Why Is Showing Up At Affiliate Events Is Life Fuel. For You And Your Business

The IREV team just touched down from SiGMA World Asia, and you know what, it was quite a ride. Shuffling between insightful panels, unexpected meetings and unforgettable, sometimes game-changing moments has been a huge win all across the board. Was it fun? Defo. Was it productive? It sure was to say the least.

We make a point of staying ahead of the curve and never missing opportunities like this, because this is where the future is made. These are the events that move the needle for us, for our partners and for the industry itself. And if you are serious about stepping up your game, this is simply a must, and you should make space for it.

This is a strategic move on your side. This may seem painfully obvious, but showing up in person may accomplish infinitely more than any Zoom meeting can possibly offer. Let’s break it down: here’s why these events are pro moves that will get you ahead:

Insider Insights.

Get your news while they’re still hot off the presses. Top players often share what they actually do, they talk shop, you get raw, unfiltered insights. And those kinds of insights may flip your whole strategy (in a good way, of course). This is something you’ll never get from news articles, blog posts or even podcasts. Pure, uncut information gold.

Connections that Convert.

As with the last point, face-to-face conversations are a whole other thing than a formal or even an informal meeting over Zoom. Whether it is just a casual coffee or a drink after hours, or a sit-down meeting, this in-person factor builds connection and contact faster and stronger than any call ever could. Get to know people when they are in their element. Sure, you can collect contacts and go through all the hoops, but out there you’re also building your reputation.

Get in the zone and stay there.

Out there the air is buzzing with excitement. You’re feeling sharp, your fingers are tingling and you are ready to dive straight into action. Guess what, so are the other hundreds or even thousands of people around you. Surrounding yourself with driven, forward thinking, ambitious professionals will sync your energy with theirs. Iron sharpens iron, remember? Although in this case it’s like plugging yourself right to the powerplant. Your ideas get sharper and you build your momentum.

Stay Visible.

Sure, you can rely on the magic of online connections, you can stay in the comfort of your workplace and hope that your online profile will do all the heavy lifting for you. But events help you stay visible and relevant – to platforms, to partners, to influencers and to the rising stars in the industry. You keep your ear to the ground: learning who’s who and who’s doing what; who’s on the rise and what will be The Next Big Thing. And this will help you make the right decisions and know where you need to be next. You will be in the loop while others will be catching up who knows how later.

Good Vibes and a Total Recharge.

All the abovementioned stuff makes good points professionally wise (we know what we’re talking about after all), but think of this: there’s just something about those places that gets your blood pumping: the buzz, the movement, this feeling of being right here right now. Being around it changes your whole perspective, your whole approach to work. And when you finally return to your desk, you’ll carry the momentum you got from it. You know exactly what we’re talking about. And you’re missing it right now, don’t you?

Speaking of, here’s the list of events that you DON’T want to miss out on:

• IFX Limassol | June 17–19 | Limassol, Cyprus
• G Gate Camp | June 28–29 | Tbilisi, Georgia
• iGBLiVE | July 2–3 | London, UK
• AW Europe | September 4–5 | Budapest, Hungary
• SBC Summit | September 16–18 | Lisbon, Portugal
• PI LIVE | October 21–22 | London, UK
• SiGMA Europe | November 3–6 | Rome, Italy
• AW Bangkok | December 4–5 | Bangkok, Thailand

A few words before we wrap it up.

We’re in the market that rejects inertia and docility. Affiliate Marketing rewards bold action takers. These are people who are always out there in the eye of the storm: always on the move, always visible, people who show up, speak up and make every move count. You can’t expect to grow in the comfort of your desk. If you’re looking for growth – you gotta get out there straight into the action.

And we will continue keeping you in the loop with insights that really matter. From a team that walks the walk and walks it hard.

Stay tuned, stay frosty. There’s more good stuff coming soon.