Maximizing Success: Hosting a Consultant Open House for Pampered Chef Products

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around the experiences and considerations of Pampered Chef consultants planning to host Open Houses to showcase products and generate sales. Participants share their personal experiences, ideas for invitations, and strategies for maximizing attendance and sales during these events.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, plans to host an Open House to showcase new products and is seeking advice on how to ensure its success.
  • Another participant shares their experience of hosting an Open House that resulted in over $1150 in sales, highlighting the importance of inviting a wide audience and offering discounts.
  • Several users mention the challenge of deciding whom to invite, particularly regarding past hosts and their customers, to avoid potential conflicts.
  • One participant discusses their approach of co-hosting with another consultant to broaden the guest list and share potential sales opportunities.
  • Another participant describes their method of preparing recipes and engaging guests with product demonstrations to enhance interest.
  • Some participants express confusion about how to implement discounts and manage orders, with one providing a detailed explanation of the process involved in offering discounts through Pampered Partner.
  • One participant reflects on a previous event where they did not adequately explain products, indicating a desire to improve their presentation in future Open Houses.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best strategies for inviting guests and managing discounts, with no clear consensus emerging on the optimal approach to hosting an Open House.

Contextual Notes

Participants share a range of experiences from novice to seasoned consultants, reflecting varying levels of familiarity with hosting events and product promotion.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights and personal experiences related to hosting Open Houses and engaging customers may find this discussion beneficial.

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Hi - I was thinking of hosting an Open House at my home in the beginning of Sept. to show off the new fall/winter catalog and new products. I'd invite my family, friends, past hosts, and customers. Does anyone who's done this before have any advicve or suggestions? I've only started selling Pampered Chef in March and have been doing very well so far but want to make sure it continues into the next season. Does an Open House generate more future bookings or show sales? I'd offer incentives for coming and buying new products and booking a show. Any suggestions or advice? Thanks!
 
I had an open house on June 17th. I offered everyone that came a 10% discount and anyone that hosted a show with me got 20% off. I invited past guests, hosts, family, friends, neighbors. I end up getting over $1150 in sales and that was after the discounts. I would highly recommend doing one. I plan on doing another one for Christmas..
I made several recipes from the Seasons Best and had them all prepared ahead of time. I had no demo. I just displayed all that I own. This way people could walk around and touch them before they bought them. If someone wanted me to demo a tool, I did.
Good luck and invite as many people you can think off.


Amy
 
Hi!
I am doing my first show on Monday night. I am also thinking of doing an open house...but I am wondering, when you say you are offering 10% off, etc, how do I do that?? Not to sound dumb but I am a newbie & still pretty confused!! LOL
Thanks!!!
 
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Thanks, Amy, for the encouraging words! I'll use the online evites from my website but I have some people I'd like to invite who I don't have email addresses for. Is it possible to send flyers tri-fold through the regular mail? or I'll make my own postcards. How did you do your invitations?
 
I was thinking about doing an open house too in September. One dilemma I haven't decided how to handle is who to invite. I've only had 11 shows and some of them catalog shows. Also, I have hosts who have signed as consultants and one who has booked a second show. If I invite "their people" that may short them later. I thought about co-hosting the open house with the consultant I signed and she could invite her own people and get sales/bookings from that. Think that would work? I also thought about only inviting people who had ordered $xx in sales. I already have 3 shows booked for Sept. Advice, please.

Jeanie Gay
 
I was thinking about doing an open house too in September. One dilemma I haven't decided how to handle is who to invite. I've only had 11 shows and some of them catalog shows. Also, I have hosts who have signed as consultants and one who has booked a second show. If I invite "their people" that may short them later. I thought about co-hosting the open house with the consultant I signed and she could invite her own people and get sales/bookings from that. Think that would work? I also thought about only inviting people who had ordered $xx in sales. I already have 3 shows booked for Sept. Advice, please.

Jeanie Gay
 
What I do.....I've built up quite a list of hosts & preferred customers (4 ys as a consultant), but I think this could work for anyone - go back to your list of 100 and start from there......
I host a Fall Preview Extravaganza towards the end of August (Aug 22nd this yr.) and have it count as an August Show.....I make a big deal of ordering S/S products before they are discontinued, and have several new recipes prepared beforehand - I have everyone vote on which ones they would most like to have at their own show:D . The New Products are on display and I make a big deal out of unveiling them, and everyone gets a New SB cookbook for attending, but other than that the new products aren't available for purchase - creates more interest in booking.
(last year I had 8 bookings from my show).
I don't do a Mystery Host - did it one year, and felt like I wanted to do something that was more equitable for those attending, and make everyone happy as they leave..........so I collect product throughout the year - everthing from mini-spatulas to stoneware (by hosting my own shows, using 50% items that hosts don't want, using 60% host bonuses that hosts don't use etc.....)and do drawings for door prizes for EVERYONE who places an order! This year, I am only inviting past hosts (because thats almost 100 people), and letting them know that if they bring a friend they will receive an extra 10% off their order (for those who have hosted in the past yr - that would be on top of their discount) If their friend books a show - they receive another gift from me! (not sure what this will be yet - I'll probably do a prize basket using the square woven basket, and have it filled with small items like the lotion&soap samples, mini spatulas, mini whisks, i-slice, etc....)
I do a small presentation about 1/2 hour into the show ( I bill it as "Come When You Can, Leave When You Must) and that's when I unveil the new products and talk about the benefits of hosting - 15 minutes tops. This year I am having my SIL help me (hoping to recruit her) - She will be the hostess (at my home) so I can just be the consultant - and I am going to split host benefits with her. I haven't made up my invitation yet - Last year it was a blank postcard with just the info on it, and I mailed it inside the Mini-catalog, with a label on the outside saying something aboutCheck Out The Special Invitation inside back page - and then I also sent out email invitations to everyone.
Hope This Helps - also hope it made sense!:rolleyes:
 
Pc Jeanie.......I see I have a PM from you - but for some reason can't open it - could you email me @ [email protected] or jut post your message here?

Thanks!
 
Susan: When you offer a 10% discount to your customers you pay the full price when you send the order and then you get your commission check. Basically your customer pays 90% of the cost plus shipping and tax and you pay the other 10%. When you put the order into your Pampered Partner it will show the full price and then you go to the pay screen and do a consultant gift for the 10% and it will show the balance they owe. Since PC takes the full amount of the show out of your account and then sends your commission, you have to be able to afford to pay the 10% at the time you send your show. When you do this, your host will get credit for the full price of the product, so it helps her and your customer. I hope this makes sense.
 
Thank you for posting that. It doesnt make sense to me yet becuase i have never done a show but it does help becasue i was wondering about this too.
 
Thank you Shawnna!! I was very confused!! Now it makes sense. :)
 
I made a flyer in publisher and mailed it to everyone I know. I must had sent out over 100 invites. Go thru your 100 people list and go from there. Then I went around my neighborhood and placed flyers in their mailboxes. In you can also include a mini catalog too. It may help draw more people to the open house.
 
I had a spring fling preview in February, but I didn't do a demo or talk about the new products. BIG MISTAKE!! I will have a Fall preview too, but I am definetly explaining EVERY SINGLE PRODUCT!!
 
I have given my guests discounts- in pampered partner you can enter a payment option of "consultant gift"--> Can you do this when you offer an incentive? (Then on the receipt, the customer sees how generous you are)? And does this mean it counts as a tax write-off?
 
Anything you give to hosts/ guests is a tax write off! That is why Pampered Partner keeps track of it!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Consultant Open House for Pampered Chef products?

A Consultant Open House is an event hosted by a Pampered Chef consultant to showcase products, demonstrate cooking techniques, and engage potential customers. It's an opportunity for guests to experience the products firsthand, ask questions, and place orders in a relaxed setting.

How can I promote my Consultant Open House effectively?

To promote your Consultant Open House, utilize social media platforms, create eye-catching invitations, and reach out to your personal network via email or text. Consider offering incentives, such as a raffle or special discounts, to encourage attendance and engagement.

What should I include in my Open House presentation?

Your Open House presentation should include product demonstrations, cooking tips, and information about the benefits of hosting a party or becoming a consultant. Highlight popular products and any current promotions to entice guests to make purchases.

How do I follow up with guests after the Open House?

After the Open House, send a thank-you message to all attendees, expressing your appreciation for their participation. Include a summary of the products showcased, any special offers, and a reminder about placing orders or booking future parties. This follow-up helps maintain engagement and encourages future sales.

What are some tips for creating an inviting atmosphere at my Open House?

To create an inviting atmosphere, ensure your space is clean and organized, use appealing decorations, and provide refreshments for guests. Set up product displays that are easy to navigate and encourage interaction. Play background music to create a welcoming ambiance, and be sure to greet each guest warmly as they arrive.

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