248 - 9 Tips for Working Trade Show by Yourself - Small Business Survival Guide

248 - 9 Tips for Working Trade Show by Yourself - Small Business Survival Guide

Author: Jim Cermak March 25, 2024 Duration: 6:45

If you’re a small business, you may have plans to work an upcoming show by yourself or maybe you've done it in the past. Happens with bigger businesses too! And let me tell you, having worked many expos and shows solo, it can be frustrating.

Here's 9 Tips to help you Survive and Thrive at your next Expo, Event or Trade Show!

Being by yourself does not allow you to be efficient, maximize your ROI, or put you in the position to get the best results possible.

The biggest issue is that you can only have indepth discussions with one person at a time.

Let me give you one big piece of advice – Don’t work by yourself! If at all possible, convince a co-worker, trusted colleague, family member or friend help you out for a few hours or few days. It will definitely be worth it!

( 1 ) Set up your booth as early as possible to allow for the unknown.

( 2 ) Get to shows early to walk the show floor and meet people.

( 3 ) Make friends with people in the booths around you.

( 4 ) Simplify and Minimize

( 5 ) Use other methods to help capture information and make you more efficient

( 6 ) Practice!

( 7 ) Get out front of your table/booth

( 8 ) Try group presenting

( 9 ) Pack snacks, water, mints to help you avoid having to leave your booth


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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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