How do I handle drawing the same person twice in a Mystery Host show?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses various approaches to handling the drawing of names during a Mystery Host show, particularly when the same person is drawn multiple times. Participants share their personal experiences and ideas regarding ticket distribution and prize allocation.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions they typically only give away the free item and do not include half-price or host specials unless specifically requested by the winner.
  • Another participant shares their experience of giving multiple tickets based on various actions, suggesting that if someone has multiple tickets, they should receive the benefits associated with their tickets.
  • Several users mention the idea of setting up gift bags for different prize categories, allowing guests to choose where to place their tickets, which could increase their chances of winning.
  • One participant expresses enthusiasm for the gift bag idea and plans to implement it in their upcoming show.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on whether to allow multiple wins for the same individual, with some participants supporting the idea and others opting for a more limited approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants share their personal experiences and preferences regarding the structure of Mystery Host shows, focusing on ticket distribution and prize allocation methods.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for ideas on managing prize drawings during Mystery Host shows may find the shared experiences and suggestions relevant.

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mellowfairy
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Hi everyone,
I've been a member for a little while and have just been reading a lot of posts. (Thank you all for your help!) This is my first post, though. I am hosting a Mystery Host show tomorrow night and have a question. I'm doing the show where you get tickets for certain things and I'm drawing at the end to see who gets the free, half price and host special. If you've done this before, how did you handle if you draw someone twice? Do they get both benefits or once they are drawn, they can't win anything else? Thanks in advance!
 
I usually only give away the free. I don't do the half-price or the host special (since I don't make any $$ off of it). If my free winner asks about the host special I will offer it to her.
 
If you are giving out mulitple tickets based on rsvp, orders, bringing a guest, booking a show...then they have more chances to win or be picked. You'd have to decide if you want to draw another name, but if they got more than one ticket, I'd give them whatever benefit you are giving away at that time. I also had a big bag of items that I'd accumulated from conference boxes or discontinued items that I drew names throughout the show and pretty much everyone got something from that. Just decide before you go into the show. If you have 2-3 1/2 price items, pull a ticket for each one. There are so many possibilities.
 
You could have three gift bags set up labelled FREE Item Giveaway, Half Price Item, Host Special. The guest decides which bag they want to put their tickets in. Most people will choose the FREE products bag, but people with multiple tickets might choose to put their name in the other bags to increase their odds of winning. Pull only one name from each bag. If the same person wins more than one thing, they deserve it for having more tickets!
 
sells-a-lott said:
You could have three gift bags set up labelled FREE Item Giveaway, Half Price Item, Host Special. The guest decides which bag they want to put their tickets in. Most people will choose the FREE products bag, but people with multiple tickets might choose to put their name in the other bags to increase their odds of winning. Pull only one name from each bag. If the same person wins more than one thing, they deserve it for having more tickets!
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I seriously LOVE :love: this idea!!
 
Thanks! First ever post on the forum - just joined 5 minutes ago! LOL
 
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Thanks so much for all your suggestions! I love the gift bag idea and I'm going to do that tonight!
 
Let me know how it works and maybe I'll use my own idea! LOL
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I draw the same name twice in a Mystery Host show?

If you draw the same name twice, simply set that name aside and draw again to ensure that each participant has a fair chance of winning. It's important to maintain the integrity of the drawing process.

How can I prevent drawing the same person twice in a Mystery Host show?

To prevent drawing the same name twice, you can keep track of the names on a separate list as you draw. Once a name is drawn, remove it from the list to avoid any duplicates.

Is it fair to redraw if the same person is selected again?

Yes, it is fair to redraw if the same person is selected again. The goal of the Mystery Host show is to provide an equal opportunity for all participants, and redrawing ensures that fairness is maintained.

What if I accidentally announce the same winner twice?

If you accidentally announce the same winner twice, acknowledge the mistake and clarify that you will be redrawing. Transparency is key, and participants will appreciate your honesty in correcting the error.

Can I use a digital tool to help manage the drawing process?

Absolutely! Using a digital tool or app can help streamline the drawing process and minimize the chances of drawing the same name multiple times. Many tools allow you to input names and automatically remove drawn names from the pool.

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