Why Being a Vendor at Shows Can Break Your Business!

Welcome to Episode 30 of Business Besties Branson! Today, Dr. Dana and Laura dive into the realities of networking through shows—both as vendors and attendees. From the challenges and costs of vending to the benefits of exposure and networking, we discuss it all. Learn from our experiences and discover smarter ways to market your business. Don't miss out on the lessons we've learned!

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Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:05 - Greetings and Episode Topic
0:14 - The Pros and Cons of Attending vs. Vending
1:03 - Financial Realities of Being a Vendor
1:48 - Laura’s Vending Experience: Lessons Learned
3:29 - Costs Beyond the Booth: Hidden Expenses
5:00 - Exposure vs. Profit: Is It Worth It?
6:59 - Alternative Marketing Strategies
8:30 - Comparing Different Shows and Their Impact
10:08 - Learning from Other Vendors
11:01 - Biggest Takeaways from Trade Shows
13:17 - Education and Networking at Conferences
14:34 - Physical Toll of Vending and Attending
15:13 - Insights from SHOT Show in Vegas
16:20 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts