COMMON SENSE STUFF ( the stuff that should be obvious, but apparently isn't)
- Take a shower daily, preferably the morning of the con. Use deodorant and some kind of cologne, perfume or body spray (nothing too strong). Wear clean comfortable clothes that breathe. A stinky con attendee is a friend to no one.
- Wear comfortable shoes. You will be standing alot. Gene Simmons-esqe demon boots may look cool but can you stand in them for hours on end?
- Bring plenty of pens that work. If you want something signed that has a dark cover, get a silver, gold or white gel pen. Don't expect the pros to automatically have pens.
- Bring snacks. Con concession food is ridiculously priced and your blood sugar will get low. Trust me, if you pass out, people may help you but I wouldn't count on them giving up their place in line to do it. This is especially true for diabetics.
- Be careful how much you drink. Bathrooms are few and far between and quickly become toxic waste dumps. And no one will hold your place in line while you go pee. That big gulp could take you from 5th in line to 500th in a heartbeat.
- Bring a bag that you can carry your swag in that can be slung over your shoulder or back. Don't be that guy with the hand truck and the multiple plastic totes full of books to be signed. We hate that guy.
- Above all, be patient and be polite. Losing your temper and creating a scene will just get you kicked out of the con. Treat others BETTER than you would want to be treated and they will usually respond in kind. Especially the pros. Be polite, be grateful and don't waste their time. This is a vacation for you, but they are at work. Treat them professionally and they will treat you the same.
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