As you have probably heard countless times, when it comes to promoting your business, marketing is everything. This is the best way of getting your brand known, and increasing those all important profits.

There are many ways to market your business, but in this article, we will look at two ways to really get your business out there, ensuring your company makes a lasting impression.

Take part in trade shows

Exhibiting your business at a trade show can be expensive, but your brand will be seen by hundreds of people, and the networking possibilities are huge.

These are the benefits:

– The people who attend trade shows are there because they want to do business, so you can guarantee there will be interest for what you are offering.

– You can get a better handle on the competition. Pose as a customer and visit other booths to find out what other businesses are offering. Price up their products, make a note of their sales tactics and learn how to strengthen your business from their example.

– No matter how small or large your business is, you will be taken seriously when you showcase your brand at such an event. Getting your name out into the world is your first step towards a better reputation and greater credibility, and at a tradeshow, you will have a ready-made customer base to carry your name forwards.

You need to catch people’s eye, so having a stall tucked away at the corner of the exhibition hall may not pull people towards your stall. If you can afford it, we recommend you hire one of these custom made quality bespoke exhibition stands to really get your brand noticed, with an interactive and audiovisual display.

Become a guest speaker

Let’s be honest; we aren’t all cut out for public speaking. However, you will get yourself noticed if you can become a master of your field at conferences and trade events.

Before you get yourself into a wobble, this doesn’t mean you have to stand up in front of thousands of people. There are many events where a number of smaller workshops are held throughout the day, and you could take charge of one of them. You will need to have something to say, but if you have a particular expertise that is worth sharing with others, you will have the opportunity to get your face seen, and your voice heard.

These are the benefits:

– You have the opportunity to promote your product and service to people who move within your industry circle. As with trade shows, the people who attend these events are there because they have a vested interest in your field of business.

– Provided you didn’t conduct your talk with your flies undone; you will garner a positive reputation for your name and business.

– Industry bigwigs attend these events, and if you managed to dazzle the crowd, you might meet somebody prepared to invest in your business to help you get to the next level.

Final word

Quite simply, don’t be a business wallflower. Pushing yourself into larger events might just give your business the push it needs.