Whether you’re out and about or attending a missions event, it’s easy to miss opportunities. But the great new is that it’s not hard to take advantage of them if you do a few simple things.Here’s what helped me make the most of a recent podcasting event. Even though I was the only faith-based podcaster there, I was able to make some great connections, find potential guests and listeners, and was encouraged because of what happened.And not only did it encourage me and lead to new connections, I was able to pick up some ideas that I hope to use to improve THIS show.Listen to discover what worked for me (and a couple of things I got wrong). 00:24 - Episode Summary00:45 - Welcome new subscribers01:17 - Opportunity to partner with Global Initiative01:53 - Why it's important to be strategic when we're out and about.04:15 - Do you like this format?Before the Event05:33 - Know why you're planning to go06:52 - Build a rough plan08:15 - Figure out what you needDuring the Event09:30 - Work your plan10:11 - Be memorable and engaging12:39 - Look for unexpected ideas, experiences, and opportunities17:40 - Have ways to remember stuffAfter the Event18:39 - Debrief19:53 - Build a plan20:47 - Work the planSummary21:24 - Just being out and attending isn't necessarily enough21:32 - What are you going to do differently the next time you're out and about or headed to an event?22:13 - Audio Book RecommendationEpisode LinksRadical: http://amzn.to/2sAxrz7 Impact Filter: http://now.strategiccoach.com/10xtalkMissional Audio: http://missionalaudio.com Global Initiative: https://engagingmissions.com/fund16 Show LinksFacebook: @EngagingMissionsMessenger: @EngagingMissionsTwitter: @EngagingMissionLeave a VoicemailBecome a PatronSubscribe to the ShowDisclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”Mentioned in this episode:Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio BibilesMegavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving.Megavoice Audio BiblesThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyBlubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy