Need Holiday Meeting Themes? Share Your Ideas and Boost Attendance!

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Discussion Overview

The thread focuses on sharing ideas for themed meetings, particularly for the holiday season, with participants discussing various themes and strategies to enhance attendance.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their experience of a holiday meeting where consultants brought homemade gift sets made from Pampered Chef products, describing various creative ideas for these gifts.
  • Another participant expresses interest in themed meetings and emphasizes the importance of keeping meetings fun.
  • One participant mentions a strategy for boosting attendance by offering to print labels for holiday cards, which helped previous hosts increase their guest lists significantly.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the interest in themed meetings, with some participants expressing enthusiasm while others have not yet engaged in the discussion.

Contextual Notes

The thread reflects personal experiences and ideas shared by participants regarding holiday-themed meetings and attendance strategies.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative ideas for themed meetings and strategies to increase attendance may find this discussion beneficial.

dannyzmom
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I am setting up a thread for various themes for meetings - add your ideas under the proper theme heading and then we'll all know where to look when planning a themed meeting...

For Holiday sales...
one year we had everyone bring a homemade gift-set made out of PC products in any price range and then each consultant got up & described it. Some we had were:
-SA Mugs with chocolate dipped bamboo spoons all wrapped in cellophane
-BBQ mitt with a few BBQ tools in it, tied with a holiday ribbon
-stainless Whisk with hershey kisses packed inside the whisk-area - ribbon & gift tag tied to ahndle
-SA Small bowls & caddy filled with pot-pourri & wrapped in cello
 
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Am I the only one here interested in doing themed meetings?
 
You've got me thinking & I want to start :)
 
dannyzmom said:
Am I the only one here interested in doing themed meetings?
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I am all over this:love0010:...I need to keep the fun in the meetings:party:. I haven't been on much lately, but will share when I can!
 
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Here's a holiday tip I got a few years back that seems to help boost attendance.
Tell your host (of you are someone who mails out invites for the host) that you'd be happy to print up labels for her holiday cards off of her guest list - this will get her going on making a bigger list - then when you print up the invite postcards, it takes you all of a minute to print out labels for her holiday cards with the same addresses...the two hosts I tried this with ended up giving me guest lists of 50-60 people and having 20-30 in attendance!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some creative holiday meeting themes for Pampered Chef gatherings?

Consider themes like "Holiday Baking Extravaganza," where you can showcase baking tools and recipes, or "Festive Appetizers Night," focusing on easy-to-make party snacks. Other ideas include "Gift Wrapping Party," where attendees can learn to create edible gifts, or "New Year’s Resolution Cooking," emphasizing healthy recipes for the upcoming year.

How can I encourage attendance at my holiday-themed meetings?

Promote your meetings through social media and email newsletters, highlighting the fun themes and any special activities planned. Offering incentives, such as a raffle for Pampered Chef products or exclusive discounts for attendees, can also boost interest. Additionally, consider scheduling meetings at convenient times and locations to accommodate more guests.

What activities can I include in my holiday meetings to make them more engaging?

Incorporate hands-on cooking demonstrations, where attendees can participate in preparing holiday dishes. You could also organize a recipe swap, allowing guests to share their favorite holiday recipes. Another idea is to have a holiday-themed trivia game related to cooking and food, which can add a fun competitive element to the gathering.

How can I incorporate Pampered Chef products into my holiday meeting themes?

Feature specific Pampered Chef products that align with your theme, such as using the Stoneware for baking during a "Holiday Baking Extravaganza." Provide product demonstrations and offer attendees the chance to try out tools themselves. You can also create gift bundles featuring popular items for attendees to purchase as holiday gifts.

What are some tips for following up after the holiday meetings?

Send a thank-you email to all attendees, expressing appreciation for their participation and sharing highlights from the meeting. Include links to any recipes or products discussed, and encourage them to reach out with questions or feedback. Additionally, consider creating a survey to gather insights on what they enjoyed and what could be improved for future meetings.

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