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[ChefBeckyD]

I pass around the host/guest special sheet - I don't make copies of it, except for host packets.

 

[chefann]

That's what I do, too. I usually laminate the one from the CN (since my color printer prints poorly), and pass that around.

 

[climbercanoe3]

I have to print mine out to, because I do not get the CN until the middle to the end of the month. UGH!

 

[dannyzmom]

I wouldn't print out the guest specials for all of them. Think of how many pieces of paper you have to print out per month only to toss them out at the end of the month.

But I need something for the inside back cover...the guest specials would be so perfect...I could do it cheaper if I printed the following months' specials on the other side - then it's 1/2 as many sheets since I am using each sheet for two months?

 

[chefann]

You could print the "10 reasons not to host" for some, and fundraiser info for others. Then you don't have to change them out at all.

 

[ChefBeckyD]

But I need something for the inside back cover...the guest specials would be so perfect...I could do it cheaper if I printed the following months' specials on the other side - then it's 1/2 as many sheets since I am using each sheet for two months?

What about the bookings benefit flyer - those are cheap on the supply order form - and could be used all season!

 

[wadesgirl]

What about the bookings benefit flyer - those are cheap on the supply order form - and could be used all season!

I was going to suggest this. I think it would work better. If you do two month's worth of guest specials, then someone may want a guest special they cannot have.

 

[dannyzmom]

You could print the "10 reasons not to host" for some, and fundraiser info for others. Then you don't have to change them out at all.

Ooooooh - or to run with a combo of everyone's ideas - how 'bout the month;y specials in a few, the reasons to host in a few and the show benefits in a few and let people eac hshow what they have!?!?
Too complicated? or what do ya'll think?

 

[chefann]

That's what I did on my lap boards when I used them. The person with that month's guest special had to read it 3 times during the show, and got an SBRC as a thanks.

 

[ChefMoore]

Dannyzmom, I LOVE your folders. I am going to staples to get some today. I already have the clear inserts. I currently have flimsy 2 pocket folders made up, but I only have about 10 of them so some people end up with folders and others just with the catalog. I like to include flyers in the folders too, so I think this will be a great way to do it and keep everything in good condition so I don't have to replace things so much. I'm thinking about putting an extra clear page in with the catalog that has flyers on fundraisers and wedding registries (I always forget to talk about them at shows and I don't think a lot of my customers know about them!) Anyways, thanks for the great idea!

 

[dannyzmom]

Dannyzmom, I LOVE your folders. I am going to staples to get some today. I already have the clear inserts. I currently have flimsy 2 pocket folders made up, but I only have about 10 of them so some people end up with folders and others just with the catalog. I like to include flyers in the folders too, so I think this will be a great way to do it and keep everything in good condition so I don't have to replace things so much. I'm thinking about putting an extra clear page in with the catalog that has flyers on fundraisers and wedding registries (I always forget to talk about them at shows and I don't think a lot of my customers know about them!) Anyways, thanks for the great idea!

Thanks ChefMoore.
I am still not sure how I feel about them. I have made up 10 so far...it was going faster when my mom was doing them with me...but now, with the computer righ there and all you Cheffers to distract me (LOL) I am moving much slower. They are bulky. Take up much more space than regular cattys...that concerns me.ie: my stack of 10 of these things take up as much space on my shelf as a stack of 60 catalogs...
hmmmmmm
Will be trying the mout at a show on Saturday adn will let ya'll know how they go over with the guests.
One of my team members was over yesterday and loved them - hopefully my guests and hosts will feel the same! LOL

 

[ChefBeckyD]

Thanks ChefMoore.
I am still not sure how I feel about them. I have made up 10 so far...it was going faster when my mom was doing them with me...but now, with the computer righ there and all you Cheffers to distract me (LOL) I am moving much slower. They are bulky. Take up much more space than regular cattys...that concerns me.ie: my stack of 10 of these things take up as much space on my shelf as a stack of 60 catalogs...
hmmmmmm
Will be trying the mout at a show on Saturday adn will let ya'll know how they go over with the guests.
One of my team members was over yesterday and loved them - hopefully my guests and hosts will feel the same! LOL

I really want to do this - but I'm letting you be my guinea pig, Carolyn.

I'll be watching this thread to see how it goes for you before I make my final decision.!

 

[dannyzmom]

I really want to do this - but I'm letting you be my guinea pig, Carolyn.

I'll be watching this thread to see how it goes for you before I make my final decision.!

I'll keep you posted!:blushing:

 

[wadesgirl]

Not to rain on your parade Carolyn but don't forget, you'll have to change them all again in less than two months! This is probably the biggest reason I've never tried anything like this - too much to keep up with every 6 months.

 

[pamperedposey]

At this point I would wait until March to try it. Carolyn you should do a trial run with your 10 and wait to do your 100 until Feb when you can get the new catalogs. I'd hate to have to refill them all next month.

 

[pamperedposey]

Not to rain on your parade Carolyn but don't forget, you'll have to change them all again in less than two months! This is probably the biggest reason I've never tried anything like this - too much to keep up with every 6 months.

Somehow I didn't see your post until after mine?? Great minds, huh?

 

[dannyzmom]

At this point I would wait until March to try it. Carolyn you should do a trial run with your 10 and wait to do your 100 until Feb when you can get the new catalogs. I'd hate to have to refill them all next month.

I am making 20 for right now because I have several big shows coming up before the changeover. And I think each season I'll only make 25 unless I have higher attendance shows at which point I'll assemble a few more.

 

[mamidu]

Mary Anne, call your recruiter and Director NOW and tell them that you would like training! Sometimes people don't know that their downline is ready for training. I know I struggle with that. I don't want to be a pest, so I leave them alone, when they would appreciate training and info. In the end, we all lose. So call them and tell them that you're ready for more.

I thought about calling her. When I spoke to her on Friday, she told me she would call me on Monday to start training. But, she works around her 9 mo old sleep schedule and her husband is home for an hour in the afternoon. I was going to call he today and let her know I want to get moving on this, but she is now on her way to Leadership Summit. I understand that I started at a bad time, but I still really excited and anxious to get started. We do have a cluster meeting on Monday so I am hopeful that things will start moving forward at that point. My DH is a little skeptical about me selling PC and I think he is getting ready for the "I told you so!" I am not about to let that happen. Thank god I have this site. I have learned SO much and have so many ideas that I can't wait to use and try.

 

[letscook04]

Ok, I just went to Staples and brought the 10 cent two-pocket poly folders. The only color they had was Pink!

 

[dannyzmom]

Ok, I just went to Staples and brought the 10 cent two-pocket poly folders. The only color they had was Pink!

When I went my store had none so they called another local store for me and THEY had 700 - all assorted colors. I bough 100 in all different colors - teal, khaki, yellow, peach, pink...

 

[letscook04]

When I went my store had none so they called another local store for me and THEY had 700 - all assorted colors. I bough 100 in all different colors - teal, khaki, yellow, peach, pink...

GET OUT!!! Maybe I will try another store tomorrow!

 

[dannyzmom]

***update***Ok - last night I used my new catalog packet thingies for a show. They got GREAT reviews!!!
I let the girls know at the beginning that this was my 1st time trying them out. I had 1 past host and 1 past guest in attendance.
As I was leaving the house it occurred to me tha tguests like to fold in pages or circle items and that thsi would be impossible now. So I grabbed 2 stacks of tiny-sticky-notes and brought them along.
When I handed out the packets and pens, I also gave each guest a small stack of stickies.
Everyone RAVED about the ease of turning pages quickly and how the stickies helped them mark what they wanted to buy. They all LOVED the fact that trees are being saved as well. About 5 guests (of the 15 in attendance) took catalogs home with them. I got three bookings - two for February and 1 for March...and one very stong recruit lead!
This mornign I went thru the packs and replenished with new order forms and business cards (I was impressed with how many people took my biz cards!! and I am thinking maybe I should ut magnetic biz cards in there instead of regualr ones...let chance of them getting tossed..opinions???)

 

[mamidu]

That's great news! Congrats!

 

[Dayna]

dannyzmom
I can't tell from the picture but did you cut the catalog and put each page in a page protectore? I was thinking of seeing how much it would cost to get 10 or so catalogs laminated/binded and us them at the shows. Then if someone wanted a catalog then I would have extras

 

[dannyzmom]

dannyzmom
I can't tell from the picture but did you cut the catalog and put each page in a page protectore? I was thinking of seeing how much it would cost to get 10 or so catalogs laminated/binded and us them at the shows. Then if someone wanted a catalog then I would have extras

I took the staples out of the catalog and cut them down the binding, then slipped them into page protector.

 

[wadesgirl]

I bought 10 folders myself yesterday! Couldn't find them at first they were tucked clear up on a top shelf. They did have a lot left though, should have bought more but oh well. I use these folders for my host packets so I purchased a box of 200 sheet protectors for only $10 on sale also. I put the host information in those so they don't get lost.

Carolyn - I like the idea of the sticky notes, I may use that with my regular catalogs. I purchase business card magents for cheap at Office Max with our discount card. I do need to buy more, I like giving them to my hosts but never thought about giving them to my guests. I do give a business card out to each guest when they check out so they have my information.

 

[dannyzmom]

I bought 10 folders myself yesterday! Couldn't find them at first they were tucked clear up on a top shelf. They did have a lot left though, should have bought more but oh well. I use these folders for my host packets so I purchased a box of 200 sheet protectors for only $10 on sale also. I put the host information in those so they don't get lost.

Carolyn - I like the idea of the sticky notes, I may use that with my regular catalogs. I purchase business card magents for cheap at Office Max with our discount card. I do need to buy more, I like giving them to my hosts but never thought about giving them to my guests. I do give a business card out to each guest when they check out so they have my information.

I have always only given magnet cards to my hosts but with SO many guests taking my biz cards last night (which is a good thing--except I know about 70% of them will go in the trash), I am thinking that if I put mag-cards in there, there is a better chance the guests will not throw them away!

 

[wadesgirl]

I have always only given magnet cards to my hosts but with SO many guests taking my biz cards last night (which is a good thing--except I know about 70% of them will go in the trash), I am thinking that if I put mag-cards in there, there is a better chance the guests will not throw them away!

And if they actually put you on their fridge, more of a chance they'll think to call you if they need anything! I have a Tastefully Simple business card on my fridge from a lady I met this summer at a booth that I need to call because we ran out of Garlic Garlic. I wish I remembered what the discount was on the magnets, it was pretty good and made it very reasonable when I did 50 of them.

 

[dannyzmom]

And if they actually put you on their fridge, more of a chance they'll think to call you if they need anything! I have a Tastefully Simple business card on my fridge from a lady I met this summer at a booth that I need to call because we ran out of Garlic Garlic. I wish I remembered what the discount was on the magnets, it was pretty good and made it very reasonable when I did 50 of them.

I stock up on the magent sticky-backs at Office Depot/Staples/Office Max when they go on sale

 

[CookingwithMary]

On another note, here's a different take that I started using two months ago...so far I LOVE it. I made two "permanent" catalogs, using 1/2" binders with the clear sleeves on the front and back.

Following your lead, I do this too! Really helpful.

Have also made a show folder, which incorporates the recipe of the evening--in large font, easy to read. (Sometimes I have a guest participate by reading the recipe). Also use mini post it flags to highlight items I want to mention (Such as Round Up).

Thanks!:chef: