I Tried the No Cooking Format Last Night...

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores the experiences of participants who tried a no-cooking format for their Pampered Chef shows. Participants share their thoughts on the effectiveness of this approach, the interactions it fosters among guests, and the overall atmosphere of the events.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, reported a successful no-cooking show where guests engaged in product discussions, leading to positive feedback and potential recruit leads.
  • Another participant expressed interest in using outside order forms, noting their colorful design and personalization options, while also ensuring guests receive receipts.
  • Several users mentioned the idea of serving food at the beginning of the show, creating a relaxed atmosphere for conversation.
  • One participant shared their experience of integrating guest introductions into the show, allowing attendees to discuss their favorite products, which facilitated product promotion.
  • Another participant highlighted the challenge of maintaining engagement without a cooking demonstration, questioning how to fill the time effectively.
  • One participant noted that their sales were good despite the no-cooking format, suggesting that referrals from friends were sufficient for sales.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the effectiveness and comfort level of the no-cooking format, with some participants expressing enthusiasm and others raising questions about engagement and sales outcomes.

Contextual Notes

Participants shared personal experiences and preferences regarding show formats, highlighting variations in audience engagement and sales performance during summer months.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering alternative show formats or looking to enhance guest interaction may find the shared experiences relevant.

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  • #61
its_me_susan said:
What are Tom's questions?
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When the guests are talking about the products he asks at the end from everyone...

Is it easy to clean?
Is it easy to use?
Would you reccommend it to everyone here?
 
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  • #62
snugbug said:
I'm wondering how this no-cook show would work for me. Currrently a lot of the shows I do involve a high percentage of people who have NEVER been to a PC show before. Have you had any of these people at the shows you have done like this and how did they answer your questions? How did you tie it into the show?

Sarah
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For guests that have never been to a cooking show I ask them to tell me about a time when they were cooking and they said to themselves..."Man this would be easier if I had _______" or "I really wish I had _________" One of the guests usually suggests a products that would be perfect and they always end up buying it.
 
Does anyone feel like they are putting people on the spot with these questions? I just always have so many hecklers and can see someone picking on little things and when someone tries to answer the questions about their favorite product the heckler would chime in with the opposite answer. I love the USG and talk about them through my whole show. One show this woman kept interrupting me yelling out about how hard it is to use and how she almost lost her thumb doing it (OF COURSE NOT USING FOOD HOLDER) I blew it off and tried to joke about it but it was a really uncomfortable situation and I don't want to put my guests in the crosshairs of a heckler. Sorry it is so long, but I just wanted to gather some experienced opinions!
 
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  • #64
I haven't had this problem with these shows, I did have one guest who was having issues with a product and another guest showed her how to use it. With this type of show you are really just a facilitator of conversation instead of a sales person.
 
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