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Discussion Overview
This thread centers around participants seeking and sharing advice on how to reconnect with past contacts to increase bookings for their Pampered Chef businesses. Participants discuss strategies for outreach and express personal experiences related to contacting lost connections.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
- Exploratory
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses a need for help in wording their outreach to 44 contacts they haven't contacted in five years, seeking suggestions to increase bookings.
- Another participant mentions a program called "Step up your business" and shares a resource that includes a call script for reaching out to contacts.
- One participant shares their experience of using the provided script for making calls and expresses gratitude for the help received.
- A participant from the UK requests the script information, indicating they do not have access to it on their consultant corner.
- Another participant shares the script details, encouraging others to use it without overthinking.
- One participant mentions sending something like a recipe card before making a call to ease into the conversation.
- Another participant expresses a desire to overcome their fear of making phone calls and seeks advice on managing that anxiety.
- One participant shares their struggle with phone fear, feeling like they are bothering contacts, and questions if there are alternative methods for filling their calendar.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ on the best approach to reconnecting with past contacts, with some participants sharing specific strategies while others express personal challenges related to outreach.
Contextual Notes
Participants share personal experiences and strategies related to contacting past clients or acquaintances, highlighting the emotional challenges involved in outreach.
Who May Find This Useful
This discussion may be useful for Pampered Chef consultants looking for ideas on how to reconnect with past contacts and manage the anxiety associated with outreach efforts.
chefcharity
- 700
Have you heard of the Step up your business program? I just taught the first session and if you go to the link on consultant corner, print off the 'play sheet' for session 1. There is an 'out of the blue' call script there. It might help!
Oh, sorry.. go to "participants" then under session one you'll see the out of the blue script
Oh, sorry.. go to "participants" then under session one you'll see the out of the blue script
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chefcharity
- 700
Here you go! Good luck!
Here’s a script. Don’t spend time analyzing or editing it. Just try it!
Hi, _________. This is __________ with The Pampered Chef®. I’m not sure
you remember me, but we met at ________________. Have you got a
minute for a real quick question? (If yes, proceed. No pauses until after the
next question.)
This might be completely “out of the blue” for you, but I’ve been feeling
that I’ve maybe missed the boat with you, and would feel bad if I didn’t at
least give you an opportunity to find out a little more about this.
You know I’ve had my Pampered Chef business for ___ months/years, and
it’s been great for my family and me. (No elaboration! Remember, it’s not
about you!)
This is a time of year when we’re looking for people who might be
interested in earning some extra income, or having some fun with a
business like ours. What do you think? Have you ever thought about doing
something like this?
(For positive response) I’m so glad to hear that, _____! Can we plan a time
to talk more about it and see what questions you might have? (Set up time
to talk, face-to-face if at all possible.)
(If “no,” continue with script.) That’s too bad, ________. I’m sorry, because
I’d really like to work with you -- and I’m sorry you won’t be getting in on
all there is to experience and gain with a Pampered Chef business. (Slight
pause, then continue.) Do have a friend, or family member, or someone
you work with, that I could call about this? (No pause.) Someone who’s
positive, energetic, enjoys working with people and would love to have
something of their own like this that would be fun and could provide some
extra income?
(If no) Well, thank you so much, _____, for letting me just ask you about
it. Is there any other Pampered Chef need you might have before I go?
(Respond, follow through as needed.)
Thanks again, _____. Have a great afternoon!
If you get an answering machine:
Hi, ________. This is _______ with The Pampered Chef®.
Sorry I missed you. I’ll try again later.
Don’t know who to call?
Grab a stack of names
and numbers.
DON’T pre-qualify! This is not
about your active recruiting list.
This is an “out of the blue” treasure
hunt. Think about:
Hosts or customers you didn’t
invite to learn more about the
business and wish you had the
chance to try again.
Personal acquaintances you’ve
wanted to reconnect with but
haven’t spoken with in a while.
Friends or family members
you’d like to work with but
haven’t approached about the
business.
Use old drawing slips, guest
receipts, fair slips, your holiday card
list, address book, List of 100, etc.
Make the calls.
• Set a timer and record how many
people you reach in 30 minutes.
©
Here’s a script. Don’t spend time analyzing or editing it. Just try it!
Hi, _________. This is __________ with The Pampered Chef®. I’m not sure
you remember me, but we met at ________________. Have you got a
minute for a real quick question? (If yes, proceed. No pauses until after the
next question.)
This might be completely “out of the blue” for you, but I’ve been feeling
that I’ve maybe missed the boat with you, and would feel bad if I didn’t at
least give you an opportunity to find out a little more about this.
You know I’ve had my Pampered Chef business for ___ months/years, and
it’s been great for my family and me. (No elaboration! Remember, it’s not
about you!)
This is a time of year when we’re looking for people who might be
interested in earning some extra income, or having some fun with a
business like ours. What do you think? Have you ever thought about doing
something like this?
(For positive response) I’m so glad to hear that, _____! Can we plan a time
to talk more about it and see what questions you might have? (Set up time
to talk, face-to-face if at all possible.)
(If “no,” continue with script.) That’s too bad, ________. I’m sorry, because
I’d really like to work with you -- and I’m sorry you won’t be getting in on
all there is to experience and gain with a Pampered Chef business. (Slight
pause, then continue.) Do have a friend, or family member, or someone
you work with, that I could call about this? (No pause.) Someone who’s
positive, energetic, enjoys working with people and would love to have
something of their own like this that would be fun and could provide some
extra income?
(If no) Well, thank you so much, _____, for letting me just ask you about
it. Is there any other Pampered Chef need you might have before I go?
(Respond, follow through as needed.)
Thanks again, _____. Have a great afternoon!
If you get an answering machine:
Hi, ________. This is _______ with The Pampered Chef®.
Sorry I missed you. I’ll try again later.
Don’t know who to call?
Grab a stack of names
and numbers.
DON’T pre-qualify! This is not
about your active recruiting list.
This is an “out of the blue” treasure
hunt. Think about:
Hosts or customers you didn’t
invite to learn more about the
business and wish you had the
chance to try again.
Personal acquaintances you’ve
wanted to reconnect with but
haven’t spoken with in a while.
Friends or family members
you’d like to work with but
haven’t approached about the
business.
Use old drawing slips, guest
receipts, fair slips, your holiday card
list, address book, List of 100, etc.
Make the calls.
• Set a timer and record how many
people you reach in 30 minutes.
©
AJPratt
Silver Member
- 6,674
Frequently Asked Questions
What are lost connections in direct sales?
Lost connections refer to potential customers or team members you previously engaged with but have since lost touch with. These could be individuals who showed interest in your products or business opportunity but did not follow through or maintain communication.
How can I effectively reach out to lost connections?
To effectively reach out, start by personalizing your message. Remind them of your previous interactions, express genuine interest in their well-being, and share any updates about your business or products that might interest them. A friendly and non-pushy approach works best.
What should I say in my message to lost connections?
Your message should include a warm greeting, a brief reminder of your last interaction, and an invitation to reconnect. You can also mention any new products, promotions, or changes in your business that might be relevant to them. Always keep the tone light and friendly.
How often should I follow up with lost connections?
It's best to follow up periodically without being overly persistent. A good rule of thumb is to reach out every few months, depending on the nature of your previous relationship. If they respond positively, you can adjust your follow-up frequency based on their engagement.
What if I don’t get a response from my lost connections?
If you don’t receive a response, don’t take it personally. People are often busy or may not be interested at the moment. Consider sending a follow-up message after some time, but if they still don’t respond, it’s best to respect their space and move on.
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