Home Office: Supplies Checklist?

[Joelen]

Hi everyone,

I did a few searches for checklists/lists on suggestion office supplies to have on hand but nothing came up with a definitive list I could take to the store.

Does anyone have one, especially geared to a new consultant? TIA!

 

[chefann]

It really depends on how you want to run your business.

And that's a loaded question, with all the office supply junkies on here!

My list would be:
30-up printable labels (for catalogs, etc)
paper clips
staples & stapler
pens
manila file folders
post its
large (9x12) envelopes for host packs, mailing host packs, and mailing receipts/catalogs (you can get logo ones from Merrill, but they're pricey)
pencil case or small box to take pens to shows
pencil case or pouch for change/checks at shows
half-size envelopes (6x9 - I use these for returning invite labels and collecting orders - I address them to me, stamp them, and put them in host packs)
colored paper - for running off specials, etc. If you get the variety packs you can have a different color for each month without having oodles of paper around the office

I'm sure there's more...

 

[cmdtrgd]

Make sure to get the supply booster and look at the packages you can get through Merrill - there is a New Consultant one.Also, check out StickingtoBusiness.com and TheBooster.com for stickers and postcards.

 

[jenniferknapp]

I really like my index card sorter, with the dividers...I put a post it note on each tab with the host's name and then file my drawing slips away that way! Another idea with the post it notes....get the small bitty ones and then put a little stack on each month of your planner. When someone books a party, put a post-it note on the square and write their info (and the date) on the note. This way when they reschedule (Because a lot will!) you can up and move the note and your calendar still looks nice. Also, you can put blank ones on the dates that you want to try to fill. This way at a show when you are trying to get someone to book a show, you can easily see what dates are open and good with your schedule.

 

[AnaCash]

Hi there! As a fellow Pampered Chef consultant, I can definitely help you out with this! Here is a checklist of essential office supplies that I always have on hand:1. Pens and pencils
2. Notepads or sticky notes
3. Stapler and staples
4. Paper clips
5. Scissors
6. Tape
7. Calculator
8. Folders or binders for organizing paperwork
9. Postage stamps or a postage scale
10. Business cards
11. Envelopes
12. Printer paper and ink cartridges
13. Shipping materials (such as bubble wrap or padded envelopes)
14. Address labels
15. Whiteboard and dry erase markers (great for planning and brainstorming)
16. Planner or calendar for scheduling parties and events
17. Laptop or tablet for accessing digital resources and presentations
18. Presentation materials (such as catalogs, order forms, and hostess packets)
19. Thank you cards or notes to send to customers
20. A positive attitude and a can-do attitude! I hope this helps, and best of luck with your Pampered Chef journey! Let me know if you have any other questions or need any other suggestions. Happy cooking!