Get Tips on Engaging with People at a Big Fair Event | Trish in Texas

[Trish1953]

I've got a big fair event on Saturday. There may be as many as 1,000 people there. I am wondering what questions to ask folks that approach? Or else, the best way to make contact wth bypassers. I've usually offered a free recipe. And, will have the information out for the Wedding Sweepstakes, a few products (including the HWC items). I am planning on trying to get my calender filled up. Any ideas appreciated.

Trish in Texas
Consultant

 

[hoosierchef]

My directory just told me to be sure to have a Raffle. That draws people in. I'm debating doing a booth with a fellow consultant at a local festival next month.

 

[DebbieJ]

I always ask if they are familiar with PC and then when was the last time they were at a show. If it's been a while, then I talk up the new stuff and how they should get their friends together.

 

[Trish1953]

I've got a raffle. Small batter bowl with some smaller items in it.

Trish in Texas
Consultant

 

[nickywsn]

ok....dumb question here....when you have a raffle do you just take names/info on door prize slip. There are no tickets to buy right??? I'm guessing you have it posted saying what time the winner will be drawn.

 

[Trish1953]

Just collect information on door prize slips. Announce winner at a pre-selected time.

Trish in Texas
Consutant

 

[beepampered]

We always have a "big" prize like a stone or such with slips to fill out. When people walk by, I say, "would you like to register to win a free prize?" This gets people interested. While they fill out their forms (or I offer to do it for them if they have full hands or need glasses), I ask if they have an PC items, what do they like, have they ever hosted a show, etc. As they leave, I say, "good luck - hope you win."

Then, I call them to say they won a free prize - a show with ingredients provided.

 

[Chef Kearns]

"Are you familiar with The Pampered Chef?"

If yes, "Do you have a consultant that you work with?" Then go from there!

 

[ltkacz]

My fair successI've always only given away a "free" kitchen show (meaning I bring the ingredients). That way the people who are entering the drawing are serious about PC. The rest just want the free products. That seems to always work well. I also give out a recipe and a mini catalog to everyone who comes up. I have recruit information laying on the table as wel as business cards and old catalogs (I have new ones only if they are persistant about it).

I have found that the more people you have crowded around the table, the better off you are. People will think it's something major going on and will want to come over.

I ask if they are familar with PC, and go from there. If they are, last time hosted, if they are not explain to them. Offer the opportunity - always. Typically when I do a booth of the size you are talking about (with the exception of a bridal show booth) I've ended up with at least a few orders and at least 4-5 bookings right on the spot. Then I work the raffle repsonses for the rest of the bookings.