Approaching Strangers....sorta....

[hoosierchef]

My son plays a sport about every season. I've held off contacting other moms at the practices and games, because I'm just not sure how to approach them about it.

If you don't mind, could you please share ideas how to approach them, what supplies I should keep with me and how to break the ice? I'm fortunate enough that I don't have a problem of speaking to strangers, it's just that I'm not sure where to start without offending or turning them off.....

Thanks!!

 

[cmdtrgd]

Always wear something PC or have a PC bag with you. Maybe take some Mommy munchies in a Chillzanne piece or just a yummy PC recipe. Ask the coach if fundraising is needed and offer to do it. And, ALWAYS keep catalogs, host packets, and recruiting packets with you.If you want to be sneaky, "answer" your phone and pretend to be talking to a host - or really do it - during a practice. Make sure you talk about the benefits and mention PC as much as possible. You could also do this with a potential recruit, although, faking it might be best. That way you could talk about things that you want to - like setting your schedule, good money, trips, staying at home, etc.Another idea would be to talk to the ladies about whatever and ask them what they do, what they do for fun, what groups they are in, if they know of a Bunko group, etc. When they send up flags, you are there to ask the correct questions. Make sure you have your 30 second commercial memorized in case they ask you what you do.HTH

 

[DebbieJ]

My first thought was same as Kate's--wear PC clothes, carry a PC bag. Or just sit at the game and pretend to read the catalog.

 

[DebbieSAChef]

PcI think it's a great idea to wear PC clothing, and take your PC bag with you along with many catalogs.
Be honest and make small talk. Some of my homeschool group mothers are surprised when they find out I am a PC consultant. They tell me they have been looking for one and are happy they can order things from me now.
I try not to mention it at each event but I do carry catalogs in the car, business cards in my purse and bring snacks in my PC items. I am always quick to volunteer a PC recipe for a snack for any upcoming events.

Ask the ladies if they ever need a PC item or if they don't have their own consultant that you would be happy to help them. Pass out your business card and tell them that you would be happy to help them if the need ever arises. I don't think that's pushy. I think that it's letting others know about your home business and services.

Tell them
"Hello my name is XXXX and I have a home business that I just wanted to share with you. I sell PC products. If you ever need anything please don't hesitate to ask me. I would be happy to offer my services."
And give out your card.

Debbie

 

[raebates]

I tend to be a bit of a walking billboard. When someone asks, I tell them that, yes, I'm a consultant. If they don't start talking about it right away, I'll ask if they're familiar with TPC. Depending on their answer I will ask if they've had a show, are interested in the business, etc. Let their responses guide you.As to what to keep with you, I have a "traveling office" in my van. It's just a plastic container with the following:Several catalogs
A couple of host kits for both kitchen shows and catalog shows
Info on wedding showers and registries
A couple of copies of Empowering WomenI also carry mini catalgs in my purse. I hand those out instead of business cards in most circumstances.Hope this helps.

 

[Rebeccascabinet]

If you want to be sneaky, "answer" your phone and pretend to be talking to a host - or really do it - during a practice. Make sure you talk about the benefits and mention PC as much as possible. You could also do this with a potential recruit, although, faking it might be best. That way you could talk about things that you want to - like setting your schedule, good money, trips, staying at home, etc
HTH

I was just reading this and had to laugh cause I think what if she's pretending and the phone rings while she is "on a call" That is something that would soooo happen to me!

 

[cbord]

I was just reading this and had to laugh cause I think what if she's pretending and the phone rings while she is "on a call" That is something that would soooo happen to me!

I would turn my phone off before I started pretending.

 

[pamperedharriet]

I would turn my phone off before I started pretending.

Very good idea--I can see that happening too!

 

[pamperedharriet]

I carry my catalog tote with me with a few catalogs, a host packet , mini brochures, wedding registry and fundraiser info and of course my business cards. I made a few contacts while I was doing paperwork where I was closing a show yesterday as people were curious what I was doing and someone was talking near me about home parties and I mentioned that I am with PC and she asked for information. Hope to hear from her real soon!