05/28/2026
Part 1 😉
Not every “bad event” is actually a bad event. 👀
And I say this as BOTH a vendor at many events and a vendor event host.
Yes — sometimes events genuinely miss the mark (it happens!). But sometimes we also have to reflect and take ownership of how we showed up that day.
✨Did people know what you were selling?
✨Did your table invite people in?
✨Did you engage with anyone? A simple “Hi, how are you?” goes a looong way!
✨Did you promote the event beforehand?
✨Did you make connections… or just wait for sales? or collaboration opportunities?
Because here’s the thing:
Not every successful event is measured by immediate sales (even though we all want the sales, I know)
Sometimes the biggest wins are:
✨the connections/ networking
✨future bookings
✨collaborations
✨exposure
✨repeat customers later
✨simply planting seeds
I’ve made connections at events that turned into opportunities, friendships and collaborations. People will always remember you, your energy and how you made them feel.
And while every vendor is different (some absolutely do their best work seated and focused — and that’s okay), your overall presence and energy still matter.
✨People feel when you’re approachable.
✨People feel when you’re engaged.
✨People feel when you actually want to be there.
Me personally, I’m the vendor that’s always moving (iykyk)— talking, dancing, making content, interacting with attendees and other vendors. Sitting silently behind my table waiting for people to approach me just isn’t my style (if you see me doing that something is def off for me).
Vendor events are collaborative.
Hosts, vendors, attendees — everyone contributes to the overall energy and experience.
The best thing you can do after an event is reflect on it (and give feedback to the hosts).
✨What worked?
✨What didn’t?
✨What can you improve next time?
That mindset shift changes everything.
Save this before your next vendor event + send it to a vendor friend 🤍
Do you agree/disagree? Drop your thoughts below.
