Hosting a Show in a New Neighborhood: Tips for Consultants

[melaniepc]

do you hit up your neighbors to do shows? I just moved here two months ago and we live on a long street. I was thinking of trying to do up a flyer or something letting them know I am a consultant. How do you get it to them though? Do you go door to door?

 

[cathyskitchen]

Re: neighbors?I wouldn't bother with a flyer - they'll just throw it out. If you can get out and take a walk around your block between 6pm -8pm, you might be able to catch a lot of people out and about. I'd just strike up conversations with them (if you have a dog, walk the dog as an excuse!). You could carry some business cards in your pocket (so it doesn't look like you're OBVIOUSLY out soliciting, which may not be legal in your neighborhood) and just introduce yourself as the new neighbor and tell them what you do and how you're trying to start up you're new business but just need a few people to help you get started.

You could also try mailing postcards to them to invite them to a fall preview show at your home, but that depends on if you have the new products or if you really want to do a show in your own home.

 

[raebates]

Re: neighbors?I can't help. I live in the middle of nowhere. I have no neighbors.

 

[melaniepc]

Re: neighbors?I am just trying really hard to get the ball going.. I have hit up all my friends and family already lol

 

[Mr. Pampered Chef]

Re: neighbors?I live in a town house complex, and have made a flyer to hand out, it has helped somewhat, a few phone calls, but no bookings, I also know it's summer (slow) once people turn to the fall it should pick up. there are a ton of flyer files in the file section that you can take and edit. Good Luck

 

[stacywhitlow]

Re: neighbors?

I can't help. I live in the middle of nowhere. I have no neighbors.

I do too. I had to go to other neighborhoods & put out surveys. I did have lots of luck with that though.

What about taking some mini catalogs with you as well. Introduce yourself & what you do.

 

[Intrepid_Chef]

Re: neighbors?I have not had a lot of luck with hitting up my neighbors ... the ones nearest me are poor, the others are snooty!

 

[pampered.chris]

Re: neighbors?In my neighborhood we have about 30+ houses and only about a 1/4 of them know me and know I sell PC. They are regular customers and some have hosted before. There is only one way in and out and you have to pass my house to get to anything, so I have been considering buying a yard sign and putting it out for people to see.