Merchant Resources

Tips and Tricks to Help You Succeed

Learn and Prosper!

Humans have been trading even long before money was invented.

We can learn a lot from those who have done well in the past, along with gleaning useful insights from people who have studied the art of selling.

The folks at Washington Harbor District Alliance often find helpful articles and videos. This page contains our favorites.

When was the last time you struck up a conversation with a stranger?

The challenge to truly connect with that person increases exponentially at a trade show, one of the most effective yet demanding sales opportunities you may encounter.

Communication with new people is difficult enough even without the din of a trade show cramping your style.

In our video, we expand upon these four tips to make sure you make the most of your trade show networking opportunity.

1. Appear Ready

2. Be Engaging

3. Educate & Inform

4. Capture Prospect Information

[Courtesy of Flywheel Brands]

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