Maximise conference attendance by sharing your knowledge

Attending a conference can be an excellent opportunity to learn about the latest trends, technologies, and practices in your industry. However, sharing the knowledge you gained with your colleagues can be just as important as attending the conference itself. Here are some tips on how to transfer knowledge gained at a conference to your colleagues in the office.

Ways to share knowledge with colleague

1. Take detailed notes During the conference
   • Take detailed notes on the topics discussed, ideas shared, and any new tools or strategies presented
   • Be sure to write down the names and contact information of any speakers or industry leaders you meet
   • These notes will be useful when sharing the information with your colleagues and can serve as a reference for future projects
2. Plan a presentation
   • Once you have returned to the office, plan a presentation to share what you learned with your colleagues
   • This could be a formal presentation or a more informal meeting
   • Consider the most important topics you learned about, and tailor your presentation to your colleagues’ interests and needs
3. Use visuals
   • To make your presentation more engaging, use visuals such as graphs, images, and videos
   • This will help your colleagues better understand the concepts you are presenting and keep them interested in the topic
4. Incorporate group discussions
   • After your presentation, encourage your colleagues to discuss the topics you presented
   • This will help them understand the information better and allow them to ask any questions
   • This will also allow you to learn from your colleagues and get their perspectives on the topics discussed
5. Share resources
   • During your presentation, be sure to share any resources you have gathered during the conference, such as handouts, websites, or contact information
   • This will allow your colleagues to learn more about the topics discussed and explore them further on their own
6. Follow up
   • After your presentation, follow up with your colleagues to see if they have any questions or need further clarification on any of the topics discussed
   • This will help ensure that the information you presented is fully understood and can be applied in their work

Sharing your knowledge is one way to maximise the investment your organisation made by sending you to the conference. It is also one way to ensure you get permission to attend future professional development opportunities.