Every time a highly publicized conference comes up, we are all treated to an unending deluge of articles full of conference tips. This is my contribution to your deluge. You’re welcome.
See, here’s the thing. If you read these articles in any level of detail, you get the impressions that the only things anyone cares about are shoes and business cards.
Call me an idealist, but I like to think there is more to life than shoes and business cards. So here is my (slightly unconventional) take…