What is shows: Definition and 200 Discussions

Hello everyone! Since I'm currently working half days on Friday at my job during the summer, I've decided to do some lunchtime shows at my hosts' work place, to help boost their sales. I definately intend to use the Cool & Serve Tray, but I'm also looking for some recipe ideas. Thanks!

I've been in a show rut for the past four months. I know what some of my problems are, it's just that with two small children at home, it's hard to stay on top of things. I have just cleared my calendar for every Tuesday night to make phone calls, and I hope that will help. Do ya'll have any...

Heads up everyone! I closed out a catalog show last night that had 8 online orders. #1-#5, #7 & #8 all came to my e-mail. Neither the host nor myself received a notification about #6! It was sitting there on the online show list, and transferred into P3, but no e-mail notification. If I...

Heads up ladies! I closed out a catalog show last night that had 8 online orders. #1-#5, #7 & #8 all came to my e-mail. Neither the host nor myself received a notification about #6! It was sitting there on the online show list, and transferred into P3, but no e-mail notification. If I...

I just received this from my director...but it came down through the Chris Manion line- so I'm sure some of you have probably seen this. But I didn't see it posted yet, so here you go! It's packed full of some great information. I've not read all of it yet...but plan on it!!

What do you do to have fun shows? I believe hosts book because of an informative and fun show. I do a lot of theme shows and throw some games that are geared towards the theme ("guess your age in chocolate" for a chocolate party) (while keeping the focus on the products and cooking tips). I...

The first few shows I didn't print receipts for everyone. I just printed a receipt for people who didn't get a copy from the carbon receipts. Then I did a fundraiser and I had a lot of outside orders so I just printed receipts for the chair to give out to everyone. It seemed easier then...

Hi, I became a consultant in April and have only had one show, and that one show was me acting as the host (Grand Opening Show). I really need some tips on how to book more shows. Unfortunately, I do not know a lot of people. I really enjoy Pampered Chef products and strongly believe in them. I...

HEllo everyone, I am looking for ideas for an interactive cooking show...a pink party. Which recipe would you have the guests make together? The hostess is very excited about having pink food and pink drinks. Any input appreciated. Thanks Diane

I was wondering if any of you are thinking about curbing the distance you now travel to shows due to the increase in gas prices...alot of my shows tend to be at least 45-60 min away and I am still going to do them, but I'm thinking of suggesting a host minimum for attendance or outside orders.

what is the policy concerning uploading videos online: -cooking shows -product demos, etc just wondering. there are lots on youtube

Hi folks! My May is filling up nicely, but since I started selling last summer I did not get to earn the pink apron, and feel like it would really make my May shows "pop"! Does anyone have one they would sell me? I can't spend the $50 - $60 plus shipping they are going for on ebay, but am...

I have a lady throwing a Cinco de Mayo show. I'm looking for ideas for an invitations and what to make at the show. Any thoughts?Thanks!

I was thinking of trying to come up with a little flyer that says something about Helping out the Big Lady or the Baby's Mama or something cute...basically that says anyone want to help and have a catalog show while I'm out with the baby?? I'm due at the end of July and really want to get some...

I'm so spoiled being 40 minutes from the home office, so orders get to me in a day or so from being shipped. I have a catalog/online show host in Colorado who would love her stuff by the 13th. Anyone in Colorado? How long do orders take to get there?? I'm not sure when she would need to...

Smart Cart I have used this company before and this is where I got my lap boards from. I like the cart

Almost every show I have had since the beginning of the year has at least 1 or 2 guests who "take the catalog home to show _______" and then don't order! I used to get one or two of these a month (out of maybe 10 shows), but i am getting a RASH of them now! So frustrating! I have done NOTHING...

Does anyone have some good Mystery Host Letters/Fliers. I have a new consultant that will be having one & all the fliers I had in my computer have seemed to disappeared. I'm looking for an invite, ways to earn tickets, & or what is raffled off. Thank you in advance!:chef:

I have a question about full-service check out... I've been doing well at my shows but have run into something at my last 2 shows that I've never encountered before and wondered what you would do... And I know this is unique and not the norm, but again, just wondering... On Saturday, I...

I am thinking about starting a monthly cooking club and was wondering if anyone else does one? If so how do you go about yours? Thanks for any information.:)

I'm in the process of starting a gourmet dog bakery & looking for places to market. Where are some good places to find pet shows/expos & craft shows? I'm also looking for places similar to etsy to list my products. Thanks in advance everyone. I'm super excited about this new adventure (& for...

Below is a message from my NExec and from Kathy Yellets. I've had 4 consultants in my org tell me this same thing today. It would ROYALLY stink if HO holds hard and fast to their rule and people miss out with no knowledge that anything was wrong. "I've had two directors tell me this....I'll...

So I previously posted that I inherited a bunch of shows form someone well, 3 of them have cancelled and 1 rescheduled. So frustrating, but what am I complaining about at least I got them in the first place.

I want to do a fully interactive show tonight. (I've been challenged to try one out. ;) ) I've done some slightly interactive shows before, so I knew how to combine letting people browse the catalog and talk about things as certain steps of the recipe were getting done by more or others. But...

I have someone who is very interested in joining, however she is very shy. She would like to only do catalog shows to start. I have been seaching the files and founds some wonderful letters to send to catalog host-Thank you to those who have written them. I am looking for any other type of help...

I am wondering what others do with referrals for shows. Do you give an incentive and, if so, what? Thanks.

Ok, so I know this is a silly way to feel, but I am actually afraid to go from using DCB (and sometimes the large bar pan) primarily at my shows. However.. I am inspired by the new products and the idea that I can just take my one big tote, with 12 items, to do some of the shows suggested in...

Can someone share with me for future shows, how the customer attains or I attain the number for guests to use to place orders online for the Hostesses Party? TIA!

Someone on another thread commented about not wearing jeans for shows. I wondered, what DO people wear to shows? I wear all sorts of things, depending on weather, time of day, time of year. - Sweater (plain crewneck or vneck) or polo - Jeans or khakis - pants in the winter, capris or...

OK everyone! Just wondering and starting to think ahead to new March shows. I know that not all of you have been to SL but I was wondering what type of theme shows you would offer for the Spring? Any ideas would be great :) Thanks so much!!!! -Kristin