Help Needed: Short $450 of $5000 Sales Goal Before July 30th!

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around a participant seeking advice on how to reach a sales goal of $5000 before the end of their first 90 days as a Pampered Chef consultant. Various strategies and personal experiences are shared by other participants to help achieve this target.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses feeling hesitant to ask past hosts for additional orders after they recently hosted shows.
  • Another participant suggests reaching out to friends and family to inform them of the sales goal and offering discounts for orders.
  • Several users mention the idea of creating themed sales events, such as a "Christmas in July" sale, to encourage orders.
  • One participant shares their experience of contacting local businesses to collect orders, emphasizing the importance of asking permission first.
  • Another participant notes the potential for gift certificates to be ordered, which could help meet the sales goal without requiring physical products.
  • Some participants discuss the logistics of approaching local offices and the likelihood of success based on their previous experiences.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best approach to soliciting orders from local businesses, with some participants advocating for direct contact while others express caution about the appropriateness of the approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants share their personal experiences and strategies based on their individual circumstances, including recent relocations and varying levels of familiarity with local communities.

Who May Find This Useful

New consultants or those looking to boost their sales may find the shared experiences and strategies relevant to their own efforts in reaching sales goals.

PCSarahjm
PCSarahjm
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My First 90 Days ends on July 30th.... After I submit a show tomorrow I will be around $450 short of reaching $5000 in sales in my first 90 days. If there is some way of pulling the $$$ out of my you know what I would...I don't feel like I can hound my past host for help since they just hosted a show. Do you fellow cheffers have any good ideas???? Please help
 
Call everyone (guests, hosts, friends and family, etc.) and tell them you are SOOO close to "winning" a contest. Ask them if they would like to get any gifts for anyone who has a birthday or other event coming up and if they could ask their friends. You could offer 10% off or something...

YOU could also do some early holiday or other gift shopping to make up whatever you don't get.

Offer the host benefits to the person who gets you the most orders...
 
Anyone from your list of 100 who didn't host or attend a show already? Give them a call and mention that you're close to meeting a goal, and would appreciate an order. Give them a little gift (like a SBRC added to the order) of they order more than, say, $75.
 
Do an xmas in July sale for Monday?

Let your friends and family all know how close you are to a goal in an email doing a phone/online show?

Look at any upcoming occasions where you will need to buy gifts and create a show with each gift ordered under the giftees name but shipped to your address.

Pamper a local business tomorrow. Maybe your doctor's office or some other place you freqeunt regularly. Bring in food, catalogs, and order forms, and talk to the receptionist about being the host and collecting orders for you from co-workers and clients. Monday, stop by to pick up the orders praying that it makes a show.
 
tlennhoff said:
Pamper a local business tomorrow. Maybe your doctor's office or some other place you freqeunt regularly. Bring in food, catalogs, and order forms, and talk to the receptionist about being the host and collecting orders for you from co-workers and clients. Monday, stop by to pick up the orders praying that it makes a show.
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Wait...i'm confused! Do you call the office BEFORE taking all the food and stuff? Will they usually do it??

Jessica, who is new:)
 
Call the office and ask the receptionist if you can pamper their business, then when you get there ask about leaving catalogs and her hosting a quick catalog show.
 
ooh...isn't that a bit tricky! I mean, shouldn't you tell them ahead of time you want to do a mini-party?
 
I could be misremembering how people do this. Unfortunately I can't seem to find the previous threads/files on this theme. Hopefully someone more familiare with "pampering a business" will show up soon and set us straight.
 
From a doctor's office point of view I would go to the smaller office's. Either way call and talk with the office manager and you might could do something during lunch. They maybe out there but the office's I have worked at don't turn away food. I bet if you call the offices you go to and/or your kids pediatrician more than likely you would get orders and talk with someone you know from that office.
 
Good idea, but I just moved from VA to AL, and I don't know people yet...
 
To add to what Beth said, remind people that they can order GIFT CERTIFICATES for your show... it doesn't have to be products...
 
jsnow said:
Good idea, but I just moved from VA to AL, and I don't know people yet...
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It is a good way to "get out" in the neighborhood and meet some people at local businesses. Just tell them you are new to the area and want to establish contacts and grow your business.

Almost ALL doctor/dentist/chiropractor/etc. offices have regular times set aside for drug reps/vendors to bring in food. And since they are used to having these times as sales pitches, it is really not going to surprise them that you want to do the same. (I'm sure non-medical business are the same way... but can't say for sure since I've never worked at one.)

If you feel funny about it, maybe ask to do a quick demo (put together a trifle, finish off strawberry amaretto pastries, top off a cool veggie pizza, etc.) so that you feel like you did a mini-show and aren't sneaking up on them when asking for orders.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What strategies can I use to reach my $5000 sales goal before July 30th?

To reach your sales goal, consider hosting a virtual party or a pop-up event. Utilize social media to promote your Pampered Chef products, share recipes, and engage with your audience. Offer special promotions or discounts for orders placed before the deadline. Additionally, reach out to previous customers for reorders and referrals.

Can I ask friends and family for help in reaching my sales goal?

Absolutely! Friends and family can be a great support system. Share your goal with them and ask if they would be willing to host a party or make a purchase. They may also help spread the word to their networks, increasing your reach.

What products are currently popular that I should focus on selling?

Focus on seasonal items or best-sellers that align with current cooking trends. Check the Pampered Chef website or your sales reports for insights on which products are in demand. Highlight these items in your promotions and parties to attract more customers.

How can I effectively promote my sales goal on social media?

Create engaging posts that share your sales goal and the benefits of Pampered Chef products. Use eye-catching images, videos, and customer testimonials. Consider hosting a giveaway or a flash sale to incentivize purchases. Regularly update your followers on your progress to keep them engaged and motivated to help you reach your goal.

What if I don't reach my sales goal by July 30th?

If you don't reach your goal, don't be discouraged. Use it as a learning experience to identify what worked and what didn't. Analyze your strategies and adjust for future goals. Remember, building a successful direct sales business takes time and persistence, and every effort contributes to your overall growth.

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