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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around participants sharing their experiences with scheduling and hosting cooking shows. Many discuss their recent and upcoming shows, while also expressing the challenges they face in maintaining a consistent schedule due to personal commitments.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentioned their last show was on June 1st and has several upcoming shows scheduled.
  • Another participant shared that their last show was in April and expressed the need to book another show soon to avoid going inactive.
  • Several users noted the difficulty in booking shows during busy months, such as graduations and holidays.
  • One participant indicated they average about two shows per month but face challenges due to work and family commitments.
  • Another participant mentioned having a successful first month in May with multiple shows and expressed a desire to improve their booking rate.
  • One participant shared their experience of feeling uneasy about having fewer shows booked for the upcoming months.
  • Several participants commented on the impact of summer activities on their show schedules, with some noting an increase in bookings this summer.
  • One participant expressed excitement about their upcoming shows and the potential for future bookings.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the frequency and ease of booking shows, with some participants experiencing success while others face challenges in securing dates.

Contextual Notes

Participants shared personal experiences related to their show schedules, highlighting the influence of personal life events on their business activities.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking to understand the varied experiences of their peers in scheduling and hosting cooking shows may find this discussion insightful.

Hey Carolyn,
I told you about my three this last week. We really need to do that conference call. I love the host bonus and guest special so much this month! Email me or call so we can set it up.
 
I have a confession. My last live shows were in February! That's right...February. Of course, I had $3250 in March, $2500 in April & over $2000 in May. I do this pretty part time right now so I'm very happy with that. It's all awesome catalog shows & expo stuff though! I've tried for home shows but everyone's been busy (including me) so it just hasn't worked. Is it bad that I'm doing better than when I do more actual shows??
 
I had one on the 7th and two on the 9th, and my next one is on the 12th. Then I have the 19th, 21st and 28th, plus 2 catalog shows I need to get in this month. I try to do three shows a week, except the weeks that I have too much happening. After my show on the 21st, we'll be camping for 4 days. I have Cub Scout Day Camp on the 29th and 30th.

I have a Bridal Show in July and another in August. I have two live demonstrations at our State Fair in August, plus working a time slot at the booth at the State Fair.

I really want to do at least 8 cooking shows a month, time allowing.
 
Jules711 said:
I have a confession. My last live shows were in February! That's right...February. Of course, I had $3250 in March, $2500 in April & over $2000 in May. I do this pretty part time right now so I'm very happy with that. It's all awesome catalog shows & expo stuff though! I've tried for home shows but everyone's been busy (including me) so it just hasn't worked. Is it bad that I'm doing better than when I do more actual shows??

That is outstanding!!
 
Jules711 said:
I have a confession. My last live shows were in February! That's right...February. Of course, I had $3250 in March, $2500 in April & over $2000 in May. I do this pretty part time right now so I'm very happy with that. It's all awesome catalog shows & expo stuff though! I've tried for home shows but everyone's been busy (including me) so it just hasn't worked. Is it bad that I'm doing better than when I do more actual shows??

You know, that is pretty awesome. Many people don't have that kind of sales when doing in home shows. Keep working it and those cooking shows will happen too.
 
My last actual show was the first part of May due to postponements and me not having my head in the right place to be on the phone consistently. My next shows are the 16th, 23rd, and 30th. I have been told I have some catalog shows in the works so I need to keep good follow up on them so I have them turn in for June.

July is another issue so the phone is going to be my best friend over the next several days since my son is gone to a summer camp.
 
Jules711 said:
I have a confession. My last live shows were in February! That's right...February. Of course, I had $3250 in March, $2500 in April & over $2000 in May. I do this pretty part time right now so I'm very happy with that. It's all awesome catalog shows & expo stuff though! I've tried for home shows but everyone's been busy (including me) so it just hasn't worked. Is it bad that I'm doing better than when I do more actual shows??

That is great if you are happy with how your business is working! I wish that more hosts would be interested in catalog shows! My hosts seem to do parties for the get-together part of it, and wouldn't want to ask their friends for orders without having a fun girls night out.
 
Much of it did stem from a home show and I've had some GREAT catalog show hosts and some good ones. I am happy with it even though I know I *should* have more home shows. As I'm in my home thinking of scheduling home shows, I'm just not excited. I know once I'm there, it's good and fun. Catalog shows are just so much easier and more profitable considering the time involved. I get stressed with too many at once. My daughter will be in school for a few hours a day this fall so that should help. Bad thing is I have a bridal shower Saturday (just found out yesterday). It's only my 2nd since I had to pass on another to another consultant last year. I'm freaking out b/c I don't know what to do! It's strange to have the first in so long to be an untypical home show.
 
I had one on Saturday, then June 15 & 29. I have six catty shows out. I have 4 July cooking and 1 catty show and 4 August Cooking shows.

I am a stay at home mom so I would like to have 6 to 8 shows a month. However, for those of you who do PC more than I do...Do you ever get overwhelmed with host coaching, ordering catalogs, etc???
 
luvs2cook said:
I had one on Saturday, then June 15 & 29. I have six catty shows out. I have 4 July cooking and 1 catty show and 4 August Cooking shows.

I am a stay at home mom so I would like to have 6 to 8 shows a month. However, for those of you who do PC more than I do...Do you ever get overwhelmed with host coaching, ordering catalogs, etc???

I'm in the 6-8 show category....and, no I don't feel overwhelmed. If I have 2 or more shows in one week, I try to do all the host-coaching in the same evening. The next evening I may work on customer care or bookings calls. I order catalogs & supplies once a month; & it varies depending on the number of shows, & if I'm doing a booth or something. The paycheck at the end of the month is worth the extra time:)
 
I had a cooking show on sunday during the day, I have a show tonight Monday , and my one after that is on Friday , some time 2 nights a week some times 3 I have been having about 8 to 10 shows a month but then I will slow down for July and Aug then get busy again in Sept
 

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