The fact that event managers have it tough is a well-documented fact. They have one of the most stressful jobs, and could use all the help that they can get. Of course, using tools that help them increase the ROI from events and manage their meetings are available, and those bring down their overall stress levels greatly.
But while they are on the event floor, there are tools available that can make their life a lot easier. They are on their feet most of the time, always collecting and disseminating a lot of information, and constantly hungry. So we’ve put together a list of products that makes life easier for event folk.
1. Comfortable shoes that look good
Shoes are the foundation that you stand upon, and you spend a lot of your time at an event on your feet. Getting the right pair can improve your comfort by leaps and bounds, saving yourself from exhaustion and leaving you energized enough to turn the event into a great success. Events don’t really have a dress code, but comfortable sneakers are going to stand out sorely (especially in a B2B environment). And the thought that comfortable shoes look ugly is pretty outdated. There are some very comfortable shoes that look great, like these shoes by Cole Haan for men or these ones by Hudson for women , that are great choices to start with.
2. A sturdy water bottle
It is easy to ignore how thirsty you feel when you are caught up in the hustle of the event. You’ve already heard doctors, health bloggers and your mother proclaim the importance of staying hydrated – but maybe hearing it so many times has reduced the impact and the urgency of the message. Getting enough water into your system makes a world of difference to your energy, focus and drive to deliver the results that your company is expecting. So always have a bottle that you can take a quick swig from to replenish your minerals. We suggest that you skip the energy drinks and just stick to plain water. Get this sturdy flask to keep your water at the temperature that you desire, or this slim, flat bottle that fits flat into your laptop case.
3. A fitness tracker/smart watch
What’s the fun in being on your feet for so long if you don’t get to track and slap a number on it? When everything from event ROI to meeting successes are quantified, why not your physical activity? A fitness tracker is distraction free and is just focused on counting your steps and tracking your calories. A smartwatch can do that and more, including pushing notifications onto your wrist. This might come in handy while you are using a meeting management app for the event, and help you stay on top of any last minute changes and other updates. Apple fans, you know what watch to get. Android users can check this one from LG out.
4. A lightweight messenger bag
Everything has moved online, and there is very little use for papers at events. Even things like booking meetings have moved online! But brochures, datasheets and pamphlets still rule the roost when it comes to marketing and sales collaterals about the product. The success of the event depends on how much awareness you can spread about the product (and the subsequent conversions that it brings about), and these collaterals help get the word out. You are going to look harried clutching a stack of papers under your arm. So why don’t you slip all that into a light but sturdy messenger bag that holds all your collaterals? Check out this neat, fuss-free bag from Kenneth Cole. On a lighter note, it can also serve as a good place to stash all the goodies and giveaways from other booths.
5. A reliable power bank
You use your phone for a lot of things – recording conversations, managing meetings, taking calls from your vendors, updating social media and snapping pictures of booths for future inspiration. All that can put a serious hurting on your phone’s battery and let you down when you need it the most. Everyone knows to carry their phone to the event, but the need for a powerbank seems to be evident only in the worst possible time. So wise up and pick out this high-capacity power bank from Anker here.
