Need Help With My First Catalog Show (Out of State)

PamperedMom07 said:

II'm sending my host some catalogs, order forms (director sent me a copy by email) and a few other things. I'm wondering something on the order form at the bottom it says in bold print THIS FORM MAY NOT BE USED AS AN ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT. So if my host uses this for her guest what will they get for a sales receipt then? After you input the orders into P3 you will be able to print out receipts on paper that has the official wording on the back of them. You can order them through a supply order, I am not sure if you get any in your kit or not honestly.

Also since I can't use the business software yet I'm trying to figure out the sales tax for Saint Michael, MN 55376. Can someone help me with that so I can fill that in for her? The easiest to do is probably just call and ask her what her sales tax is. MOst people should know what sales tax they pay.

Also if she collects money and checks made out to her, what do I do to get payment? Plus if her guest use their credit/debit card and when I enter everything in and hopefully not but if a card is declined what do I do??? The easiest way for you is to encourage her to have everyone pay with a debit/credit card that you can submit. If she has checks written to herself she can deposit them and mail you a check or give you a credit/debit card over the phone. Just make sure if she is mailing you a check or checks that you have them before you submit the show. If a credit card is declined you will be notified from home office and the email will explain how to correct it, I always try to have them run it again manually before calling the customer. If it still doesn't work then I usually call the customer and say something like I must have inputed a number wrong and your card isn't going through.
What else should I do to prepare myself for a show out of state and for my host as well?

Thanks!

~Heather

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Good luck on starting your business!

As an unofficial consultant, it is important to make sure you are following all policies and procedures set by the company. The best way to get specific information on sales receipts and sales tax is to reach out to your upline director for guidance. They will be able to give you the most accurate and up-to-date information based on your specific location and product line.In terms of payment, it is best to have your host collect payment directly from their guests and then send you one lump sum for the orders. This will help streamline the process and ensure that all payments are properly accounted for. As for credit/debit card payments, if a card is declined, you can reach out to the guest and ask for an alternative form of payment or offer to hold the order until the issue is resolved.To prepare for your out of state show, make sure you have all necessary materials, such as catalogs, order forms, and any other marketing materials you may need. You may also want to create a timeline or checklist to help you stay organized and on track leading up to the show. Additionally, make sure you have a plan for shipping and delivering the orders to your host and guests, as well as any follow-up tasks you may need to do after the show. Good luck with your first catalog show!