Reminder Calls for Open House...how Soon???

[HH_04]

I am having an grand opening on Sat and I was wondering how soon should I start the reminder calls. I have approx 80 or so phone calls to make. Any other grand opening advice would be appreciated.

 

[KellyTheChef]

With that many calls, I would say today would not be too soon. Really...it's just to remind them so they don't forget it is THIS Saturday, so that will work!

 

[chefjeanine]

If you don't work outside of the house, I recommend starting your calling at about 10:00 a.m. I make reminder calls for all my hosts and know that it goes much quicker when you get an answering machine than when you get a person. Just make sure you know (write it down) what you are going to say (to a machine or a person) when you call. It will probably take you about two hours to make your calls.

If you are at home, I'd make the calls the day before your party. If you are limited on when you can call, you might want to take two days (evenings) instead of one.

 

[babywings76]

I would start making the calls today, it's not too early and that's a big list! When people say they can't come, let them know that you're just starting out and that you are looking for people to host some shows to help you get your business going. See if they would be interested in either hosting a live cooking show or offer catalog shows for people who say they are too busy. Also, if they can't come, offer to show them a catalog and maybe they'll place an outside order. For those who say they can come, you can also tell them you'll give them a free gift if they bring a friend or an outside order to the show.

 

[KellyTheChef]

Good points Amanda!