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What is calls: Definition and 200 Discussions

  1. T

    Help Natasha Make Bookings: Struggling With Self Confidence & Phone Calls

    Hi Everyone. Boy it has been a while since I've posted anything. I have been in a real slump as far as Business goes. I am 51/2 months pregnant and I have had an AWFUL time with nausea and fatigue etc... anyways....moving on. In an attempt to get going again I did a fare with another girl...
  2. C

    Boost Your Show Bookings with Strategic Phone Calls - Expert Tips

    Ok, so I have run out of people every which direction. I did about 20 things on the 118 ways to get bookings, and nothing is going. I have called past guests, hosts, etc, but no one is taking the bait. Have you ever tried calling Beauty Salons and asking to place catalogs there? If so, how...
  3. melindag

    Did Morning After Calls Really Help Boost My Direct Sales Business?

    :) ok! I'm a believer now! Morning After Calls (MAC) really work! I've been reading on all the loops, and listening to more than one tape that has talked about them...and I've never been a great telephone person anyway...the procrastinator in me always finds a reason to not make those calls...
  4. dannyzmom

    Need a Phone Script for Reminder Calls?

    I am going to be making reminder calls for my Thursday night's hostess (55 invitations sent out) and am looking for a phone script if anyone has... Like, Hi, this is Carolyn from TPC, I am the consultant doing the demo at Beth's cooking show on Thursday..I am just calling to...." anyone??
  5. PoseyMom

    Why Do Friends Sometimes Fail to Support Our New Business Ventures?

    When I first decided to be a PC consultant, one of my friends on the base said she would do my first cooking show. So it would be low- stress plus I know she has a handful of friends that would come and order (5-6) so it would be a good starting show as well, i figured. Well now I called her...
  6. I

    Easing Phone Jitters: A Different Way of Making Calls

    I didn't have phone jitters tonight (last night actually), but had to run an errand at around 7 p.m. and it was cutting in to my phone time. I didn't want to get back and still have calls to make. So I have my hands free set (which I always use anyway) and printed out from my Action list on...
  7. speedychef

    Why I Hate Customer Care Calls...

    For the most part, I really don't mind. I enjoy re-connecting with the customers and most of them seem like they really don't mind hearing from me. But then there are those... One woman I called this evening-her husband answered. When I told him who I was, he told me he was on the other...
  8. P

    Should I Make Customer Care Calls Before Conference?

    Hi, I'm going to Conference later this week and know I'm going to learn a lot. The question I have is, should I make Customer Care calls before I leave? My bookings aren't very good for July and August and I should make calls before I leave, but what if I learn a new technique or approach...
  9. heat123

    How can I overcome my phone phobia and make successful CC calls for booking?

    Hi to those of you who do well with CC calling for booking- I know I have read and pulled about two general scripts and printed them out for CC Calls from this site but I was just wanting input and help on what you say that comes naturally to your verbage (not reading a script) when you are...
  10. L

    Overcoming Phone Fear: Tips to Make Calls Less Intimidating

    What is your best tip for overcoming phone fear - I really need to get on the phone, make some customer care calls and get some shows booked, but I so so hate the phone. So any suggestions to make it seem less painful, less intimidating, whatever would be greatly appreciated!!!!
  11. J

    Maximizing Customer Satisfaction with Strategic Out of the Box Calls

    I read something about out of the box calls and I was wondering about specifics. How long after a customer receives their order do you call? What exactly do you cover in the call?
  12. B

    Stuck in a Circle: Unanswered Phone Calls and Unclosed Sales

    So I had a show back in April. The host won a free cooking show, well after she rescheduled once she finally had her show. So at the end of the show her sales are at $143. I call her the next week, and so on, she never returned my phone calls!!!!! So on Friday I called the past host (who works...
  13. M

    Are You Tracking Your Customer Care Calls?

    How do you track calls you've made for customer care. Is there a log? or has anyone made their own log for that? Is there something in PP for that????:confused:
  14. L

    Should I Keep Trying to Schedule Shows with My Jewelry-Selling Neighbor?

    I have a neighbor/friend who sells jewelry - we agreed to trade shows a few months ago. I've called about 4 times since then to try to actually get the shows scheduled, but she is never there. Tonight I called and her husband said she was in the tub - but no return call. She did call here...
  15. P

    Unlocking Success: The 3 Essential Calls for Host Coaching

    What are the 3 calls when coaching a host and what do you go over on those 3 calls?
  16. P

    Optimizing Your Phone Calls: Finding the Best Time to Connect with Success!

    When is the best time to make phone calls? I usually do them at night from 7p-8p, but I usually resent it. I want to be with my family or watch my favorite programs. Does anyone have any success making phone calls in the morning or afternoon?
  17. P

    Customer Care Calls From a Year Ago

    Hi, Last year was my first year selling PC and I hardly did customer care calls. I didn't think it was necessary. Boy, was I wrong! For 2006, this is now a goal of mine and certain days I do better than others. Does anyone have a suggestion for how to call people from a many months ago...
  18. GourmetGirl

    What is the Impact of the 5 Calls for 21 Days Challenge on Business Growth?

    So, my director challenged us to the 5 calls for 21 Days challenge at our last cluster meeting and I love it! I am only at day 6 and already have gotten 1 definate booking and a possible booking as well as some new customers! As I am in my SS1 and don't have too many bookings in the future...
  19. P

    Host Coaching Calls Before a Show: A Timetable

    Does anyone have a timeline sheet for your 3 host coaching calls before a show? Like when to mail the host packet, when to call etc?
  20. B

    Maximizing Post-Show Communication: Finding the Right Balance | Consultant Tips

    I know it is important to stay in touch with a host before a show, but how about after the show, before the closing of the show? I understand the concept of the morning after calls and I think it's a wonderful idea, but should a consultant continue to call, asking about outside orders up until...
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