Regional Event in Hilliard, OH: What Should I Wear?

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around the upcoming regional event in Hilliard, OH, with participants sharing their excitement and discussing what to wear. Many express curiosity about the event format and attire, while others reflect on their past experiences at similar events.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses excitement for the event and asks others what they plan to wear, unsure whether to dress up or wear jeans.
  • Another participant, who has never attended a regional event, inquires about what to expect.
  • Several participants mention wearing jeans, with one noting that jeans were common at past events.
  • One participant shares their experience from last year's event, describing it as fun and informative, and mentions dressing in business casual attire.
  • Another participant reflects on their experience of wearing comfortable clothing while pregnant at a previous event.
  • One participant describes the structure of last year's event, highlighting various topics covered and the enjoyable atmosphere.
  • A participant who attended the recent event shares their positive impressions and notes the benefits of the new venue compared to the previous year.
  • Another participant discusses their enthusiasm for implementing ideas learned from the event in their future shows.
  • One participant congratulates a new consultant and explains the difference between regional events and the National Conference.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding what to wear, with some participants leaning towards casual attire while others prefer business casual. There is no clear consensus on the expected dress code for the event.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and expectations related to the regional event, reflecting a mix of excitement and uncertainty about what to expect.

Who May Find This Useful

New consultants and those attending their first regional event may find the shared experiences and discussions about attire and event structure helpful.

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I can't wait for tomorrow's event! I'm at my full-time today, just itching for tomorrow to be here. I had so much fun last year and can't wait for tomorrow's event. Anyone else feel the same way?

If you are going, can I ask what you are planning on wearing? I'm not sure if I want to dress up or just wear jeans. Your thoughts?
 
We're having our regional event on the last Monday of this month. I've never been to one before....what are they like?
 
I'll be there! I am getting excited too!
I think I am wearing jeans and a sweater. Hope that's OK, I have never been to a regional meeting like this before.
If you went last year, what did most people dress in?
Thanks!!
 
I'll be there tomorrow too! I've never been either, and have no idea what to expect. I've never been to conference or anything either! I guess I didn't think about what to wear! lol

I hope it is a lot of fun. I was worried it might not be when I saw it was all day, but I'm sure it'll be fun!
 
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Though, I've never been to NC from what I hear it's like a mini NC. Last years event was a hotel and we started out in a big room and had an opening session, we then rotated though different topics/tables in a common area: we learned about the wedding registry, new products, how to set up a table at a fair/craft show/etc and there was a couple other topics. We then regrouped for lunch and then broke out into various mini sessions on recruiting, sales, host coaching, etc. And to end the day we watched a cooking show live. It was awesome! I'm sure tomorrow's event will be just as good.
 
I went to this last year and am unable to go tomorrow. It was a lot of fun. Lots of good tips and ideas. Also, a lot of time to talk with others. I remember dressing more business casual (like what they want us to wear at conference). I think I wore kakhi's and a nice sweater. Have fun and take lots of notes.
 
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I was pregnant last year and remember thinking I'm wearing something comfortable. I was in jeans. There was a mixed crowd, but jeans wasn't uncommon. I just wanted to get a pulse for what others were going to wear, that's all.
 
I went today! And am glad I did! Attended last year's too.
What do you all think? I thought Julie was fantastic! I bought the "Designing an Amazing Party Experience" and have it on right now even.

Oh, the event was less than five minutes from my house and right next to my warm season walk/run trail (the Heritage Trail).

The facility was much better than the hotel last year, and I liked having it all one thing rather than breaking up in to workshops. We got to spend a lot more productive time than all the time it takes moving around and regrouping.

So what did you all think about closing the show the same night? I thought she stated her case very effectively and want to do it!

Oh, I wore more business casual, want to look and feel like a director before I actually get there. Last year I wore jeans. : )

Kris
 
whats the regional event? I just got my kit on Thursday so I still don't know a lot. TIA
Terra
 
Terra~

First off, congratulations on starting your own business!

Each year we are all invited to attend National Conference which is held in Chicago (where PC began...Home office is there) in July. This is a 2.5 day event where you all meet in one auditorium for "general sessions" where there are speakers and where we all learn about the new products that will be coming out that fall.

Regional is a much smaller scale (think 350 people instead of 3,500 people) and is a day long affair. Today's speaker was a coach for direct sell businesses. She actually started off doing direct sales years ago and was very successful. Now, she just coaches other DS people how to duplicate what she did. (Even though she sold candles...) She had a ton of really good ideas that would be easy for anyone to implement into their shows, even if you are a somewhat shy person like I am.

Sorry if I am rambling, I just got home from there (long story, car trouble with some of our cluster mates...) and I have been up since 4 AM.

Speaking of which, I am sooooooo tired, so:
'night all!
 
Thank you that helps a lot :)
Terra
 
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Kris,

I thought yesterday was great! My head was swimming with all her great ideas. I thought Julie was great and her ideas seemed so simple...I can't wait to have my next show and try her ideas. I also like the idea of closing the show the night of the party. Now, I just have to start coaching my hosts that way, so they are prepared for that. I think it's a win/win for everyone.

I got to sit at the same table with Darla! I couldn't believe it, it was awesome - even though she was often running around attending to the events of the day. Oh and just in case you are wondering, Darla sends the invitations for her hosts (she doesn't ask for postage..but I guess she doesn't really have too) and she also picks up the needed ingredients (again, on her dime). Maybe there is something to it....

I wasn't able to purchase any of ther CD's yesterday, but I will soon! This way I can pick up on other ideas that I didn't catch yesterday.
 
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Kris,

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I got to sit at the same table with Darla! I couldn't believe it, it was awesome - even though she was often running around attending to the events of the day. Oh and just in case you are wondering, Darla sends the invitations for her hosts (she doesn't ask for postage..but I guess she doesn't really have too) and she also picks up the needed ingredients (again, on her dime). Maybe there is something to it....
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I am guessing you are talking about Darla Oelmann, if so, she was at our Cluster meeting in January !! She sat at one table and then moved to ours. I sat next to her, although it wasn't hard to be close, because there was only maybe 12 people at my director's house. She sat and talked to us and fed and burped the newest 'member' of our cluster (he was about 2 months old). We talked just a few minutes (maybe 20 or so and then it was time to go.

You would never guess she was so high up in PC, she seemed just like one of us, and I didn't think anything of it, until I realized she is one of the people in front of every catalog.:eek:

Anyway, Darla was really nice and I am glad you shared your info about what she does... next time I will have to ask her questions :D
 
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chefheather said:
Kris,

I got to sit at the same table with Darla! I couldn't believe it, it was awesome - even though she was often running around attending to the events of the day. Oh and just in case you are wondering, Darla sends the invitations for her hosts (she doesn't ask for postage..but I guess she doesn't really have too) and she also picks up the needed ingredients (again, on her dime). Maybe there is something to it....
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Heather--I was at your table too! Wasn't that so cool to sit with Darla?!

I really liked Julie's ideas. I wasn't so sure when she first started, but I was hooked by the afternoon. I bought her Amazing Party Experience & the downloadable files. I listened to it on the way home--I like having the actual words she used.

I'm going to ask my February hosts when I call them next if they would like to close that night/day. One already asked ME to do that. I'm doing it with EVERYONE starting in March! The only show I might not do it for would be a bridal shower--give the bride time to choose her stuff if a bunch of people just give money.
 
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Wow Kris - I didn't make the connection with the name...but it's good to put a face with a virtual cluster member...good to meet you! I do want to get Julie's CD's, but told myself that I have to use my commissions towards those...so time to get to work!
 
Heather, are you in Lou or Gayle's cluster?

I knew Darla when she was a young director, I think when she was a senior director. maybe Executive...I can't remember, too long ago. She hasn't changed and I was so glad when I came back and saw that.

We had a woman at our table that sold over 100,000 last year!

Kris
 
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Yea, Lou is my director. Darla is wonderful. I've taken her step-up program and couldn't believe how down to earth she is.
 
I loved yesterday and Julie was fantastic. I bought 2 of her CD's and am anxious to implement some of her ideas. Do you remember the woman who got up and told her story (pink shirt)? THAT WAS ME!!! And yes it is true, I never attended a PC show until I signed my agreement and the first show I attended was my first show as a consultant. :) What are some of the ideas you are going to implement first?
 
My WOW Do it Now.....I'm redoing my show, writing my script for the opening right now (well taking a break and multi tasking). Also I've listened to the first part of my Amazing Party cd about 10 times already. You have to complete the first homework assignments before going on, so I'm working on that.

Melissa...I know who you are! That is so cool!
I sat next to Lou, she is a wonderful person, I just love her to pieces.

Looks like I won't be able to do the step up to director class until August.

Very cool pkd, are you the one that we had to 'look up' because of? Seemed to be a common phrase yesterday. : )
Great story.

What do you guys think about the invitation idea? (I have to work on that assignment next).

Kris
 
I'm still thinking about the invitation idea. I mail out the invites now & don't make them pay me for postage (do all my postage as a write off), but that would be 15 more cents PER guest, which changes the amount for 40 guests to around $15. But if it would make the people who come more willing & excited, it might be worth it. I think I'm going to try some other ideas first, like the party date cards, the commercials & ending the show that night first. I am really wanting to try the cheerleader & cop, but I'm kind of quiet & don't know if I could do it--although I think that would make the show really fun & different (& I would like it as a guest).

We're going on vacation this week (driving from IN to FL), so there's a long drive. I think I'm going to work on making up my commercials & story, etc.

By the way--was Rae who went up on stage to do the story example the same Rae who is on CS? I thought I saw a CS pin on her shirt!
 
chefheather said:
Yea, Lou is my director. Darla is wonderful. I've taken her step-up program and couldn't believe how down to earth she is.
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I want to take Darla's May Step Up class. What is it like? How much is it? Where do you stay?
 
I want to go to the store tomorrow to get things for my opp. gift bags. Does anyone remember everything that went into them? I remember bath beads, tea, candle, chocolate kisses & a greeting card. Was there anything else?
 
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By the way--was Rae who went up on stage to do the story example the same Rae who is on CS? I thought I saw a CS pin on her shirt!
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Yes, that was our Rae! I met her during registration/breakfast, but then had to move tables so I didn't get to sit with her for very long!
 
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I want to take Darla's May Step Up class. What is it like? How much is it? Where do you stay?
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I am going to the Step Up weekend this weekend. (Boy will my head be mush after yesterday and then this Friday and Saturday!!!)

Darla has a "training center" on her property that holds about 15 people. That's where you stay, so there's no hotel cost. I am really excited now that I heard there will only be so few people there. That way, I am sure that we will each get to know Darla better.

My Director (Therese Holderbaum) has always told me how great Darla is and I was able to spend quite a bit of time with her in January at a special Bed and Breakfast Victorian Tea Luncheon that our Director took us on. I got to sit next to her at that lunch and I agree with those who have said you would never guess how "high" up in PC she is or how much $ she makes. She is one of the most genuine, loving, moral and caring people that I have ever met. It really makes me happy that she is my upline!
 
Other items in opportunity bag: recruiting info (CD, brochures). Could also include Take 5 candy bar. Also What I Believe .... The greeting card said something like "Take a break and Pamper yourself and consider the possibilities".
 
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Other items in opportunity bag: recruiting info (CD, brochures). Could also include Take 5 candy bar. Also What I Believe .... The greeting card said something like "Take a break and Pamper yourself and consider the possibilities".
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Thanks-I knew about the PC stuff--I was thinking of things I'd have to go to the store to buy. I'm placing an order this week for the spring paperwork to get the opp brochures & DVD. I believe she mentions what to put on the card in her CD on the Amazing Party. I couldn't remember if she said in the CD about what to put IN the bag or not! Thanks!
 
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I am going to the Step Up weekend this weekend. (Boy will my head be mush after yesterday and then this Friday and Saturday!!!)

Darla has a "training center" on her property that holds about 15 people. That's where you stay, so there's no hotel cost. I am really excited now that I heard there will only be so few people there. That way, I am sure that we will each get to know Darla better.
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Have fun at the training! Instead of mush, maybe your brain will be so full of ideas that you'll recruit like crazy the next month! She told me about the training this weekend, but we're on vacation from the 7th-13th. So the next one I could do is May. Good to know that I wouldn't have to pay for a hotel! Did your director give you a registration form, or how did you sign up? I emailed my director tonight to ask, but am waiting to hear back.
 
I missed that she's having a step up class in May. Do you guys remember the date of it?
I should do that one.

Kris
 
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I missed that she's having a step up class in May. Do you guys remember the date of it?
I should do that one.

Kris
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May 4th and 5th - I only remember that because I related it to my daughter's birthday, which is on the 4th. I highly recommend you go :)
 
I am hoping my May is booked solid with HWC so I am looking into August. I should be still on a high from Nat'l Conference and this would give me a little more for Fall/Winter. How do we go about registering? I e-mailed by Director but haven't heard back yet.
 
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