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Party Exchanges.... How Do You Feel About Them?

In summary, a PC consultant in a small town in the US has come up with the idea to host a party exchange with other local sellers of tuppaware, etc. She has already booked a party with one seller and is hosting a party for the seller next month. Several other people have done similar exchanges with positive results.
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I came up with an idea for me locally since I am the only PC consultant in the town that I live in, to see what other people in town sell things like tuppaware, etc...... that would be interested in doing a party exchange, I have one person so far that has booked a party with me... she sells tastefully simple..... and she had been looking for a PC consultant!! WHOO!!! So I am hosting a party for her and she is hosting a party for me.... Has anyone ever done anything like this before ? What kind of experinces have you had doing this?
 
The one sI have done have turned out ok. I did one with a Fragrant Lemon Peel rep - I had a $500 show for her, she had a $250 show for me that resulted in a long term customer who has spent several hundred over the years.

I did a wsap with a Partylite gal - I had a $1000 show for her - she had a $400 show for me but then signed and has been quite a decent producer.

I am swapping with a Mary Kay gal next month.
 
I often do this as most of my friends are in direct sales. Granted, they aren't always successful, but it's still a swap of service. I'm not very good with my Tastefully Simple shows, but my consultant always returns the favor with a PC show. I think I'm better at selling than hosting/buying...LOL!
 
I usually tell people that I don't like doing this; mainly because I'm too busy with my PC shows! I've had a couple home interiors parties, but didn't turn out very well. I did do a partylite show a few years ago that was pretty good. I'd rather just order from them occasionally. Seems like a lot of other direct selling gals around here aren't really doing it for their job; just a hobby, so they understand that this IS my job & don't have much time for hosting others.
 
I swapped shows with a Premier Jewelry rep and a Taste of Home consultant. Both of the shows that I hosted were this month! I think my family is done with shows for at least 6 months!:eek:

Anyways, the Premier rep had $501 in sales and I when I did my show I did $423. The TOHE rep is a former PC director and quit 5 years ago when she developed cancer. She asked some of her former customers and she turned in $705! I had my show on Friday so its still open so my sales are at $372.;) I don't think it's going to be as high because what I have gathered from my family and friends is that the stuff is nice but expensive. With a brand new company, I don't think that they can really justify as many expensive items as they do but hey, they don't care about my opinion!!:cool: :D

I say do it! Just make sure that they are spread out!:p
 
I think this is a fun way to get new exposure, but I've found that sometimes my family/friends feel a little put off that I contact them for PC all of the time and then I want them to come to other parties as well.
 
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I am also doing a scrapbook party for a ladie at chruch....... a different day of the week thought LOL....... I am hoping that it will boost my business and build my clientental as well as letting meet some new people. I don't know very many people in the twon that I live in since I only moved here a year ago.
 
I'm in the mist of swapping with a MK rep. I asked the same question,and I found about 75% had good things to say about it.... I'm just feeling a little anxious because I know she has about 200- 250 in sales, and I'm struggling to get people to commit to coming to the show I'm having for her this friday evening. I probably will not do this again, just for the simple fact that I'm busy with my PC and I don't want this feeling of guilt. If I'm desperate for a show -maybe- but if my business keeps growing, maybe I won't have that problem! :)
 
I personally don't exchange shows. I tell people I am just too busy selling
PC! I also feel funny asking my friends and family to buy when they are so loyal
to PC and having PC parties for me. I do recommend other party reps (if someone needs a MK lady or anything else I ususally know one!) and just
ask that they recommend people to me.
 
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thanks for the advice........ I really wanted to know how others handle it!!! Keep the suggestions coming !!
 
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I don't do other Home Parties unless it is something I really want! And the consultant has to impress me:) I did an Usbourne Books party last Oct. - because I wanted books for my son and nieces & nephews for Christmas....I only had 4 people come, but got a ton of outside orders, and ended up getting over $100 in books for about $30. The consultant was very happy with my show!
I went to a friend's Lia Sophia party fully intending to book a show - because she has been a good host for me, so I thought I'd help her out. But I was so turned off by the consultant's presentation that I decided I just couldn't do it!
That show was a study in everything I don't want my presentation to be! Unless I just really clicked with the consultant, I don't think I would trade shows - and like someone else said - I don't want to overload friends and family!
 
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At this point in time I am willing try something new to get it out of my shyness box... I am having a hard time getting bookings from shows so.. I am hoping this would increase my bookings and meet som new people at the same time, I haven't lived in the town that I live in very long. And I am the only PC consultant and as I found as people are looking for us!!!!!!!
 
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Party ExchangesI have only been a consultant since May and I have been doing exchanges the whole time. I think they work great. I just keep the bible verse-Do unto others as you would have them to do unto you in mind. And try to hold them the best party I can -hoping they will do the same for me.-Tricia:)
 
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Party ExchangesThanks Tricia... what exchange parties have you been doing this whole time?



Tricia Clarke said:
I have only been a consultant since May and I have been doing exchanges the whole time. I think they work great. I just keep the bible verse-Do unto others as you would have them to do unto you in mind. And try to hold them the best party I can -hoping they will do the same for me.-Tricia:)
 
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When it comes to swapping shows-if its something you can benefit from & what u want-do it but just know that when we swapshows they usually get the better deal! I am new & swapped with MK rep.. she had like a $300 show for me & i spent $35 and had a small show-their too pricey!!! I am doing a partylite show & I think it'll be good.Umm.. i just am learning the hard way they like to cancell or move dates on you to a date AFTER their PL show so they do as much effort as you did which isnt always fair cause our stuff is tstuff youll use everyday & not expensive!!!
 

What is a party exchange?

A party exchange is when a hostess is unable to attend her scheduled Pampered Chef party and asks another person to take her place as the hostess.

How do I request a party exchange?

If you are unable to attend your scheduled party, you can request a party exchange by contacting your Pampered Chef consultant and providing them with the name and contact information of the person who will be taking your place as the hostess.

Can I exchange my party for a different type of party?

Yes, you can exchange your party for a different type of party, such as a catalog party or a virtual party. Just let your consultant know what type of party you would prefer.

Is there a fee for a party exchange?

No, there is no fee for a party exchange. It is simply a way for the hostess to still receive the benefits of hosting a party without having to physically be there.

How do you feel about party exchanges?

We understand that life can be unpredictable and sometimes things come up that prevent a hostess from attending her party. We are happy to accommodate party exchanges and want to make sure that every hostess has a positive experience with Pampered Chef.

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