Likely Dates for Future Workshops

[Savage]

Here are the most likely dates for the next 4 workshops. All are Fri-Sun and will have the same hours as CGW (9a-5:30p Fri/Sat, 9a-4p Sun).

Sep 16-18
Oct 21-23
Jan 13-15
Feb 17-19

The first one will be a CGW. The others will be new workshops (haven't decided which to have when yet).

I may also do workshops in March, April, and May, but I probably won't book those till after the first one.

All of these will be at the Tropicana in Las Vegas. We can also offer a discounted group rate on the hotel rooms for people who wish to stay there.

The Tropicana recently underwent a $100M renovation, so the rooms are really nice -- the ones I saw all looked brand new.

This is still tentative since we haven't officially booked any rooms yet, but I wanted to give people a heads up if they want to mark their calendars in advance.

[ssandra]

Sounds like fun! When I win the lottery, I'll definitely be at at least one

[Savage]

And here are the topics I'm leaning towards for each workshop:

Sep 16-18 - Conscious Growth Workshop (CGW #6)
Oct 21-23 - Subjective Reality
Jan 13-15 - Success & Achievement
Feb 17-19 - Entrepreneurship

[ssandra]

The October one would be the one that I'd be interested in... from those... and falls right in my birthday!

Universe, give me a nice birthday present, in the form of winning the lottery so I can go, please, please pretty please?

[zackster]

I'm most interested in the Success & Achievement, though it's possible that Subjective Reality could be an even better fit. I also like the idea of going back for another CGW..

Are you going to offer bulk rate or alumni discounts?

And is Success & Achievement going to cover many practical techniques for time management skills, journaling, affirmations, etc?

[Savage]

Alright I think I'm going with this instead:

Sep 16-18 - Conscious Growth Workshop (CGW #6)
Oct 21-23 - Subjective Reality
Jan 13-15 - Success & Achievement
Feb 17-19 - Relationships

I think it makes sense to combine the best ideas about career development, finances, entrepreneurship, and success habits into a single workshop about how to cultivate the ultimate lifestyle you desire and make it a reality, with a strong focus on generating abundant income so you can make it financially sustainable.

This creates room for a workshop on conscious relationships. This won't be an exotic poly-themed workshop -- I intend to make it useful for those who favor a traditional marriage model as well as those who want something more alternative.

[Savage]

Originally Posted by zackster

I'm most interested in the Success & Achievement, though it's possible that Subjective Reality could be an even better fit. I also like the idea of going back for another CGW..

Are you going to offer bulk rate or alumni discounts?

And is Success & Achievement going to cover many practical techniques for time management skills, journaling, affirmations, etc?

I doubt I'll do anything tricky with the pricing, especially since the room I'm booking will max out at around 100 people. For now I'd rather do smaller workshops with a more intimate feel.

I'll make it clear what will be covered in each workshop when I'm ready to open registrations.

[zackster]

Originally Posted by Savage

I doubt I'll do anything tricky with the pricing, especially since the room I'm booking will max out at around 100 people. For now I'd rather do smaller workshops with a more intimate feel.

I'll make it clear what will be covered in each workshop when I'm ready to open registrations.

Lol, I should do a CGW#2: 1 year and a half later review.
It would make for a hilarious testimonial

[ninavision]

This is so great! I will be on a trip during the first two, but maybe I'll make it in January or February.. can't wait to hear the details & reviews!!

[ninavision]

And alumni discounts are a great idea Some of us went only to CGW#5 and didn't get the chance to use a discount...

[momo313]

Originally Posted by Savage

Alright I think I'm going with this instead:

Sep 16-18 - Conscious Growth Workshop (CGW #6)
Oct 21-23 - Subjective Reality
Jan 13-15 - Success & Achievement
Feb 17-19 - Relationships

I think it makes sense to combine the best ideas about career development, finances, entrepreneurship, and success habits into a single workshop about how to cultivate the ultimate lifestyle you desire and make it a reality, with a strong focus on generating abundant income so you can make it financially sustainable.

This creates room for a workshop on conscious relationships. This won't be an exotic poly-themed workshop -- I intend to make it useful for those who favor a traditional marriage model as well as those who want something more alternative.

Fantastic! I'm most interested in Subjective Reality, yet very interested in attending all three (from Oct-Feb).

When considering pricing, please consider offering a small discount to those who signup for all three in advance, since I'll be coming from abroad for each workshop, such a discount would go a long way.

[fsally]

Originally Posted by ninavision

And alumni discounts are a great idea Some of us went only to CGW#5 and didn't get the chance to use a discount...

I can relate to that. An alumni discount for us who attended CGW 5 would be a great idea! And also make it somewhat easier for me to attend.

[Lynn 007]

Originally Posted by fsally

I can relate to that. An alumni discount for us who attended CGW 5 would be a great idea! And also make it somewhat easier for me to attend.

Who doesn't love a discount but I wouldn't hold my breath.

To my knowledge, Steve hasn't increased his prices in the few years since putting on these workshops. I believe he said the venue just had a 100M renovation - they will be looking to recoup their money somehow. Hopefully, they don't charge more for the venue, which will need to be passed on to attendees.

I think the value people receive in their personal growth by attending would exceed any discount offered.

I'm worth full price

[Savage]

Originally Posted by Lynn 007

Who doesn't love a discount but I wouldn't hold my breath.

To my knowledge, Steve hasn't increased his prices in the few years since putting on these workshops. I believe he said the venue just had a 100M renovation - they will be looking to recoup their money somehow. Hopefully, they don't charge more for the venue, which will need to be passed on to attendees.

I think the value people receive in their personal growth by attending would exceed any discount offered.

I'm worth full price

Cost-wise I worked out a deal that's a bit different this time. I'm paying less to rent the room directly, but I'm also guaranteeing a certain minimum # of hotel nights. I expect it will reduce my costs, but if a workshop is poorly attended, it also increases my risks. If we fall below the guaranteed hotel nights, then I have to make up the difference out of pocket.

For most of these workshops, I'd like to limit the group to about 100 people or less, so it can have a more intimate feel, and attendees can get to know each other. If I lower the price too much, I think it's more likely it would either sell out and I'd have to turn people away, or I'd need to start hosting much larger groups each time, and for now I'd like to avoid those scenarios.

I would prefer not to do anything too gimmicky with the pricing. I favor letting supply and demand settle the pricing issue in the long run -- that seem to be the most sensible approach. For now I want to focus on increasing the frequency of the workshops, so more people who want to attend will have a chance to do so.

The $497 pricing has worked very well in the past, and most people seem to find it a strong value for the money. I've actually received more suggestions to raise the price than lower it. Also given the lower airfares to/from Las Vegas (which are partly subsidized by the city to attract tourism), I think it's already a pretty strong deal overall. So I doubt I'd drop the price any further.

I thought about doing a multi-workshop discount, but I'm not sure I want to go there. At this point I have no idea how many people would actually want to attend multiple workshops, especially since it would require additional trips to Las Vegas. Based on the survey results, I learned that different people tend to be interested in different topics, so I can't say how many people would find multiple workshops appealing. I'd need to gather up some data on that first to see what's really happening, and I don't think a survey will give me the answers.

[Burris5000]

I definitely want to attend the Success and Achievement workshop in January. I am also 50/50 right now on the October workshop. I would like to do both, so we'll see.

[Agota]

Oh, why is entrepreneurship workshop gone? I'd love to attend that one!

..oh well..

[Savage]

Originally Posted by Agota

Oh, why is entrepreneurship workshop gone? I'd love to attend that one!

..oh well..

When I started looking at it, I realized that most of it could be wrapped into the success workshop. So much of entrepreneurship is about perspective, mindset, beliefs, habits, etc. It's the same toolset, just a different area of application.

[zackster]

Originally Posted by Savage

When I started looking at it, I realized that most of it could be wrapped into the success workshop. So much of entrepreneurship is about perspective, mindset, beliefs, habits, etc. It's the same toolset, just a different area of application.

Steve,

I wanted to learn more about your best practices. I found this old thread a while back and found it to be particularly inspiring: Dexterity Software Forums - REPOST: Scheduling and Goals

Are you going to talk about journaling and affirmations?

I want to start journaling, but not sure what the best way for me to do it is. Right before bed? In the morning? Checklist-style, or free form?

Clearly the #1 thing I need is *compliance*, i.e., something I will actually do. And from there I can "stack forward" to make it more complex.

[zackster]

Another big problem I have is that I will have days where I am extremely productive - today has been one of them - but they are rare; this is surely an illustration of the Pareto principle, but I do not know how to ensure their consistency.

I did follow a checklist this morning. It helped! And the night before, I socialized.

Trying to learn from patterns...

[Margarita888]

I like the idea of having specific themes for each workshop as it gives you a reason to come back or not come back for the next one. I'm just wondering though, is there really 3 days worth of subjective reality to talk about? Or success & achievement?

[zackster]

Originally Posted by Margarita888

I like the idea of having specific themes for each workshop as it gives you a reason to come back or not come back for the next one. I'm just wondering though, is there really 3 days worth of subjective reality to talk about? Or success & achievement?

Hey Margarita.

Oh fo sho. I bet we could spend a week on Subjective Reality. Or a week on Success & Achievement. Though I don't understand why Steve doesn't combine Success & Achievement with Subjective Reality

[Margarita888]

A week on Subjective Reality??? Does the rabbit hole really go that deep? I would totally go for Subjective REality ANNNNDD Success & Achievement!!! I'd sign up for that in a heartbeat!

[Margarita888]

Originally Posted by zackster

Lol, I should do a CGW#2: 1 year and a half later review.
It would make for a hilarious testimonial

Let's hear it!!!

[zackster]

Originally Posted by Margarita888

Let's hear it!!!

• I am in therapy
  Building better relationships with my self
  Working on self esteem
  
• I have lost 50 pounds
  A six pack is coming in on my abdominals
  
  nipple warning
  
  
• I'm Happier in my Dating life
  
• I went to Hawaii with Kevin Velasco whom I met at CGW#2
  He paid for my ticket (=$500)
  
• Cost of CGW#2 $500 + hotel

[zackster]

Originally Posted by Savage

I would prefer not to do anything too gimmicky with the pricing. I favor letting supply and demand settle the pricing issue in the long run -- that seem to be the most sensible approach. For now I want to focus on increasing the frequency of the workshops, so more people who want to attend will have a chance to do so.

The $497 pricing has worked very well in the past, and most people seem to find it a strong value for the money. I've actually received more suggestions to raise the price than lower it. Also given the lower airfares to/from Las Vegas (which are partly subsidized by the city to attract tourism), I think it's already a pretty strong deal overall. So I doubt I'd drop the price any further.

I thought about doing a multi-workshop discount, but I'm not sure I want to go there. At this point I have no idea how many people would actually want to attend multiple workshops, especially since it would require additional trips to Las Vegas. Based on the survey results, I learned that different people tend to be interested in different topics, so I can't say how many people would find multiple workshops appealing. I'd need to gather up some data on that first to see what's really happening, and I don't think a survey will give me the answers.

I am ready to pre pay a non refundable payment for all 4 workshops

I would be even happier if:

• you offered me me a discount for buying 4
• you allowed me to transfer my ticket in case something came up

[Kevin V]

Originally Posted by zackster

• I am in therapy
  Building better relationships with my self
  Working on self esteem
  
• I have lost 50 pounds
  A six pack is coming in on my abdominals
  
  nipple warning
  
  
• I'm Happier in my Dating life
  
• I went to Hawaii with Kevin Velasco whom I met at CGW#2
  He paid for my ticket (=$500)
  
• Cost of CGW#2 $500 + hotel

Don't forget ticket was paid for due to a failed accountability bet.

[zackster]

Originally Posted by Kevin V

Don't forget ticket was paid for due to a failed accountability bet.

What's the communication behind the communication

[mikeschu]

I looked at the Trop for lodging and found that the discount code is only good for a basic room for the two intermediate nights of a workshop (looking at SRW). Is there any way around that to get a discount across more nights (Thursday and Sunday in particular)?

[Erin Pavlina]

STeve said he could only secure a group discount for Friday and Saturday. But Thursday and Sunday are cheaper than even the discounted days so that's as low as it gets.

[mikeschu]

Originally Posted by Erin Pavlina

STeve said he could only secure a group discount for Friday and Saturday. But Thursday and Sunday are cheaper than even the discounted days so that's as low as it gets.

Good point. Maybe the programmer for the Trop's Web site went kittywompus. I'll have to price the hotel normally and then call in to apply the code.