{"id":5059,"date":"2019-01-28T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-01-28T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/blog\/organising-meetups-in-7-steps\/"},"modified":"2025-03-25T11:24:08","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T10:24:08","slug":"organising-meetups-in-7-steps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/blog\/organising-meetups-in-7-steps\/","title":{"rendered":"Organising Meetups in 7 Steps to Boost Your Freelance Career"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Nowadays, a lot of people look towards the internet when it comes down to networking or special interests. But you don\u2019t have to meet virtually anymore, thanks to Meetup. If you haven\u2019t heard about this service, you\u2019re in for a ride.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/freelancermap.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/channel_incl1\/organising-meetups-in-7-steps-to-boost-your-freelance-career-5059.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Meetup?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Meetup<\/b> is a site that allows people to, well, meet up. It has gotten extremely popular in the last couple of years, reaching over 32 million members. These members are organized into different groups, according to the interest they\u2019re meeting up for \u2013 there are about 290,000 groups in 182 different countries \u2013 so don\u2019t worry about availability. As I\u2019m writing this text, there are 10,000 people meeting up.<br>There are many possibilities as of group creation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>People that speak a particular language<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expats in a new country<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>People working in the same field<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>People passionate about the same thing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Meeting people with the <strong>same interests<\/strong> than you can help you professionally and can also <strong>generate new business opportunities<\/strong> for your freelance business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#b1c3b7\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#b1c3b7;font-size:18px\">Join our freelancer community today! <br>Create your profile in just 2 minutes and start attracting new clients.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/registration?ref=blog-com-meetup\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#222222;background-color:#FCF2DB;border-color:#cac2b0;border-radius:20px\" target=\"_self\"><span style=\"color:#222222;padding:0px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:32px;border-color:#fdf6e6;border-radius:20px;text-shadow:none\"> <strong>Sign up for free<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you should organize meetups as a freelancer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You might be saying \u2013 \u201cAlright, that sounds fun, but what does it have to do with freelancing?\u201d One of the most important things freelancers struggle with is<a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/blog\/tips-for-freelance-networking\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> building up a network<\/a>. And there is no better way to build up a network than to meet with people face-to-face, <b>exchange ideas and talk about your freelancing passions<\/b>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forget about dull conferences that only take place once a year, have a lot of stuff that doesn\u2019t really interest you and are always trying to sell you stuff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meetups are focused on specific topics and full of people who want to exchange their experience. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/topics\/freelance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Meetup\u2019s site<\/a>, there are currently almost half a million members visiting meetups about freelancing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being a part of meetups alone can be quite beneficial by itself, but<strong> organizing them gets you to the next level<\/strong>. By putting yourself out there and setting the agenda, you are essentially <strong>doing a public service<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will ensure people are grateful, remember your name (great for your <strong>personal brand<\/strong>) and altogether <strong>boost your reputation<\/strong> greatly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Convinced? Here\u2019s the 7-step-guide on how to organize a meetup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Organizing a Meetup in 7 steps:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Research other meetups in the area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you start your own meetup, the number one question you should ask yourself is: \u201c<em>Is somebody else doing it already?<\/em>\u201d You want as few competitors as possible while still being relevant and interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote blockquote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"mb-0\">Make sure to check out what Meetups are already taking place in your area.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Visit a couple of meetups<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Secondly and especially if this is your first time hearing about Meetup, do a little bit of reconnaissance work. <b>Go to a couple of Meetups<\/b> that sound interesting to you and are targeted at freelancers. This will help you judge expectations, see what works and spot things that you\u2019d like to do in your own Meetup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Tip:<\/em> <strong>Go on your own<\/strong>. Going to a meetup alone will increase the chances of interacting with other members in the meetup who might have been coming to many events. This is great to get first-hand feedback on what people like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/freelancermap.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/channel_incl2\/organising-meetups-in-7-steps-to-boost-your-freelance-career-5059.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Pick the right topics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve already touched on one detail about picking what your Meetup is going to be about \u2013 as few competitors as possible. You obviously also want to pick something that <b>you\u2019re interested and knowledgeable in<\/b>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can pick up to <b>15 topics <\/b>when creating a Meetup \u2013 check out the site\u2019s suggestions, they are usually pretty good!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Look for sponsorships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Organizing Meetups is not free, although it is extremely cheap at first. For up to 50 members, the site charges 10 dollars a month. But you might want the unlimited option which costs $15, and you could have to buy some additional tech depending on the type of Meetup you\u2019re hosting and so on\u2026 The point is \u2013 the numbers can add up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Finding a sponsor<\/b>, like a big company involved in the topics you\u2019re talking about or something similar can be a good way to minimize those costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Chose a format for your event<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot of ways to organize a Meetup. If it\u2019s a smaller one, <strong>group discussion<\/strong> might be something that works. If you want to discuss a variety of topics that all require a different kind of expertise, <strong>guest speakers<\/strong> are likely the way to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t be afraid to mix it up either, that will make sure your Meetups never go stale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/freelancermap.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/channel_incl3\/organising-meetups-in-7-steps-to-boost-your-freelance-career-5059.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Find the right venue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you know what topics your Meetup is going to cover and what format it\u2019s going to do it in, it\u2019s time to decide where it will be taking place. Bars and restaurants are often chosen locations, especially during the week when they\u2019re more likely to be empty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to explain to the owner what exactly you\u2019re planning \u2013 a lot of locals are thrilled to have a regular group of people hanging out there and buying drinks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Test your setup in advance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You might be doing a <b>presentation, slideshow, something with a whiteboard or using microphones<\/b> during your Meetup. You will want to test that setup before the meetings take place. Go there an hour earlier and make sure <b>everything works<\/b>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meetup competitors: Alternatives to start your meetup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>MeetUp was born in 2002 with the goal of bringing people with the same interest together in a real way. Since then, technology has changed a lot and new platforms were born with almost the same goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are a few platforms and other options that are currently connecting people:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/\">Evenbrite:<\/a> Surely the best known and especially interesting from a professional point of view. It is also free to attend events.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/local\/\">Facebook Events and Facebook local:<\/a> Who does not spend time in this worldwide known social network? The options of reaching others with your interests in your city are very high and also has no associated costs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/top-tech-conferences-the-ultimate-tech-events-and-show-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tech radar<\/a>: This option is especially interesting for our most technical freelancers since all the events are about technology: Crypto, DevOps, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can always explore local options as well. For example in Poland, <a href=\"https:\/\/crossweb.pl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Crossweb<\/a> is a very interesting option for IT professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Have you visited any Meetups or hosted one yourself? How did it go? 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