Unlocking the Power of Pampered Chef: Tips for Booking More Shows

[vogee13]

Ok I am kicking myself for missing 2 and probably 3 opportunities to book a show or at least ask in the past 24 hours!

I habitually wear PC advertising when I am in public and carry my catalog tote which has been great at getting people to ask about Pampered Chef. I have managed to book 2 shows this way.

However, in the past 24 hours I have had 2 people in Walmart say "Oh she does Pampered Chef." Both times I have stopped and smiled, said yes and asked if they would like a catalog. Both enthusiastically (sp) said yes and... thats it. I never know what to say to them then. I get tongue twisted and am not sure what to say. I don't want to seem pushy or hold them up in the busy schedules everyone has now days.

Yes, I know they stopped me. Yes, I know a catalog is an "expensive" business card. I will not change handing out catalogs to people who ask b/c I figure that it is harder to loose than a small catalog or business card.

So, what do you say when they ask you? My business is entering the 4 month and the bookings are not as strong as they have been. I have exhausted my list of 100, my friends and family, and all the customer care from my previous 16 shows (yes I called every single one). I need these bookings but just don't know what to say. Help!!!

 

[lockhartkitchen]

I have found that people usually don't call me when I just give my mini catalog and business card. I'm going out of my comfort zone and I'm going to start asking if it's okay if I call them when they have more time to talk and I can tell them about our specials. Ask them what day would be good to call them. Challenge for you: I'll try it once this week if you do.

 

[marykate1]

Hi Guys,
I have the same problem and I just heard a great idea. When you give them a catalog, you ask them for their name and phone no. because you have a special drawing for people you give catalogs to. You could do a drawing for a Season's Best each mo. I thought this was a great idea because I too don't like to ask for their name and no. but if you don't, you will never hear from them.

 

[PamperedDor]

Ok - yes I agree with MaryKate1 - great idea - just carry your doorprize slips with you (you have catalogs so just add them) tell them to make sure they fill out an email address - you love to send out recipes and specials - etc.

OK - now when they approach you "oh she sells PC" - "yes, are you familiar with PC?? Really?? What is your favorite product..." take it from there - you love it blah blah blah - well really - this is our specials coming up - we are introducing 40 new products in March - have you ever hosted a show? OMG - now is the time!!

Basically - get excited and passionate about it - if they mentioned and noticed that you are a consultant - you can be sure they love the products - or have a question - or know someone who is interested etc - you have nothing to lose - everything to gain - Heck you might not ever see them again!! But you tried...

 

[AnnaPChef]

Even further...

Hi Guys,
I have the same problem and I just heard a great idea. When you give them a catalog, you ask them for their name and phone no. because you have a special drawing for people you give catalogs to. You could do a drawing for a Season's Best each mo. I thought this was a great idea because I too don't like to ask for their name and no. but if you don't, you will never hear from them.

Instead of just a season's best-offer a FREE cooking show to everybody who gives you their information!! I say this because when people see 'free' they tend to jump(I know, I'm one of 'them'). I'm in the same boat, and have decided to travel outside my comfort zone-my challenge to myself is to speak to 5 people a week-and my director has challenged me to get 21 no's before our cluster meeting next wednesday. I'm going to do this--remember, if somebody says no, it's not about you!! Hope that helps!

 

[vogee13]

I have found that people usually don't call me when I just give my mini catalog and business card. I'm going out of my comfort zone and I'm going to start asking if it's okay if I call them when they have more time to talk and I can tell them about our specials. Ask them what day would be good to call them. Challenge for you: I'll try it once this week if you do.

You are on! I want my business to grow and I know I can do this. I am going to do the drawing thing the next poster mentioned. That gives me a form to have them fill out instead of whatever slip of paper that I can grab, looks more prepared and professional too.

 

[vogee13]

I have found that people usually don't call me when I just give my mini catalog and business card. I'm going out of my comfort zone and I'm going to start asking if it's okay if I call them when they have more time to talk and I can tell them about our specials. Ask them what day would be good to call them. Challenge for you: I'll try it once this week if you do.

You are on! I want my business to grow and I know I can do this. I am going to do the drawing thing the next poster mentioned. That gives me a form to have them fill out instead of whatever slip of paper that I can grab, looks more prepared and professional too.

 

[lockhartkitchen]

I was going to use the drawing slip too. Like minds. It does look more professional. The idea of the free cooking show is great. I did this as a drawing at my fair this summer and I booked 6 shows in just hours. When they were entering for the free cooking show, I said if they got on my calendar that day, it would be free. I'm starting with the grocery clerk I've made a rapport with. I already gave her a catalog, she asked for one. I'm going to get her on my calendar.

 

[Chef_TK]

I carry the ribbon tote, and when I am out and about people will make comments. I will give them a business card, and then ask them for their name and email address. I tell them that I will add them to my mailing list for my monthly newsletter that is packed with info about products, reciepes, and sales.