In simply a few weeks, accountants and bookkeepers from throughout Australia, New Zealand and Asia will descend upon Sydney’s Worldwide Conference Centre (ICC) for 2 days of inspiration, schooling, connection and enjoyable. You guessed it; we’re speaking in regards to the return of Xerocon! After a three-year hiatus, we couldn’t be extra excited to carry you – our associate group – collectively once more on the world’s most lovely and progressive convention for cloud accounting leaders.
For a lot of companions, we all know this received’t be your first rodeo. Nonetheless, following latest years, it’s secure to say a few of us are a bit rusty on the subject of occasions and networking. So whether or not you’re a Xerocon veteran or a first-timer, we’ve rounded up our prime professional ideas that will help you put together for (and profit from) the 2 days. Our subject material professional is Nicole Lynch of boutique bookkeeping agency Streamline Administration Australia, who has attended eight Xerocons (and counting). Learn on to search out out what she’s discovered through the years.
1. Consolation is vital
“Xerocon is an enormous occasion – figuratively and actually. You’ll be strolling, standing and transferring round rather a lot (to not point out dancing all evening lengthy on the wrap occasion), so be sure to put on comfy garments and sneakers. There’s no have to swimsuit up; denims and sneakers will do.”
2. Stand out from the gang with a branded t-shirt
“There’s going to be 1000’s of individuals filling the ICC, a lot of whom you may’ve interacted with on-line earlier than, however by no means face-to-face. So it’s a good suggestion to put on a t-shirt along with your observe title or massive emblem. Those that’ve by no means met you in particular person will seemingly recognise the branding earlier than the rest, so it’s a great way to face out and begin conversations.”
3. Pack mild
“If you happen to’re travelling, a carry-on bag with a change of garments and the naked necessities is all you’ll want. Pack mild to make room for Xero swag – there’ll be a station the place you’ll be able to choose up water bottles, t-shirts and different Xerocon-branded goodies – in addition to prizes, when you’re fortunate. I’ve even despatched issues dwelling in an specific submit bag in earlier years to save lots of room!”
4. Arrive early
“For these travelling from abroad or interstate, I’d extremely suggest arriving in Sydney a few days earlier than the occasion. This fashion, you’re assured to get there on time (plus, there’s at all times tons occurring earlier than Xerocon). I discovered this out the laborious means when my flight was cancelled the morning of Xerocon again in 2015. Lesson discovered!”
5. Buddy up
“Us accountants and bookkeepers may be an introverted bunch. However when you can, attempt to couple up with a buddy – whether or not that’s a good friend or colleague within the business, a staff member, or somebody in your area’s Accomplice Fb Group. Occasions are at all times extra enjoyable in twos (or extra).”
6. Divide and conquer the breakouts
“So as to add to my ideas above, bringing your staff or buddying-up means you’ll be able to divide and conquer the breakout periods (which frequently overlap all through the afternoon). If two unmissable periods are working concurrently, you and your associate can attend one every and swap notes.”
7. Tempo your self
“At Xerocon, you’re certain to socialize across the clock, so be sure to tempo your self over the 2 days. Make the most of the quieter moments everytime you get the possibility. Typically, all you want is 10 minutes to reset and recuperate.”
8. Debrief as quickly as you’ll be able to
“Quickly after the occasion wraps up, get collectively along with your staff or buddy to debate your key takeaways. When you’re again at work, it’s straightforward to get caught within the grind and overlook all of the unbelievable belongings you discovered over the 2 days. So the earlier you’ll be able to debrief post-Xerocon, the extra seemingly you’ll put your learnings into observe.”
With these insider ideas entrance of thoughts, your Xerocon Sydney expertise will certainly run easily. Discover out extra about this 12 months’s occasion right here. We are able to’t wait to see you!