The Benefits of Attending Conferences & Networking Events

Connecting on LinkedIn isn’t networking — going to conferences, events and meet-ups is

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Great things never came from comfort zones.

My Experience

• Early Days: Started attending Java conferences and networking events at the beginning of my career. Initially, I stuck with friends and didn’t mingle much — a common phase for many.
• Evolution: Overcame the initial hesitation and imposter syndrome, especially prominent at events filled with experienced engineers.

Breaking The Ice 🧊

I like to call it `breaking the ice` as it’s a phase where you feel an amazing amount of imposter syndrome, especially if you’re attending an event with many experienced engineers.

• Challenge: The daunting feeling of being an imposter among seasoned professionals.
• Overcoming Fear: Stepping out of my comfort zone was crucial. Inspired by many successful individuals like Alex Hormozi, I learned there’s no magic formula to it.