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About the Book

I look forward to Natural Products Expo year round and spend months planning for it. I anticipate it like a child does Christmas Eve (seriously). The 4 days on the show floor are magical, and I’m not alone in these feelings. There are 15 other contributors to this ebook who feel equally as passionate about this event. 

As fun as it can be, Expo is first and foremost a serious business event. You’ll be exposed to powerful people in the natural products industry that you may never meet outside of the convention center. You’ll experience product launches before the rest of the world does.

The tips we’ve shared in this book will help attendees and exhibitors have an extraordinarily successful time at this special show. You’ll feel more relaxed, more prepared and more confident. You’ll be equipped with strategies to make the most out of important business opportunities. Our goal is to help you have the best experience ever at Expo (as it’s referred to in the industry).

Contributors: 

Buy The Book - Name Your Price

If you'd like to purchase the book, the profits go directly back into producing more content on Eco-Vegan Gal. You pick the price you'd like to contribute. To pay a higher or lower price, click on the number displayed on the shopping cart page and type in your preferred price.

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Share the book on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn or Google+ to get a complimentary copy.

 

 

About the PDF

The PDF is 14mb in size and can be opened on any digital device (computer, mobile phone, tablet).

To save it to your device: click on the top or bottom right side of the PDF image/web browser and select the "save" option. You can save it to your computer hard drive and open in a PDF viewer (such as Adobe and Preview), or in the book application (such as Kindle and iBooks) of your mobile device.

If you have trouble, refer to the instructions about reading and saving PDF files on your specific device.

* this guide is based on my personal experience attending and covering Expo since 2009. It is not endorsed by NewHope

 

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This guide will be updated before and after Expo West and Expo East, based on what I learned each show. Sign up for the mailing list to stay in the loop.

 

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Google Hangouts 101

Written by Whitney Lauritsen on . Posted in Learn (Resources)

How to Watch a Google Hangout

  • Hangouts on Air are broadcast live on Google+ and on YouTube
    • Watching live on Google+ allows you to ask questions and interact (see participation instructions below)
    • Watching the live or recorded show on YouTube does not allow you to interact live but you can leave comments that will be seen by the host and other viewers.
  • You can watch on your computer or mobile device
  • Hangouts on Air are recorded to YouTube so you can watch them anytime

How to Participate in a Google Hangout on Air

Ask a Question

  1. Go to the Hangout On Air event page.
    • Eco-Vegan Gal events can be found on the EvG Google+ Page
    • The Q&A app is unavailable when watching Hangouts On Air through YouTube.
  2. You'll see a section on the right side of the Hangout On Air to post a question 
    • You can see the questions you submitted, what others have asked, and the answered questions. 
    • You can vote for questions you like by clicking +1 below the question.
    • The question currently being answered automatically appears at the top, and unanswered questions are displayed below it.
  3. At the bottom right corner of the viewing window, click Ask a new question.
  4. Type your question then Click Submit.


Google Hangout support

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EvG Book Club

Do you want to take your knowledge about your health, the vegan lifestyle and the environment to a whole new level? Are you looking to connect with more like-minded people? Reading books is one of the best things you can do. But where do you start and how do you hold yourself accountable for finishing each book? That's where this online club comes into your life. 

Every month the EvG Book Club chooses a piece of non-fiction, spends a few weeks reading it, and then meets virtually via a Google+ Hangout to discuss the book. It's a wonderful way to learn more, hear different perspectives, and interact with a supportive community. At the end of each month you'll have a whole new understanding of the eco-vegan lifestyle, which will boost your confidence and health, both emotionally and physically.

Here's what you need to know:

  • The book club is free for anyone to participate in, from any part of the world. The commitments asked of you are:
    • Vote on this page once a month
    • Check in on Google+ at least once a month
    • Participate in the Google+ Hangout once a month
  • The club is organized on Google+ and communication is sent out a few times a month via an email newsletter.
  • Books are selected via vote - the options are released at the beginning of each month and after 48 hours the most popular choice wins.
  • Once selected, you can get the book via Audible audio book, Amazon.com (printed or Kindle), your favorite bookstore, or local library.
    • Receive a free audio book via Audible by clicking here
    • It is suggested that you buy or borrow the book ASAP so you have plenty of time to read it by the end of the month.
  • Throughout the month members are encouraged to share quotes, thoughts and questions on the Google+ community page.
  • At the end of each month, a Google+ Hangout will be scheduled to discuss the book via audio, video and/or text chat

Ready to join?

Click below to complete these two steps:

   Join the Google+ Community     Sign up for the Book Club Newsletter 

 

February's Book Choice

The 30-Day Vegan Challenge

The 30 Day Vegan Challenge (new edition) by Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

This book is available Amazon (printed or Kindle*). It may also be available in your local bookstore or library, though it was just released in December 2014.

*Kindle books can be viewed on Apple device using the free app.

Join the live discussion on Sunday, March 1st.

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Healthy, Organic, Vegan on a Budget

Written by Whitney Lauritsen on . Posted in Learn (Resources)

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Whitney Lauritsen's upcoming ebook "Healthy, Organic, Vegan on a Budget" busts the myth that eating well is too expensive. With detailed information and over 100 tips, this publication will open eyes to delicious food that protects our health, the environment and our bank accounts! 

 

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How Do You Read eBooks?

 

While you're waiting for the book to launch, here's a free video series to tide you over:

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