What's everyone doing to get motivated for 2007 and the new year? I feel like I'm in a slump with no January parties booked. How do you get people motivated for parties in January when most are too tired from their holidays and a little too strapped for cash?? I want to focus on fun and pampering as a way to recover from the holidays but just don't know how to phrase this idea.
??? How to Get Things Going After Christmas
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Discussion Overview
The thread centers around participants sharing their experiences and strategies for overcoming post-holiday slumps in their Pampered Chef businesses. Many express challenges in booking parties and engaging customers after the holiday season.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
- Exploratory
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses feeling unmotivated with no January parties booked and seeks ideas to encourage customers who may be financially strained after the holidays.
- Another participant, identifying as a consultant, shares their experience of having no shows scheduled due to personal health issues but plans to mail coupon postcards to engage customers.
- One participant mentions struggling to find potential hosts due to a limited customer base and expresses frustration with traditional outreach methods like phone calls.
- Another participant notes a similar lack of motivation and discusses setting goals while acknowledging their customers' financial constraints post-holidays.
- One participant describes their strategy of mailing coupon postcards with incentives and tracking customer feedback, believing that postcards may be more effective than emails.
- Another participant shares insights from a training session about sharing customer databases with downlines to enhance customer engagement.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ on effective strategies for overcoming the January slump, with no clear consensus on the best approach to engage customers and book parties.
Contextual Notes
Participants are primarily consultants discussing personal experiences and strategies in the context of their businesses following the holiday season.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants looking for peer insights on navigating post-holiday business challenges may find this discussion relevant.
cbord
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I have no shows scheduled for January, besides my own online show.. The main reason is because I have been going to theraphy for neck pain and unable to do shows. I am doing better and see my end of January things getting back to normal.
I have already made some January coupon postcards to mail out in morning. I am mailing only 10 this Tuesday and plan to mail 10 out on next Monday.
I am looking for a fun way to get feedback from customers. I was thiinking of putting a monthly question or poll that had to be answered back to me on postcards, websites and emails. All persons answering the question would be in drawing for prize. The question or poll would be very simple: Some ideas?What recipe was featured on my website this month?
What item did you purchase last from PC?
What item is top on your wishlist for PC?
How many people do you email weekly?
How much time to do take to prepare dinner or supper?
Anyone have other good questions?
Charlene
I have already made some January coupon postcards to mail out in morning. I am mailing only 10 this Tuesday and plan to mail 10 out on next Monday.
I am looking for a fun way to get feedback from customers. I was thiinking of putting a monthly question or poll that had to be answered back to me on postcards, websites and emails. All persons answering the question would be in drawing for prize. The question or poll would be very simple: Some ideas?What recipe was featured on my website this month?
What item did you purchase last from PC?
What item is top on your wishlist for PC?
How many people do you email weekly?
How much time to do take to prepare dinner or supper?
Anyone have other good questions?
Charlene
sillylittlechef
- 492
I also need help getting things started. I know everyone says get on the phone!!!! But without a huge customer base or long list of past hosts who do I call? I have made many calls and left many messages. I am beginning to think that I may be the only person who is ever home to answer the phone. I did some flyers on neighbors doors, nothing came of it. So, how do I get bookings without the phone?
I feel you on the new years slump thing! I guess it all comes down to what do I want out of the day? If I decide that then maybe I can do it! Good luck to everyone this new year!
I feel you on the new years slump thing! I guess it all comes down to what do I want out of the day? If I decide that then maybe I can do it! Good luck to everyone this new year!
BusyMomPmp4u
- 16
Feeling the sameI also have only one show scheduled for January, having a hard time getting motivated. I really want more out of my buisness, I have been trying to set goals! I have been doing PC for a year now, and my customer base is also saying that they have no money left from the holidays. I would love to get 1/2 price National Confrence, I am thinking of calling buisnesses... people from the phone book, sharing my goals. It might sound drastic, and I need to put my plan into action instead of just thinking about it!!!
cbord
- 282
I just mailed 30 January coupon postcards to various guest.
Some guest I offered free shipping (ones who order often) and some offered 10% off pantry items (ones who ordered pantry items). On the postcard I annouced the Jan. and Feb. specials.
I am going to track feedback. I do have phone number for all I send to and plan to call them to check if they received the coupon.
I am trying postcards because I think some on emails are not getting ready because of customers spam protections.
Postcards are cheaper to mail then newsletters. I plan to mail 30 a month for next 3 months and see what happens, that's one day. But I'll mail them on the mailing day of month.
My second mailing of each month will hand written thank you notes to past hostess and indiviual website orders. I had one $65 order in December on individual website(preivous guest). And also had 1 $55 indiviual order for December.
I printed my customer list from day I started (July 2005- December 2006), I had 115 different customers with some purchasing more than once. I felt this was good since the first 6 months or long was hardly nothing due to Katrina. Things are gettin better here in Louisiana.
Today I also purchsed myself 2 pieces of PC clothing. I got the brown cardigan and the lilac jacket. I already have a few t shirts. I figured I would wear the sweater and jackets more. People do stop you when you wear PC clothing.
Hope everyone a good year.
Charlene
Working towards $15,000 career sales!!!!!
Some guest I offered free shipping (ones who order often) and some offered 10% off pantry items (ones who ordered pantry items). On the postcard I annouced the Jan. and Feb. specials.
I am going to track feedback. I do have phone number for all I send to and plan to call them to check if they received the coupon.
I am trying postcards because I think some on emails are not getting ready because of customers spam protections.
Postcards are cheaper to mail then newsletters. I plan to mail 30 a month for next 3 months and see what happens, that's one day. But I'll mail them on the mailing day of month.
My second mailing of each month will hand written thank you notes to past hostess and indiviual website orders. I had one $65 order in December on individual website(preivous guest). And also had 1 $55 indiviual order for December.
I printed my customer list from day I started (July 2005- December 2006), I had 115 different customers with some purchasing more than once. I felt this was good since the first 6 months or long was hardly nothing due to Katrina. Things are gettin better here in Louisiana.
Today I also purchsed myself 2 pieces of PC clothing. I got the brown cardigan and the lilac jacket. I already have a few t shirts. I figured I would wear the sweater and jackets more. People do stop you when you wear PC clothing.
Hope everyone a good year.
Charlene
Working towards $15,000 career sales!!!!!
Paige Dixon
- 1,014
One of the ladies from the HO came last fall to give the directors in our area a training. She suggested that we share our database with our downline. After having 350 shows, there is no way I can do customer care calls for all of the customers and hosts. By sharing that info with our downline, they have someone to call and ask how their products are doing (even if it's been years since the show) and give tips for the products. You never know where the conversation will lead after advising them what the upcoming Jan specials are...
cbord
- 282
Here's the postcard.
Pampered Chef January 2007 Coupon
From your consultant, Charlene BXXXX.
This coupon entitles you to FREE SHIPPING up to $4.50 on one order placed between 1/1/2007-1/21/2007.
Your order must be placed directly with Charlene either by email, [email protected] OR
phone 985-507-1XXXX Orders deadline is 1/21/2007.
In January 2007, guest ordering $60 or more in products (before shipping and taxes) choose one of our chef’s tools FREE ---- $12 value!!!!!
January 2007 hostess special is one piece of OPEN STOCK cookware for 60% off.
February 2007 hostess special is get 2 pieces of stoneware collections for 60% off when you host a show and have sales over $150.(Before tax and shipping.)
SHOW SALES MUST BE $150.00 BEFORE TAXES AND SHIPPING TO GET HOSTESS SPECIAL!!!!
Host a Pampered Chef Catalog and/or online show in Jan. or Feb. 2007 with Charlene, and get Bamboo Spoon Set FREE at closing of your show.
Contact info: 985-507-XXXX [email protected]
Website www.pamperedchef.biz/charnsXXXXXX.com
I printed these on Avery 8386 4x6 cards. I hand wrote all addresses to give the personal touch.
Charlene
Trish1953 said:
Pampered Chef January 2007 Coupon
From your consultant, Charlene BXXXX.
This coupon entitles you to FREE SHIPPING up to $4.50 on one order placed between 1/1/2007-1/21/2007.
Your order must be placed directly with Charlene either by email, [email protected] OR
phone 985-507-1XXXX Orders deadline is 1/21/2007.
In January 2007, guest ordering $60 or more in products (before shipping and taxes) choose one of our chef’s tools FREE ---- $12 value!!!!!
January 2007 hostess special is one piece of OPEN STOCK cookware for 60% off.
February 2007 hostess special is get 2 pieces of stoneware collections for 60% off when you host a show and have sales over $150.(Before tax and shipping.)
SHOW SALES MUST BE $150.00 BEFORE TAXES AND SHIPPING TO GET HOSTESS SPECIAL!!!!
Host a Pampered Chef Catalog and/or online show in Jan. or Feb. 2007 with Charlene, and get Bamboo Spoon Set FREE at closing of your show.
Contact info: 985-507-XXXX [email protected]
Website www.pamperedchef.biz/charnsXXXXXX.com
I printed these on Avery 8386 4x6 cards. I hand wrote all addresses to give the personal touch.
Charlene
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I boost my Pampered Chef sales after Christmas?
After Christmas, consider hosting a post-holiday party to showcase new products and offer exclusive deals. Utilize social media to promote your business and share recipes that incorporate Pampered Chef tools. Engaging with your customers through newsletters or emails can also help remind them of your offerings and encourage them to place orders.
What are some effective marketing strategies for January?
In January, focus on themes like New Year resolutions and healthy cooking. Create content that highlights how Pampered Chef products can help with meal prep and healthy eating. Offer promotions or discounts for first-time customers or for those who host parties in January to encourage sales.
How can I reconnect with past customers after the holidays?
Reach out to past customers with personalized messages, thanking them for their previous support and inviting them to check out new products or upcoming events. Consider sending a small gift or a special offer to entice them back. Engaging them through social media or hosting a virtual cooking class can also rekindle their interest.
What types of events should I plan for the new year?
Plan a mix of in-person and virtual events, such as cooking classes, product demonstrations, or themed parties. Consider hosting a "New Year, New Recipes" event to inspire customers to try new dishes. Collaborating with other consultants for larger events can also expand your reach and attract more attendees.
How can I stay motivated during the slower sales months?
Set personal goals for your business and track your progress to stay motivated. Join a support group or network with other Pampered Chef consultants to share ideas and encouragement. Focus on learning new skills, such as social media marketing or product knowledge, to prepare for busier months ahead.
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