Should I Even Do an Open House?

[naekelsey]

I have been thinking of doing an Open House in the next few weeks featuring the new products. I am just not sure if I should.

I just got back into PC in Jan so don't have to many hosts or customers. I am afraid that when I invite everyone, it might cut into the sales of the few shows that I have scheduled for Feb and March. Does this make sense?

Any thoughts on this?

 

[pchockeymom]

Do you perhaps have avenues you have not tapped into yet, say people you're not super close to, like your neighbors? Maybe you could print up invitations and take them to places like where you get your hair done, let them know what you're doing, get their feedback, the doctor's office, the bank, etc. This could open new doors for you.

 

[naekelsey]

This is going to make me sound like a hermit!! Since this is my 3rd time at doing this, I have REALLY exhausted my friends and family. (This time I am determined and am able to be consistent)Unfortunately, the neighborhood I live in, no one is close to anyone nor do they talk to anyone! Not like my previous neighborhood at all! In a way it's good but in a way it's bad.. I am cheap and don't have the money to spend on getting my hair even trimmed so that doesn't happen but maybe once in a while. My back account is only an ATM account so just use the ATM to do everything. (if I use the tellers I get charged and the bank close to me is the one in the grocery store with 2 or 3 people in it) My kids don't have to go to the docs very often. And then my son walks to and from school and I just drop off and pick up my other child.Told you it would make me sound like a hermit!!

 

[angel7581]

Some things that have helped me:
- Join a PTO or PTA
- Join the YMCA
- Find some business networks
- LinkedIn

 

[Wildfire]

I completely understand your hesitation about hosting an Open House with new products. It can be a tough decision to make, especially when you are just getting back into the business and may not have a large customer base yet.My suggestion would be to reach out to your current hosts and customers and see if they would be interested in attending your Open House. This way, you can still showcase the new products and potentially gain some additional sales, without worrying about it affecting your current shows.Additionally, you could offer a special discount or incentive for those who attend your Open House and make a purchase. This could help generate more interest and sales without competing with your current shows.Ultimately, the decision is yours and you know your business best. But I believe an Open House can be a great opportunity to introduce new products and potentially gain new customers. I wish you all the best in your decision-making process. Happy cooking!