What to do with old Opportunity Brochures?

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Discussion Overview

The thread explores various ideas and personal experiences regarding the use of old Opportunity Brochures among Pampered Chef consultants. Participants share their thoughts on how to repurpose or dispose of these materials in light of new offerings.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions ordering brochures before learning about the new kit and seeks ideas to avoid waste.
  • Another participant suggests that if the brochures are outdated, they could be discarded or repurposed for flyers promoting product ideas.
  • One participant shares their experience of distributing brochures around town to generate interest, while also acknowledging the need for updated information.
  • Another participant plans to use stickers to update the "Your Life Your Way" brochures for distribution.
  • One participant expresses uncertainty about what to do with their old brochures, having already discarded some.
  • Another participant plans to use their brochures with stickers at an upcoming bridal fair.
  • One participant discusses challenges with printing updated materials to create a cohesive brochure format.
  • Another participant intends to keep the old brochures for expos while ordering new ones for other uses.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on whether to keep or discard old brochures, with some participants advocating for repurposing while others express a preference for disposal. No clear consensus emerges on the best approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and strategies related to the use of promotional materials in their consulting practices, reflecting a variety of approaches to managing outdated resources.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative ways to utilize or dispose of old promotional materials may find the shared experiences and ideas relevant.

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I ordered a bunch of Opportunity Brochures before I found out about the new kit...I know they weren't expensive, but I don't want them to go to waste. Any ideas?
 
If you are talking about the brochures with the starter kit and SuperStarter program on them you might as well throw them away. - well, you could cut the pictures out and use them in a flyer to promote groupings of product ideas.

If it's the other brochure (the one that touches on the various benefits of consulting - "Your Life Your Way") I think you could give it to people. Just put a sticker over the kit picture saying there's a new kit and one over the cost with the new information. The words still work on that page too.
 
Put them around town to get your name out there, and maybe it will generate a call or 2... and just say something like "WOW! I put those out so long ago that the New Consultant Program has changed! Let me send you some updated information, or we can meet and go over it together"
 
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BethCooks4U said:
If you are talking about the brochures with the starter kit and SuperStarter program on them you might as well throw them away. - well, you could cut the pictures out and use them in a flyer to promote groupings of product ideas.

If it's the other brochure (the one that touches on the various benefits of consulting - "Your Life Your Way") I think you could give it to people. Just put a sticker over the kit picture saying there's a new kit and one over the cost with the new information. The words still work on that page too.
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Yeah, it's the "Your Life Your Way" one. I guess I'll try to make up stickers - good idea. It's just such a waste to throw away so many of these!
 
I just chunked a bunch...maybe I should get them out... hmmmm... i dunno..
 
I've got a bunch, too. I'm going to sticker them (I posted some labels in another thread that print 30 to a page with the logo and the text that's on the blue stickers HO sent out) and use them at a bridal fair next weekend.
 
what other thread ChefAnn?
 
I am doing this for a bridal expo tomorrow (putting the stickers on the back), but I was thinking of trying to have a few of the newer ones to show the new kit if someone is really interested. But the way they have it set up on CC, you can't print the first & last page on the same paper so that it can be folded over with part of it as the front of the brochure & part of the back. Has anyone done this?
 
pamperedgirl3 said:
I am doing this for a bridal expo tomorrow (putting the stickers on the back), but I was thinking of trying to have a few of the newer ones to show the new kit if someone is really interested. But the way they have it set up on CC, you can't print the first & last page on the same paper so that it can be folded over with part of it as the front of the brochure & part of the back. Has anyone done this?
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Yeah - I just figured that out today too. I got this sample pack of glossy flyer paper from HP and used it to print this out -- looks AMAZING on the HP paper, btw -- but couldn't get it to print like it does on the flyer - only on front/back of one sheet and then on a 2nd sheet. Bummer.
 
I think I'm going to keep the old ones w/sticker on back for expos etc. and order the new ones to use in my show lapboards and for lead follow-up.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do with old Opportunity Brochures?

You can recycle them if they are outdated, or use them for training new team members by demonstrating how to present the opportunity effectively.

Can I update old Opportunity Brochures instead of discarding them?

While you can’t officially update the brochures, you can create a supplemental document that highlights any new information or changes and attach it to the old brochures.

Are there creative ways to repurpose old Opportunity Brochures?

Yes! You can use them for scrapbooking, as part of a vision board, or even as a teaching tool in workshops to discuss the evolution of the business.

Is it okay to give away old Opportunity Brochures?

Yes, you can give them away, but make sure to clarify that the information may be outdated. It’s best to accompany them with a note directing people to the latest resources.

How can I ensure my team doesn't use outdated Opportunity Brochures?

Regularly communicate with your team about the importance of using current materials and provide them with updated brochures as soon as they become available.

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