What Are the Best Activities for a Fall Open House?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses various activities and strategies for hosting a successful fall open house, with participants sharing personal experiences and ideas to engage guests and boost sales.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, is preparing for an open house and seeks ideas to keep guests engaged while showcasing new products.
  • Another participant suggests using cookbooks and promoting guest specials to encourage orders, sharing a strategy to reach sales goals.
  • Several users mention the effectiveness of product drawings and incentives for bringing friends or outside orders to increase participation.
  • One participant shares their experience of having guests demonstrate products, noting that this led to increased orders.
  • Another participant expresses enthusiasm for the idea of guests discussing how they would use specific tools in their cooking.
  • A participant reflects on their successful open house, highlighting the positive response from guests and the resulting bookings.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on specific activities, but there is a general agreement on the importance of engaging guests and utilizing product demonstrations to drive sales.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences from their open houses, focusing on strategies that worked for them in engaging guests and achieving sales goals.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative ideas and strategies for hosting open houses may find the shared experiences and suggestions beneficial.

The Pickler
The Pickler
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Howdy all!

I'm doing an open house this coming Friday to showcase the new Fall/Winter line.

I've got about 10 people coming, 3 of them past hosts and have about $400 in outside orders so I really want to get to $1,000....

Any ideas for activities during the show to kinda keep everyone's attention and interest?

I'm demonstrating the Primavera Potato Bites and the Italian Mini Meatball Sandwiches and have Seasons Best cookbooks to give everyone and have a Classic Batter Bowl, Classic Scraper, and a Jar Opener that I can give away as well.

Thanks for any advice/ideas you have.

:chef:
 
Sounds like you have an awesome show in the works. Congrats! Definitely have any cookbooks you own out and push the guest special. If all 10 order $60 or more, that will get you to the $1000 goal. Give extra tickets for the product drawing to

-guests who bring in an outside order
-if they bring a friend
-free rub to any $75 or more order.
-book a show

Good luck....may you come back and post that you hit your goal!
 
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Thanks for the tip! I'm definitely going to do a drawing now that you said that...very cool. :)
 
Have them pick a PC tool and tell everyone how they'd use it to prepare their Fall meals.
 
Sure, glad it was helpful. You may want to call the 10 RSVP's and let them know they can earn tickets simply by bringing a couple of guests. :D Send emails to all who can't attend and were invited by letting them know that they can also be entered simply by submitting an outside order from today to show date.
 
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:) I just made my first call and said she could get a name in the jar for bringing a friend or a pre-order of $60.00....guess what....just got a $74.00 order from her and she is bringing two friends. WAY cool...thanks for that tip.
 
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chefa said:
Have them pick a PC tool and tell everyone how they'd use it to prepare their Fall meals.
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ohhhh.....I like that one. I've already done the 'how many ways can you use a Nylon Pan Scraper' before and that was always fun.
 
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the open house went awesome! I put 2009 fall/winter seasons best in everyone's packet with the order form and catalog. The raffle was a good idea..thanks! I got 2 bookings off of it and I'm currently at $925. I had guests come up and help with the food chopper and doing the tarts, etc.....this never happened before but every single guest that helped with a task put that item on their order. WAY cool. :)

Four people put a question on the comment card was I going to do a Christmas show so.....guess I am. :)
 
Wahooo!!! Kudos! You had a most EXCELLENT open house! Kudos! I love that they had so much fun that they've asked for you to host another. Definitely a good thing! The products do sell themselves; the key is to get it in their hands as you saw. Big sales and bookings...couldn't have asked for better results! Congrats!
 
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Thanks much! I posted a pic in the albums of my 'display'.
 
That's really awesome! Way to go!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some engaging themes for a Fall Open House?

Consider themes like "Harvest Feast," "Cozy Comforts," or "Thanksgiving Prep." These themes can help guide your product selections and create a festive atmosphere that resonates with the season.

What types of recipes should I showcase at my Fall Open House?

Focus on seasonal recipes that highlight fall ingredients, such as pumpkin soup, apple crisp, or roasted root vegetables. Demonstrating how to use Pampered Chef tools to prepare these dishes can also attract interest.

How can I create a warm and inviting atmosphere for my guests?

Use autumn decorations like pumpkins, leaves, and warm colors to set the mood. Incorporate cozy elements like soft lighting, comfortable seating, and perhaps even a fireplace or candles to enhance the ambiance.

What activities can I include to keep guests engaged?

Incorporate interactive cooking demonstrations, hands-on recipe stations, or a taste-testing area. You can also host a mini cooking class or a fun game related to fall cooking to keep guests entertained.

How can I effectively promote my Fall Open House?

Utilize social media, email newsletters, and personal invitations to spread the word. Highlight the unique aspects of your event, such as special discounts, giveaways, or exclusive products available only at the open house.

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