Word of mouth at conferences
Companies sponsor parties and conferences all the time, hoping people will talk. But they rarely get good bang for the buck ... a sign here, a logo there, and maybe a few remarks at a cocktail party.
When you sponsor a party, think specifically, literally, about "How will I start conversations."
AOL Body sponsored the speaker reception at BlogHer. Their theme was simple - they had a custom cocktail for everyone to try.
But the word of mouth hit was the napkins. Each one had a different factoid. People picked them up, talked about them, and passed them around.
Simple, inexpensive, and effective.
Lesson: Give people a reason to talk!
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Tanya said... (Jul 27, 2007 12:55:40 PM)
Thanks for the love Andy! We are a little obsessed with healthy cocktails at AOL Body.
Susan Gunelius said... (Jul 28, 2007 8:31:51 PM)
What a creative idea! I've never been a proponent of hosting parties at trade shows, because I've never felt that they deliver the bang for the buck. This napkin idea is great, because it keeps the host's name at the forefront of the conversation throughout the party. Rather than just walking away with a full stomach and a buzz, guests remember the information they read on the napkins (as well as the host) after the party ends.