How Did I Achieve My First $1,000 Show?

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around a participant's achievement of hosting their first $1,000 show, with various members sharing their reactions, personal experiences, and insights related to hosting successful shows.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, celebrated their first $1,000 show, noting the fun atmosphere but mentioning a lack of bookings and HWC item sales.
  • Several participants expressed excitement and congratulations for the achievement, sharing their happiness for the original poster.
  • One participant noted that they also struggle with securing bookings from larger shows, indicating it is a common experience.
  • Another participant shared that host involvement can significantly impact bookings, recounting a successful experience where the host actively encouraged attendees to book shows.
  • One participant mentioned the effectiveness of promoting catalog shows, sharing their success in securing multiple catalog shows from smaller orders.
  • Another participant recounted a humorous moment during a show that contributed to its success, highlighting the importance of engaging hosts and guests.
  • Several participants reflected on the excitement of achieving $1,000 shows and the positive impact on their commissions.
  • One participant shared that once the first $1,000 show is achieved, subsequent shows tend to follow, although not necessarily every month.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

While many participants expressed support and shared similar experiences regarding the challenges of securing bookings, there is no clear consensus on the effectiveness of specific strategies, as experiences varied widely.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and insights from various consultants regarding hosting shows, with a focus on the challenges and successes encountered in achieving higher sales.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for shared experiences and insights on hosting successful shows and navigating challenges related to bookings and sales may find this discussion beneficial.

jasonmva
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FINALLY!!!!! I had my first $1,000 show last night (currently at $1,114 and growing...she has quite a few more outside orders). The show was a hoot...I don't think I ever cracked so many jokes and make people laugh at a show like that. Unfortunately there were no bookings from it and no HWC items were sold (yet) but we will see.
 
:D :D :D WOO HOOO!!!!:D :D Great job!! I am so happy for you!!
 
Way to go, Jason!

I hear ya on the bookings--happens at my big shows, too--but I can't believe no one bought HWC stuff! Maybe they don't like pink. *shrug*
 
Great Job Jason!! That's fantastic!!!
 
I'm happy for you. Love those fun shows.
 
Congratulations!!!!!! Great Job!
 
I seem to always have the problem with no one booking from my larger shows too so dont feel bad.
 
I think sometimes with bigger shows, you REALLY need the hosts help there. I had a bigger show and the host literally told everyone twice "I want the Ultimate Mandoline & Carafe and wouldn't mind more stones. So who is booking in March & April?". Two people left with host packets (Feb & March) and my host called later that a friend wanted to do a show and she informed her it would be in April. It doesn't always work, but it was amazing b/c the two at the show came up with their orders and told ME that they wanted to do a show. I didn't have to ask!
 
I always make sure to mention that they can book a catalog show too -- and talk up the host bonus items. In April I got three catalog shows from people who otherwise wouldn't have hosted because they wanted the trifle bowl or carafe... they weren't huge shows (in the $200-300 range) but they got the host what they wanted and I rebooked future catalog shows with two and a cooking show with the third for later this summer (easy once they saw how easy it was to do
 
Jason, that's FABULOUS!!! Go you!
 
Way to go Jason! Congrats!
 
Definitely talk up catalog shows. People think that they HAVE to do a home show and if you have 3 smaller catalog shows, you make the same as a good home show! I do that too and tell them if they want a host special, just collect $150 in orders. It's amazing how many times they end up being $600-$1000 shows!! Oh and great job, Jason. $1000 shows are so exciting! I've only just started having more of them and I swear I do a little dance each time. People don't part with money easily in my area, but outside orders can make a HUGE difference!
 
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My host was cracking me up...she kept telling EVERYBODY they should have a show. There were some PC veteran customers there who already have almost everything but still ended up buying something. What helped make this show huge is I had a customer by BOTH the 5 & 7 pc Executive Set. You should have seen my eyes pop out of my head when she told me to add it to her already exisiting order.
 
Jealous. Very jealous. But, I'm also incredibly happy for you.
 
Jason that is awesome! Isn't it shows like those that make all the other frustrations worth it?!?! CONGRATS!!! :)
 
jasonmva said:
My host was cracking me up...she kept telling EVERYBODY they should have a show. There were some PC veteran customers there who already have almost everything but still ended up buying something. What helped make this show huge is I had a customer by BOTH the 5 & 7 pc Executive Set. You should have seen my eyes pop out of my head when she told me to add it to her already exisiting order.
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:eek: :eek: Were you wearing your pink thong backwards again?!?!? How did you manage to sell BOTH sets to one person FULL PRICE?!?!?

I am sooooo jealous - BUT soooo happy for you!!:D :D :D
 
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amy07 said:
:eek: :eek: Were you wearing your pink thong backwards again?!?!? How did you manage to sell BOTH sets to one person FULL PRICE?!?!?

I am sooooo jealous - BUT soooo happy for you!!:D :D :D
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Here is my secret...the guest was originally talking to the host trying to work out a deal with her so the guest could pay for the half price combo of the pan set....BUT the host turned to her and said "Wow I didn't even see those and I need some new pots too!" So the guest said ok and bought them outright for herself
 
too cool Jason. That is an awesome start to the month!!
 
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amy07 said:
too cool Jason. That is an awesome start to the month!!
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and maybe the end of it too. My other May show needed to postpone. Guess I will try making some calls.
 
jasonmva said:
and maybe the end of it too. My other May show needed to postpone. Guess I will try making some calls.
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Well, on the positive side, if your host reschedules for June or July it will help with the sell-a-thon!!:)

But I hear ya, things are SUPER slow for me too - and my phone phobia is picking up. But I have been trying..........
 
Whoooo-hoooo for you! You'll love your paycheck!
 
Way to go Jason.. keep it up... I hope I can follow in your footsteps this weekend at my FIRST show
 
ChltNCRenee said:
Way to go Jason.. keep it up... I hope I can follow in your footsteps this weekend at my FIRST show
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Best wishes on your first show! Be sure to let us know how it goes.
 
Congratulations, Jason!!!!!!! So very happy for you!!!!!!!!
 
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ChltNCRenee said:
Way to go Jason.. keep it up... I hope I can follow in your footsteps this weekend at my FIRST show
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Just relax, have fun and feel out your crowd. If you make a mistake, make a joke out of it....tell them you are not perfect but you are pampered. You will be fine.
 
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Wait...did I just hijack my own thread?!? :D
 
Congrats! You are going to feel really good when your commjission check comes in....cha-ching$$$$$!!
 
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Holy cow!!!!I am still getting orders for this party. I think (unofficial totals) I am now currently at $1,200! $50 more and 24% commission here I come.
 
Woo hoo! That's great.
 
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