Each year thousands of people flock to Las Vegas, Orlando, New Orleans and hundreds of other cities to attend conventions. For them, it is the highlight of their year. Every day they grind through their 9 to 5 – working well more than 40 hours a week.
But once a year their company sends them to some convention where they are expected to ignore their email and learn something. But for the attendee this is half learning – half vacation.
So why would anyone want to talk to this guy on their vacation?
As the one running the booth it is your job to be the party. People want to hang out with the fun people. Don’t be boring.
Here are a few things I do in order to attract those looking to have fun:
- No cell phones. Put them away. You don’t need them. Whatever it is can wait. Your company has dropped thousands of dollars on this event. Be present and hide your phone.
- Get a song stuck in your head. If you have a fun song stuck in your head it will keep your energy up. The faster the tempo, the better. I actually dance at my booths to the song in my head. People give me weird looks, but it’s usually like “I want whatever she’s having.” Their on vacation. Why wouldn’t they? You would not believe how many people will walk up and start dancing with me without an invite. My go to is “Conga” by Miami Sound Machine. Find one that works for you.
- Smile. It seems like a simple thing, but I see it all the time. People flew across the country to represent their company at the conference and they look miserable. No one wants to party with the depressed guy who only smiles when you walk up. Smile like you’re having the time of your life and people will literally cross the room to say hi.
Remember, they’re there to learn and blow off some steam. So be the party and they will come to you.
And now, for some dancing inspiration…
Musings of a Marketeer 
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