Maximizing Sales: Tips for Hitting the $3000 Sell-A-Thon Threshold

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores participants' experiences and strategies as they aim to reach the $3000 threshold during the Sell-A-Thon (SAT) month. Many share their current sales figures, challenges faced, and ideas for boosting sales as the deadline approaches.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, is close to reaching the $3000 level but is facing challenges with a show that needs to close.
  • Another participant shares their experience of successfully reaching a goal by organizing a rub spice sale and sending emails to friends and family.
  • Several users mention the stress of trying to meet sales goals, with one participant expressing frustration over rescheduled shows and low attendance.
  • One participant discusses their mixed feelings about their performance, noting that they are doing well but still feeling pressure to reach higher sales levels.
  • Another participant considers using their sales efforts as a fundraiser for flood victims, indicating a desire to combine sales goals with community support.
  • Some participants express uncertainty about the effectiveness of sending emails to boost sales at the last minute, with concerns about timing and deadlines.
  • One participant reflects on their first SAT experience, feeling overwhelmed but motivated to learn and improve for future months.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the effectiveness of last-minute sales strategies and the overall stress associated with reaching sales goals. No clear consensus emerges regarding the best approach to meet the $3000 threshold.

Contextual Notes

Participants are sharing personal experiences related to the SAT month, with many expressing a mix of excitement and anxiety about their sales performance. The discussion reflects the competitive nature of the sales environment and the various strategies consultants employ to achieve their goals.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for relatable experiences and insights on navigating sales challenges during the SAT month may find this discussion beneficial.

I just hit $3074.00, thasnks to my brother's catalog show. I am glad I hit that elvel- the last sell-a-thon, I only hit the $1500, and was bummed.
 
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No orders as of last night, hopefully maybe some today :(

I'm currently at $2200 in sales submitted, submitting one tonight that is at $450. So that's $2650. Then my other show hasn't even qualified but hopefully will hit at least $150. That's only $2800. Yuck!
 
IAmChefJ said:
Ann posted on another thread that last year's $1500 prize was around $85 in product. Hearing that tooks a LOAD of stress off of me. It's not going to be the end of the world if I don't make it, and I'm not going to spend a bunch of extra money to hit it. Better to just enjoy the higher commission rate I'm earning because I came close and save my money for when I can buy the new products at 20% off. (And some probably more than that because they'll be on the sample order, right?)

I do hope I hit it, but I've already wasted too much time stressing over less than $100 in product.
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All new products are available to us (for a limited time) at 50% off. They bundle most in sets so there may be some you really want in with some you don't care about so look at your bottom dollar to decide.

I agree, don't spend money just to get something free - unless it's very close.
 
I'll be cutting it close for the first level. I submitted 2 shows, that is good, but I have had so many reschedule this month. That was frustrating. I am waiting to close 2 more today, so it will be close. We'll see!
 
I'm $110 away. I'm hoping and praying! :D
 
OMG...I am $75 away from $1500! I thought I totally had when I looked last night at my sales report on P3 but then I realized one of the shows is not closing until after the 1st! My BFF in VA Beach punked on a catty show (no biggie really) but has 2 nieghbors who want to order. With any luck they will be the $75 I need!

It has been a LONG time since I hit a SAT.....it WILL be so sweet to hit it again!
 
BethCooks4U said:
Try calling too. :p
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he he he ;) That might work... lol! I've been doing that & I've got an order from my mom on reserve. In other words... if I get within $80, she's got an order together for me.
 
erinyourpclady said:
OMG...I am $75 away from $1500! I thought I totally had when I looked last night at my sales report on P3 but then I realized one of the shows is not closing until after the 1st! My BFF in VA Beach punked on a catty show (no biggie really) but has 2 nieghbors who want to order. With any luck they will be the $75 I need!

It has been a LONG time since I hit a SAT.....it WILL be so sweet to hit it again!
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Erin, you are getting close to where I would consider buying a gift to hit it. The value is sure to be at least $75. If you needed to purchase something at $75 it would be about the same as buying the items at 50% off (KWIM?). And it helps your sales total for lifetime, trip points... So it's a win, win for you.

For newbies: If you ever buy something yourself to get to a level for an incentive ALWAYS buy in the person you are gifting the items for (I do my holiday shopping all year long - depending on if I need to that is). If you purchase something in your name it is not commissionable and will not count toward the incentive.
 
BethCooks4U said:
Erin, you are getting close to where I would consider buying a gift to hit it. The value is sure to be at least $75. If you needed to purchase something at $75 it would be about the same as buying the items at 50% off (KWIM?). And it helps your sales total for lifetime, trip points... So it's a win, win for you.

For newbies: If you ever buy something yourself to get to a level for an incentive ALWAYS buy in the person you are gifting the items for (I do my holiday shopping all year long - depending on if I need to that is). If you purchase something in your name it is not commissionable and will not count toward the incentive.
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If it comes to that then I will buy but I am hoping for these orders :cool:
 
I made my goal finally. I am at $3,695 in sales submitted. My goal was 3k so I am excited. I still have 3 catalog shows to close but am in no hurry because I know they all are around $400 and will still keep me shy of the 6K level. I have one last minute catty show who was willing to try to get the orders in for June, but we decided to make it a July show all together.
I am pretty happy with what I did and now I have some sales for July (Taking the month off).
 
I made my goal finally. I am at $3,695 in sales submitted. My goal was 3k so I am excited. I still have 3 catalog shows to close but am in no hurry because I know they all are around $400 and will still keep me shy of the 6K level. I have one last minute catty show who was willing to try to get the orders in for June, but we decided to make it a July show all together.
I am pretty happy with what I did and now I have some sales for July (Taking the month off).
 
Right now I am sitting at 3300 but 3 of those shows havent closesd yet. They know I need to close it today so they are coming over to my house to close. I also have a catty show and she said she has about 300 in orders. I was also aiming fo 6k and if 3 of my shows did not cancel then I would have done it.
 
All of my hosts (well those that didn't bail earlier in the month) came through for me and I am at $3450+ in sales for June! :sing:

My DH has been cheering me along and his comment was "so did you get $6000?" That was my original goal too but I can't control other people. He also wondered if I had enough for the cruise* yet. Seriously, he is happy for me. He loves free PC!


*I know we are not doing a cruise this year but he wants me to take the gift certificate and take him on a cruise. lol
 
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Well, I just got home, no sales from my email. My aunt did say that if I needed some help she would be willing to purchase something but I don't think she would purchases $200!
 
I was about $400+ shy of making the 3K goal last night (I too had several shows cancel and then some that were only like $250 or so), so I sent out an email asking for 10 people to order $40 and if they did, I'd give them a free item (mix 'n chop or equiv.). So far, I've received 5 orders and all have been almost $50!!! So, I'm pretty close to my goal. I've got 1 show left to close and I'm very confident that her outside orders will put me over the top!! I love it when others help you out!!! :D
 
I just have to toot my horn and say LOOK WHO IS #24 on the Sell-a-Thon list today!!!
 
dannyzmom said:
I just have to toot my horn and say LOOK WHO IS #24 on the Sell-a-Thon list today!!!
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Darn, just darn Carolyn! I have been watching you climb on the list.

WAHOO FOR YOU!!!​
 
It looks like it is working out for some of us!

I closed around $3800 for the month of June - my last host did a catalogue show and closed at over $600!

WAY TO GO EVERYONE - I am SUPER excited about receiving my SAT products!
 
I am better with it today. No sales, but a better resolve. My commission will be higher than normal and I will be able to spend that at conference. Also, I will get to see the new products and pick and choose what I would like to have and then make a plan to use my commission checks on them:D
 
OK!! I picked up enough to put me over 1500 with breathing room. I am SOOO frackin happy!!
 
congrats carolyn!

OK, so I didn't hit 6k, but i just closed the last show on my highest month ever - 4300! yay!
 
krzymomof4 said:
I am better with it today. No sales, but a better resolve. My commission will be higher than normal and I will be able to spend that at conference. Also, I will get to see the new products and pick and choose what I would like to have and then make a plan to use my commission checks on them:D
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GREAT way to look at it!!! :)
I am LOVING the wonderfu lattitudes aruond here lately! HHell, if I can find the silver lining in damaging my new car...we can ALL find the good in things! Thanks Lacy!!!!
 
Ok, so I'm at 1091.91 with two shows to close tonight IF I can get them to answer the phone. So close to the 1500 but I know I'll make it!
 
dannyzmom said:
I just have to toot my horn and say LOOK WHO IS #24 on the Sell-a-Thon list today!!!
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Awesome job!

I wanna be like you!
 
pamperedlinda said:
Awesome job!

I wanna be like you!
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You ARE like me!!! You are JUST like me!!!:D
 
My best month ever... YAH
I just submitted two shows... and came in at $3302 for the month!
 
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Okay, I think I made it, barely! My aunt also helped me out. I wish I had a little more leway but I double checked myself 10 times and I'm pretty sure I'm good to go!
 
dannyzmom said:
You ARE like me!!! You are JUST like me!!!:D
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Well, we are kindred spirits!

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But right now (and I stress the 'right now' part) you make more $$ than I do! I wanna boost my biz and be a super successful director and consultant like you.

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