How Successful Was My Pampered Chef Booth at the Alaska State Fair?

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around the experiences of participants at the Alaska State Fair, particularly focusing on the outcomes of a Pampered Chef booth. Participants share their results, follow-up plans, and personal reflections on the event.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, reported collecting 189 drawing slips and expressed excitement about following up with potential leads.
  • Another participant shared their anticipation for the results of the follow-up phone calls.
  • Several users expressed encouragement and enthusiasm for the initial response received at the fair.
  • One participant mentioned the challenges of making follow-up calls due to time constraints with children.
  • Another participant noted the importance of online follow-ups after experiencing limited success with phone calls.
  • One participant highlighted the potential for bookings and recruits based on the fair's response.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the effectiveness of follow-up methods, with some participants feeling optimistic about phone calls while others find online outreach more fruitful. No clear consensus emerges on the best approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants shared personal experiences from the fair, reflecting on their individual results and follow-up strategies without implying any official guidance from Pampered Chef.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights on event follow-ups and personal experiences from peers in similar situations may find this discussion relevant.

gilliandanielle
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I have been a little quiet the last two days because of my shifts at the Alaska State Fair. There is NOTHING to do for locals in AK so the fair is a huge deal that people drive for days to get to. Anyway, I worked two shifts and here are my results:
189 drawing slips with addresses
20 yes/maybe for recruiting
29 yes/maybe for booking
2 sore feet!!

I am going to be on the phone ALL week following up, so I will post my final results as I get them!

G
 
Awesome! Can't wait to hear your results from your f/up phone calls!
 
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gilliandanielle said:
189 drawing slips with addresses
20 yes/maybe for recruiting
29 yes/maybe for booking
2 sore feet!!
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Boost in Business.....PRICELESS !!!:D
 
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Way to go Gillian:D I was wondering where you've been! Put a smile on your face & have fun on that phone!
 
WOW-I'd say you were going to be booked up for the next few months!!!!
 
Way to go...I know that I need someone to hold me accountable for things like making those phone calls so....don't not make those calls. This could be huge for your biz!!
 
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Thanks everyone! I am really excited to get going on my calls today, and I am going to send a BUNCH of info out to people. I was originally going to call everyone and tell them they one a free cooking show, but I don't have the time to call every person! I am going to call and send info to the yesses and maybes, but probably not the no's. I'll see how many people I get through during naptime each day this week. I gave out over 200 catalogs and business card so hopefully I will get some online activity soon!! I like the thought of knowing that if I work hard enough now I could be a director in a few short months!!
 
Way to go, that is awsome that you got such a response back!!!
 
Way to go Gillian!!
 
:p I must step back on your soap box :p to say
CONGRATS GIRLIE!!!!!! THAT ROCKS!!!!

I hope you get lots of show on your calendar from this as well as recruits. Keep us posted on your outcome from your leads
 
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I am still working on the packets to send out. I had 3 at the fair, but I had no idea that I would need 17 MORE!!! I will post my results as I get them!
 
YEA!!! You go girl..I am doing a home show at the Annapolis Mall in Maryland on friday and hope I get half of what you got....Wish me Luck....
 
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I have made 25 calls (all the local people) who said yes or maybe to a show and/or joining and talked to two people. One had to wait until the last week of September to pick an October date, and they other doesn't know enough people, so I told her I would send the 50 in 5 flyer. I left a handful of messages and a lot had no answer.

I can only make calls when my kids are napping as they need a lot of attention, but that seems too early in the day to catch most people. By the time they go to bed it is 9 and I think that is too late to call. I am hoping to catch most people this week, so I am thinking about having my MIL take my kids for a few hours one evening. I hope that the message people will call me back, but I said that I would try back in a few days if I didn't hear from them. I still don't have anything on the books from this event, but I did get a separate host to pick a date before they were gone.
 
Gillian I'm so happy for you - that response was super at the fair! Now don't get discouraged on the lack of pickups, I'm sure the people you left messages for will call back. Girl you may be booked right up till next year!
 
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UUUUUUUggggggggg! It is midnight here and I am still e-mailing people information about PC. I didn't have much luck with the phone calls so I moved online. Hopefully I can call all the people I e-mailed to follow up AGAIN! I am dead tired so I am going to bed. Hopefully I will have an inbox full of bookings tomorrow!!
 
gilliandanielle said:
UUUUUUUggggggggg! It is midnight here and I am still e-mailing people information about PC. I didn't have much luck with the phone calls so I moved online. Hopefully I can call all the people I e-mailed to follow up AGAIN! I am dead tired so I am going to bed. Hopefully I will have an inbox full of bookings tomorrow!!
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GREAT JOB GILLIAN :)

Don't forget, the holidays are nearing and hopefully those who took info will look you up that way too :) Maybe you could even mention Holiday cash/gifts, etc to boost your business!!

Liz
 

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I evaluate the success of my Pampered Chef booth at the Alaska State Fair?

To evaluate the success of your booth, consider factors such as total sales revenue, the number of leads collected, customer engagement levels, and feedback received. Comparing these metrics to previous events can also provide insight into your performance.

What sales goals should I set for my Pampered Chef booth at the fair?

Your sales goals should be realistic and based on previous experiences, foot traffic expectations, and the number of products you plan to showcase. A common approach is to set a daily sales target and adjust it based on performance and customer interactions.

How can I increase customer engagement at my booth?

To increase customer engagement, consider offering live cooking demonstrations, samples of your products, and interactive games or contests. Engaging with customers personally and providing informative product knowledge can also enhance their experience.

What should I do with the leads I collected after the fair?

After the fair, follow up with the leads promptly through personalized emails or messages. Provide them with additional information about the products they showed interest in, and invite them to upcoming cooking shows or promotions to keep the conversation going.

How can I improve my booth for future events?

To improve your booth for future events, gather feedback from customers and analyze your sales data. Consider enhancing your display, updating your product offerings, and refining your sales pitch based on what resonated well with attendees. Continuous learning and adaptation are key to success.

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