Are You Inviting Friends from All Your Circles to Your Event?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around the importance of inviting friends from various social circles to events, particularly in the context of host coaching for Pampered Chef shows. Participants share their experiences and seek wording suggestions for encouraging hosts to broaden their guest lists beyond familiar groups.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, emphasizes the need to invite friends from all social circles to avoid low attendance due to unforeseen events affecting one group.
  • Another participant shares their experience of providing hosts with a guest list template to encourage diverse invitations.
  • Several users mention the challenge of hosts only inviting people from one social group, leading to frustration when attendance is low.
  • One participant suggests that explaining the importance of diverse invitations can help hosts understand the value of including various groups.
  • Another participant provides a sample wording for invitations, highlighting the importance of not leaving anyone out.
  • One user notes that they have had success with hosts who fill out guest lists but still struggle with encouraging diversity in invitations.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on how to effectively communicate the importance of inviting from multiple social circles, with no clear consensus on the best approach to encourage hosts.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences from their host coaching sessions, reflecting on the challenges of engaging hosts and the strategies they have employed to encourage broader guest lists.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights on host coaching and strategies for encouraging diverse guest invitations may find this discussion beneficial.

dannyzmom
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I am looking to add something to my host coaching that talks about how important it is to invite friends from ALL you different social circles (ie: not jsut your church friends, not just your work friends, not just your neighborhood friends, etc) because I have seen time and time again when someone only invites the church ladies...then one church lady has a crisis and they ALL run to be by her side...and nodoby comes to the show. Or they only invite the moms from ballet...then suddenly there is a last minute event at the dance school and nodody shows up, kwim?
How do i word this?
 
Do you have the 40 guest in 40 minutes. You could help them to fill that out.

Let me see if I have it.
 
Ok well its 50 in 5
Here it is, maybe you could try this.
 

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chefkristin said:
Do you have the 40 guest in 40 minutes. You could help them to fill that out.

Let me see if I have it.
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I think I have that. I am not looking for something to walk them through - I am looking for concise wording I could use on say...a postcard, or a flyer to include in their packet ... ywim?
 
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"Please be sure to invite friends from ALL your social circles - this way if one group has a last minute ______(something??) you will still have a good number of friends able to attend..."
?????? something like that?
HELP???
 
How about this list?

I give both Guest List and 50 in 5 minutes to my host on colored paper.

I tell them if they fill up both papers for me and invite everyone, I will give them something from their wish list at their show, so I need the guest list two weeks before their show so that I can order the product in time to have to give to them

This has happen twice so far

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whiteyteresa said:
How about this list?

I give both Guest List and 50 in 5 minutes to my host on colored paper.

I tell them if they fill up both papers for me and invite everyone, I will give them something from their wish list at their show, so I need the guest list two weeks before their show so that I can order the product in time to have to give to them

This has happen twice so far

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I do this as well - but I need to get them to focus on the idea of inviting people from DIFFERENT social circles...
 
In my own opinion, you can't get more deverse (???) then these lists that were posted here. If you explain that each group is important and if you need more room for names in each group please add them to the back of the paper (this has happen once for me) they will see many different groups. You just need to say several times that not to forget about anyone, even if they don't cook because they will know someone else that does or maybe someone will have a special occasion that is coming up that they will need a unique gift idea and then I say let me know who that guest would be and I could talk to them personally to help them pick the right gift. Even if people don't cook or eat out all the time, they still could use something from PC because we have such a variety of products that anyone can use.

I get them excited about filling out the list before I leave them (I do all of my host coaching in person) I usually will have a great guest list, it just happens that so much is always going go and trying to get a hold of everyone before the show closes is hard.

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whiteyteresa said:
In my own opinion, you can't get more deverse (???) then these lists that were posted here. If you explain that each group is important and if you need more room for names in each group please add them to the back of the paper (this has happen once for me) they will see many different groups. You just need to say several times that not to forget about anyone, even if they don't cook because they will know someone else that does or maybe someone will have a special occasion that is coming up that they will need a unique gift idea and then I say let me know who that guest would be and I could talk to them personally to help them pick the right gift. Even if people don't cook or eat out all the time, they still could use something from PC because we have such a variety of products that anyone can use.

I get them excited about filling out the list before I leave them (I do all of my host coaching in person) I usually will have a great guest list, it just happens that so much is always going go and trying to get a hold of everyone before the show closes is hard.

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I understand and agree with what you are saying. Lately though, I am finding SO many hosts don't return my calls and won't meet for coaching in person -- so I am left to do most of my coaching via email and through postcards and flyers. That's hwy I need th ewording to point out to them why it is so important to invite from several social circles. I am finding with these non-communicative hosts that they are inviting their 20 church friends...or their 15 neighbors...and no matter what I do/say - they will not reach OUTSIDE of one group and it is getting totally frustrating. I just want to shake them!!
 
Well, I don't have any e-mail wording. Perhaps when you can actually talk to someone you can give a specific example of how inviting one group can be bad. "One host I know invited mostly people from her church but when there was an unexpected funeral, her guests couldn't come because they needed to serve. Inviting friends from a variety of places will prevent that problem."

Or "So many of the guests at my show have fun meeting friends from various groups. It's fun to meet someone's co-workers or that dance teacher or sibling you've heard your friend talk about. So make sure you invite a log of different people so it's more fun."

But, honestly, with your awesome show average, I don't think you need my advice.
 
WordingIt's time to invite your guests to your show and here's a smart rule to follow:
Don't leave anyone out! Be sure to invite friends and everyone you can think of that you may cross paths with in your life. Invite close friends, teachers, parents from your children's activities, parents from your toddler's play dates, neighbors, church friends, and co-workers! Anyone would love to be invited to a fun party where they will learn valuable tips and recipes to make their experience in the kitchen fun, easy and productive!! So start making your list and feel free to call me to help you brainstorm. Remember the key to a successful show is ATTENDANCE!!

Something like that!
Debbie :D
 
DebbieSAChef said:
It's time to invite your guests to your show and here's a smart rule to follow:
Don't leave anyone out! Be sure to invite friends and everyone you can think of that you may cross paths with in your life. Invite close friends, teachers, parents from your children's activities, parents from your toddler's play dates, neighbors, church friends, and co-workers! Anyone would love to be invited to a fun party where they will learn valuable tips and recipes to make their experience in the kitchen fun, easy and productive!! So start making your list and feel free to call me to help you brainstorm. Remember the key to a successful show is ATTENDANCE!!

Something like that!
Debbie :D
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Debbie, I like that! I have the same problem getting them to LISTEN when I coach them about invitations. I'm going to use your wording to follow up via e-mail with them after my initial Host Coaching.
 
DebbieSAChef said:
It's time to invite your guests to your show and here's a smart rule to follow:
Don't leave anyone out! Be sure to invite friends and everyone you can think of that you may cross paths with in your life. Invite close friends, teachers, parents from your children's activities, parents from your toddler's play dates, neighbors, church friends, and co-workers! Anyone would love to be invited to a fun party where they will learn valuable tips and recipes to make their experience in the kitchen fun, easy and productive!! So start making your list and feel free to call me to help you brainstorm. Remember the key to a successful show is ATTENDANCE!!

Something like that!
Debbie :D
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I really like that wording, too! I may have to use that!

Also, you could encourage your host to have her guests bring a friend (a friend that the host doesn't know). Give a prize for guests who bring friends.
 
Here's what I say:

"Wondering who to invite? If you invite people from only one group (church/work), an unexpected event can wipe out your entire guest list. Don't limit your invitations to just one crowd. . .mix up your list for better attendance."

The paragraph that follows gives a list of people they can invite.
 
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chefjeanine said:
Here's what I say:

"Wondering who to invite? If you invite people from only one group (church/work), an unexpected event can wipe out your entire guest list. Don't limit your invitations to just one crowd. . .mix up your list for better attendance."

The paragraph that follows gives a list of people they can invite.
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Jeanine!!!!!
This is EXACTLY what I was looking for - thank you SO much!!!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it important to invite friends from all my circles to my event?

Inviting friends from all your circles ensures a diverse group of attendees, which can lead to a more vibrant and engaging event. Different perspectives and experiences can enhance discussions, and a wider network increases the potential for sales and bookings.

How do I identify my different circles of friends?

Your circles can include friends from school, work, family, neighbors, and social groups. Consider where you spend your time and who you interact with regularly. Make a list of these groups to ensure you don’t miss anyone when sending out invitations.

What if I feel uncomfortable inviting certain friends?

It's natural to feel hesitant about inviting some friends, especially if you think they may not be interested. However, remember that people appreciate being included. You can frame your invitation in a casual way, emphasizing that it’s a fun gathering rather than a sales pitch.

How can I encourage my friends to bring their friends to the event?

Encourage your friends to bring their friends by creating a welcoming atmosphere and highlighting the fun aspects of the event. You can also offer incentives, such as a raffle or special prize for those who bring guests, which can motivate them to extend the invitation.

What if my event is virtual? Should I still invite friends from all my circles?

Absolutely! Virtual events can reach a wider audience since location is not a barrier. Inviting friends from all your circles can help create a lively online atmosphere and increase engagement, making the event more enjoyable for everyone involved.

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