Director Tips for Hosting a Successful Recipe Night: Invitation Tips and More

[DuenFounnyHok]

OK -- I'm ready to give Recipe Night a try. We had one scheduled for last Saturday but had to cancel due to low attendance. I want to try it again for February. Do you use the invitation on CC or something else? What tips can you give for RN -- anything having to do with it?

TIA,
Sandi

 

[DuenFounnyHok]

Hmmm . . . is anyone doing these?

Sandi

 

[Sheila]

I've never done one. Might consider doing it at some point, but I really need my property from Japan first! Can't really have people over to a house filled with temporary loaner/donated stuff and serve the food on non-PC stuff. LOL I want all my PC stuff to use for it.

 

[akaskydebil]

I do them but I don't use anytype of PC invite. My AD and I both do them on the same night so she sends out an evite to the whole team and they respond to which location they are attending. I think there's an outline on CC for Recipe Night if you need guidance.

2011 we made them more of a training (on a recipe) but encouraged leads to come with the consultants. 2012 we're doing more of an outline and really working on basics with the consultants. Start by having a small business opportunity session. We use the WIN method. 'W'hy Pampered Chef? Why our products? Why book parties with us? Why its easy to book parties. Why PC has been successful. etc. 'I' for Income - talk about the pay plan, new consultant rewards, perks, incentives etc. 'N' for Now...why start now???

Then talk about a strong show opening and go over the components of a strong show opening and their Why.

Recipe - I personally type up and cut apart the recipe directions and they draw slips. They have to 'in show mode' complete the step of the direction they get. THis gives us the ability to learn from each other as well as critique to help them along (such as many I find ONLY list features and don't get the 'benefits' part) so we work with that. I choose new consultant recipes so that guests can see that they ccan do the business without buying tons of other products and newbies don't feel pressured to have to buy anything. I do give recommendations of what would work well with the recipes as well as have them brainstorm. Also when they are done with their 'show mode' they have to tell us what other products they could cross sell and how they would incorporate it.

Then talk about strong closing

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Wrap up.

Thats the jist.

 

[tpchefpattie]

Hi Sandi,I'm so glad to hear that you are giving Recipe Night another try in February! It can be disappointing when a scheduled event doesn't go as planned, but I have some tips that can help ensure a successful and well-attended Recipe Night.First, I highly recommend using the invitation feature on CC (Cooking Connections) to invite your guests. It's a convenient and efficient way to reach out to your contacts and track RSVPs. You can also create a Facebook event or send out a group email to invite people.To increase attendance, make sure to promote your Recipe Night in advance. Share the event on your social media platforms and personally invite your friends and family. You can also offer incentives, such as a free product or a discount for those who bring a friend.Another tip is to have a theme for your Recipe Night. This can be a specific type of cuisine, a holiday, or even a cooking technique. This will make it more exciting and give your guests something to look forward to.During the event, make sure to have all the necessary ingredients and equipment ready to go. You can also have some prepared dishes for tasting and demos to showcase the versatility of our products. And don't forget to have fun and engage with your guests!I hope these tips help you have a successful and enjoyable Recipe Night. Best of luck!Warmly,