Recap of Warrior Event 2012... and why you should go to networking events

I missed it this year.

<just insert whatever pity-party-sadsack-whining-whinging you can think of here - it probably won't even come close to how I felt all weekend>

Let me know when 'Warriors Downunder' is happening...

I was at the event this weekend and I couldn't agree more with EBR! This was my first event but certainly not my last. All you have to do is say Warrior Event to me and I will only ask two questions, when and where?

There really is no way to describe how fantastic this past weekend was and do it proper justice. One thing is for sure, the event had something for everyone no matter who you were. If you were brand spanking new, chances were good that you walked away having experienced more in one weekend than you possibly could in a year on your own. If you were an intermediate marketer that was stuck in a rut, you likely got your batteries recharged, got remotivated and met people that offered to help take you to the next level.

The JV opportunities were priceless and they were everywhere. I met someone in the first hour and began discussing the possibility of doing a huge launch in the near future. Besides the JV opportunities, the friendships made are simply phenomenal. The WF is a great place to be but the difference between surfing the forum and attending the WF event is like watching an NFL game on TV and going to see it live. There is a synergy at the live event that can't be duplicated by just logging on to the forum alone.

Also, the talks given by the speakers were incredible. Gold nugget after gold nugget was thrown out to the audience. The group was so hungry for this info that the follow up questions asked just ellicited more gold nuggets! The quality of speakers to begin with was unbelievable and they all seemed to act like someone was putting a gun to their head if they didn't give up the goods because they definitely did!

Finally, what can you say about Sam England and Brian McLeod's efforts to put this event on? These guys worked their a$$es off to make sure that this event was as good as it was. And let's not forget the tireless efforts of warriors like Jack Tackett and Wes Harrison doing whatever was asked of them. I am sure that there were many others too and my thanks goes out to all of their hard work. It paid off big time guys.

So, if there are any of you out there wondering if you should go to the next event this fall in Orlando, I have this to say. As far as I'm concerned, you can't afford not to go. It's that good.

Look forward to seeing everyone again this fall. I hear rumors that Brad Gosse may even bring Tommy Chong to the next event. Any truth to that Brad?
Cheers,
Jim

As I live and work in the Orlando area, I hope to be able to make the Fall event. I'll be keeping my eyes peeled for more information as the details get hammered out. At the very least, I'd love to meet some like minded warriors.

Jim Waller

I have been to conferences before but never the Warrior Events. When I heard about them, I thought you had to be invited to get to go.

Where do you find the info for these little shindigs?

John

Here's what happened to me:

Heckled Mcleod to no end.

Saved his ass and let him use my computer to get affiliates approved (Everyone was having a rough time getting online).

I met Shawn Casey, someone who was damn awesome and I had bought his stuff when I first started off around six years ago now.

Met Brad Gosse, he knew my name because of something stupidly simple I did (anyone can do it, not saying it here!)

Got interviewed on a few videos for peoples blogs.

Sang my face of on some Karaoke in the JVZoo party.

Heckled Mcleod some more.

Met a TON of awesome people, including my new web designer.

That, and I made about $70-$80k worth of deals for this year.

Gonna be a REALLY good year for me any anyone else who went to the event and actually DID STUFF.

You guys were all awesome.

Can't wait to crash the party in September.

-Sean

I had a damn awesome time at this event.

I'm an intermediate marketer who, while had certain successes, fell in a rut and went to my corner for a very long time. Once I realized it did no good to keep pouting there, I crawled out and started getting back on the forum, going back to the party... and once I found out the Warrior Event was taking place, I knew - in every fiber - I HAD to be there.

And I was. Even with lots of time, money, energy juggled with half-assed planning skills and luck of the draws, it was worth every f*cking bit of it.

Imagine going into a room packed with 150 people, every last one of them interested in the VERY dream you are, and discussing it right in front of your eyes... just a matter of picking a conversation. Walk up to any one of them, you're welcomed with open arms, the more they share with you the more you realize you want to give back, and THEN the whole Warrior spirit of sharing and giving is opened up before you. Ideas discussed, deals closed, friendships made, drinks to be had... all absolutely wonderful.

I met so many amazing people over there, many of whom are friends for life. All of them have outdone themselves. I'm out of my rut now - I know what I need to focus on, I know who I need to reach out to and give in return.

Even if life in Austin was the same when I left, I pretty much went to Narnia and back - sooooooo much has changed in that short amount of time, for the better. I'm grateful for every bit of it.

Chad Casselman oozes sexuality

Just going to throw this out there as a possible video series... "Warrior's Gone Wild" I can show up with a camera, and then JV with some people with big lists. There is money to be made in that niche.

I might need to spend some time at the Google Keyword Tool... I'm sure there is a demographic for that.

Could you guys please organize 1 in Singapore? I'll get as much people as possible to go for this event

I know that's never gonna happen in.. I have to fly (flying without wings) to the state!

Jeremiah
P.S. But seriously please organize 1 in Singapore.. I'm kinda desperate for a conference like this

Did Brad Spencer get any emotional connections this time...(As in Vegas in August)? LOL

Here's a colage video of stuff that happened OUTSIDE the meeting room. Everyone in this video knows they were being videoed. If you appear in the video and want me to edit you out, just shoot me a PM.

"Here's what happens BEHIND THE SCENES"...

Sure would like to know when it's happening in Orlando this fall anybody have some dates yet.

thanks for sponsoring the Saturday Party, EBR! Kudos to Brian M. and Sam E. for successfully moderating the event and to George S. for reminding speakers about their time limits. High five to Jack too.

One of the best gatherings I've ever attended bar none! I even won one of the awesome prizes!

Met my mentors and motivated those who are really new to internet marketing.

The presentations were meaty and juicy, the crowd was cool, and the new bonds and friendships that I made are simply priceless.

If you've never been to the Warrior Forum event, you should be there!

I'm a naturally shy person but that didn't stop me from going out to lunch and "malling" with some popular forum members, driving 8 hours and sharing a room with a Skype buddy, being interviewed on video twice, and rubbing elbows with Rachel Rofe (oooops, sorry Dennis )

See you on the next one!

Gerry

Just wee'd in my pants a little reading this. Funny stuff.

And Here I was thinking all you guys are serious and stuff.

I was only able to make it down for Saturday, and it was hard to leave and drive back home in order to go to work the next day.

This was one of my best days in the Interent Marketing business. The content was awesome, and meeting and chatting with some on the most success warrior was even better.

I made lot of new friends that I will be doing business with, and I'm looking forward to the next event.

A big thank you to everyone that tool the time to chat with me I'm looking forward to the next event.

Where exactly was this whole thing held?

What a stud that Mike Carraway is!

You're right Lina! "Action" was a very bad choice of words unless of course I was trying to get a few dozen male IMers slapping their foreheads so hard in regret (for not being there) that they knocked themselves "head over tea kettle."

Nice meeting you too and I loved your business cards BTW - very classy.

Regards,
jim

I definitely plan on attending the next Warrior Event!

Thank you so much E. Brian for this post. It really makes me want to consider heading down to one of these seminars myself.

You people sure like the East. If you ever want a REAL treat - look me up. I'd be glad to organize an event here in Oregon. The wild west just is the natural place for a Warrior convention. Trust me on that one.

What I remember of it was pretty good.

Another vote for an event here on the West Coast. Las Vegas would be a blast! Quick hour flight for me.

I had a blast - the sessions were great, the people even greater! Good to see old friends and folks I know online and making new friends. I don't want to name everyone - too many - plus at my age I'm bound to forget folks..

First a big thanks to Rob Howard for taking photos - good to meet you and your wife Rob! - Yes Sam and Brian - I went there first since no one seemed to have thanked Rob yet...

but of course a big THANKS to Sam and Brian for letting me part of the event yet again - can't wait for the next one! Kudos to Judy, Carrie, and Gail for all their help with registration - everyone owes those ladies a big thank you!

Finally - posted some photos online on my facebook page (check the tweets!)

Again - thanks to all for a great event!

--Jack

A week later and I'm still on the road, following the Warrior Event...(in the midwest right now). Can't say enough about WE Live. As one who wasn't sure about making the trip from California, I am so GRATEFUL to Sam and Brian, Jack, the speakers, the volunteers and all the Wonderful Warriors I got a chance to meet.

I met so many generous, open, sharing, helpful, encouraging and FUN people. What was coolest about the weekend was the ATMOSPHERE that was created by everyone coming together in person. There is simply no substitute for looking into someone's eyes and meeting them face to face!

I am in full swing taking action on what I learned, following up with people I met and still basking in the glow of Warrior Event Live....I am all in for next time!

Count me in and count on me,

Carrie the QandA Queen

will there be any WSO about the meeting??

The best part of the whole experience meeting some awesome warriors is that everyone was ridiculously cool.

If it's your first event (like it was mine) you don't know for sure how all the people you've seen on the forum and who's wso's you purchased will be in person.

Well, guess what...it turns out that everyone was just super laid back and great to talk to. Had some amazing conversations and great laughs. (To Mike Carraway and Rob Konrad: the refund product still has me randomly cracking up)

Huge thanks to Brian and Sam for hosting an awesome event.

any NYC events coming up??

I flew over to the event from my base here in Thailand and was really great fun, there was so many people and a lot I didn't get time to say hello to, time just went past real quick!

I agree though we should probably have the next one in Thailand or Australia!

This sounds very interesting and entertaining according to the comments...! Is there a schedule for future events...?

Rob: I love your videos.

Sam and Brian put on a great event this year... totally different kind of crowd from the past few years.

Jack is a rock star, as usual - Carrie, Judy and everyone did a super job of making sure all went well... even the time change smack in the middle of the event didn't seem to affect the flow and fun.

Meeting new friends and connecting with old ones, making new partnerships and filling the year ahead schedules with new possibilities - all great reminders of how important it is to get out of the cave and peel yourself from the computer to actually press-flesh and network in person whenever you get the chance.

There is just something different in the dynamics of meeting folks in the flesh.

Too many to name here and I don't want to forget anyone...

Jason Fladlien - great to connect again man, so... did you tell Tellman you found his beard? Are you going to shave your head next or grow it Anthony Aires early marketing life style? The only phase I seem to be going through is the "how much fatter can I get and still be recognized by old friends..." phase... I think if I could grow a beard, that would be better - damn genetics.

Caleb - dude, you are MUCH taller than I had imagined... great to meet you in person. Shoot, I forgot to have you sign my t-shirt. Bahahahaha!

Winebuddy - always good to hang with a guy who likes to laugh and have a good time - noticed the water in the wine glass this year at times - then the wine... then the water.. then the wine... I mean, I know your pretty dang good at the marketing thing and all but... water to wine also?! Sweet! Can't wait for the e-book on how that can be duplicated my friend.

Judy - great to meet you in person, I think I need a fashion statement next year also, you were the easiest person in the crowd to find... there is a marketing lesson in there somewhere I just know it (you're a trooper for coming out despite the challenges and it was great to see you at the event, btw).

Sam - man... your like the Ever-ready Battery Bunny - two words buddy: less sugar. Bahahaha!

Brian McLeod - and you manage to keep Sam in check how? Great MC'ing of the event man, always super to hang with you, learn from you, catch up on things. You're one of the good guys man... want Rapid Residual Pro to be a sponsor for the Orlando Event?

James Campbell, David, Stephen Luc - very cool meeting you all finally - top notch guys with a lot of value to bring. Great conversations, looking forward to many more.

Mike Schwenk (great chatting - good copywriters like you always a good connect!),
Bob Costello (looking forward to seeing your offline lead generating software rock it man!)

Lina and Goya (beautiful and incredibly intelligent,talented and engaging to talk with - looking forward to getting your feedback on the themes for Rapid Residual Pro) although it seems I missed the best conversations you had with everyone... hmm, pictures?

Sarah G. (best conversations I've had in a long time - if only my college professors had been so beautiful, incredibly intelligent and hypnotic to talk with... and, I'm looking forward to your new programs launching soon!),

Willie Crawford - great conversations about ethics in marketing and it was an education just watching you network with folks.

Dr. DAN... sorry to have been in the group to mistake you for Dr. BEN - maybe a different hat next time? lol...

Liz Tomey - both you and your husband - great to talk with you and catch up on what's new, what's coming... pretty exciting, can't wait.

Heather - "Nookie" is going to get a whole new vibe soon, isn't it? You're like Sam, just a whirlwind to try and keep up with!

Mike Lewis and Wife - your books are fantastic, what a great business model! Truly enjoyed talking about the real estate debacle - good to see other entrepreneurs reinventing themselves so successfully - from $100M real estate empire to online empire - you raise the bar for the rest of us.

And, so many others - if you have an opportunity to go to these events, take the time to go. Character building, educational and perception altering... to say the least.

Only complaint I have is that there wasn't enough time to hang with everyone - so many people to meet or catch up with it was a blurr... well, and some folks you just had to wait in line to get their autograph too long - kinda like those rides in Disney... JOKING!

Can't wait for the next one Sam and Brian - thanks for putting on such a super weekend for all of us.
Everyone was very cool, approachable, fun, down to earth and great conversation.

Here's another reason to attend the Warrior Event - prizes! Here's me, my son Matthew and my new iPad 3 courtesy of Mike Lantz and WarriorPlus! Thanks Mike!
--Jack

Is there anywhere that you can sign up for this yet? I def want to go I'm only 2 hours away from Orlando but I cant find much info about it.

If anyone knows the details please send me a pm

Thanks,
Chris