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Will You Add? - By The Rocket's Red Glare: What Fireworks Displays Can Teach Us About Tradeshows
How to Manage Your Boss
Building relationships is vital in business. When you are employed and have a boss it's even more critical, because you have an incentive to get the best from your boss - and the onus is on you. For bosses, try on this as a set of expectations your people have from you...You are limited in how much control you can have in the employed world. Much is passed down to you and this can feel frustrating because you feel 'done to'; without any input in how your experience, day-by-day, goes for you. It can drive you crazy (and in fact is one of the biggest causes of absence and employee churn, by the way!)So, it's time to take some control – he
ng to meet the changing needs of their target audience, fireworks companies are striving to remain relevant and entertaining, rather than becoming a reminder of "what people used to do on the 4th of July".Building relationships is vital in business. When you are employed and have a boss it's even more critical, because you have an incentive to get the best from your boss - and the onus is on you. For bosses, try on this as a set of expectations your people have from you...You are limited in how much control you can have in the employed world. Much is passed down to you and this can feel frustrating because you feel 'done to'; without any input in how your experience, day-by-day, goes for you. It can drive you crazy (and in fact is one of the biggest causes of absence and employee churn, by the way!)So, it's time to take some control – he
How is your target audience changing? What recent developments have changed how they view, use, and purchase your products and services? Is this reflected in your marketing plan?
Connect with the media
In addition to the television broadcasts, fireworks companies have been surprisingly savvy about working with the media to promote their shows. From simulcasting the show's music over local radio stations (broadening the appeal to those viewers who are not at the point of launch) to blogs detailing the work that goes into a show to giving local media 'behinds the scenes' peeks at the show in progress, there's a constant effort to keep their name and company image in the public eye before, during, and
Trade Writing - For Cash!
Often considered as “plain Jane’s” of the print world, trade magazines prove that there is more to a market than just a pretty face.Trade magazines are written for a specialized audience and typically focus on one specific area or industry. Even the ads reflect this focus.They assume the reader is familiar with the material that’s covered and though it can be quite technical, they aren’t usually written in a scholarly manner – this is good news for writers seeking to ad power clips to their portfolios.Trade magazines provide a large, open and lucrative market for freelance writers because with so many competing magazines there i
Firework displays are a traditional part of summertime celebrations. There's something about them -- the noise, the color, the pyrotechnic glory -- that resonates with crowds. According to some experts, fireworks as we know them got started in the 10th century. That means that this basic technology has been wowing spectators for a very, very long time.Often considered as “plain Jane’s” of the print world, trade magazines prove that there is more to a market than just a pretty face.Trade magazines are written for a specialized audience and typically focus on one specific area or industry. Even the ads reflect this focus.They assume the reader is familiar with the material that’s covered and though it can be quite technical, they aren’t usually written in a scholarly manner – this is good news for writers seeking to ad power clips to their portfolios.Trade magazines provide a large, open and lucrative market for freelance writers because with so many competing magazines there i
Yet when I attended a recent fireworks display, I overheard a woman saying this:
"I don't know how they do it. Every year it's the same thing, but they keep making it better somehow."
Wouldn't every exhibitor love to hear that about their booth? It appears that the fireworks companies have mastered what trade show exhibitors often struggle with: presenting the same products and services in a way that's new and exciting.
What can tradeshow exhibitors learn from the pyrotechnic pros? The answers might surprise you.
You can do a lot in a very limited time
Fireworks are not an everyday event. Most people will see only one to two fireworks shows a year, if that many. Performances are measured in minutes, not hours. The vast majority of shows -- industry estimates range close to 70%! -- are scheduled in a two week period in the middle of the summer.
Yet, even in this small window of opportunity exists the potential for profitability. There are more than a few decent sized fireworks companies out there, vying to show what a good show they can produce. Most of these companies earn the lion's share of their annual revenue during those hectic fourteen days.
These companies know that it is make it or break it time, so they pull out all of the stops. Extensive preparation is done. Things are practiced until they're perfect. When it's showtime, every team member does their best to ensure a flawless show.
Consider applying that mentality to your tradeshow participation. How would you approach exhibiting if you knew this was your only chance to market all year long? What if 70% of your sales had to come from trade show leads? What changes would you make? How would you train your people?
Know what your audience wants
Knowing what your target audience expects and desires from you is crucial. The fireworks industry caters to an audience that has certain expectations of a fireworks display: loud noise, bright colors, technical brilliance that also has an insatiable appetite for something new.
They're responded by adding new elements to the existing show: new colors, for example, or shows synchronized with music. The essential product has not changed, but it has been augmented and improved.
Tradeshow attendees have certain expectations of your booth, but they also want something new. How can you add to or improve your products, services, or presentation thereof to generate additional excitement around your display?
Understand that Audiences Change
The customers you have today are not the customers you had yesterday -- and they're definitely not the customers you'll have tomorrow. Sometimes the changes that occur in your target audience have nothing to do with your products and services and everything to do with a seemingly unrelated product.
For example: advances in high-definition televisions have dramatically impacted the fireworks industry. Forty years ago, no one was watching fireworks on television. Now, increasing numbers of people are, as high-definition televisions allow people to experience the beauty of the show without the bugs, crowds, noise, or traffic.
Firework companies have responded by creating brighter fireworks that deploy at a lower height, easier for the television cameras to capture. By working to meet the changing needs of their target audience, fireworks companies are striving to remain relevant and entertaining, rather than becoming a reminder of "what people used to do on the 4th of July".
How is your target audience changing? What recent developments have changed how they view, use, and purchase your products and services? Is this reflected in your marketing plan?
Connect with the media
In addition to the television broadcasts, fireworks companies have been surprisingly savvy about working with the media to promote their shows. From simulcasting the show's music over local radio stations (broadening the appeal to those viewers who are not at the point of launch) to blogs detailing the work that goes into a show to giving local media 'behinds the scenes' peeks at the show in progress, there's a constant effort to keep their name and company image in the public eye before, during, and a
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Fireworks are not an everyday event. Most people will see only one to two fireworks shows a year, if that many. Performances are measured in minutes, not hours. The vast majority of shows -- industry estimates range close to 70%! -- are scheduled in a two week period in the middle of the summer.
Yet, even in this small window of opportunity exists the potential for profitability. There are more than a few decent sized fireworks companies out there, vying to show what a good show they can produce. Most of these companies earn the lion's share of their annual revenue during those hectic fourteen days.
These companies know that it is make it or break it time, so they pull out all of the stops. Extensive preparation is done. Things are practiced until they're perfect. When it's showtime, every team member does their best to ensure a flawless show.
Consider applying that mentality to your tradeshow participation. How would you approach exhibiting if you knew this was your only chance to market all year long? What if 70% of your sales had to come from trade show leads? What changes would you make? How would you train your people?
Know what your audience wants
Knowing what your target audience expects and desires from you is crucial. The fireworks industry caters to an audience that has certain expectations of a fireworks display: loud noise, bright colors, technical brilliance that also has an insatiable appetite for something new.
They're responded by adding new elements to the existing show: new colors, for example, or shows synchronized with music. The essential product has not changed, but it has been augmented and improved.
Tradeshow attendees have certain expectations of your booth, but they also want something new. How can you add to or improve your products, services, or presentation thereof to generate additional excitement around your display?
Understand that Audiences Change
The customers you have today are not the customers you had yesterday -- and they're definitely not the customers you'll have tomorrow. Sometimes the changes that occur in your target audience have nothing to do with your products and services and everything to do with a seemingly unrelated product.
For example: advances in high-definition televisions have dramatically impacted the fireworks industry. Forty years ago, no one was watching fireworks on television. Now, increasing numbers of people are, as high-definition televisions allow people to experience the beauty of the show without the bugs, crowds, noise, or traffic.
Firework companies have responded by creating brighter fireworks that deploy at a lower height, easier for the television cameras to capture. By working to meet the changing needs of their target audience, fireworks companies are striving to remain relevant and entertaining, rather than becoming a reminder of "what people used to do on the 4th of July".
How is your target audience changing? What recent developments have changed how they view, use, and purchase your products and services? Is this reflected in your marketing plan?
Connect with the media
In addition to the television broadcasts, fireworks companies have been surprisingly savvy about working with the media to promote their shows. From simulcasting the show's music over local radio stations (broadening the appeal to those viewers who are not at the point of launch) to blogs detailing the work that goes into a show to giving local media 'behinds the scenes' peeks at the show in progress, there's a constant effort to keep their name and company image in the public eye before, during, and
Know what your audience wants
Knowing what your target audience expects and desires from you is crucial. The fireworks industry caters to an audience that has certain expectations of a fireworks display: loud noise, bright colors, technical brilliance that also has an insatiable appetite for something new.
They're responded by adding new elements to the existing show: new colors, for example, or shows synchronized with music. The essential product has not changed, but it has been augmented and improved.
Tradeshow attendees have certain expectations of your booth, but they also want something new. How can you add to or improve your products, services, or presentation thereof to generate additional excitement around your display?
Understand that Audiences Change
The customers you have today are not the customers you had yesterday -- and they're definitely not the customers you'll have tomorrow. Sometimes the changes that occur in your target audience have nothing to do with your products and services and everything to do with a seemingly unrelated product.
For example: advances in high-definition televisions have dramatically impacted the fireworks industry. Forty years ago, no one was watching fireworks on television. Now, increasing numbers of people are, as high-definition televisions allow people to experience the beauty of the show without the bugs, crowds, noise, or traffic.
Firework companies have responded by creating brighter fireworks that deploy at a lower height, easier for the television cameras to capture. By working to meet the changing needs of their target audience, fireworks companies are striving to remain relevant and entertaining, rather than becoming a reminder of "what people used to do on the 4th of July".
How is your target audience changing? What recent developments have changed how they view, use, and purchase your products and services? Is this reflected in your marketing plan?
Connect with the media
In addition to the television broadcasts, fireworks companies have been surprisingly savvy about working with the media to promote their shows. From simulcasting the show's music over local radio stations (broadening the appeal to those viewers who are not at the point of launch) to blogs detailing the work that goes into a show to giving local media 'behinds the scenes' peeks at the show in progress, there's a constant effort to keep their name and company image in the public eye before, during, and
Understand that Audiences Change
The customers you have today are not the customers you had yesterday -- and they're definitely not the customers you'll have tomorrow. Sometimes the changes that occur in your target audience have nothing to do with your products and services and everything to do with a seemingly unrelated product.
For example: advances in high-definition televisions have dramatically impacted the fireworks industry. Forty years ago, no one was watching fireworks on television. Now, increasing numbers of people are, as high-definition televisions allow people to experience the beauty of the show without the bugs, crowds, noise, or traffic.
Firework companies have responded by creating brighter fireworks that deploy at a lower height, easier for the television cameras to capture. By working to meet the changing needs of their target audience, fireworks companies are striving to remain relevant and entertaining, rather than becoming a reminder of "what people used to do on the 4th of July".
How is your target audience changing? What recent developments have changed how they view, use, and purchase your products and services? Is this reflected in your marketing plan?
Connect with the media
In addition to the television broadcasts, fireworks companies have been surprisingly savvy about working with the media to promote their shows. From simulcasting the show's music over local radio stations (broadening the appeal to those viewers who are not at the point of launch) to blogs detailing the work that goes into a show to giving local media 'behinds the scenes' peeks at the show in progress, there's a constant effort to keep their name and company image in the public eye before, during, and
How is your target audience changing? What recent developments have changed how they view, use, and purchase your products and services? Is this reflected in your marketing plan?
Connect with the media
In addition to the television broadcasts, fireworks companies have been surprisingly savvy about working with the media to promote their shows. From simulcasting the show's music over local radio stations (broadening the appeal to those viewers who are not at the point of launch) to blogs detailing the work that goes into a show to giving local media 'behinds the scenes' peeks at the show in progress, there's a constant effort to keep their name and company image in the public eye before, during, and after the actual show.
Apply this to your tradeshow participation. What are you doing to let attendees know they should visit your display? What are your media outreach efforts during the show? Does you stop sending press releases when the show lights go off?
Fireworks and tradeshows have some interesting points of comparability. With proper planning, promotion, and performance, pyrotechnic experts and tradeshow exhibitors can both get a lot of bang for their buck!
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Fireworks are not an everyday event. Most people will see only one to two fireworks shows a year, if that many. Performances are measured in minutes, not hours. The vast majority of shows -- industry estimates range close to 70%! -- are scheduled in a two week period in the middle of the summer.
Yet, even in this small window of opportunity exists the potential for profitability. There are more than a few decent sized fireworks companies out there, vying to show what a good show they can produce. Most of these companies earn the lion's share of their annual revenue during those hectic fourteen days.
These companies know that it is make it or break it time, so they pull out all of the stops. Extensive preparation is done. Things are practiced until they're perfect. When it's showtime, every team member does their best to ensure a flawless show.
Consider applying that mentality to your tradeshow participation. How would you approach exhibiting if you knew this was your only chance to market all year long? What if 70% of your sales had to come from trade show leads? What changes would you make? How would you train your people?
Know what your audience wants
Knowing what your target audience expects and desires from you is crucial. The fireworks industry caters to an audience that has certain expectations of a fireworks display: loud noise, bright colors, technical brilliance that also has an insatiable appetite for something new.
They're responded by adding new elements to the existing show: new colors, for example, or shows synchronized with music. The essential product has not changed, but it has been augmented and improved.
Tradeshow attendees have certain expectations of your booth, but they also want something new. How can you add to or improve your products, services, or presentation thereof to generate additional excitement around your display?
Understand that Audiences Change
The customers you have today are not the customers you had yesterday -- and they're definitely not the customers you'll have tomorrow. Sometimes the changes that occur in your target audience have nothing to do with your products and services and everything to do with a seemingly unrelated product.
For example: advances in high-definition televisions have dramatically impacted the fireworks industry. Forty years ago, no one was watching fireworks on television. Now, increasing numbers of people are, as high-definition televisions allow people to experience the beauty of the show without the bugs, crowds, noise, or traffic.
Firework companies have responded by creating brighter fireworks that deploy at a lower height, easier for the television cameras to capture. By working to meet the changing needs of their target audience, fireworks companies are striving to remain relevant and entertaining, rather than becoming a reminder of "what people used to do on the 4th of July".
How is your target audience changing? What recent developments have changed how they view, use, and purchase your products and services? Is this reflected in your marketing plan?
Connect with the media
In addition to the television broadcasts, fireworks companies have been surprisingly savvy about working with the media to promote their shows. From simulcasting the show's music over local radio stations (broadening the appeal to those viewers who are not at the point of launch) to blogs detailing the work that goes into a show to giving local media 'behinds the scenes' peeks at the show in progress, there's a constant effort to keep their name and company image in the public eye before, during, and
Business Card Printing
A business card not only serves as a mere piece of paper containing your contact information, it also serves as a way to make your company recognized by potential clients. Business cards are handy tools that you give out to clients to make them remember you as a professional and what type of company that you represent.Since your business card is that important, everything should be considered to make sure that you end up having a stack of business cards that you can be proud of and not hesitant to give out to potential clients. Always remember that a great business card contains a classy, professional-looking design with a paper that feels goo
to your tradeshow participation. How would you approach exhibiting if you knew this was your only chance to market all year long? What if 70% of your sales had to come from trade show leads? What changes would you make? How would you train your people?A business card not only serves as a mere piece of paper containing your contact information, it also serves as a way to make your company recognized by potential clients. Business cards are handy tools that you give out to clients to make them remember you as a professional and what type of company that you represent.Since your business card is that important, everything should be considered to make sure that you end up having a stack of business cards that you can be proud of and not hesitant to give out to potential clients. Always remember that a great business card contains a classy, professional-looking design with a paper that feels goo
Know what your audience wants
Knowing what your target audience expects and desires from you is crucial. The fireworks industry caters to an audience that has certain expectations of a fireworks display: loud noise, bright colors, technical brilliance that also has an insatiable appetite for something new.
They're responded by adding new elements to the existing show: new colors, for example, or shows synchronized with music. The essential product has not changed, but it has been augmented and improved.
Tradeshow attendees have certain expectations of your booth, but they also want something new. How can you add to or improve your products, services, or presentation thereof to generate additional excitement around your display?
Understand that Audiences Change
The customers you have today are not the customers you had yesterday -- and they're definitely not the customers you'll have tomorrow. Sometimes the changes that occur in your target audience have nothing to do with your products and services and everything to do with a seemingly unrelated product.
For example: advances in high-definition televisions have dramatically impacted the fireworks industry. Forty years ago, no one was watching fireworks on television. Now, increasing numbers of people are, as high-definition televisions allow people to experience the beauty of the show without the bugs, crowds, noise, or traffic.
Firework companies have responded by creating brighter fireworks that deploy at a lower height, easier for the television cameras to capture. By working to meet the changing needs of their target audience, fireworks companies are striving to remain relevant and entertaining, rather than becoming a reminder of "what people used to do on the 4th of July".
How is your target audience changing? What recent developments have changed how they view, use, and purchase your products and services? Is this reflected in your marketing plan?
Connect with the media
In addition to the television broadcasts, fireworks companies have been surprisingly savvy about working with the media to promote their shows. From simulcasting the show's music over local radio stations (broadening the appeal to those viewers who are not at the point of launch) to blogs detailing the work that goes into a show to giving local media 'behinds the scenes' peeks at the show in progress, there's a constant effort to keep their name and company image in the public eye before, during, and
How to Balance Your Team
You are the manager of a small business, a team, a department, a project or even a complete company. And you are to hire someone new. There is this candidate, but she is your opposite in nearly everything; you favour spontaneity, she doesn’t, you take subjective decisions, she rationalizes whenever possible and where you are more extraverted, she is not.From portfolio management we can learn to spread our investments. There are many theories about how to do this. Fewer theories exist about how to balance a team. We learn about different functions, activities and processes, but less about the way to balance these. Especially when people are inv
services, or presentation thereof to generate additional excitement around your display?You are the manager of a small business, a team, a department, a project or even a complete company. And you are to hire someone new. There is this candidate, but she is your opposite in nearly everything; you favour spontaneity, she doesn’t, you take subjective decisions, she rationalizes whenever possible and where you are more extraverted, she is not.From portfolio management we can learn to spread our investments. There are many theories about how to do this. Fewer theories exist about how to balance a team. We learn about different functions, activities and processes, but less about the way to balance these. Especially when people are inv
Understand that Audiences Change
The customers you have today are not the customers you had yesterday -- and they're definitely not the customers you'll have tomorrow. Sometimes the changes that occur in your target audience have nothing to do with your products and services and everything to do with a seemingly unrelated product.
For example: advances in high-definition televisions have dramatically impacted the fireworks industry. Forty years ago, no one was watching fireworks on television. Now, increasing numbers of people are, as high-definition televisions allow people to experience the beauty of the show without the bugs, crowds, noise, or traffic.
Firework companies have responded by creating brighter fireworks that deploy at a lower height, easier for the television cameras to capture. By working to meet the changing needs of their target audience, fireworks companies are striving to remain relevant and entertaining, rather than becoming a reminder of "what people used to do on the 4th of July".
How is your target audience changing? What recent developments have changed how they view, use, and purchase your products and services? Is this reflected in your marketing plan?
Connect with the media
In addition to the television broadcasts, fireworks companies have been surprisingly savvy about working with the media to promote their shows. From simulcasting the show's music over local radio stations (broadening the appeal to those viewers who are not at the point of launch) to blogs detailing the work that goes into a show to giving local media 'behinds the scenes' peeks at the show in progress, there's a constant effort to keep their name and company image in the public eye before, during, and
Question: Should You Do Something Just Because You Can?
My concern this evening is about a growing trend online - and I'm wondering "just because you CAN, should you?"This week has seen the launch of several major marketing programs by major players. These guys (and gals) have magic fairy dust surrounding them, literally everything they touch - and throw out there - turns to gold... for them.Now that in itself is not a bad thing. I'm all for free enterprise :)The problems I'm wrestling with tonight are small potatoes I'm sure to the guy pulling in literally millions.The thing is... I get phone calls ALL the time from people who've tried this and that on the net. People of limit
ng to meet the changing needs of their target audience, fireworks companies are striving to remain relevant and entertaining, rather than becoming a reminder of "what people used to do on the 4th of July".My concern this evening is about a growing trend online - and I'm wondering "just because you CAN, should you?"This week has seen the launch of several major marketing programs by major players. These guys (and gals) have magic fairy dust surrounding them, literally everything they touch - and throw out there - turns to gold... for them.Now that in itself is not a bad thing. I'm all for free enterprise :)The problems I'm wrestling with tonight are small potatoes I'm sure to the guy pulling in literally millions.The thing is... I get phone calls ALL the time from people who've tried this and that on the net. People of limit
How is your target audience changing? What recent developments have changed how they view, use, and purchase your products and services? Is this reflected in your marketing plan?
Connect with the media
In addition to the television broadcasts, fireworks companies have been surprisingly savvy about working with the media to promote their shows. From simulcasting the show's music over local radio stations (broadening the appeal to those viewers who are not at the point of launch) to blogs detailing the work that goes into a show to giving local media 'behinds the scenes' peeks at the show in progress, there's a constant effort to keep their name and company image in the public eye before, during, and after the actual show.
Apply this to your tradeshow participation. What are you doing to let attendees know they should visit your display? What are your media outreach efforts during the show? Does you stop sending press releases when the show lights go off?
Fireworks and tradeshows have some interesting points of comparability. With proper planning, promotion, and performance, pyrotechnic experts and tradeshow exhibitors can both get a lot of bang for their buck!
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