Boost Your Hostess Rewards with a Book Party: Learn How!

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the concept of a book party, specifically a mystery hostess catalog party, where participants collect orders to qualify for hostess rewards. Various participants share their experiences and thoughts on how to organize such events, the potential benefits, and logistical considerations.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, describes a book party where participants collect orders to enter a drawing for hostess rewards.
  • Another participant shares their experience of successfully conducting a mystery hostess catalog party, detailing the rewards distribution among participants.
  • Several users express enthusiasm for the idea, suggesting it could be beneficial for their higher show hosts and preferred customers.
  • One participant raises questions about how to handle receipts and whether all hostess benefits go to one person.
  • Another participant notes that splitting the show could lower the percentage off achieved with higher total sales.
  • One participant mentions the challenge of getting enough participants, sharing their experience of a previous event with some dropouts but still achieving good sales.
  • Another participant inquires about using older catalogs and the ability to place supply orders while inactive.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the logistics of managing the hostess benefits and how to handle co-hosting, with some participants suggesting splitting benefits while others clarify that co-hosts are not allowed in a catalog show.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and ideas related to organizing book parties, highlighting various strategies and outcomes without implying any official guidance.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in exploring new party formats and strategies for increasing sales through book parties may find the shared experiences and ideas beneficial.

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I was at a Partylite party last Friday, and heard a lady stating that her PC consultant called her and asked her to do a book party where she would pass along the catalogs, get orders and then she would be in a drawing for the hostess products?

She was saying someting about all she had to get was 10 orders, and there were another 9 girls participating in this program also. She mentioned that each girl participating in this program would have to get at least each person in her group to order at least 10.00. And if each girl got 10 orders at 10.00 per order that would be considered a 1,000 party and then girls participating in this would be put in a drawing for the hostess rewards.

Do you understand this? I hope I did not confuse anyone. I just didn't want to come right out and ask this person what she was actually doing.

Thank you,

Cheryl
 
This is under the files section- search $1000 catalog show. You call people and ask them to collect $100 in orders each. Once you have 10 people that will collect $100 in orders you will have $1000 when they come through. You do a drawing of the 10 order collectors for the host benefits of $1000 show.
 
It's a mystery hostess catalog party. If you have 10 people participate and they each collect $100 in orders then you enter each of their names into a drawing and give away the host benifits. I just did one last month, they collected $1000+. So one person won the $200 in free products, 4 people got 1/2 priced items, and someone got 2 pieces of stoneware at 60% off then I told everyone they could get 30% off their personal order. The show closed at just over $1200.

hope that helps
 
you guys rock. you really cleared this up, and I think I understand now.

Looks like I have something else to try now.
 
I love this idea! Could one person also win the 10% phd for the next year?
Also, how would you give receipts out? All the hostess benefits are under one person right?
 
I love this idea. Maybe I can use this for my higher show hosts and preferred customers... :D
 
SnowChef said:
I love this idea! Could one person also win the 10% phd for the next year?
Also, how would you give receipts out? All the hostess benefits are under one person right?
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It would have to be the same person that won the hostess benefits. Unless you had co-hosts which I am not really sure about how that works.
 
You can't have a co-host on a catalog show, but you could split it into 2 shows to split benefits.
 
The only drawback to splitting the show is that you lower the % off that you achieve with the higher total sales right?
 
I'm doing this in March. Just sent an email to 17 people cuz I know some won't participate.
 
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Is there a flyer for this?

cheryl
 
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I don't know what happened to my last post, but can I use the fall/winter 2006 catalogs? If not, can I order them from Pampered chef. I am inactive though right now.

Cheryl
 
Cheryl, You can still place supply orders while inactive. You just can't order any of the products that we get at a discount on supply orders. All of the paperwork can still be ordered. You can submit it through PP or through the mail like an active consultant would. Hope this helps!
 
Trying again...

Here's what I used. The original was posted by Amanda (pamperedalf) and I edited it.
 

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Is there a catalog flyer for the relay for life catalog show? I met a physician who is a breast oncologist, and thought this might be easier to promote a catalog show at her office.

Thanks,

Cheryl
 
I have heard of this as a Mega Catalog show as well. You may be calling it a catalog show but you can put in your computer as a cooking show and either do it as a co-host or just split the items. I usually give the 10% off to the person I put the show under and you could split the free products in two $100 for each person and then give the half price to 2 or more. I have found I have more loyal customers after they win things.

If you have people in mind, you could call them but sometimes I also send a mass e-mail out to get people to participate in things. If I don't get many takers then it is just a smaller show.
 
How does this work with bookings? Is there any way to give a person booking credit? I can't figure out how to do that.

I need her to stick with my mystery show I've got going right now, but if she can't get her booking credit, she may want to put it in as her own catalog show. ??? any suggestions?
 
I did this in November and had 9 people participate. I didn't invite more than 15 people to do it. My fault. 3 of them dropped out saying they either didn't have time or no one was interested in buying anything. The six guests I did have doing it did great. The show still went over $800. I thinks its a great way to get sales, but I did not get any bookings.
 
How cute. I think I'll do this in April.
Has anyone ever done two at a time? One for past host and one for P. customers?
Just thinking,
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Book Party in Pampered Chef?

A Book Party is a type of virtual party where hosts gather orders from friends and family over a set period, typically through a catalog or online platform. This allows hosts to earn rewards based on the total sales generated from the orders collected.

How can I boost my hostess rewards with a Book Party?

You can boost your hostess rewards by encouraging more guests to participate, promoting the party through social media, and offering incentives for guests to place larger orders. Additionally, sharing recipes and cooking tips can engage guests and increase sales.

What are the benefits of hosting a Book Party?

Hosting a Book Party allows you to earn free products, discounts, and exclusive items based on the sales generated. It also provides a flexible way to host a party without the need for a physical gathering, making it easier for busy hosts and guests.

How do I promote my Book Party effectively?

To promote your Book Party effectively, use social media platforms to share event details, create engaging posts about the products, and send personalized invitations to friends and family. Consider hosting a virtual cooking demonstration to showcase Pampered Chef products in action.

What types of products are popular in a Book Party?

Popular products in a Book Party often include kitchen tools, cookware, and bakeware. Items that are versatile, easy to use, and come with recipes tend to attract more interest. Highlighting seasonal products or bestsellers can also boost sales during the party.

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