Preparing for a Holiday Open House: Questions & Challenges

[lisasfuncooking]

Sorry if this seems like a dumb question. I probably should know this.
For the fall/winter new sample packages- is there a deadline it needs to be ordered by? I am planning my 1st "open house/ holiday party" in November and want to show more new products. I am trying to budget my $. But don't want to miss out on buying them either.
Having 4 kids home everyday since May, I am completely burned out. :cry: School just started today and literally, this is my 2nd time being home alone since the spring with no distractions. :love: Even the dogs are behaving. Time to get caught up.

 

[esavvymom]

We have until Sept 30th to order them, according to the Information page on the Samples section.

 

[lisasfuncooking]

Thank you so much. I looked- but being that it didn't bite me in the butt, I figured it wasn't there. I kinda thought it was September.
I want to buy sooo much, but am on a very limited budget. Finally took 3 kids back to school shopping yesterday, then my older one calls me for $600 for college school books. It never ends.
I could try to do a catalog show this month for some of the items. At least I have some good parties booked.

 

[esavvymom]

That's how I'm doing it this time around. I didn't earn anything- but I only let myself buy the absolute items I really wanted. I can't buy anything else until I book some shows.
Nothing overly excited me, so I'm not feeling too deprived, and I got a good mix of things for only $100 out of my pocket.

 

[Staci]

Hi there! Don't worry, there are no dumb questions when it comes to being a consultant. The deadline for ordering the fall/winter new sample packages is October 31st. This will give you plenty of time to receive and showcase the new products at your open house/holiday party in November. I completely understand trying to budget your money, but these new products are definitely worth it. Plus, as a consultant, you get a discount on all products so that can help with your budgeting. I hope this helps and good luck with your open house/holiday party!