Countdown to National Conference

[raebates]

Today is May 4. There are 69 days until the start of National Conference.I take a hard copy of all of the numbers (roommates, clustermates, and Cheffers), just in case I have trouble with my phone. If something happens, I want to be able to use another phone to call.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 5. There are 68 days until the start of National Conference.You might want to slip a nightlight in your luggage. You can plug it into the outlet in the bathroom to help everyone find their way to the potty in the middle of the night. I do this whenever I travel. Now I rarely have to do the stubbed-toe dance in the middle of the night.

 

[etteluap70PC]

I bring a very small fan... and a power strip! the fan serves 2 purposes... it helps the air circulate (I hate stale air!) and it creates a light white noise and can cover up light snoring.

 

[cookinfletch]

Where do you find a small fan? Does it actually fit into your luggage?

 

[etteluap70PC]

Where do you find a small fan? Does it actually fit into your luggage?

It came with another one I had purchased a few years back it is about 5" across with a 4-5" base. I have fit it in my luggage when I have flown in the past. The one I have is sort of like this Boston Four-inch Two-Speed Personal Desk Fan - EPI25970

Now do not go out and buy one if you do not have the funds! It's just an idea...

 

[raebates]

Great idea, Paulette. Sometimes you can find them in the travel section of a large we-carry-everything store.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 6. There are 67 days until the start of National Conference.One of the things we’ll get when we register at NC is a tote* of some kind. There will probably be an announcement soon about this year’s tote. I take the things I want to be sure to carry with me (paper, pens, snacks, and such) in a plastic bag. This way I can fold up the bag or toss it as soon as I get everything situated in my new tote. *At least, this is what they’ve done in the past. I’m assuming they’ll continue the tradition.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 7. There are 66 days until the start of National Conference.Not taking along a bit of technology that will allow you to check your email? Go ahead and set up your email auto response today. Most email services let you set a start and end date for vacation responses. I usually set mine to start the day I leave and end a couple of days after I get back. That gives me a little time to get around to reading through all of the emails. I simply say that I’m off learning how to become an even better consultant and getting a sneak peek at the new products that will be out this fall. I leave my phone number so they can get to me if they have a PC emergency. If your email doesn’t allow you to set yours up ahead of time, you might want to set yourself a reminder to do this the day you leave.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 8. There are 65 days until the start of National Conference.I want you to make me a promise. If you take a picture of me at NC you’ll make sure that you’re taking it from slightly above my eye line and not below it. People look better from this angle. With digital cameras it’s common for people to hold the camera down just under their own eye line or even under their own chin level. If you’ll hold it slightly above your eyes (or even better, a little above your head), your subjects will look better. People will love you for it. Start practicing now so it will be habit by the time you take pictures at NC.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 9. There are 64 days until the start of National Conference.Don't forget to put your Chef Success button on your packing list. We want to be able to pick you out of the crowd. There is a sticky post under National Conference about how you can get your own CS button.

 

[smart2cook]

I think I am blind or misguided LOL I can't find that post. Any help would be appreciated regarding finding my button LOL.

 

[raebates]

It hasn't been moved to the NC section yet. Here's the link.

http://www.chefsuccess.com/f18/2010-chef-success-buttons-conference-60702/?highlight=buttons

 

[AJPratt]

I wish I was going with all of you! Next year I am sure things will be better for us financially and I will be there! (Hopefully walking as a Director!)

 

[DEBBI]

I'll miss going this year... Loved every minute of the nc the past 2 yrs.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 10. There are 63 days until the start of National Conference.

Bring along contact information for your shows in the few weeks after NC and postcard stamps. While you're in Chicago, pick up some postcards and send them to those hosts with a note that you're learning lots of great things to help make their shows a success.

Think ahead tip: Buy extra postcards this year and put them away. Before your next NC trip, write, address, and stamp your postcards. That way you’ll just have to pop them in the mail once you arrive.

 

[suzipooh]

Rae,I do that! I also send postcards to my team members who could not attend and to recruit leads.....

 

[pampchefsarah]

Wouldn't it be nice if HO offered Conference postcards (with pictures of the fun of past NCs) so we weren't just sending pictures of Chicago?

 

[suzipooh]

YES! Sarah, that's a great idea

 

[raebates]

This is the first year I'll have team members to send cards to. I'll be sure to add those to my list.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 11. There are 62 days until the start of National Conference.Make plans to hit things hard when you get back from NC. You'll want to take advantage of that enthusiasm.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 12. There are 61 days until the start of National Conference.Don't forget to do a few extra shows in June to get extra spending money, and fill your July calendar around NC so your bank account won't suffer.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 12. There are 61 days until the start of National Conference.

Don't forget to do a few extra shows in June to get extra spending money, and fill your July calendar around NC so your bank account won't suffer.

 

[wadesgirl]

Today is May 12. There are 61 days until the start of National Conference.

Don't forget to do a few extra shows in June to get extra spending money, and fill your July calendar around NC so your bank account won't suffer.

Last year both my shows in July were the Friday and Saturday before we left! Don't be afraid to do shows close to conference. It's just an excuse to let your calendar be open!

 

[raebates]

Very good point.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 13. There are 60 days until the start of National Conference.You may want to start practicing with Where's Waldo? books to get ready to spot those Chef Success buttons at NC. If you don’t yet have a Chef Success button you can find them here http://www.chefsuccess.com/f18/2010-chef-success-buttons-conference-60702/?highlight=buttons.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 14. There are 59 days until the start of National Conference.Very few hotel rooms have enough convenient electrical outlets. If you're staying 4 to a room, you may want to make sure at least one of you brings along an outlet strip. That way everyone can plug in their cell phone to charge for the night. Also, if the only outlet is under the desk, you'll only have to crawl under there twice (once to plug it in, and once to unplug it) instead of twice a day to plug in and unplug your cell phone.I know I said to do this if you're staying 4 to a room, but I do this even when I'm traveling alone. It really simplifies things.

 

[raebates]

Today is May 15. There are 58 days until the start of National Conference.Where is your suitcase? If you're like me, it's packed away in some deep, dark corner of your attic. You might want to think about getting it out sometime soon. I'll be airing mine out so it doesn't make my clothes smell like, well, a hot, stuffy attic.

 

[Deb Bixler]

Inspiring ConferenceNational Conference is absolutely inspiring! I just got back from the Direct Selling Women's Alliance Celebrations conference. It was awesome. If you think national is terrific, then you should go to a multi-company conference and experience the inspiration and networking with many companies and trainers at once.
:thumbup:Click here to watch a video of founder http://www.createacashflowshow.com/inspiration-and-motivation/corporate-directsales-training.htm

 

[smart2cook]

A few years ago Nicki Keohohou held a workshop at a Conference I was attending. She is very inspiring and an awesome woman!

 

[raebates]

Today is May 16. There are 57 days until the start of National Conference.You're likely to encounter people in Chicago asking for money. I know I did the last time I went to NC. I always hesitate to give cash, since I don't know how it will be used. I do like to help people, though. Someone gave me a great idea. I take fast food gift certificates with me. There are fast food places everywhere downtown. I can give knowing it can only be used for food. Plus, I can determine a specific amount before I leave for Chicago. I can give a few of dollars' worth to each one. Once I'm out of certificates, I've given the amount I set aside for those donations.