Never Assume - Ask Everyone! Grandma Esther's Story

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Discussion Overview

This thread shares personal experiences related to hosting shows with elderly participants, highlighting unexpected outcomes and the importance of not making assumptions about potential hosts. Participants recount their interactions with older guests and the positive results that followed from engaging them.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares a story about hosting a show where elderly ladies attended, leading to a successful booking from a 90-year-old grandmother.
  • Another participant mentions having a $1000+ show with an elderly guest, noting their punctuality.
  • Several users express excitement about the potential of elderly participants as hosts, emphasizing that they are often overlooked in marketing.
  • One participant recounts a humorous incident involving a guest in a wheelchair, which ended positively with a catalog show booking.
  • Another participant reflects on their experience with a host's grandmother who booked a successful catalog show, reinforcing the idea of not pre-judging attendees.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the value of engaging elderly guests and the potential for successful bookings, with no clear disagreement noted.

Contextual Notes

The discussions center around personal experiences at shows, particularly involving elderly attendees, and highlight the unexpected opportunities that can arise from these interactions.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in exploring diverse hosting opportunities and those looking to engage with older demographics in their shows may find these experiences insightful.

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I had a really fun show last night......got 3 bookings and really good recruit lead. But I have a fun story about my favorite booking of the evening!

The show was to start at 7 - Promptly at 6:50, several VERY elderly ladies showed up - now this show was with a past host, and she had never had the LOL's (Little Old Ladies) there before....but one was her grandma and she had brought some friends with her.
At 7, it was still just me and the LOL's......so I'm thinking bookings bust for the evening.....but then others started trickling in, and we started the show at about 7:20.
So, I'm also thinking that the LOL's aren't going to like the demo - I did the Salsa w/ salad choppers, along with Southwest 7 layer Salad....and the host and I had done Cool & Creamy Choc. Fondue w/ strawberries before the show.
I passed around the Salsa - and actually had everyone help make that while I continued with the show.....and those LOL's LOVED the Salad Chopper!

At the close of the show, I seriously had to talk myself into asking everyone if they wanted to book - because in my mind - none of those LOL's were potential hosts....well, you can probably sense where this story is going!

I asked the host's 90 YEAR OLD GRANDMA and she booked a show for July - because she wants the SALAD CHOPPERS!:D :D :D
I'm thinking it will be a pretty good show - it's a large family - and who says NO to Grandma? Plus she is inviting everyone in her Condo Association - which is a VERY nice, new place! And she is planning on hosting it in their Clubhouse! As we were totaling up her order, I asked her what she would like to have me call her, since during introductions, she had introduced herself as "Just Grandma".....she told me to just call her Grandma.....so now, to me, she is Grandma Esther!:D

And the moral of this story is: NEVER ASSUME - ASK EVERYONE!
 
Cool! Love those LOLs.
 
I had a $1000+ show with a LOL in March. :) They are always prompt, aren't they?

Have fun!
 
That's so awesome and a true testament as to why we should ASK EVERYONE!!!
 
I'll tell you that in marketing the seniors are truly and untapped market because people count them out. I am so glad you didn't! And, glad that you have a new Grandma! I have one lady I see at my shows that I know her only as "Aunt Marie". LOL
 
Becky thanks for sharing that! I will have to definitely keep that in mind! Man, what a blessing! I'm sure her show will turn out great - let us know!
 
I had a host's grandmother book a catalog show that turned out to be $500+ and yet another reminder to me not to pre-judge anyone!
 
I had a similar situation with one of my shows last month. Three ladies in wheelchairs came to the party. One was in an electric chair and as I was passing by her, the loop in my apron caught her joy stick and the chair lunged forward. Luckily there was a recliner in the way which stopped her. I almost fell on the floor. She had the ride of her life. After the show as I was asking everyone about hosting, she said she'd like to do a catalog show because she had a lot of friends. She also told me that she used to sell Tupperware. Don't know if that was in her "before" life, but it was cool that she wanted to do more. The other two ladies also ordered products that they could use in their microwave and all three ordered the Mix N Chop as they felt it would help them. Like you said, don't prejudge anyone and ask everyone.
 
That's great! I hope she does book her clubhouse - you'll have more room, and she can invite more people! :)
 

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What is "Never Assume - Ask Everyone! Grandma Esther's Story" about?

"Never Assume - Ask Everyone! Grandma Esther's Story" is a motivational narrative that emphasizes the importance of not making assumptions about people's interest in direct sales opportunities. It illustrates how Grandma Esther's approach to asking everyone she met about their interest led to unexpected successes and connections in her Pampered Chef business.

How can I apply the lessons from Grandma Esther's story to my own direct sales business?

You can apply the lessons by adopting a mindset of curiosity and openness. Instead of assuming that someone may not be interested in your products or business opportunity, take the initiative to ask them directly. This approach can lead to discovering potential customers or team members you might have overlooked.

What are some practical tips for asking people about their interest in Pampered Chef?

Some practical tips include starting conversations in casual settings, using open-ended questions to gauge interest, and sharing your own positive experiences with Pampered Chef products. Additionally, consider hosting cooking demonstrations or parties to create a relaxed environment where people feel comfortable expressing their interest.

Why is it important not to make assumptions in direct sales?

Making assumptions can limit your potential customer base and team growth. By assuming someone isn't interested, you may miss out on valuable connections and opportunities. The story of Grandma Esther highlights that everyone has unique needs and interests, and asking can uncover those that you might not expect.

Can "Never Assume - Ask Everyone! Grandma Esther's Story" help me overcome my fear of rejection?

Yes, the story can serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement. It illustrates that rejection is a natural part of sales and that many successful individuals have faced it. By focusing on the potential positive outcomes of asking rather than the fear of rejection, you can build confidence and resilience in your direct sales efforts.

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