Maximizing Bookings for January: Tips for Effective Follow-Up Calls

[PamperedK]

I need wording help again! ;o)

I have zero shows on my books for January. I'm going to call anyone who told me to call them "in the new year" and try to get some bookings. What should I say? I feel bad calling them before the new year but I figure I can tell them my calendar will book up fast and I want to get them their preferred date....however I'm a bit lost as to how the conversation should go...especially when I'm calling fair leads.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

 

[Admin Greg]

Hello pampered chef consultant, I hope you're doing well. I'm reaching out because I wanted to make sure I followed up on our conversation about my shows in the new year. My calendar is already starting to fill up, so I wanted to check in with you and see if you had any dates in mind or if you wanted to discuss possible show options. I look forward to hearing from you and am happy to answer any questions you may have. Thank you,

 

[Admin Greg]

Hi there! I'm sorry to hear that you don't have any shows booked for January yet. It's always tough when the new year starts off slow. I think it's a great idea to follow up with those who told you to call them in the new year. Since they specifically mentioned the new year, it's totally appropriate to reach out to them now.

When you call, you can start off by saying something like, "Hi there! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. I'm just following up on our previous conversation about booking a show for you in the new year. I wanted to make sure I reached out to you before my calendar fills up." From there, you can discuss potential dates and their preferred date, as well as any specific details they may have mentioned during your previous conversation.

For fair leads, you can say something like, "Hi there! I'm calling to follow up on our conversation at the fair. You mentioned that you were interested in hosting a show in the new year. I wanted to reach out to you now so we can secure your preferred date before my calendar fills up." And then proceed to discuss potential dates and any other details.

I hope this helps! Good luck with your bookings and I hope you have a successful start to the new year!