Holiday Letters for January Hosts......

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the practice of sending holiday letters to January hosts, with participants sharing their experiences and resources related to this approach. Some users express a desire to find or update letters from previous years, while others share their strategies for booking January shows early.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions having a successful series of letters last year to remind January hosts amid the holiday busyness.
  • Another participant shares letters from 2006, noting they need updating before use.
  • One user describes their director's practice of personalizing and mailing letters if January bookings are secured by Thanksgiving.
  • Another participant emphasizes the importance of having January booked by Thanksgiving, sharing that doing so reduced their stress during the holidays.
  • One participant mentions using postcards printed on cardstock as an alternative method for communication.
  • Another user, new to Pampered Chef, expresses enthusiasm for the information shared and plans to print out the letters for review.
  • One participant notes that many potential hosts may defer booking until after the holidays, which can hinder January bookings.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the effectiveness of booking strategies, with some participants supporting the idea of early bookings while others share varying experiences regarding their directors' approaches.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and strategies related to booking January shows and the use of holiday letters, reflecting a range of familiarity with the process.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for ideas on how to engage January hosts during the holiday season may find the shared experiences and resources beneficial.

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Last year I had a great series of letters to send throughout the Holiday season to January Hosts.....to keep them from forgetting about their show in all of the busyness of the season.

I can't find them now - and would love to start getting these ready....does anyone have them saved from last year?

Thanks!
 
Letters from 2006Here's what I have. They have not been updated, so make sure you do that before you print them off! My director suggested that I have January completely booked by Thanksgiving and I didn't totally believe her. My January and February this year sucked! You bet I'm listening this year!!!
 

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These are from a couple years ago - but either way you'd need to update them for the date and your personal info etc.

My director offers to do these for us if we have our January bookings by Thanksgiving. She prints them up and personalizes them for us and just mails it to us. Then all we need to do is address envelopes and send them out at the appropriate time. It is a nice little incentive to get January booked early so you don't have to worry about it during the holidays.

Unfortunately I am missing some of the recipe amounts due to my using a Mac computer (this was addressed on another thread). If anyone knows them and can tell us - that would be great!
 

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THANKS! I can use these to update and work from!

And Kate - my director has always stressed having January booked by Thanksgiving. The first couple years I didn't listen to her, and the last 3 I did - it really is the truth! It also helped tremendously last year to have the letters to send during the Holidays. I only had one cancellation in January!

Oh - and I had them all ready, in the envelopes and addressed Thanksgiving Weekend! Less stress for me that way!
 
I use postcards - I print them up on card stock

You'll need t oupdate these as they are from last year
 

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this is the most amazing website. i am still new to pchef and i have not heard these words from my director. i am printing all these out to take a look at them. i better get busy!!!

thanks for all the great info
 
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tpasto said:
this is the most amazing website. i am still new to pchef and i have not heard these words from my director. i am printing all these out to take a look at them. i better get busy!!!

thanks for all the great info
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The reasoning behind being booked by T-giving is that after that, everyone is so much in busy Holiday mode, that it's too much for them to think about booking.....they will say "Oh call me after Christmas, and maybe I'll book".......but that doesn't happen very often.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Holiday Letters for January Hosts?

Holiday Letters for January Hosts are promotional materials designed to encourage Pampered Chef consultants to reach out to potential hosts in January. These letters typically highlight the benefits of hosting a party during the holiday season, including exclusive offers and product discounts.

How can I use Holiday Letters effectively?

To use Holiday Letters effectively, personalize them with your own touch, such as adding a handwritten note or including a special offer. Make sure to highlight the benefits of hosting a party, such as earning free products and having fun with friends and family.

What should I include in my Holiday Letter?

Your Holiday Letter should include a warm greeting, a brief introduction about the benefits of hosting a Pampered Chef party, details about any special promotions for January hosts, and a call to action encouraging the recipient to book a party with you.

Can I send Holiday Letters via email?

Yes, you can send Holiday Letters via email. Just make sure to format the letter in a visually appealing way and include any necessary links or attachments. Personalizing the email can also help increase engagement.

Are there any specific promotions for January hosts?

Yes, Pampered Chef often runs special promotions for January hosts, such as discounts on products, exclusive host rewards, and additional bonuses for booking parties during this time. Be sure to check the latest promotions on the Pampered Chef website or through your consultant resources.

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