Laurena
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Hey all! I have my first difficult situation with a host. She is a friend, wants to do this as a fundraiser, but is putting ZERO effort into getting guests. When I offered to do invites for her she even told me she could not find the time to gather a list. (She also keeps saying she doesn't want kids there -I agree 100%, of course and told her I think it would be a bad idea- but then said on her evite (the only thing she has done to invite guests, and which NOBODY has responded to) that kids were WELCOME!!
Sorry, I'm frustrated here.
This is the email I'm about to send:
Dear ****,
I got your voice mail but wanted to e-mail my response, since you expressed that this is the most convenient means of communication for you.
From our talk earlier, it sounds like you have a lot going on right now. One of the things I like most about The Pampered Chef shows are that they are designed to make it EASY and FUN to host a party. The main responsibility that really does fall on you as a host, is of course the guest list (though I am more than happy to help you in any way possible, such as sending out invitations for you). If you find that it is too difficult for you to make phone calls or gather addresses right now, I really want to find an alternative that might be easier on you. One possibility is, of course, rescheduling for a future date when you have a bit less on your plate.
Another terrific option is to change your party to a catalog show. As a catalog show, we would still be able to raise money for **** (her charity organization), but would have more freedom with your time. Since you are looking forward to inviting people to see your new fabulous home, perhaps you could explain to people that they are welcome to stop by throughout the week to say hello and look through the catalog at their leisure, if they are unable to come the evening of the 14th? This is a wonderful way to give EVERYBODY a chance to participate, regardless of scheduling conflicts (and without the stress of worrying about childcare!).
I absolutely want this to be a great experience for you, your guests, and myself. My concern is that if only 1 or 2 people can attend, you will be disapointed by the turnout after having spent time and energy preparing for the evening. Your friends may feel uncomfortable or pressured to make-up for not having more guests present. As for me, of course while I love doing Pampered Chef and really enjoy doing parties, it is still my job and my way of earning money for Russia, so If I am going to make arrangements for childcare, spend the evening away from my family and drive out from *** (<my town), I do want to be certain that there are at least 5 confirmed guests. In short, I just want to be respectful of everybody's time and make sure that everybody wins!
Let me know what you decide to do and how you would like to proceed. I will do whatever I can to help you and to make this work!
Sorry, I'm frustrated here.
This is the email I'm about to send:
Dear ****,
I got your voice mail but wanted to e-mail my response, since you expressed that this is the most convenient means of communication for you.
From our talk earlier, it sounds like you have a lot going on right now. One of the things I like most about The Pampered Chef shows are that they are designed to make it EASY and FUN to host a party. The main responsibility that really does fall on you as a host, is of course the guest list (though I am more than happy to help you in any way possible, such as sending out invitations for you). If you find that it is too difficult for you to make phone calls or gather addresses right now, I really want to find an alternative that might be easier on you. One possibility is, of course, rescheduling for a future date when you have a bit less on your plate.
Another terrific option is to change your party to a catalog show. As a catalog show, we would still be able to raise money for **** (her charity organization), but would have more freedom with your time. Since you are looking forward to inviting people to see your new fabulous home, perhaps you could explain to people that they are welcome to stop by throughout the week to say hello and look through the catalog at their leisure, if they are unable to come the evening of the 14th? This is a wonderful way to give EVERYBODY a chance to participate, regardless of scheduling conflicts (and without the stress of worrying about childcare!).
I absolutely want this to be a great experience for you, your guests, and myself. My concern is that if only 1 or 2 people can attend, you will be disapointed by the turnout after having spent time and energy preparing for the evening. Your friends may feel uncomfortable or pressured to make-up for not having more guests present. As for me, of course while I love doing Pampered Chef and really enjoy doing parties, it is still my job and my way of earning money for Russia, so If I am going to make arrangements for childcare, spend the evening away from my family and drive out from *** (<my town), I do want to be certain that there are at least 5 confirmed guests. In short, I just want to be respectful of everybody's time and make sure that everybody wins!
Let me know what you decide to do and how you would like to proceed. I will do whatever I can to help you and to make this work!
