Times are tough, for sure - but that hasn't reduced the number of gratis opportunities available to learn and network for free. I've noticed more than a few events happening this week, offering free advice and education. Thought I'd pass them along, in case you're interested.
- Mon 27 Oct
- 2 pm EST:Â Tribes book tour teleconference featuring Seth Godin, Keith Ferrazzi, Pam Slim, and Dan Pink. (thanks, @pamslim!)
- 6 pm CST:Â Dallas Tweetup including Jeremiah Owyang and David Armano.
- Tue 28 Oct
- 9:30 am EST: Forrester's Consumer Forum 2008 kicks off - watch for live streaming video, blog, and twitter updates.
- 12 pm PST: Social networking for law firms featuring Ed Poll and David Nour. (thanks, @heathermilligan!)
- 5:30 pm EST: Social Media Club Louisville Happy Hour at Proof. (I'll be there, looking forward to seeing Nick Huhn, Jason Falls, and others.)
- Wed 29 Oct
- 1 pm EST: Solutions Stars Video Conference featuring 34 small business and marketing thinkers including Guy Kawasaki and Brian Solis. (thanks, Geoff!)
- Fri 31 Oct
- All Day: Chipotle Free Burrito Day. (okay, it may not about marketing, but it IS marketing.)
If you have anything to add to the list, please comment below and I'll include above.