Creating a Booking Tree? Need a Template? Ask Here!

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around the creation and use of booking trees among Pampered Chef consultants. Participants share their experiences, ideas, and creative solutions for designing booking trees and the materials used for them.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, is seeking a template for booking cards to use on a booking tree.
  • Another participant shares their experience of using a photo tree purchased from a store, detailing how they display available booking dates and incentives for bookings.
  • Several users express enthusiasm for the photo tree idea and plan to implement it at their events.
  • One participant mentions creating a unique booking tree using a stainless steel bucket and decorative elements, which has been effective at fairs.
  • Another participant highlights the effectiveness of Julie Weitz's booking tree design and shares their positive experience with it.
  • Some participants discuss alternative ideas for booking incentives, such as using flower seed packets with dates and prizes attached.
  • One participant notes that they have printed party cards on colored stock paper for a visually appealing display.
  • Another participant describes their experience of creating a booking tree at a pottery painting place, emphasizing the artistic aspect of the project.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best materials and designs for booking trees, with no clear consensus on a single approach. Participants share a variety of personal experiences and preferences.

Contextual Notes

Participants are primarily consultants sharing personal experiences and creative ideas related to booking trees, with a focus on enhancing their booking strategies at events.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for innovative ideas and inspiration for creating booking trees and managing bookings at their events may find this discussion beneficial.

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I am trying to put together a booking tree and wondered if anyone has a template for the booking cards to put on the tree before I go ahead and create something from scratch. I looked in the files and didn't see anything. Any help would be greatly appreciated as I'm just starting out and need to get bookings! Thanks!!:D:D
 
What I do is so simple. 1) purchase a photo tree from someplace like Dollartree. Mine is a cute pink "tree" that has flowers for the part that holds your cards (photos). 2) I just take index cards, write my next "open and available" dates usually within the next 2 weeks. I usually list around 4 or 5 different cards. On each card at the bottom I list a prize I will give away if they book that particular date. Usually something inexpensive like a mini spatula. The closer the date is the larger the product I might give away. Funny thing is: people like the tree but that date might not work for them but they still book maybe even a few days after what I'm offering. Been working VERY well for me!!! I have them take the card that they are interested in booking, have them fill out the back of the card with their info (name, email, phone #) and hand it back to me. They NEVER have to see my messy calendar and any of my personal appointments!
 
I love that idea! I think I will try that at my open house and at my next few shows.
 
I got the idea at Leadership and have been pretty faithful with using it too!
 
I searched high and low for a photo tree and no one carries one. So, I came up with my own invention. I purchased a stainless steel bucket in the flower department, filled with cat litter, covered with moss, and stuck the outdoor sticks inside. I then took dowels and taped flower shaped sticky notes on the ends with the available dates. I used an old catalog to cut out the items I wanted to give them. It's very cute. I've been using it at the fair with me. I booked 6 at my last fair for July!
 
Julie Weitz has good ones I cant find the file on this computer must be on my laptop which is away for the weekend with DS. Anybody out there have it????
 
Julie - i lOVE that idea and i have ben trying to figure out a way todisplay the party sticks too!! Thanks
Gina
 
Julie Wietz's tree is the best I've seen. I doubt you will be able to find it anywhere but her web site. I just purchased mine from her. I believe it was $24 something with shipping...but I like the way it works the card holders move up and down and you can move them around alot...I'm positive I will make my $24 back off my first booking from the booking tree :) LOL...
You can go to this site to purchase one outwardimage.com and check out all her other VALUABLE info and stuff. She is great!
 
what's her website address?
 
I am definately going to get one of these. I think they are so cool looking. What do you fill the booking tree up with though? just regular index cards?
 
Another idea my Director gave me is you get some flower seed packets and write a date on it and a prize (or picture of one...great idea Julie!). You could attach a little card to it to get their info. I'm sure they would easily fit in the booking tree. I do love Julie's idea, though! I'll have to do that for my Bridal fair in the fall!! :)
 
Oh, I found the party date cards from Julie Weitz. Here it is.
 

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I LOVE my booking tree...I have been printing the party cards out on colored stock paper and it's a nice looking display...
 
I ended up finding a booking tree at one of those paint your own pottery places...I painted the bottom (it's a cube that's about 3x3x3) myself and then they added in the "tree" part after it was fired in the kiln. Other than Julie's website, I had been looking for well over a year and couldn't find them!
 
KellyTheChef said:
I ended up finding a booking tree at one of those paint your own pottery places...I painted the bottom (it's a cube that's about 3x3x3) myself and then they added in the "tree" part after it was fired in the kiln. Other than Julie's website, I had been looking for well over a year and couldn't find them!
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Cool, I must check that out! Did you paint yours with kitchen type stuff??
 
PChefPEI said:
Cool, I must check that out! Did you paint yours with kitchen type stuff??
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Um, I think you have to be artistic or something to do that....:o:o I can't even draw a stick figure!

I asked them if they had some kitchen type "stamps" or small add on's that I could paint, but they didn't. I ended up doing a glaze that, once fired, had different colors and "starbursts" of color throughout...

It would be EVEN BETTER if it looked "chef-like"!!
 
KellyTheChef said:
Um, I think you have to be artistic or something to do that....:o:o I can't even draw a stick figure!

I asked them if they had some kitchen type "stamps" or small add on's that I could paint, but they didn't. I ended up doing a glaze that, once fired, had different colors and "starbursts" of color throughout...

It would be EVEN BETTER if it looked "chef-like"!!
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LOL!! Sounds like it turned out pretty nice! :) I'm sure it's probably very eye-catching, which would be great! I know I've had people quite curious about my little punny (sp??) dollar store one. :rolleyes: So, I bet a pretty one would attract even more attention!!
 
PChefPEI said:
Another idea my Director gave me is you get some flower seed packets and write a date on it and a prize (or picture of one...great idea Julie!). You could attach a little card to it to get their info. I'm sure they would easily fit in the booking tree. I do love Julie's idea, though! I'll have to do that for my Bridal fair in the fall!! :)
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Awesome idea with the seed packets! I've had so many fairs (one each weekend for the past 3 weeks), that my flower sticky notes are getting bent. I'm going to use seed packets next weekend for my biggest summer event.
 
Check out page 9 of new July consultant news. The bottom right corner has the EXACT container I'm using for my booking tree using the stakes. What a coinkedink! I didn't have time to go get sand, so I had used cat litter. I love the cone idea. I think I may use that at my next fair with SAND this time! HA HA. I love the long pretzel sticks and prep bowl idea.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Booking Tree in direct sales?

A Booking Tree is a visual representation used by direct sales consultants to track and organize potential party bookings. It helps consultants see their network of contacts and how they can leverage existing parties to generate more bookings.

How do I create a Booking Tree?

To create a Booking Tree, start by listing your current customers and hostesses. Then, draw branches from each name to represent potential new bookings from their network. You can use paper, a whiteboard, or digital tools like spreadsheets to visualize this information.

Can I find a template for a Booking Tree?

Yes, many direct sales consultants share templates for Booking Trees online. You can find free templates on websites, social media groups, or through your direct sales company’s resources. These templates can help you get started quickly.

What should I include in my Booking Tree?

Your Booking Tree should include the names of your current customers, potential hostesses, and any leads for future bookings. You can also add notes about each person, such as their interests or previous party experiences, to personalize your approach.

How can I use a Booking Tree to increase my sales?

By using a Booking Tree, you can identify connections and opportunities for new parties. This visualization helps you strategize your outreach, follow up with potential hosts, and ultimately increase your bookings and sales through referrals and networking.

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