More Than A Few Words

You’d think donuts and beer would be an easy sell. I mean, carbs and craft brews, what’s not to love? That’s exactly what Billy Sammons thought when he planned a beer and bakery pairing event. Creative, fun, and honestly, delicious. There was just one small problem. No one came. Billy knows referral marketing inside and out, which made this flop even more memorable. Because when a great idea falls flat, there’s always something to learn if you’re willing to look. And there definitely was. Takeaways: • A great idea still needs an invitation You can’t just open the doors and hope people wander in. Even the tastiest event needs consistent promotion and personal outreach. • Don’t keep all the donuts to yourself Billy partnered with a brewery and a bakery, but didn’t tap into their audiences. Big miss. When you collaborate, you share the spotlight and the guest list. • Give them more than a sugar rush One activity sounds fun, but a few extra vendors or experiences turn curiosity into commitment. More to do means m