How Far Ahead Do You Get to Your Hosts Home?

[DebPC]

I get there 45 minutes ahead. 15 minutes for set up and 1/2 hour for prep. I also use this time to talk with the host.

 

[BethCooks4U]

30 minutes. Even if I have a lot of prep it feels about right. Guests who arrive early can help and if I would happen to not be done it gives them a chance to visit a little.

 

[prissylovescooking]

I get there about 45 mins before the show starts. I set up my catalogs and stuff, then do any prep work.

 

[tinawhite07]

I usually get there about 15-30 mins before my shows. I like to do the chicken fajita's or chicken parm soup and neither of those have a lot of prep work. For those you get there 45 mins before or longer and you say you set up, what are you setting up??

 

[Sheila]

I do the fully interactive shows and don't have any prep time. I've already separated the tools into groups for how ever many recipes we've done when I packed them in my roll cart. I walk through the door 10, maybe 15 minutes before the show, pull out all the tools, pull out the catalogs & still have 5-10 minutes to spare & visit with the host & any early guests before show time.

 

[tinawhite07]

I do the fully interactive shows and don't have any prep time. I've already separated the tools into groups for how ever many recipes we've done when I packed them in my roll cart. I walk through the door 10, maybe 15 minutes before the show, pull out all the tools, pull out the catalogs & still have 5-10 minutes to spare & visit with the host & any early guests before show time.

This is me, except I don't do interactive shows.....I'm glad I'm not missing something

 

[gailz2]

I don't do the interactive shows, but always bring some extra PC items (especially new) to display (does everyone do this?). I like to have time to unpack, figure out the logistics, and get the ingredients set up and prepped. I also take the time to set up my catalogs, order forms and pens, along with my check out materials. I talk with the host throughout most of this process and try to reassure her everything will be fine. I get there 1/2 hour or so ahead of time. Often some guests/family are already there and have many questions, as well.

 

[DebPC]

Sometimes it takes me 10 minutes just to unload. I make 2 trips- but sometimes I'm on the 2nd floor and during the winter I might have to go around snow banks and park down the street.

 

[AJPratt]

You all make me feel bad! LOL I arrive about 20 minutes, "toss" my stuff out on a table and hang out/help the host get ready. I work FT so sometimes I just don't have much time to get to the show. I bring my laptop, paperwork and products I use for the demo. 1 trip in and 1 trip out.

 

[monsen0727]

What are you calling "interactive" shows??

 

[byrd1956]

I have been taking extra products for 'display' along with the ones needed for the recipe. Usually 2 trips in 3 out due to the dirty dishes container. I am carrying less...but apparently not less enough. Gotta try a new approach as I am usually there about an hr. early!

 

[DebPC]

Yes- I take some extra for display, too. Usually seasonal, on special, something I really love.