Productivity looks different for every Pet Boss. Organize them into groups according to their location within the expo, and plan to visit with as many as possible with the least amount of aimless walking around! 3.

Now, look at the floorplan and figure out where each vendor is located. Do they fit your brand? Are you interested in learning more? Do you want to see their new releases or specials? Or just say hi to keep up your relationship with them? Comb through and explore the newer vendors. Browse the presentation schedule and figure out which ones you’re interested in. Now that you have the numbers in front of you, you can organize your expo time and map out which vendors you must see while you’re there. Remember this quote– “For every minute spent organizing, an hour is earned.” This will keep you from making (too many) impulse purchases! 2. Walk into the expo with factual numbers, not your gut. Can you put some of your inventory on sale now to make room for what will actually sell and turn faster? Do these numbers match up? For example, if cat supplies make up 10% of your overall sales, they shouldn’t be 15% of your inventory. The general gist is that you’ll want insights on your current stock and how much each category contributes to overall sales. Pet Boss Club Members have access to specific exercises we recommend ( login, click on resources→trade show tips), so review that information beforehand. Accessing and evaluating the data from your POS system will completely change the game and keep you focused and intentional with your purchases. You want to base your “shopping list” on REAL numbers. Let the numbers be your guide.Ĭonfused by what to buy and how much of it? This is not a time for guessing games. Here are our top three tips for getting off on the right paw: 1. Proper preparation is the key to maximizing your time and coming out of the experience feeling accomplished and satisfied.

In-person expos and events are BACK, and while that feels really exciting, it also means we need to brush up on our expo preparation skills. That’s 700+ exhibitors, 15,000 pet industry Bosses, and 43 courses scheduled all in one place! It’s going to be paw-some, and we’re HERE for it. Pet Bosses– We are about two weeks out from the Global Pet Expo happening in Orlando, Florida March 23rd-25th!

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