Boost Your Business with an Unforgettable Open House & Grand Opening Party!

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores various approaches to hosting an open house or grand opening party for new Pampered Chef consultants. Participants share their experiences and suggestions on planning, inviting guests, and executing the event.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about how to organize an open house and seeks advice on what to do.
  • Another participant suggests inviting a wide circle of contacts and emphasizes the importance of not assuming anyone's disinterest.
  • One participant advises consulting with a director for planning assistance.
  • Another participant shares their experience of hosting a small open house, highlighting the use of raffle tickets and product giveaways to engage attendees.
  • Several users mention the value of showcasing products and providing refreshments during the event.
  • One participant notes the effectiveness of promoting bookings during the event and suggests offering incentives for hosting shows.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the specific strategies for hosting an open house, with no clear consensus on the best approach. Participants share a variety of personal experiences and suggestions.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences from their own open houses, reflecting a range of outcomes and strategies used in their events.

Who May Find This Useful

New Pampered Chef consultants looking for ideas and inspiration for hosting their own open house or grand opening party may find this discussion valuable.

abrahamlaur
abrahamlaur
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Hey Everyone!

I was wondering, how do I go about having an open house/grand opening party? What do I do? Just make food and display things? I'm so lost I dont know what to do .. I really need bookings, this is my first month and i really want to get my name out .. any ideas? flyers on how to do it, word documents wiht instructions?!

HHHEEELLLLPPPP!!!!!:confused:
 
List of 100Look over your list of 100 that you hopefully made in the welcome booklet. Invite anyone that you can possibly think of and invite them all to bring a friend or two. NEVER ASSUME THAT SOMEONE WOULDN'T BE INTERESTED!!!! That is the biggest mistake that you can make. Have food out with catalogs and order forms. Don't forget to put out the flyers for the upcoming host specials and explain them to encourage people to book shows. Do a quick recipe (pull-apart bread maybe?) and show and explain some products. Pass around any products you can, it really helps with sales I have found. Show guests the benefits of having a show. I hope this helps!

Good luck!

Gillian Wright
#417481
Wasilla, Alaska
 
Talk to you director. She can help you plan a grand opening.
 
I would plan a "normal" show, invite your list of 100. Maybe do a mystery host party. (This is were one of the guests gets the free product) Promote that everyone who hosts a show in your first month of business will get a sample of the seasoning, and coffee. (PC offers this for you) Talk about bookings atleast 3-5 times during your show. Pick a simple easy recipe, maybe the cool veggie pizza.

Your recipe for success walks you through a cooking show, you should also have a video that came with your super starter kit. Don't be afraid to call your Director I'm sure she would love to help you plan this.
 
How is everything going Laurie?? Have you picked a menu or decided what to do at your open house? I am hoping that everything will go well!

Gillian Wright
#417481
Wasilla, Alaska
 
Opening DayI did an open house for my 1st show.....
I invited EVERYONE on my street, everyone from my family, friends, their friends....although I only had 5 attendees ;O(....it was a qualifying show.

I gave out raffle tickets for attendence, being on time, brining an outside order.....

Then did a quick demo, I had stuff already made on a table w/refreshements, my other stuff out for display.....

I gave away the FREE product benefit and the items at 50% to two seperate folks, which they LOVED.....

Although it was small, I have two repeat customers and 3 bookings from it..(people who couldn't attend)...

It was alot of fun......and easy as I know where everything is and I wasn't under pressure in someone elses house.....

Much luck....you could even put an OPEN HOUSE sign out front to let folks know they can drop in if you don't mind anyone coming in......

I made up postcards of my own and specified the giveaways and mailed and hand delivered alot....
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Open House & Grand Opening Party?

An Open House & Grand Opening Party is a special event designed to showcase your Pampered Chef business to friends, family, and potential customers. It provides an opportunity to demonstrate products, share recipes, and create excitement about your offerings while building relationships with attendees.

How can I promote my Open House & Grand Opening Party?

You can promote your event through social media, personal invitations, and local community boards. Consider creating an event page on Facebook, sending out email invitations, and utilizing word-of-mouth to spread the word. Offering incentives, like a raffle or special discounts for attendees, can also help boost attendance.

What should I prepare for the event?

Prepare a selection of Pampered Chef products to demonstrate, along with recipes that highlight their use. Create a welcoming atmosphere with decorations, refreshments, and a clear layout for product displays. Have order forms and catalogs ready for guests to browse and purchase items.

How can I engage attendees during the party?

Engage attendees by involving them in product demonstrations, encouraging them to ask questions, and offering hands-on experiences. You can also host games or contests related to cooking and Pampered Chef products to keep the energy high and make the event memorable.

What follow-up actions should I take after the event?

After the event, follow up with attendees by sending thank-you notes or emails, sharing recipes from the event, and providing information on how to place orders. Consider reaching out to those who showed interest in hosting their own parties or joining your team to continue building relationships and growing your business.

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