Troubleshooting Bookings: A Weird Problem with My Calendar

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses challenges and strategies related to managing a high volume of bookings for cooking shows. Participants share their experiences and thoughts on maintaining host engagement and exploring options for accommodating multiple shows.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses concern about maintaining host interest for shows booked months in advance and considers the idea of a monthly mega-show.
  • Another participant suggests keeping in touch with hosts to maintain their enthusiasm and offers ideas for scheduling flexibility.
  • One participant shares their experience of managing two shows a week, indicating that this balance works well for their family.
  • A participant provides suggestions for venues to hold a mega-show and emphasizes the importance of having an assistant for support.
  • Another participant recounts a successful experience of recruiting a host who had multiple bookings, suggesting this as a potential solution for managing high demand.
  • One participant shares their method of keeping in touch with hosts through emails, postcards, and calls to build excitement for their shows.
  • Several participants express appreciation for a helpful letter shared in the thread, indicating its usefulness in their own practices.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best approach to managing bookings and host engagement, with no clear consensus emerging on a single solution.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and strategies based on their individual circumstances and community dynamics.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for ideas on managing bookings and maintaining host engagement may find the shared experiences and suggestions relevant.

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Pampered Laura
Well I know this may come across as someone saying "oh woe is me, my thighs have no cellulite"... LOL But I have a weird problem.

At the middle of February, I was already full for March and half of April.
I do 8-9 shows per month.
Don't get me wrong, I LOVE having this many bookings, but I'm worried that all of these shows that are booking months in advance will lose interest. Is it just simply a matter of needing great host coaching (which I do) to keep them, or is there another solution that you wonderful people can see that I can't see?

The ONLY solution to this that I can see is to hold a monthly mega-show... on a specific Saturday or something? But WHERE can I do one if there's that many people? :eek:
 
I'd just keep in touch with the people who are making bookings. That's great you are getting so much interest and so many bookings!

Do you limit yourself to certain days of the week? If so, can you "open" up spots on your schedule to accomodate them?
 
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Not really certain days of the week, no.. I book 2 a week with usually an extra one thrown in there in case of reschedule. I'm sure I *could* do like 3-4 a week, but that's way too much for me right now. 2/week is a great number, and easy to manage for my family. :o
 
where to hold a mega showCheck community centers, churches, local government buildings (fire/police stations), senior centers, library, sometimes even banks. I don't know where you live or the size of your community, but these are a few ideas of places you can call to see if they have a room available.

If you do a mega show, determine how many your room can accommodate and plan on 10-12 guests per host. Then you know how many Hosts you can invite to join you on that day. Also, please find someone to be your assistant. It helps to have at least one more set of hands.

As "sailor' mentioned, keeping in touch is important. Send postcards, emails or make a quick phone call here and there.

I filled my March calendar too so I opened up a date I wouldn't normally work.

Good luck and have a great time!
 
How about recruiting?My director was booked solid and couldn't fit any more shows in - so when she had a host who had several bookings at her show, she just said - "You know, I don't have any room in my schedule for these shows - how about if you try out PC and just do 4 shows? It would help me out and you could earn some great products by doing 4 shows with your friends!" The host signed and 6 months later is still going strong! IF I ever find myself in your situation, I'm going to do what my director did!

Becky Deemter
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Laura, like you, I was booking April in February. What a blessing to have shows to look forward to. I am just keeping in touch with my hosts. I send them a friendly email reminding them of the host/guest specials, I send them postcards reminding them of their date and time of show, and I call them. I have found that hosts really appreciate a host coaching call a few days after they have booked their show. Many times when I call, they explain how excited they are and that they have already looked through the packet on their own. During host coaching, you can build excitement and assist your host in setting goals for themselves. Ask them to go through their kitchen and write down all of the things they use the most (especially baking pans which can be subbed out with stoneware). Then tell them that those are the things they want to put on their wish list. Setting this in place will keep them looking forward to their show.

I am including a very helpful letter that I found on this site. I can't take credit for it, but for the one who wrote it, it's a great letter. I include it in all my packets. Hope it helps and have a great selling season.
 

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Nice letter cooklove. Thanks for sharing.

Kim
 
Thank YouThat letter looks great. Thank you.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my bookings not showing up on my calendar?

There could be several reasons for this issue. First, ensure that you are logged into the correct account associated with your Pampered Chef business. Additionally, check your calendar settings to confirm that the correct time zone is selected. If you are using a shared calendar, verify that the permissions are set correctly to allow visibility of all events.

How do I fix overlapping bookings on my calendar?

To resolve overlapping bookings, review your calendar for any double entries. You can either delete or reschedule one of the conflicting events. It may also be helpful to set reminders for your bookings to avoid scheduling conflicts in the future. Consider using a scheduling tool that automatically checks for conflicts before confirming new bookings.

My calendar is showing the wrong time for my bookings. How can I correct this?

This issue is often related to time zone settings. Check the time zone settings in both your Pampered Chef account and your calendar application. Make sure they match to ensure that your bookings display at the correct time. If you are working with clients in different time zones, consider adding notes to your invitations to clarify the time for each participant.

Why am I not receiving notifications for my bookings?

If you are not receiving notifications, check your notification settings in your calendar app and your Pampered Chef account. Ensure that notifications are enabled for new bookings and reminders. Additionally, check your email spam or junk folder, as notifications may be filtered there. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your calendar app's support for further assistance.

What should I do if my calendar app crashes when trying to add a booking?

If your calendar app is crashing, try restarting the app or your device. Ensure that the app is updated to the latest version, as updates often fix bugs and improve performance. If the issue continues, consider uninstalling and reinstalling the app. If you are still experiencing problems, check the app's support page for troubleshooting tips or contact their customer service for help.

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