Angela Chee TV

Conferences are great.
But the real magic?
The conversations.

I’m mapping out my SXSW schedule this week and remembering that as I look at the days ahead.

SXSW can be overwhelming:
Thousands of people.
Hundreds of events.
Conversations happening everywhere in Austin.

After doing this a few times, here’s what helps me navigate it (and honestly, this works for any conference):

✨ Let go of FOMO
You don’t need to go to everything. Choose the conversations that matter. Be fully present and curious.

✨ Organize your schedule
Keep events, addresses, and links in one place.

✨ Look beyond official programming
Some of the best gatherings happen around the conference.

✨ Leave space between events
The magic often happens in the in-between moments.

✨ Capture the connection
I take a quick photo of people I meet so I remember to follow up.

✨ Protect your energy
Even if you love people, build in time to recharge.

✨ Know your intention
Who do you want to learn from? What conversations matter most?

✨ Follow up
The real value isn’t just who you meet — it’s the relationships you continue.

Last year I only popped in for two days.
This year I’m excited to slow down and have deeper conversations.

If you’re at SXSW, come say hello.
And if not, I’ll share a few insights along the way.

💬 What’s your best conference tip?