New Consultant Starting to Panic!

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around a new consultant expressing anxiety about an upcoming open house event due to a lack of RSVPs. Participants share their personal experiences and thoughts on handling similar situations.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal, Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses concern about not receiving RSVPs but notes the absence of outright declines as a positive sign.
  • Another participant encourages going forward with the event regardless of RSVPs, viewing it as valuable practice and an opportunity for a write-off.
  • A participant shares their experience of having no attendees at their first event, emphasizing the practice aspect and the enjoyment of family members who benefited from the food.
  • One participant suggests making follow-up calls to encourage RSVPs and mentions the possibility of taking orders from those unable to attend.
  • Another participant notes that not receiving RSVPs is common and not necessarily a negative indicator.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the value of proceeding with the event for practice, though there are differing opinions on the importance of follow-up calls.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects the experiences of consultants navigating the challenges of hosting events and managing expectations regarding attendance.

Who May Find This Useful

New consultants or those facing similar challenges with event planning may find the shared experiences and perspectives relevant.

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shellsgirlz
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Uggghhhh...my open house is Friday. I sent out invites through Evite. Most everyone has read but no one has RSVP'ed yet. OK, so on the bright side there are no "heck no's"

I know I should give it a few days and then start calling. Although when I was calling people to do my first shows people were avoiding me like the plague.

If I end up with no RSVPs do I go forward as if I'm having the show and just call it practice in making the recipes and hope that someone shows?

I really want this to be a big success. My husband thinks I'm nuts for doing this.
 
Definitely do it! Unless I see a no, I consider them a maybe!! It will be great practice, and the recipe ingredients are a great write-off! You have nothing to lose! ....A reason to clean, practice recipes & learn!
 
when I first started I had noone show up at all. Although I was heartbroken it was great practice and the family loved the "free" food...go for it!! you never know when someone will drop by unexpectantly. (sp?)
 
Definately follow up with calls. Hopefully they will answer the phone and you can get an RSVP that way. Also, you can ask if they would like to place an order if they say that they are not able to come.

Help your attendance by reminding those attending to bring a friend!
 
Do follow up calls. I rarely get RSVP's, so, that is not necessarily a bad sign.
 

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