What is it about speaking at events that you don't like?

Gavin - Oct 19 '20 - - Dev Community

I'm speaking at All Things Open tomorrow (register now for free). I'm talking about how New Relic went open source.
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I like speaking at events and conferences, especially if I know the topic well. I think it's exciting and sometimes fun. I know that most people don't share my perspective on speaking at events.

So I want to know...

  • What is it about speaking at events that you don't like? What deters you? What stops you from submitting a CFP?
  • Or, if you have never even considered it, why haven't you?
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