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What’s in a Consumer’s Mind During Trade Shows

April 15, 2009 by  
Filed under Destinations

As a consumer like me I always want to get the best product on each purchase I have. I am fond of attending craft fairs as these are great venues where I can source cheap and useful finds. Craft fairs are the place where I find unique curios that are ideal for giving away as presents. I usually keep some of the things I buy and others I wrap and give as presents.

Being a consumer there are guidelines that I have in choosing the right kind of crafts. There are wide options to choose from and it can be a bit confusing and overwhelming at first. Having a planned idea before leaving home saves me from making unwanted purchases or impulse buys in the first place. Before coming to craft fairs I already have a detailed plan on what to buy and what not to buy.

Firstly, I look for quality products. For me, quality means a reasonable price tag for a product. I really dont mind spending more on an item which I deemed has the better or the best quality among its contemporaries.

Second, I must admit that having a good relationship with the seller is an important factor for me. There are times that I was able to buy stuff only because the seller was very accommodating and courteous all the time. She provided me with excellent information about the product and her way of dealing with respect ultimately had me to buy one of her products. It is true that hospitality can win you customers. A conscientious and honest business person can sure gain many customers from her good attitude.

These are mostly the things that consumers like me look for in trade shows. This may be helpful for people who are thinking of establishing a business in the craft fairs industry.

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