Goddamn it!

[Hell Puppy]

Originally Posted by rhetorical

So do you think it will make you more money than you spent?

I always do with a post-show surge that comes from either new business, new ideas, new relationships or in some cases money saved by finding a most cost effective vendor for something.

And I usually do that despite myself. I'm notorious for mostly sitting and listening, I dont try to sell anyone anything. I'm not a particularly good "hob knobber". It's just my personality, I'm way more introverted than the average pornomaster.. I actually dont network well. But i usually set one or two modest goals for a show, and I always accomplish them. Anything else is gravy.

[softball]

Originally Posted by Hell Puppy

I always do with a post-show surge that comes from either new business, new ideas, new relationships or in some cases money saved by finding a most cost effective vendor for something.

And I usually do that despite myself. I'm notorious for mostly sitting and listening, I dont try to sell anyone anything. I'm not a particularly good "hob knobber". It's just my personality, I'm way more introverted than the average pornomaster.. I actually dont network well. But i usually set one or two modest goals for a show, and I always accomplish them. Anything else is gravy.

That's cool. I just wanted to cut a swath through all this predictable post show love in stuff.

[Hell Puppy]

Originally Posted by rhetorical

That's cool. I just wanted to cut a swath through all this predictable post show love in stuff.

Yeah, and I agree with Toby on this one, it depends on what you're looking for to get out of it.

Some of these guys are going literally just looking for free drinks and a good time....ANY business is a bonus. Cybernet is one of the few shows that isn't really like that.

The demographic for this show was very interesting. The majority of the people there were over 30. There were virtually none of the GFY beer money crowd there. Most of the people who were there were clearly there looking to network, learn something and do some business.

I think the format serves this well. There were free drinks to be had....if you played where's Waldo with the bar sponsors....and a couple of big parties. But this was mostly business. It was also relatively cheap and could've easily been attended for maybe $700-800. Doesn't take much to earn that back.

[bluemoney]

Houston, We have an aggravated Beaver

I’m no “big shot” or “multi-bazillionaire” I just want to go and have fun, maybe meet a few folks I’ve gotten to know online and have some more fucking fun!

Because I love to have fucking fun!

I'm a fucking fun guy!

[softball]

Originally Posted by Hell Puppy

Yeah, and I agree with Toby on this one, it depends on what you're looking for to get out of it.

Some of these guys are going literally just looking for free drinks and a good time....ANY business is a bonus. Cybernet is one of the few shows that isn't really like that.

The demographic for this show was very interesting. The majority of the people there were over 30. There were virtually none of the GFY beer money crowd there. Most of the people who were there were clearly there looking to network, learn something and do some business.

I think the format serves this well. There were free drinks to be had....if you played where's Waldo with the bar sponsors....and a couple of big parties. But this was mostly business. It was also relatively cheap and could've easily been attended for maybe $700-800. Doesn't take much to earn that back.

Great post. That was the first time I have read something that actually makes me want to attend a conference. Thanks for that. I will make plans for next year.

[gonzo]

Originally Posted by rhetorical

Great post. That was the first time I have read something that actually makes me want to attend a conference. Thanks for that. I will make plans for next year.

I think you would have had a good time.

I know I would enjoy watching you meet JFK.

[softball]

Originally Posted by gonzo

I think you would have had a good time.

I know I would enjoy watching you meet JFK.

We have met. It ain't no big deal. I am just not one of his biggest fans. Damn I am getting mellow in my dotage.

[LAJ]

Originally Posted by Hell Puppy

The demographic for this show was very interesting. The majority of the people there were over 30. There were virtually none of the GFY beer money crowd there. Most of the people who were there were clearly there looking to network, learn something and do some business.

I think the format serves this well. There were free drinks to be had....if you played where's Waldo with the bar sponsors....and a couple of big parties. But this was mostly business. It was also relatively cheap and could've easily been attended for maybe $700-800. Doesn't take much to earn that back.

BINGO!

[Toby]

Originally Posted by Hell Puppy

...I'm notorious for mostly sitting and listening, I dont try to sell anyone anything. I'm not a particularly good "hob knobber". It's just my personality, I'm way more introverted than the average pornomaster.. I actually dont network well...

HEY! I resemble that remark!