Hi,
I am becoming more interested in the tradeshow business lately. Right now I perform mostly restaurants and private shows with some corporate events along the way. I have read books on tradeshow (Hustle Hustle), and talked to a lot of tradeshow magicans.

What I want to do though right now is just attend a tradeshow as an observer and get a first hand experience of the tradeshow atmosphere. But, do I have to buy a ticket to attend a tradeshow, because aren't most tradeshows not open to the public? Also where can I find information about upcoming tradeshows in my area? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank You
Amir Ghasri

Amir,

I suggest you read the book by Paul Diamond, "It Takes Guts ******!" This is a great little book on getting past the gate keepers at tradeshows.

Jeff

Amir,

I wrote a lot about getting started in trade shows in Volume Two of my Success-in-Magic program. The best way to get started is at local shows in your area. I'm going to discuss that in more detail in my next newsletter which will be going out next week. You can sign up for the free newsletter at:
http://www.success-in-magic.com
Hope to hear from you.
Magically yours,
Jim Snack

Amir,

The Anaheim Convention Center is the largest convention center on the west cost. Not all conventions are closed to the public, or if they are, you can often still sign up, sometimes for free. It doesn't hurt to show up and see. I would check out the web site to look at the schedule and pick your best bets:

http://www.anaheimconventioncenter.com/c......ain2.cfm

Try going to a trade show and either sneaking in or asking someone who is leaving if you can have his/her badge. Or, just buy a pass. Consider it part of your informal business education.