Speaking at a major tech conference can be career-changing, yet even brilliant ideas often get rejected before they’re ever heard. Why? Because many speakers focus on perfecting their presentation while overlooking the real gatekeeper: the CFP (Call for Papers) submission.
Writing a strong CFP is both an art and a skill: persuasive but not salesy, technical yet accessible, and aligned with what organizers and audiences truly value. And for many engineers and tech leaders, that kind of storytelling doesn’t come naturally.
After reviewing and editing hundreds of CFPs, I’ve developed a framework that’s helped dozens of speakers get accepted to leading conferences worldwide, long before AI tools came along. In this workshop, you’ll learn that framework, craft your own CFP, and receive feedback from both me and your peers. You’ll also see how AI can enhance your submission process, if you use it wisely. Otherwise, reviewers will see right through it and move on to the next candidate.