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Discussion Overview
The thread explores various strategies and experiences related to promoting personal websites among Pampered Chef consultants. Participants share how they incorporate their website into their marketing efforts and discuss the effectiveness of these strategies in generating business.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
Main Points Raised
- One participant mentions promoting their website on every catalog, order form, and postcard, along with a monthly newsletter containing links to their site.
- Another participant shares their approach of including their web address and phone number on catalogs, emphasizing that customers can contact them directly if they do not have internet access.
- Several users note that they mention their website multiple times during shows and include it on all promotional materials.
- One participant expresses that they receive 1-2 orders a month through their website, while another states they currently do not receive any orders but hopes for increased business during the holidays.
- A participant, who recently started, reports receiving orders through their website for shows they held, viewing it as a professional asset.
- One consultant shares their experience of generating significant online sales over several months, attributing part of their success to regular email communication with customers.
- Another participant highlights a concern about potential sales being misattributed to another consultant with a similar name, suggesting that changing the website address could be a solution.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ on the effectiveness of websites in generating business, with some participants reporting success while others do not see significant results. No clear consensus emerges regarding the overall impact of website promotion.
Contextual Notes
Participants share personal experiences and strategies related to website promotion, reflecting a range of outcomes based on individual circumstances and customer bases.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants looking for insights into various promotional strategies for their websites may find the shared experiences and approaches beneficial.
ughubug
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vwpamperedchef
On the new batch of catalogs I am going to order I am just putting my web address and phone number.
If they have a computer, they can do everything from the website (email me, call me, place an order, book a show).
If they dont have a computer they can at least call me.
I too put it on EVERYTHING I hand out. EVERYTHING.
HTH
If they have a computer, they can do everything from the website (email me, call me, place an order, book a show).
If they dont have a computer they can at least call me.
I too put it on EVERYTHING I hand out. EVERYTHING.
HTH
missyciccolella
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missyciccolella
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vwpamperedchef
I dont get any website orders. I am hoping with the holidays I will get some last minute shoppers. But as of now, nothing. My director gets a lot of business on hers.
Oh and I have the car magnet. Yes magnet. One fell off while driving on the parkway!
I think it depends, my customer base is small, I've been with PC one year. My director has been doing it for 4 years.
In the New Year, I am promoting the HECK out of my website. I just renewed it for a year and I want to make back my $96!
Oh and I have the car magnet. Yes magnet. One fell off while driving on the parkway!
I think it depends, my customer base is small, I've been with PC one year. My director has been doing it for 4 years.
In the New Year, I am promoting the HECK out of my website. I just renewed it for a year and I want to make back my $96!
kbuck
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chefsteph07 said:
My wife and I just started (last days of October) and held 3 shows in November. We had orders for all 3 shows come in through the website and we had 3 individual orders come through, too. For us the website is there as a convenience for our (potential) customers and hosts. In addition, we feel it makes us look a lot more professional. For the minimal cost, in my opinion, it is a great asset to have.
Chefgirl2
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My signature on all outgoing emails says something like:
Elaine Ballard
Independent Director and Consultant Trainer for The Pampered Chef
H-(***) ***-**** / C-(***) ***-****
www.**************/elaineballard
Save my website under "Favorites" for 24 hour shopping! You'll be only a click away from exceptional products, savings, service and opportunity!
I talk about it at every show. I let my guests keep the catalog if they are pretty sure they aren't going to toss it. When I do my survey slip I let guests know they will get emails from me as a form of customer service. This way if they want to buy something or if something breaks they will easily be in touch with me at least once a month.
I only recently have been sending regular weekly emails. In October my online sales were $362 and November's were $352. But...April they were $619!
Once you get the hang of sending the emails- the few minutes it takes to do it really pay off. So far my website has made me over $800 in commission and almost 3,000 trip points.
I hope to triple it next year...
There is only bad thing about my website. My sites address has been the same since we were able to have them. Now, there is someone with the site as /elaine . If people don't type my name in as elaineballard and do elaine ballard ,the sale goes to the other consultant.
This also happens when I use some the web designs PC offers us. The sent email will have a hyperlink with www.***********.***/elaine
ballard (With Ballard being on the second line) Tech support said they can't do anything about it.
I am working through that by using basic HTML code like you see when you add bold or different fonts here. Lately, I have been able to make my address fit by making it smaller!
Elaine Ballard
Independent Director and Consultant Trainer for The Pampered Chef
H-(***) ***-**** / C-(***) ***-****
www.**************/elaineballard
Save my website under "Favorites" for 24 hour shopping! You'll be only a click away from exceptional products, savings, service and opportunity!
I talk about it at every show. I let my guests keep the catalog if they are pretty sure they aren't going to toss it. When I do my survey slip I let guests know they will get emails from me as a form of customer service. This way if they want to buy something or if something breaks they will easily be in touch with me at least once a month.
I only recently have been sending regular weekly emails. In October my online sales were $362 and November's were $352. But...April they were $619!
Once you get the hang of sending the emails- the few minutes it takes to do it really pay off. So far my website has made me over $800 in commission and almost 3,000 trip points.
I hope to triple it next year...
There is only bad thing about my website. My sites address has been the same since we were able to have them. Now, there is someone with the site as /elaine . If people don't type my name in as elaineballard and do elaine ballard ,the sale goes to the other consultant.
This also happens when I use some the web designs PC offers us. The sent email will have a hyperlink with www.***********.***/elaine
ballard (With Ballard being on the second line) Tech support said they can't do anything about it.
I am working through that by using basic HTML code like you see when you add bold or different fonts here. Lately, I have been able to make my address fit by making it smaller!
Kitchen Diva
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myinnerchef
Gold Member
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are some effective ways to promote my Pampered Chef website?
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How often should I update my website content for better promotion?
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