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[pamperedbecky]

Keep it up, girls!!!

I am down to $1430.

Have the week "off" (NOT! will be calling for orders and catalog shows this week), then 2 shows next week and shows on the 30th and 31st. I have 2 catalog shows still going on (one at Rileys Childrens Hospital in Indy, so hopefully they will be on the "Pink" wagon!!)

I am expecting another $200-$300 from my last host, and have misc orders coming in (response to my "HELP!" e-mail)

How do I get the late in the month hosts to close the night of the show (words to say)? Need them to be IN on the 31st!!!!

That's great!! Maybe to encourage them to close the night of the show, offer an extra little bonus or maybe she can pick one or two of the pink products that you'll buy her for free. And let them know why or that you're trying to beat last year's pink product total or something and you need to tally it up on the 31st. Good luck!

 

[Mel5497]

If those hosts feel they are going to have at $150 in outside orders after their show, you can always book them catalog shows for June.

I wouldn't normally say to do that, but it may be worth it if you need their May sales. This way they could get two of the June specials for 60% off as your extra thank you.

 

[jwpamp]

Oh -- great ideas, Leggy and Becky!!!! Thank you!

 

[Mel5497]

Ugh, just had my show for next Sunday cancel (not totally unexpected...she has some major personal challenges right now.)

Here's praying tonight's show is a good one! :angel:

 

[pamela]

Hi Leggy, see is anyone woujld be interested in an
express show" for the cancellation you had. Tell them you will bring the ingredients and paper products. Maybe you'll get a bite!

 

[Mel5497]

Thanks Meg, that's a great idea. The host is expecting 12 gals tonight (up from just 6 on Friday).

 

[Mel5497]

The turn-out was only about 7, but four gals ordered over $100 each. The show, with a couple outside orders, is currently at $727.

No-go on the replacement show for this Sunday, but three gals booked for June (one's a catalog) and one for August.

I belong to a professional referral group that's meeting tomorrow; I think I'm going to offer up the express show there. (I really like that idea Meg.)

 

[chefkathy]

After I submit what I have sitting here, I'm down to $4800, four cooking shows, and two catalog shows.I took catalogs to the preschool drop off line this morning and gave one to four different moms before I had to get back in the car and drop off my son. They all seemed interestered--I asked them to share the catalog and collect another order or two and I'd make it a mystery host for the preschool moms. Fingers crossed!

 

[jwpamp]

YEAH, DEB!!!!!!

You can so totally do this!!!

After I submit what I have I am down to around $800 left to go. 4 cooking and 2 catalog shows left.

 

[finley1991]

Great job ladies!

 

[pamela]

I am thoroughly enjoying living vicariously through you ladies! Keep up the good work! We are cheering you all on!

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[quiverfull7]

OH... I am SO close... actually with some outside orders that a couple of host have I have TPC in Personal Sales but I refuse to count on it until I have submitted the shows... I keep adding it all up because I just CAN'T believe this!

 

[chefkathy]

I got an online order for $24 today and I closed a show at $576.21. Getting closer....... $5224.17 to go now.

 

[quiverfull7]

YOU GO! There's lots of month left! You can do it! I'm working like I'm totally not there yet just cuz I can't believe it and want a big paycheck and a big cushion! YOU GO GET IT!!!!!

 

[Mel5497]

Diane - I'll hold off congratulating you 'officially', but I'm chair dancing for you this morning!

Deb - Pull out every stop! If your personal calendar will support it, maybe you can add some express shows like Meg suggested? Is there a personal cause that means so much to you that you'd donate almost all your commission?

I did a no-commission fundraiser for local group of mothers who have lost a son or daughter in military service. I'm giving them every penny of my commission. They only collected 15 orders, but it was over $1000 in sales. I know another consultant who is passionate about golden labs (I think that's the breed). She did a similar thing for a group that rescues these dogs. It was over $2K in sales. I don't advocate giving away your earnings, but if it's a cause close to your heart, then it's a win-win. (You can submit it as a traditional fundraiser or as a show with you as host....you donate from your commission and use the host benefits to get items to use as consultant gifts, future give-aways, etc)

 

[pamela]

ooohhh Leggy, I love the fundraiser ideas! I could use it for my daughters dance school!

 

[Mel5497]

Two unexpected little extras today.

A catalog host whose show has been rescheduled twice from over a month ago (due to serious family illness) is actually closing her show this weekend. It's at $318, but she's going for $400. I honestly didn't expect this show to go anywhere...she has so much on her plate right now. She is also thinking about the business for the fall.

A couple months ago I provided a $50 gift certificate as a door prize for a Chamber of Commerce sponsored event. I never heard anything from the winner until this week. Well she ordered over $150 worth of product (half of which as a wedding gift). I turned it into a show for her and ended up with $185 in commissionable sales (which will cover the cost of the $50 certificate).

Every bit helps!

 

[chefkathy]

Nice! I am feeling a bit defeated right now. NOT ONE PERSON responded to my Mystery Host email. NOT ONE!!! I am making calls like a mad woman today. I booked TWO May catalog shows today. I just pray they bring me SOMETHING. Both hosts were kinda wishy washy---not real excited but I asked them to give it a try here in May.I also need to host coach BADLY for my 4 remaining cooking shows. I am bumming because I can't get ahold of my hosts or my team. I just want someone to call me back!!!! AARRRGGGHHHHHHH!!!!Okay, whine over. Back to the phones.

 

[jwpamp]

Oh Deb....it's not over til it's over....keep trying!!!!

There is still time left and we are cheering you on!! :sun:

 

[amy07]

you'll do it Deb! You've got the drive & determination!

 

[pamela]

GO DEB! GO DEB! GO DEB!

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[finley1991]

GO DEB! GO DEB! GO DEB!

I second this!!!! You can do it!

 

[PampMomof3]

Deb, YOU WILL DO THIS!! hopefully your customers will see your excitement for the business (or your frazzled-ness! J/K!) and then when you least expect it, you'll have a bunch of orders and recruits!!

We're cheering you on!! I'll email Bonnie right now and find out about her plan she did last year.

 

[pamperedbecky]

GO DEB!!! You can do it! I KNOW you will.

I love coming on to see your updates. I can't wait to see when it's all official!!

 

[PampMomof3]

Okay, Bonnie said:
spend $60 and get any piece of cookware at 50% off. Put it on the customer's order..not host discount...you pay for it, but it's a write off and it gets you TPC

I have since sent another one asker her if she set a limit on how much the cookware was. LIke under $100. I'm waiting her response

 

[Mel5497]

Deb,

Don't get discouraged (though I fully understand...being one cancellation away from not making TPC myself.)

I think Kristi is on the right track. Look thru the catalog and come up with some "one time only" specials you can offer. They can be like she suggested and involve a half-price special with minimum purchase and/or packages that offer a great savings. Run the numbers and figure out what you are willing to accept as out-of-pocket. (Ideal would be breaking even.)

Take all the orders and submit them with you as host, so you at least receive the benefits.

If it helps, I felt like giving up last week. I finally stepped back and gave myself permission to not make TPC. Once I imagined myself not making it (and accepting it), the pressure was off and I could feel positive about it again. Now if it happens, I'll view it as a blessing instead of some wierd distorted failure on my part.

Sending prayers your way. (You are amazing...I'm blown away at what you've accomplished...especially these past couple months!!!)

 

[BethCooks4U]

Okay, Bonnie said:
spend $60 and get any piece of cookware at 50% off. Put it on the customer's order..not host discount...you pay for it, but it's a write off and it gets you TPC

I have since sent another one asker her if she set a limit on how much the cookware was. LIke under $100. I'm waiting her response

With this deal you are actually paying less than 25% out of pocket and like Kristy said, you can write 50% off.

My math: Customer pays 50%, your commission is between 25-30%. So a $100 item = $50 consultant gift (tax deduction). Commission on the item is $25 or more. And then with TPC you get all those PC$$, ring or diamond on the ring, etc. (I know... I don't have to tell you all that.)

I would so do this if I was that close to TPC!!

 

[jwpamp]

Hey, was anyone interested in Cookware? You can give them 30% off (lose your commission), but have $750 in sales!! Just a thought.

 

[PampMomof3]

Okay she said:

I was so desperate to make it, they could get a cookware set for half price if they wanted...Don't want cookware, ok, get a stone for half price...I was really giving a good deal...




I'm also going to send that email to you RIGHT now about my 25% off deal.

 

[PampMomof3]

Okay, its sent! I sent this because I was REALLY close to earning the cruise and as you know I MADE IT!!

This is what it says:
Celebrate the holiday season with 25% off!

Finish up your holiday shopping with a HUGE discount!!! Place your order with me by Friday, December 14th at 8 pm and receive:

 Place a $100 (or more) order and receive 25% off your purchase!!
 Everyone who places an order ($.01-$unlimited) also receives 20% off as many as they’d like: Stackable Cooling Rack, Pastry Mat, Pastry Blender and Cookie Press!! (this is on top of my 25% discount!!)
 Every order placed will also receive a FREE Season’s Best Cookbook!!

This discount includes EVERYTHING in the ENTIRE catalog Including Cookware and Stoneware!!
I’m very close to a personal goal of mine and I’m asking for your help! So, if you know ANYONE who could benefit from this email, please pass it on!! I gladly accept referrals!! 
If you would like to look through the catalog, my website is: /ktarducci PLEASE Remember that you MUST call me or email me your order to get the 25% discount. This offer is only valid through me, Kristi Tarducci. Also, all orders placed will be guaranteed to arrive by Christmas! HAPPY SHOPPING!!