191: The Secret to Getting the Most Out of Any Online Workshop

Attending a live workshop can be a powerful and transformative experience, but how you show up makes all the difference. In this episode, I’m sharing six practical strategies to help you get the most out of any online event, whether it's a course, workshop, or webinar. I know how easy it is to sign up with great intentions, only to let life get in the way. That’s why I’ve put together this step-by-step plan to help you stay engaged, focused, and ready to absorb all the value. Here’s what we cover: Mark your calendar. Treat the workshop like an unmissable appointment with your future self. Scheduling your time in advance ensures you prioritize learning. Create a distraction-free zone. Remove digital temptations, silence notifications, and prepare to take notes. Minimizing distractions will help you absorb more. Know the flow. Understand the schedule, lesson length, and key live sessions so you can plan accordingly. Being aware of the structure helps prevent falling behind. Find an accountability buddy. Just like having a workout partner, learning alongside someone else keeps you motivated, engaged, and accountable. Stay on track (or don’t stress if you fall behind). Life happens, and missing a lesson doesn’t mean you should stop showing up. Keep going and take advantage of replays. Connect to your why. Before starting, get clear on why you’re attending. Dig deeper—what’s your big goal? Understanding this will fuel your commitment. If you’re currently attending my free Your Pattern Design Playbook workshop, these tips will help you make the most of it! And if you haven’t joined yet, there’s still time! Head over to bonniechristine.com/workshop to grab your free spot. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/191 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ START SIMPLE IN SURFACE DESIGN | FREE MINI CLASS | https://www.bonniechristine.com/startsimple ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide    

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Have you ever dreamed of having a mentor with years of success to guide you through your creative business journey? That’s exactly what you’ll get when you tune into The Professional Creative podcast with your host, Bonnie Christine. With over 14 years of experience as an artist, entrepreneur, educator, and leader, Bonnie brings genuine warmth and actionable advice to your journey as a creative professional. Tune in each week to get inspired and discover how the days of struggling to succeed as a creative are over. Each episode is designed to help you GROW no matter what phase of the journey you’re on. From overcoming creative challenges to learning how to promote your work, you’ll learn how to take your passion to the next level and see SUCCESS. If you’re an aspiring professional creative or already on the entrepreneurial journey, you’ll hear about the latest marketing trends, best business practices, and inside tips from a longtime designer—all to help you grow your business like a boss! Welcome to The Professional Creative podcast.