Successful First Open House with Mystery Host and $870 in Sales!

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses a participant's experience hosting their first open house event, highlighting the unexpected success in sales and the use of a mystery host. Other participants express excitement and share their own experiences and questions related to open house events.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their experience of achieving $870 in sales during their first open house, which exceeded their expectations.
  • Another participant expresses excitement and curiosity about the advertising methods used for the open house.
  • One participant mentions sending out invites to 40 people, resulting in 16 attendees, which they consider a good turnout.
  • A new participant expresses enthusiasm about their upcoming open house and hopes to replicate the success of the original poster.
  • One participant notes that they typically do not receive as strong a response for open houses and appreciates the support shown by attendees.
  • Another participant shares their experience with a mystery host event, mentioning that it led to bookings for future shows.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the effectiveness of open house events, with some participants expressing strong success while others note less favorable experiences.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and varying levels of success with open house events within the Pampered Chef community.

Who May Find This Useful

Participants in the Pampered Chef community, especially those planning their own open house events, may find the shared experiences and insights valuable.

pchefpatti13
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Hi All!! I just had my first open house yesterday and it went really well. I was only expecting about $200-300 in orders and I ended up at $870!!! I did the mystery host thing and she got $165 of FREE products! She was really happy. Thanks for all the help on this site!!!
 
Way to go!!THat is awesome! How did you advertise your Open House? How many people showed up? That is a great order total! You must be sooooo excited!
 
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Thanks! I just sent out invites to everyone I knew. Probably 40 people. I had 16 people show up! Pretty good!
 
Congrats!!!!I am new around and just ordered my kit last week....My open house is coming
up and I can only hope I do as well as you! That is so awesome! I am so
excited to become part of the PC family! Everyone is such a great help here! :)
 
pchefpatti13 said:
Thanks! I just sent out invites to everyone I knew. Probably 40 people. I had 16 people show up! Pretty good!
Wow!!! That's a REALLY good return on those 40 invites you sent out. Way to go! I usually don't have that good of a response with Open Houses. It sounds like people want to support you in your new business, which is great! Did any book shows off of there? I just did a Mystery Host thing and chose two co-hosts to split up the benefits a little bit and they were both SO excited. The funny thing was, they were two people who decided to book shows (and actually gave me dates!) and they won! They'll have a lot more stuff coming to them when they host their shows. :)

Congrats on a successful Open House!!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Mystery Host Open House?

A Mystery Host Open House is a fun and engaging event where guests can shop for Pampered Chef products while having the chance to win free products and host rewards. The identity of the host is kept a mystery until the end of the event, adding excitement and intrigue.

How can I ensure a successful Mystery Host Open House?

To ensure a successful Mystery Host Open House, promote the event effectively through social media, email invitations, and personal outreach. Create an inviting atmosphere with product displays, samples, and engaging demonstrations. Encourage guests to bring friends and offer incentives for attendance.

What strategies can I use to achieve high sales, like $870?

To achieve high sales, focus on showcasing popular and versatile products that appeal to your audience. Offer exclusive event-only discounts or bundles, and encourage guests to place orders during the event. Additionally, provide excellent customer service and follow up with attendees after the event to secure additional sales.

How do I select the Mystery Host and announce the winner?

At the end of the event, you can randomly select the Mystery Host from the attendees who made a purchase. This can be done using a drawing or a random number generator. Announce the winner during the closing remarks of the event, and celebrate their rewards to encourage future participation.

What are some follow-up strategies after the event?

After the event, send thank-you notes to attendees and share the total sales achieved. Follow up with guests who expressed interest in products but didn’t purchase, and offer to answer any questions they may have. Consider scheduling a follow-up party or offering additional promotions to keep the momentum going.

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