Knowledge you can apply is a key to making more money. As I go through these examples, let me strongly suggest, that if you take two giant steps back for perspective, these could apply to YOU and YOUR location(s)!
Let's start by sharing the words of Ross Kinzler, from the Wisconsin Housing Alliance.
Then, lets layer in the following quote from Andy Gallagher, WVHI.
"This year’s event was a dynamic performance with a pantheon of excellent speakers, covering topics critical to the industry; an expanded floor show.jpg)
with the latest models on display; and a handsome group of service and supply representatives on hand with their banter, wit and stockpile of knowledge."
– See Andy's full article at : http://www.mhmarketingsalesmanagement.com/blogs/industryvoices/#sthash.NluqUOIq.dpuf
Then think about these thoughts from an MHC operations manager, Ted Gross:
"Tony, Just wanted to leave a quick note about the educational seminar you spoke at regarding “Modern Marketing.” I brought a few community managers along for your presentation…it was a real eye opener for them and me."
– See more at: http://www.mhmarketingsalesmanagement.com/blogs/industryvoices/#sthash.NluqUOIq.dpuf
Are you beginning to see a pattern developing here?
If not, let's try another quote on why going to a trade show or educational event is a great idea for your business! This from a fellow who admits he missed a few years of going to a show:
"…I was wrong! It was not only interesting it was incredibly inspiring and eye-opening. At this time, our industry is undergoing tremendous tumult and
change. Change does not have to mean impending disaster. Sometimes it takes rubbing elbows with our industry’s leaders – those on the front line – to better understand the opportunities that exist, the places where we need soldiers in the gaps (Washington DC,) and how to not just survive but thrive in the coming decades.
I probably received more education at Louisville in two days than I did in my first six months in my current position."
This one is near and dear to us, some of you at Tunica last year or Louisville this year saw this first hand; and yes, this IS an educational and inspiring example!
The photo and comments are courtesy of Gina Beasley, Tennessee Regional Manager and Ast. VP of Sales for UMH Properties.
Gina wrote in part: “Wow Tony, gotta to tell you how much I enjoyed seeing your son, he is absolutely adorable! Check out the picture of him handing out your business card to Chet Kearney, Chris Lindsey's assistant. So sweet and the fruit don't fall far from the tree!!!”
– See more at: https://www.manufacturedhomepronews.com/cuttingedgemarketingsales/#sthash.1VA1XLrK.dpuf
No one knows trade shows in manufactured housing better than Dennis Hill! Here is what he wrote, and these comments were being shared with permission. Dennis began by talking about the growth in attendance, thanks us and then shares this chart.
"…In addition, we would like to complement you on the phenomenal job you did in managing the seminar programming. The seminarswere well attended and well received by everyone who attended the show and went to the seminars."
– See more at: http://www.mhmarketingsalesmanagement.com/blogs/industryvoices/#sthash.hUjCKiFN.dpuf.png)
Now, let me wrap up all these comments, and many, many more we have had like them, and say that without a doubt, the lessons these and other pros learned apply to YOU.
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An upbeat attitude can be both taught and caught. A good Attitude will boost performance, especially when combined with facts and processes that support success.
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Be it the rapidly approaching Tunica Manufactured Housing Show, or April's MHI/NCC Congress and Expo, you will find that the modest investment and time and cost will reward you greatly!
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Do whatever good steps that it takes NOW to be at BOTH of these upcoming events! Why? Look at what the folks above and so many more had to say!
Joe Kelly said this a couple of years ago, shared with permission:
“Tony,If we're going to talk special, you're it. Your unabashed enthusiasm was really contagious. Your belief in and knowledge of the industry is profound. You have a unique manner of bringing people together.
You were responsible for most of our programming this year. We've had great meetings in the past. However, this meeting will be hard to beat in that the perfect speakers were found for the precise topics we needed to hear…”
Joe Kelly
Iowa Manufactured Housing Association
Want the secret? Want to know how to grow? Let me tell you my secret. We read! We go to meetings! Yes, I present and share at many of these events, but not all. I go to learn, and every single time I do learn, and you and your team can too!
Want to grow in 2014, in spite of the hurdles? Sure you do. Then make the time and treasure investment in yourself, your team and your location(s) to attend these two spring events, Tunica and Congress and Expo. I go to both every year, along with others, about 8 events a year in all.
I never regret a single trip to go to a trade show, educational meeting or event. When Joe Kelly says, "Your belief in and knowledge of the industry is profound." keep in mind, we can all learn when we make the DECISION to do so.
When we decide to turn lemons into lemonade, of course you too will find what Joe said could apply to YOU: "Your unabashed enthusiasm was really contagious." Then YOU can be the spark plug for YOUR organization or location.
Please come to these events. For your sake, for the sake of your team and operation. If you do, please swing by and say hi. ##
L. A. 'Tony' Kovach
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