Do You Have Any Packing up Tips???

[dannyzmom]

I thin kth eBucket Buddy that Tom uses is great for male consultants but I don't think it looks very appealing for female consultants - but that's just my opinion

 

[dannyzmom]

One of the best things I have done for my business is to get a Rubbermaid or similar type tub. I use the tub to tote extras to my shows, food etc. Once at my show I line the tub with a PC bag. As I do my demonstration I toss any dirty tools into my tub. When I get home the tub goes inside with me, I wash the items and then put them back into the tote, I then put the tools back into my kit. This eliminates any forgotten tools.

What a great idea to line it with a PC bag!! I just started using a Rubbermaid Dirty Dish Tub...and I have been hosing it out the next day - I am going to start lining it with a bag like you do - thanks for the tip!!!

 

[its_me_susan]

I don't have yahoo messenger but I have AOL/AIM...are u on there?
What recipes are you doing tonight and I'll see if I can help you pack.

PS - I REALLY pared down last night on packing - did 2 recipes...was in & out at a reasonable hour and -- ready for this??? $1638.92 in commissionable sales and 3 bookings!!!

WHAT recipes did YOU make????? lol. I made strawberry spinach salad with host, and the Artichoke-spinach twist last night. BethCooks helped me pack (she was so great on IM - really had me putting stuff away). My party was small - but almost at $600 without hosts order. Only about 5 guests - but 2-3 more orders coming so it might actually reach $700.

What did you make & what did you bring???? Thanks so much for helping too!

 

[its_me_susan]

Okay, at Tom Marston's show last night he had a Bucket Buddy, got a white painters tub and tool belt thing for the bucket from Lowes for like $20. It holds so much stuff and was way cool looking.

So he put the tools in his belt? Did he cook?

 

[soonerchef]

So he put the tools in his belt? Did he cook?

Nope, no cooking...he had the recipe already prepared.

 

[dannyzmom]

I made the Lemon Herb Chicken Ring and a microwave cake that totally flopped

 

[pampered1224]

I do the extra plastic bag thing then...I only pack the display stuff in the wheeled carrier*. Anything I will use for a recipe goes into the other tote with my box of pens, magnets, goodies and usually the groceries. I carry three or 4 Aldi's bags - they're nice and heavy and I don't mind disposing of them if needed - to pack up my dirty dishes and put them back into the tote. The display stuff goes back in the rolling cart and of course the clean "gadgets" stay in the the tool turn-about and that goes back in it's bag minus the dirty stuff.
This way when I get home, the rolling cart stays in the garage as does the tote. I only bring in the bags with the dirty dishes in them and the tool turn-about to put the clean gadgets back into.
** I carry only new items, Easy Read Measuring Cups, USG, Executive Saute Skillet, A piece of stoneware if I am not using it at the show and the Grill Tools in the bag. I also have my cookbook collection which fits right in one of the side pockets. The catlogs are in the other pocket. And my laptop goes int he front pocket. That's it.
The recipe stuff is in the tote.
I did pack all three pieces to the hilt once because when I first got the three pieces I was so excited. Then I found out I couldn't lift the wheeled cart into the car! Arnold S. I'm not!

 

[its_me_susan]

I only pack the display stuff in the wheeled carrier*. Anything I will use for a recipe goes into the other tote with my box of pens, magnets, goodies and usually the groceries. I carry three or 4 Aldi's bags - they're nice and heavy and I don't mind disposing of them if needed - to pack up my dirty dishes and put them back into the tote. The display stuff goes back in the rolling cart and of course the clean "gadgets" stay in the the tool turn-about and that goes back in it's bag minus the dirty stuff.
This way when I get home, the rolling cart stays in the garage as does the tote. I only bring in the bags with the dirty dishes in them and the tool turn-about to put the clean gadgets back into.
** I carry only new items, Easy Read Measuring Cups, USG, Executive Saute Skillet, A piece of stoneware if I am not using it at the show and the Grill Tools in the bag. I also have my cookbook collection which fits right in one of the side pockets. The catlogs are in the other pocket. And my laptop goes int he front pocket. That's it.
The recipe stuff is in the tote.
I did pack all three pieces to the hilt once because when I first got the three pieces I was so excited. Then I found out I couldn't lift the wheeled cart into the car! Arnold S. I'm not!

Thank you so much for this!!!!

Do you know if the measurements wash away over time? I'm asked that alot, but mine are very new so I can only say if they do you can get them replaced for new....

Is your laptop in a case in the bag? I bring my cooling rack to place my laptop on (so it doesn't over heat - and sell quite a few for that purpose).

 

[dannyzmom]

Thank you so much for this!!!!



Is your laptop in a case in the bag? I bring my cooling rack to place my laptop on (so it doesn't over heat - and sell quite a few for that purpose).

What sort of reaction do yo uget to bringing your laptop to shows? Do you then have to print out receipts for everyone? What receipts/order forms do ou have your guests use? Do you feel it affects your recruiting? I am really curious because I have wanted for quite some time now to start bringing a laptop to shows but my AD poo-poos the idea.

 

[its_me_susan]

What sort of reaction do yo uget to bringing your laptop to shows? Do you then have to print out receipts for everyone? What receipts/order forms do ou have your guests use? Do you feel it affects your recruiting? I am really curious because I have wanted for quite some time now to start bringing a laptop to shows but my AD poo-poos the idea.

People seem really impressed when I bring it. When asked if PC provides it, I say no but it is a taxable deduction. I also (and they do) like the speed of it - and it saves me time and is more accurate then using a calculator. Also tallys the host benefits right there on the spot! I still just let them have the write in form as their reciept, and print out from home the ones that didn't get one.

 

[pampered1224]

I actullay don't keep it in the bag I haveI simply place the laptop, the cord and mouse - I can't stand that goofy thingy on the laptop itself - in the front pouch and that's it. I did have a printer I carried but just decied one day, heck with it. I use the OOFs. I tell our guests to just put down what they want and then I will figure out the tax and total so they don't have too. After putting their order into PP, I simply transfer the total to the OOF and give them that back as a tempory receipt. Again, why carry something extra when I don't have too.
And I found that no one seems really impressed if I do bring my laptop, if that's what you were asking. Actually that is not entirely true. I have had a few people who have asked me about it. They have been consultants with different companies or ex-consultants for PC or other companies.
My main thing is is that I stink at using calculators. Because PP does all the math, I figured it was better to spend the cash then loose the cash on bad math on orders. I have had the same laptop for 5 years now. I got it 6 months into my business. I absolutely would be lost without it. Oh, I do have a desktop that is my back up but try hauling that to a show!
Got to ask, what is an AD? Is that Advanced Director? And what happened to "It's your business"? If you want to use a laptop, use a laptop! It is a depreciable on your taxes for 5 years as well. So a percentage will always be a deduction for that 5 years.

 

[dannyzmom]

I simply place the laptop, the cord and mouse - I can't stand that goofy thingy on the laptop itself - in the front pouch and that's it. I did have a printer I carried but just decied one day, heck with it. I use the OOFs. I tell our guests to just put down what they want and then I will figure out the tax and total so they don't have too. After putting their order into PP, I simply transfer the total to the OOF and give them that back as a tempory receipt. Again, why carry something extra when I don't have too.
And I found that no one seems really impressed if I do bring my laptop, if that's what you were asking. Actually that is not entirely true. I have had a few people who have asked me about it. They have been consultants with different companies or ex-consultants for PC or other companies.
My main thing is is that I stink at using calculators. Because PP does all the math, I figured it was better to spend the cash then loose the cash on bad math on orders. I have had the same laptop for 5 years now. I got it 6 months into my business. I absolutely would be lost without it. Oh, I do have a desktop that is my back up but try hauling that to a show!
Got to ask, what is an AD? Is that Advanced Director? And what happened to "It's your business"? If you want to use a laptop, use a laptop! It is a depreciable on your taxes for 5 years as well. So a percentage will always be a deduction for that 5 years.

You're so right about the "it's your business" thing.
I think maybe I will invest in a laptop later this year...

 

[its_me_susan]

You're so right about the "it's your business" thing.
I think maybe I will invest in a laptop later this year...

The time you save inputting after the show will make you never leave home without it! You are going to love it.

Also - In my opinion, it shows our great software and makes our job look easier. So many people are gun shy about the paperwork & calculations/taxes aspect of owning their own business. PP can calulate that year end report for us. You can show them on the spot.

When I receive a check, I'll put the check # in right away so I know who's paid later. I don't always input all of their info right there (just check that you can READ their handwriting and ask if you can't).

 

[angelkatey]

What are the show to go pieces and how do you get them? Any pictures anywhere? I'm looking for helpful ways to pack things to the shows. Thanks

 

[angelkatey]

What are the show to go cases and how do you get them? I am still learning but they sound like something I need! thanks!

 

[angelkatey]

Sorry if this is a duplicate - this computer is acting weird! What are the show-to-go pieces and how do you get them? Are there pictures anywhere? Need help with transporting. - Thanks!

 

[yummy4tummy]

Most of my shows this month have been out of town (like 350 miles away) I bring everything only because I know that when I shop, I want to see, touch and play with the items that I am interested in. I know that PC has a great return policy but it is just another hoop to jump through if I don't have to. So, I have my stoneware, wovens, and the executive cw pieces that I own in an extra large rolling suitcase. I also have a map where everything goes. It makes packing up so much easier and know exacly where everything is. I also use a plastic crate for the "extras" and then use my empty folding crate for the dirty dishes. It works for me.
Valerie