171 - PRO Tip 2 - Get Your Team Excited for the Possibilities

171 - PRO Tip 2 - Get Your Team Excited for the Possibilities

Author: Jim Cermak September 8, 2022 Duration: 5:04

Trade Show PRO Tip #2 – Get your team excited about the possibilities

Trade Show PRO Tips are quick and powerful episodes that help exhibitors that are ready to go beyond the basics! If you are just starting out with trade shows, be sure to get great at the basics, and then start to incorporate some PRO Tips! Click here for episodes on the Basics

So Get Your Team Excited about the Possibilities at the Show!

  • If you want to max out your possibilities and goals for the show, then you have to get your team excited about the show. 
  • Convey what it means for the company by sharing the goals for the show and how they fit with the company goals.
  • Even more so – convey what the show can mean for that person!  Are you running a contest at the show for your people?  Can the show lead to sales and commissions for them? 
  • Can they possibly meet new connections? 
  • Whatever it is, make sure they are aware!
  • And if you haven’t considered some sort of reward for your team, do it!  Hold a contest based on your goals to get people motivated to be there and go all out!
  • An excited team will out perform an uninspired team every time!

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Jim Cermak hosts Trade Show University for Virtual & Live Events, a deep and practical resource for anyone whose business depends on connecting with an audience, whether on a convention floor or through a screen. This isn't about vague inspiration; it's a working toolkit built from conversations with seasoned experts and Jim's own extensive experience. Each episode functions like a focused seminar, delivering actionable tips and training that exhibitors, marketers, and show planners can apply immediately to see a real difference in their engagement and return on investment. With a library spanning over 220 episodes, the podcast covers the full spectrum of modern event planning-from crafting a compelling virtual booth experience to mastering the logistics and psychology of a live trade show. You'll hear candid discussions on common pitfalls, innovative strategies that are working right now, and breakdowns of what truly moves the needle for businesses. Beyond the audio, the community around this podcast extends into consulting and collaborative training, emphasizing real-world application. For professionals tired of wasting time and budget on events that don't deliver, this series offers a clear path forward, turning every appearance into a measurable success.
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