Here are some do's and don'ts of booth etiquette, as prescribed by Unique Venues (www.uniquevenues.com), Avon, Colo.
Do
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Be outgoing and enthusiastic.
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Be aware of body language — no hands in pockets.
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Stand, don't sit. And stand in front of, rather than behind, any obstacles, such as a table. It's less confrontational.
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Smile.
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Listen and ask questions.
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Be neat.
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Be confident.
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Be early. Arrive at your booth and be ready to go before the show starts.
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Acknowledge everyone and start conversations.
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Offer a little something — candy or useful giveaways — to attract people to your booth.
Don't
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Eat in the booth.
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Talk to co-workers when customers are in the booth.
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Tear down the booth before the show is over.
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Waste time (yours or your potential client's).
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Run out of business cards.
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Have too much staff — it can be intimidating to attendees.
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Wear uncomfortable shoes.
