Struggling to Book Parties? Tips to Boost Your Direct Sales Business

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around participants sharing their experiences and challenges in booking parties for their direct sales business during the summer months. Many express feelings of frustration and concern regarding their current booking situations.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions having only one catalog show booked for July and feeling like their business is sinking.
  • Another participant shares their experience of having three shows in July but none booked for August, expressing hope that the situation will improve.
  • Several users mention efforts to promote their business, such as distributing flyers and contacting local events, but still face challenges in securing bookings.
  • One participant notes that they had two shows cancel last minute and are considering incentives to encourage bookings for August.
  • Another participant expresses frustration over not being able to reach hosts and potential clients, leading to cancellations and no future bookings.
  • Some participants acknowledge that summer is typically a slower season for bookings, with many people occupied with vacations and activities.
  • One participant highlights their recent success in booking multiple shows for August after a slow start, contrasting with others who are struggling.
  • Another participant reflects on the impact of helping a recruit on their own business, leading to a decline in personal bookings.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ among participants regarding the challenges of booking parties, with some expressing optimism for future bookings while others feel discouraged by their current situations. No clear consensus emerges on the best strategies to overcome these challenges.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to the seasonal nature of direct sales, particularly during summer months, and the varying degrees of success in securing bookings.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants experiencing similar struggles with booking parties during the summer months may find the shared experiences and insights relevant to their own situations.

hey everybody! i know i'm still like supernew and all but don't get too down about it! i started in june had nothing in my first 30 days. i was really bummed, but this month even with 1 cancelation i'm about to submit my 3rd show and might end up with a 4th. 3 out of those 4 shows will be strictly from pampering buisnesses. i wasn't sure what to expect but ended up on a really positive note. i know it's not like i'm making millions but hey at least i'm building som momentum right? now if i could just book some catalog shows for august i would be set! sorry i was so long winded!
 
I hadn't had a show since April and thought I would have to go inactive this month. A friends sister that I talked to came through and decided to book, so that got me to my $200 I needed. I've gotten better at sending out news letters (still no real response from them, but at least hopefully I'm in people's heads!). And I finally broke down and bought some logo gear. Should be here at the end of the week. Figure I'll start wearing it everywhere. Biz isn't great, but I'm optimistic, especially with the new products and the holidays coming up.
 
pampermejolene said:
I hadn't had a show since April and thought I would have to go inactive this month. A friends sister that I talked to came through and decided to book, so that got me to my $200 I needed.

I've gotten better at sending out news letters (still no real response from them, but at least hopefully I'm in people's heads!).

And I finally broke down and bought some logo gear. Should be here at the end of the week. Figure I'll start wearing it everywhere.

Biz isn't great, but I'm optimistic, especially with the new products and the holidays coming up.
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Longevity and Persistence! Keep sending those newsletters - stay in front of peoples eyes...and eventually, it will pay off. I have had 3 referrals in the past month from past hosts and customers who I haven't personally talked to in a while....but they consider me their PC lady...now, not only do I have the new business from them - but it gives me a perfect reason to call them and thank them for the referral. (I give gifts for referrals!:D)
 
After doing PC for 4 years my summers were always slow. My biz picks up during the fall. Hang in there!:)
 
I am having everybody say, I'm interested, but I will call you..don't call me
Or call me back in the fall.
 
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UPDATE:

Yesterday a past guest Imed me about her chopper. We ended up talking and now her and her daughter are having a show in August!!! Yay!!!
 
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