Gift-Giving Etiquette for Demos: A Newbie's Guide

[pamperedkel]

Just wondering, Do any of you present a gift to your host at the beginning of your demo? I think I read somewhere that this is a good idea. If so, what do you give?

P.S. I'm new to this forum and LOVE it!!!

 

[kcjodih]

I give the current Season's Best to the host as a thank you. I write a little note of thanks in the inside cover, sign it and staple my business card inside. I know that some consultants have the book passed around so that everyone can sign it but I just give it to her with a note from me.

 

[gbirkes]

I will be starting my PC business this July and I decided to give the host the usual "season's best" and a pen with my personal information on it. Does that seem corney? If anyone has any other ideas I would love to hear them.

 

[Chef Kearns]

Gifts for hosts

In my hostess packet which is a folder with brads in the middle there is also a cut-out for business cards. I bought business card magnets at Wal-Mart for $4/25. I put one magnet business card in there.

At the show I also use the Season's Best recipe collection. I have the guests pass it around. I tell them to write a note appropriate for the host. They always giggle at that, like she's a bad girl or something. Anyway...

I don't think it is corny to give her a pen with your info on it. That way your name is always in front of her. After her show she might throw all of the paperwork away, but she'll still have the pen. I think it's a good idea!

Good luck with your business!