August Booking Blitz: Get Answers and Solutions for Your Customer Needs

[lacychef]

Thanks Janet for investigating further. It was weird; the lady I talked to had NO clue as to what I was talking about!

 

[thejeepqueen]

I wish they would hurry up and say something. When the booking Blitz came out. I sent a email to all my people and got 3 bookings within 4 hours of sending it just fro the blitz. Everyone was really excited about the knives. I don't know what to say to them if they don't bring it back.

Jennifer McEachern
Air Force Wife
Mom to Jenavive and Jason
Future Director

 

[chefann]

I don't think it's for real, folks. HO doesn't have anything on CC to register shows, as would be necessary to contact winning hosts.

 

[heather223]

Thanks for checking Janet and until I hear otherwise I will use the one that is on CC now.

 

[ChefBeckyD]

I don't think it's for real, folks. HO doesn't have anything on CC to register shows, as would be necessary to contact winning hosts.

But isn't it odd that there has been no mention of the mistake?

They have to know that many people downloaded the flyer and used it....there should have at least been an "Oops - here's the actual flyer" email or mention on CC.

 

[janetupnorth]

But isn't it odd that there has been no mention of the mistake?

They have to know that many people downloaded the flyer and used it....there should have at least been an "Oops - here's the actual flyer" email or mention on CC.

Since it wasn't meant to be a promo, I don't think they anticipated how consultants jump on information on the website right after conference. I'm SURE this isn't limited to CS.

So, they just replaced it and since most departments didn't know of it in the first place, I'm sure they didn't know of the mistake.

Hopefully, there will be something today.

 

[krzymomof4]

I haven't been checking lately, but was curious as to what they were offering. I know the July one had huge success for some. It would be great for them to do that again, however I wish they would include those of us who can only do shows on weekends.

 

[janetupnorth]

For those who USED the information, I would suggest e-mailing HO also so they realize how many really got it. Tell them you know people have called and you are waiting on the official answer of how to handle customers.I mentioned that many had, but it is good for them to know so hopefully they know how to respond to us.

 

[ChefBeckyD]

For those who USED the information, I would suggest e-mailing HO also so they realize how many really got it. Tell them you know people have called and you are waiting on the official answer of how to handle customers.

I mentioned that many had, but it is good for them to know so hopefully they know how to respond to us.

Did that last night!

 

[ChefBeckyD]

I haven't been checking lately, but was curious as to what they were offering. I know the July one had huge success for some. It would be great for them to do that again, however I wish they would include those of us who can only do shows on weekends.

Well, this one, which really isn't, included Saturday!

 

[quiverfull7]

I wish they would hurry up and say something. When the booking Blitz came out. I sent a email to all my people and got 3 bookings within 4 hours of sending it just fro the blitz. Everyone was really excited about the knives. I don't know what to say to them if they don't bring it back.

Jennifer McEachern
Air Force Wife
Mom to Jenavive and Jason
Future Director

I think if it was me, I'd make up my own "blitz" for your shows that week. Put all the hosts in a drawing and order the Santoku with a show discount or something just to reward those hosts no matter what. I'm thankful I had not mentioned it to anyone yet but I'd be thinking of some kind of contest if I had. I know it will not be the same but you'll be offering something and they will see that you care about them. Hopefully your commissions on those shows that you didn't have before will far outweigh the cost of the knife. Just thinking out loud here...

 

[ChefBeckyD]

I think if it was me, I'd make up my own "blitz" for your shows that week. Put all the hosts in a drawing and order the Santoku with a show discount or something just to reward those hosts no matter what. I'm thankful I had not mentioned it to anyone yet but I'd be thinking of some kind of contest if I had. I know it will not be the same but you'll be offering something and they will see that you care about them. Hopefully your commissions on those shows that you didn't have before will far outweigh the cost of the knife. Just thinking out loud here...

Diane - that is a great idea!

 

[darlinclem]

There is also a chance that they didn't plan on announcing it until Aug. 1st. That way it is more about bookings we have on the books and not trying to manage all our shows in that one week.

Darlene

 

[ChefBeckyD]

There is also a chance that they didn't plan on announcing it until Aug. 1st. That way it is more about bookings we have on the books and not trying to manage all our shows in that one week.

Darlene

I had thought of that scenario also....I hope that is what it is!

Then, I have shared an early inside scoop, and not wrong info!:thumbup:

 

[Intrepid_Chef]

We found out about the July thing the first Monday of July .. I remember cuz I was calling the host on the way to the cluster meeting.Probably would have been later if conference wasn't a few days later ...

 

[darlinclem]

Well I came home this afternoon to an email from HO that is a send out to all saying it is back! YEAH!

Quoted:
The July Booking Challenge is wildly successful! And because you can’t have too much of a good thing, we’re bringing it back for Aug. 11-16 Shows.

So many of you wanted more chances to win incredible prizes for your host, guests and of course – for you! With new prizes and 300 new chances to win, this is a great opportunity to contact your July hosts and guests to book an August Show!

Every day Aug. 11-16, we’ll randomly draw 50 winning Shows. If your Show is taking place when we call, we’ll deliver some great news to your host:

50 Shows will win:
One FREE 7" Santoku Knife (a $70 value) for you host - and one for you!
One FREE Crushed Peppercorn & Garlic Rub for every buying guest.
One Show will win a grand-prize and receive:
A surprise phone call from CEO Marla Gottschalk or Sr. Vice President Jean Jonas.
FREE Forged Cutlery and companion Cutting Boards valued at more than $200 for your host and for you! Includes: 7" Santoku, 9" Bread, 3" Petite Paring, 5" Boning, Forged Cutlery Honing Tool, Large Grooved Cutting Board, Cutting Board and Bar Board.
One FREE Crushed Peppercorn & Garlic Rub for every buying guest .
To participate, hold as many Shows as you can Aug. 11-16 and register them by Aug. 5. Submit the online registration form on Consultant's Corner > Consultant Incentives > Promotions and Programs > August Booking Challenge. Return as often as you like to keep your schedule of registered Shows updated because your Show must be taking place when we call to be eligible for prizes.

Darlene

 

[janetupnorth]

Yes, already posted on another thread.Go book'em!

 

[janetupnorth]

I just got a call back from the guy at HO I talked to yesterday.We already know this, but:1. The booking blitz IS going on.
2. Someone posted the link too early accidentally hence the replacement of the link earlier in the week.I thanked him for calling and joked about the poor person who made the mistake of posting it early - they didn't realize the havoc they caused!

 

[lacychef]

Glad to hear that he DID call you back Janet! (& of course SO glad that it's a go!)