New State, New Job, New House, New Baby...

[ChrisChef]

Hi Everyone! I was just introduced to this website, but it sure looks like a great place to hang out. We just relocated to a new state, changed jobs, bought a house, and found out we're having our first baby (that was last week). Anyone got any tips for meeting all the strangers around me? So far, I just know my realtor. Co-workers are off limits. My director hooked me up with a hospitality director and they seem like a great group. I'm just not sure where to start!

 

[KellyTheChef]

Oh my goodness! I think that is about EVERY major life changing event all at once!

I know this would be tough (for me anyways...) but keep mini-catalogs, business cards, etc with you at all times. When you meet someone (at the bank, grocery store, WalMart, whatever) introduce yourself and TELL them you are re-locating your business and could "use their help" I think many people are more apt to do a show in order to help you out...even if they normally would say no. Make sure you get their information so you can follow up with them! Oh, another thought...keep Host Packets already made up with you to give to them? Know your next two available dates? Does your realtor know of some new neighborhoods that you could visit...I am thinking someone in a new home may want to host a show to "show off" their new place to family and friends.

Sorry I am rambling, just thinking off the top of my head!
Good luck!

 

[KellyTheChef]

BTW, I never said Congratulations!!!

 

[jenniferknapp]

Wow, congratulations and welcome!!! Introduce yourself with everyone you meet, of course mentioning your business!

 

[Pampered_Marcia]

Congratulations on your new everything! Are you a brand new consultant as well? You deserve some applause for going through so many changes all at once!

I would definately start in your neighborhood. Go door to door, hold an open house and invite them over! When I was in almost the same situation as you, I chased the pregnant neighborlady when she was on a walk! : )

Your new mommy status will help as well. Places to meet people: you will be at the dr's office on a regular basis, birthing/parenting classes, mom groups (MOMS Club, MOPS, etc).

I'm sure you will get lots of suggestions and advice! Best of luck to you!

 

[jenniferknapp]

Also, you said "Co-workers are off limits" .....is that just your co-workers? What about your husbands co-workers?

 

[ChrisChef]

Wow, thanks for all of the quick responses and congrats. Yes, I'm new to TPC, just signed up in December. We didn't know about the move then, and we didn't know about the baby until the move was in progress. So far, I've noticed the lady at the grocery store was wearing a pink ribbon on her lapel, and there is a gal that walks her dog by the house each evening. I could start by chasing them down! Thanks for all of the suggestions!

 

[jenniferknapp]

Definitely! I would invest in my PC logo clothing if you have the finances...and the biggest thing could be the catalog tote. Not sure if you have seen it, but it is a tote (I will use it as a purse the days that I go to the grocery store or run errands) ...and it has a clear plastic pocket in the front for a catalog...perfectly great advertising right there!Also, you can get decals for your car....might not be a bad idea!

 

[mommyhugz1978]

I would invest in going to your loacl newspaper and finding out how much it would cost to put an ad in about your business.... You can use Ad generator through Merril.... check with the local chamber and find out about fairs, etc...... do yo u know anyone in the twon that you live in? CONGRATS!!

 

[Miss Cori]

Make little baggies with brownies or cookies. A mini catalog and business card and if you feel really generous a small (by that I mean cheap) gift. Good Luck with all your new stuff! Definately Update us and WELCOME!!

 

[pamperedharriet]

Congratulations and welcome! You have received lots of great tips so far!

 

[Jennie4PC]

congrats on everyhting new in your life. Talk to your realator and see if she would like to host a show. It was because of my realator that I started PC she told me she would host a show for me, my 1st month was March and we moved in April. I also did a booth and that helped me out tons. I would also try doing an open house.

 

[dannyzmom]

What state are you in?

 

[PCGINA]

Flyers!!! Post office, stores, laundry mats, shcools, Dr. offices, church, daycare, school bus driver, neighborhood bulletin board, your car, send one with hubby, your mail person, relatives and ALL of the new frineds you are goinf to make...

WELCOME to our little world...

 

[mommyhugz1978]

Trust me... it really works too!!!