Driving Business to Personal Web Sites

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers on various strategies and experiences related to driving business to personal websites among Pampered Chef consultants. Participants share their challenges, successes, and ideas for increasing traffic and engagement on their sites.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses difficulty in generating business through their personal website, noting limited usage from hosts and guests.
  • Another participant shares their experience using Constant Contact for newsletters, mentioning low engagement despite including links to their website.
  • One consultant states that while they do not receive much feedback, they believe some guests have bookmarked their website.
  • Another participant reports a successful fundraiser initiated through their website, resulting in an order shortly after launching.
  • Several users mention the idea of posting newsletters on their websites and sending updates to guests, with mixed feelings about the effectiveness of this approach.
  • One participant discusses the challenge of formatting newsletters for their website, expressing uncertainty about the best way to present recipes.
  • Another participant highlights the importance of promoting their website through various materials, including business cards and email signatures.
  • One consultant shares a creative approach of conducting a Website Scavenger Hunt to encourage visitors to engage with their site.
  • Several participants inquire about technical aspects of posting newsletters and tracking website visits, indicating a desire for more clarity on these processes.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the effectiveness of various strategies for driving traffic to personal websites, with no clear consensus emerging on the best methods to achieve this.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and strategies that have worked or not worked for them in promoting their websites, reflecting a range of approaches within the consultant community.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for ideas and experiences related to enhancing the visibility and effectiveness of their personal websites may find this discussion beneficial.

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PhyllisRamp
Anyone have any good ideas that are succeeding with driving business to your personal web site?

I have very spotty usage from hosts and guests and virtually no business from it otherwise. We cannot list our personal sites as sponsors on other web pages so I'm really not too sure how I'm supposed to get business there.

Did anyone go to the workshop at conference that covered this?

Thanks.
Phyllis Rampulla
Independent Sales Director
www.pamperedchef.biz/phyllisramp
 
I find that I'm having the same problem. I use Constant Contact to design and distribute my monthly newsletters. There are links all through the newsletter directing people to my site. I am able to pull stats through the constant contact website to see how many people have linked through and the numbers are really low. I've even added a recipe corner to my website where I change the recipe monthly...... :confused:
 
I have the website on everything that I hand out and on my email signature.

I don't get a lot of feedback but I can tell from conversations with hosts and guests that people do look at it and I have been told that some have it bookmarked. I wish we had some kind of counter on it so we would know how often people look in.
 
I kicked off my 1st fundraiser Tues p.m. and already have one order from the web site...(this is Thurs)
 
I posted this in another thread, but someone got this from conference.

Post your newsletter on your website. Send your guests an email saying it has been updated. Also include a sentence saying the first 5 people to contact you directly from your site will get a free Season' Best (or whatever you want).
 
PamperedGinger said:
I posted this in another thread, but someone got this from conference.

Post your newsletter on your website. Send your guests an email saying it has been updated. Also include a sentence saying the first 5 people to contact you directly from your site will get a free Season' Best (or whatever you want).
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I was thinking about doing that, but I'm really trying to re-format my newsletter into a much more appealing "newsletter" format. The thing I may do instead of posting it on my website is instead of emailing the guests from my shows the recipes I prepare (which I usually do, and when I started doing this and asking for email address almost EVERYONE does), is to post it on my website. I don't make the same recipe for all shows though, so I 'm not sure the best way to do this. Maybe I'll post a bunch of recipes in one section. I'm not sure..... :confused:
 
On what part of your website will you post the newsletter? I think it's a great idea but need some help. :confused:
Two of my consultants took the website workshop at conference, and the bottom line is this: tell everyone you come in contact with to "go to my website". All your contact info is on there plus all the extras. I, too, have my website on everything from business cards to catalogs, to the magnetic signs that are on my car. There's no way someone can't get to my site.

Jill Wright
Director, Benicia, CA
www.pamperedchef.biz/jillscooking
[email protected]
 
How do you post your newsletter to the website?I have a link to my website that I send to all my customers, but I can't get it to go on my website. I lose all the grapics. It doesn't look nice. I would love the idea of them going on the website to read the newsletter. Thanks Laura
 
Okay Ginger...how do you do your newsletter on your website? Do you copy/paste it or is there someplace on the actual site to do it. I always just use word to do my newsletter. I have a hard time getting pictures in it, so I don't usually put any. I list the specials for the current and next 2 months, the benefits of hosting a show, a recipe and my contact information. Any other suggestions?

Shawnna
 
I didn't do a newsletter this past month, but will next month. I will just make a page that says September newsletter. I will copy and paste it there.
 
Laura1293 said:
I have a link to my website that I send to all my customers, but I can't get it to go on my website. I lose all the grapics. It doesn't look nice. I would love the idea of them going on the website to read the newsletter. Thanks Laura
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The downside is you only get the one graphic to insert. The upside is they might stay and browse a while.
 
Personal Web site question ?I was online trying to sign up for the website -
can you only do it once you get your PC debit card?

sonia
 
you can only pay for itwith your PC debit card or The Pampered Chef Credit Card. I believe. If you dont have your PC debit card yet , but have applied I believe you can call HO and they can give you the number, so you could set up the web site ! :)
 
Another way I get people to view my website is to do a Website Scavenger Hunt. I post the rules in my email newsletter, and attach the scavenger hunt file. Here's what I had for August.
 

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Thanks for all the repliesThanks for the good ideas. I do make sure to have my website on everything I hand out, but I've never tried the newsletter idea on the site. I think I'll do it for September.

I also LOVE the scavenger hunt idea. Thanks!
 
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web siteI just got my web site last night. Does anyone know how to check if you have orders? Someone also said you can check how many people have been on your web site. Does anyone know how to do that also? Thanks in advance
Candy McIntyre
Maine Consultant
 
I don't believe there's a way to track how many people visit your website. I saw that mentioned here awhile back, but I'm not sure if that was accurate.

As far as checking to see if someone placed an order, you will get an email when some places an order on your website. There was ONE time that I didn't receive the email, but the other way you can check is going to CC, then Personal Website. On the drop down menu for "work with a current show" choose all shows, then it'll show all your current shows set up on your website. You'll be able to see in the column "# of reviewed/unreviewed web orders" that if there's a # in the first slot, then you have an order that you haven't reviewed. You can also click on the "web orders" icon.

You still have to manually enter any web orders into PP. If you want to test it to see what happens when you place an order, go onto your website and enter an order on a host's show just to test it out. Be sure to tell the host you're doing this because I believe it generates an email to her as well when someone places an order. THen you can see how it comes through in an email to you, as well as how it shows up under "work with your shows." Hope this wasn't too confusing! :)
 
Mass EmailingFirst of all, thanx Becky for the above info on how to track your orders. I just got my website a couple days ago and was going to post that question! I need to send out a mass emailing to all my customers announcing my website - any ideas on what to say?
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are effective strategies for driving traffic to my personal Pampered Chef website?

Effective strategies include utilizing social media platforms to share recipes and cooking tips, engaging with your audience through live cooking demonstrations, and leveraging email marketing to keep your customers informed about new products and promotions. Additionally, consider collaborating with influencers or hosting virtual parties to expand your reach.

How can I use social media to promote my personal website?

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How can I leverage email marketing to increase traffic to my website?

Email marketing can be a powerful tool for driving traffic. Build a mailing list by offering incentives like exclusive recipes or discounts. Send regular newsletters featuring new products, promotions, and valuable content that encourages recipients to visit your website. Personalizing emails can also improve engagement and click-through rates.

What are some common mistakes to avoid when trying to drive traffic to my website?

Common mistakes include neglecting to engage with your audience, failing to optimize your website for mobile users, and not tracking your website's analytics to understand visitor behavior. Additionally, avoid being overly promotional without providing value; focus on building relationships and trust with your audience instead.

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