How Many Bookings Did I Get From My Show Last Night?

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around participants sharing their experiences and excitement regarding bookings from recent shows. Many contributors discuss their strategies for securing bookings and the impact of show attendance on their overall success.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shared that their show had 12 attendees and resulted in 5 bookings, expressing excitement about filling their calendar for upcoming months.
  • Another participant noted that they hope to achieve similar success in their next show, highlighting the positive impact of having a full calendar.
  • Several users mentioned the importance of bookings over sales, with one participant stating that they prioritize bookings at every show.
  • One participant shared a personal experience of a successful show that resulted in multiple bookings, attributing their success to asking for bookings at the start of the show.
  • Another participant discussed their experience with flyers and business cards, leading to a successful show and additional bookings.
  • One participant expressed interest in learning more about how to effectively ask for bookings during shows, indicating it as a challenge for them.
  • Several participants shared their cooking demonstrations and recipes, discussing how these may influence bookings.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best strategies for securing bookings, with some participants sharing successful tactics while others express challenges in this area. No clear consensus emerges on a single effective approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and strategies related to booking shows, with a focus on the dynamics of their individual shows and the importance of engagement with attendees.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights into booking strategies and experiences from peers within the community may find this discussion beneficial.

pamperedmom2owen
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I had to share! My show last night had 12 people there. It wasn't great sales wise, but it wasn't bad (about $400). But I had 5 people book shows and 2 more who might possibly do a show later! I went to the show wanting at least 2 more shows for next month and got them! So I have my 8 shows for next month!! Woo Hoo! :D Plus now I have 5 for October, and 4 for November already!! I was just so excited I had to share!
 
Way to go on filling up your calendar...and doing it with almost 1 show!! That is great! GOOD JOB!! I hope I get that lucky with my next show!! ;)
 
Brooke,
That's SO exciting! Way to go. Having a strong show calendar this fall will also carry into next year with bookings from those! You're going to earn that Show-To-Go in no time! :)
 
Brooke way to go! :D You must tell us how you got so many bookings
what did you say or do. What did you demo? Thanks for sharing and again great job!

Michelle
 
Good Job!Good job on many things!!!

1. Having 12 at a show is great - my shows' average attendance is 6
2. $400 the night of the show is also very cool!
3. Of course the bookings - that is my main goal at every show ever more so than high sales, b/c I figure PC has taken care of that with having awesome products!!!

I am pumped too - with 7 shows this month and 7 already for next month (with 5 of this month's shows yet to go - hoping for MORE bookings to go ahead and FILL my calendar PLUS!)

Keep up the great work - this site is so great to keep us all PUMPED which shows at our SHOWS and that helps get bookings. I also want to hear what you did that you think contributed to so many bookings!
 
bookingsCongratulations!! I agree, it's even more exciting to get bookings than to have a good show. I did a bridal shower once, and the show itself was over $800 but I didn't get ONE booking, and I felt as if the whole thing had been a failure!
As bookings are still my most difficult task, I would be very interesting in knowing what you normally say about bookings during a show...how do you approach the subject? Do you say a lot about it? Use a binder?
I'd love to have suggestions from anyone who is quite successful at booking shows. I need all the help I can get :rolleyes:

D.C.
 
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The one thing I changed last night was asking for bookings at the start of my show. I'd never done that before! I talk about it, and ask when they check out with me, but I don't normally ask for them right up front. I told them that I'm in the process of growing my business and need to book shows for September and October especially. I'd just had to reschedule a show in September so I needed at least 2 more shows to get my eight in for the month. I had a lot of 'maybes' that turned into easy yeses! I've also found the shows I have the most fun at are the ones that have a lot of bookings! Plus with all the awesome new shows we have starting next month, everyone wants to try the food!! I do have a 'booking' binder that has lots of PC info in it. But the less I focus on that, the more bookings I seem to get. Go figure! :rolleyes: Anyway, that's what I did last night and it worked. But it also seems to depend a lot on the group too. Good luck to everyone! :p
 
keep up the great workThats great to know you have so many bookings lined up !!!!!
this what happened to me I put up flyers and business cards every place I can think of, well I had a show booked from someone that got my card from the post office she lives only 5 min away thats why she called me . the party closed at 1278.00 3 bookings and I signed a new recuit last night from the same party .
I guess it pays to put flyers on those boards that have lost cat , yard sale , you know the ones that the papers are 1/2 falling down !!!!
Doreen Zaino
Future director
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www.pamperedchef.biz/doreenzaino
 
Doreen,

That's great! What a great story to encourage people to put up flyers and cards. I had one of those grocery store flyers posted somewhere and someone called me to be a part of her multi-vendor open house. The orders from that only totalled $165, but I had two shows book from it that. One is in October and one will probably be November. Another possible catalog show for September. So those ALL came as a result of that grocery store flyer!

I'm trying to recruit a cashier from that same grocery store too. She'd love this because she's also in culinary school, but is way apprehensive because of the concern about getting bookings. (Weren't we all? :D )
 
Way to go!I think you did GREAT!

Give us more details! What'd you prepare?
 
what I love to makeHi
At the last party I made the pereroni pizza twist and then this was mostly don the Mocha Cappuccino Cake its in the new Fall Cookbook . In the spring form pan make A CHOCOLETE CAKE ., the I do split it home and put the filling in , but at the party I do the rest in the easy accent dec and use chocolate in the cheese grater in front of them. . I dont like to do 2 recipes but if there are alot of people I will . some time I do the bread ( cin or garlic ) in the small sauta pan and thas an easy second recipe .
Doreen Zaino
future director
 
Yeah for you!!! That is great! :D
 
Glad to hear you got so many Pampered Chef bookings! It pays to "Just Ask"!
 
How do you do the garlic in saute pan?How do you make the garlic in the small saute pan? I heard about it in the Increasing you sales (or something like that cd). Could you share that recipe for the garlic and the cinnamon bread recipe? It does sound like a great way to show our Professional cookware and get alittle more food and tools to show but not a longer demo in. I am old school and still do 2 demos which is really hard for me to break the habbit I am afraid the sells will not be as high if I do not do two demos but I am afraid my shows may be dragging out too long sometimes so this recipe may cure me.


Thanks,
Michelle
 
If you go under recipes on the board it is under the "Jennifer roush biscuit recipe. It was posted the other day ! :)
 
ThanksThank you!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I find out how many bookings I received from my show last night?

You can check the number of bookings by reviewing your show summary in your Pampered Chef consultant portal. Look for the section that details bookings, which will show you how many guests expressed interest in hosting their own shows.

What should I do if I didn't get any bookings from my show?

If you didn't receive any bookings, consider following up with your guests. Send a thank-you message and ask if they would be interested in hosting a show in the future. Sometimes, a personal touch can encourage them to consider it.

Is there a way to increase the number of bookings at my shows?

Yes! To increase bookings, try offering incentives, such as discounts or free products for hosts. Additionally, engage your guests during the show and highlight the benefits of hosting a party, such as earning free products and having fun with friends.

How can I track my bookings over time?

You can track your bookings by maintaining a spreadsheet or using a planner specifically designed for direct sales. Keeping a record of each show and the resulting bookings will help you identify trends and improve your booking strategies.

What if a guest shows interest but doesn't commit to a booking?

If a guest shows interest but doesn't commit, it's important to stay in touch. Offer to send them more information about hosting and check in with them periodically. Sometimes, they may need more time to consider or may have questions that need answering before they commit.

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