In this webinar, Crista Cowan, Ancestry's corporate genealogist, hosts an "Ask Me Anything" session with professional genealogist Angie Bush. The session is designed to address a variety of questions from family history enthusiasts. Both Crista and Angie provide guidance on organizing family trees, naming conventions, and the work involved as a professional genealogist. They also offer advice on dealing with incorrect information in genealogical records and suggest strategies for breaking through brick walls in research, such as utilizing DNA tests and exploring the extended network of an ancestor's life known as the "fan club" method.
The discussion further delves into professional genealogy ethics, education opportunities, and volunteering in the field. Angie shares insights on the new Ancestry Advisor program, which offers personalized coaching sessions to assist genealogy enthusiasts. The conversation wraps up with tips for preparing for genealogy conferences and navigating online tools like Ancestry's DNA ThruLines. Viewers are encouraged to consistently hone their genealogical skills and consider both self-guided and professional paths to elevate their genealogy research endeavors.
Chapters:
- Introduction to the Session
- Tree Organization Tips
- Professional Genealogist Insights
- End-of-Life Planning for Trees
- Volunteering and Contributing
- Researching in Archives
- Educational Resources and Institutes
- Effective Use of Ancestry DNA ThruLines
- Preparing for Genealogy Conferences
- Advice for Beginner and Intermediate Genealogists
- Concluding Thoughts and Resources
Discover more about how a professional genealogist can enrich your family history journey by visiting progenealogists.com/ancestry-advisor.