A lot GREAT networking takes place during the “scheduled” conference hours, but there never seems to be enough time! Take advantage of your time after hours! Yes, the parties and events are a great time and can be a great place to network after hours, but I find them to be more of a social […]
#20. Recruitment & Promotional Ideas
Before you head out to your next conference, it would be a swell idea to sit down and map out a plan for making the most of the connections and people you will be meeting to help gain as many new opportunities for your business as possible. Merchants are always looking for new quality […]
#18. Things You Won’t Pack, But Will Need
Following up on a previous post on things you will pack for a conference but won’t need, let’s go over some items you will need that you might forget to bring along. There’s nothing worse than getting to a conference destination and realizing you’re missing important gear or necessities. You don’t want to waste unnecessary […]
#17. Finding Networking Opportunities
Having been to just a few industry conferences so far, I would not consider myself an Affiliate Marketing conference veteran per se, but I quickly learned from the shows I have attended that networking and meeting other attendees is essential – and fun! Whether at conference events or simply walking through the lobby, I see […]
#13. Be Prepared for a Change In Plans
Now that #ConferenceSeason is here, it’s time to start going through my mental checklists to make sure that no matter what happens, I’m ready for it. I was not always like this though! In the last few years, attending the numerous conferences with ShareASale I have lost luggage (twice), been a victim of food poisoning (twice), […]
#12. Success at the Booth
What do employees who work a company’s booth at a conference and marathon runners have in common? The answer is unflappable endurance. Turning on the charm and keeping your wits sharp on little to no sleep can be hard. The key to functioning under those conditions is to plan ahead so you don’t have to […]
#10. Dress to Impress
#ConferenceSeason Tip #10 – Dress To Impress Conference Season is upon us, and with so conferences in different locations around the country, you should be thinking about the wardrobe you will be bringing to help put your best foot forward. My number one dressing rule for any conference is WEAR COMFORTABLE SHOES. You will be […]
#8. Things You’ll Pack But Don’t Need
As you know by now, our blogposts this month are focused on all things conferences including tips on networking, working the booth, hitting the party trail, and what you’ll need to bring. In my experience as an attendee of many conferences over the years, I have learned that knowing what NOT to bring is almost […]
#7. Get Marketing Material Ready
Marketing Material can make or break a conference. Although as the Marketing Manager, I may be biased. But seriously, it can. There are four major pieces to prep prior to attending or exhibiting at a conference: The Information Document(s) The Business Cards The Giveaways The Booth Let’s talk a little best practices. 1. THE INFORMATIONAL […]
#6. What to Pack
Packing for me can be a headache in itself… especially when I am not the world’s most orderly occupant due to a severe shopping binge problem. (Guilty) While I love traveling, I’m also the traveler who likes to have everything with her, which makes it complete chaos when trying to meet baggage weight requirements. Something […]