Set flexible appointments. When making appointments to see an exhibitor, use a time range rather than a specific hour. And knowing you have a little extra time to make your appointment will reduce your stress level if you are caught in traffic. Make meals productive. Don't dine alone.
Meals are perfect settings for more detailed discussions with a networking partner or exhibitor.
The shows are so hectic that an 11 a.m. appointment might tie someone up unexpectedly through the lunch hour. You are likely to be more relaxed and open to conversation during those hours. Select your seminars carefully. Making that decision can be quite a challenge, particularly if seminars are held concurrently with live floor hours. Every hour you spend away from the floor represents a host of lost opportunities.