How Long Should a Catalog Show Last?

Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the duration of catalog shows among Pampered Chef consultants, focusing on personal experiences and preferences regarding how long these shows should last to effectively collect orders.

Discussion Character

• Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

• One participant mentions wanting to avoid rushing hosts while also not allowing the show to extend indefinitely.
• Another participant suggests that two weeks is typically ideal, but acknowledges having shows that lasted a month.
• One participant proposes a specific cutoff date of 11/13 for a November show, indicating a preference for a duration slightly less than two weeks.
• Another participant shares that they usually run shows for two weeks, offering specific date ranges for simplicity.
• A new consultant notes they have also been doing two-week shows and suggests a return date around the 13th or 14th to meet submission deadlines.
• One participant expresses a preference for two-week shows but mentions that some have extended longer than desired, sharing a recent successful show that generated significant sales.
• Another participant confirms their preference for two-week shows, highlighting a particularly successful recent show.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There appears to be general agreement among participants that two weeks is a common duration for catalog shows, though some have experienced longer durations.

Contextual Notes

Participants are sharing their personal experiences and preferences regarding the timing of catalog shows, particularly in the context of upcoming events in November.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights on catalog show durations and personal experiences from peers in the community may find this discussion relevant.