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janetupnorth said:I think it's great actually!
To hold out indefinitely on a special:
1. Cheapens the host program and hinders closing. Why stick to a date when you could convince your consultant to enter a show weeks later? Also, when they hear about a great special they missed, that gives them incentive to pay attention and host. Why purchase full price when they can still get it 60% off.
2. Makes it hard to plan inventory-wise in the warehouse. Why purchase and carry extra inventory and increase the cost of products because you have to carry extra for a few months?
3. Hinders us for commission and incentives. We need to close on time to get our benefits. To close 4 weeks later postpones our commission, prevents us from getting benefits for a show for incentives in the month it SHOULD have been held.
I had a few more thoughts, but there are the initial ones. I think it is a smart business decision all-around.
KellyTheChef said:I agree and like it!
If a show is held on the 31st...you still have TWO WEEKS to close it out. That is more than enough time, and that is already making the guests wait too long for their products to come in.
Unless there are extenuating circumstances (like I did a show on the 25th and left for vacation on the 26th...she did not want to close the night of her show) I am now instituting a close within 2 or 3 days max policy. If they have a show Friday, they must close by Monday. That still gives them time to see "someone they work with" for a last minute order, but doesn't make everyone else wait too long for their stuff!
If we are closing our shows promptly, the deadline really should never even affect us!
pamperedpals said:Now that I am getting back into doing shows again, I am going to be closing my shows the night/day of the shows.
I have been listening to some training CD's from Julie Weitz and I just love the idea of the show being done that night. Almost ALWAYS when I have held a show open for the host to gather order's, there aren't anymore. I am using her verbage about honoring those who have taken the time to come to the party and getting them their order's quickly. Also, IF there are any other order's that come in after we close the party, she can turn it into a catalog show or give them to the person who booked off of hers.
I like the idea of being in control of my business and not having to chase the host down later to close the shows.
Jules711 said:It was actually a good question since it's so easy not really read/understand the "rules". I know for some companies, their current special DOES end before the end of the month and yes, must be submitted. The 15th would be a little cruel.
As for what I think, no big deal to me. Not sure I've ever held a show much into the next month.
Di_Can_Cook said:I love it!
Now if we could just get them to ease up on the "held and submitted" thing to allow for late-month shows ....
kam said:Agree completely. This will help me close shows earlier. (Makes it not my fault!)
BUT - I do wish we had the 5 day grace period for promotions. If I have an Aug 30/31 show, I would HAVE to have the host close it the night of the show (no problem) - but that would mean submitting the show before I can deposit the checks. Also, I know many call and verify checks before submitting a show...which would not be possible in this case.
byrd1956 said:She presented @ a training and was awesome! I really push to close the show the day of the show, but can't always do it. Some hosts seem to need extra time. The ones that have closed the day/night of their show seem very relieved that everything is over and the products will arrive soon!
janetupnorth said:My first show I did this at another $100 of outside orders came in. At my second show, it would have been $250 if I closed there, but it closed with $667 three days later.[/QUOTE]
That is great Janet. I've never had that kind of luck.
I am also changing up my hc to help with closing the shows the night/day of.
BethCooks4U said:Submit that reason to HO. That is very valid. I agree that shows held the last 2 days of the month should have until the end of the next business day at least!
Di_Can_Cook said:I agree ... submit that to HO and I will back you up with my (pathetic) powers of persuasion.
I personally will NOT submit a show unless I have the money in my account to cover it ... even though HO waits a while to actually debit the account.
chefann said:I love the new deadlines, especially as a way to keep some control over catalog hosts, who tend to disappear.
As far as the dates for other incentives, the good way to think of it is how we were trained back when I started, but has been lost in the current push for 3-2-1. When you look at your calendar, instead of picturing 4 weeks for shows, picture 3. That last week is your week to close things out, get them submitted, and get things lined up (and coached) for the next month. If you properly control your calendar, you can minimize the shows you do that last week. Or you can always tell people that you're working toward a sales incentive and would appreciate that any orders the last week of the month be paid with a card.
chefann said:I love the new deadlines, especially as a way to keep some control over catalog hosts, who tend to disappear.
As far as the dates for other incentives, the good way to think of it is how we were trained back when I started, but has been lost in the current push for 3-2-1. When you look at your calendar, instead of picturing 4 weeks for shows, picture 3. That last week is your week to close things out, get them submitted, and get things lined up (and coached) for the next month. If you properly control your calendar, you can minimize the shows you do that last week. Or you can always tell people that you're working toward a sales incentive and would appreciate that any orders the last week of the month be paid with a card.
The new deadline for qualifying for Guest/Host specials is the end of each month. This means that hostesses must have their party submitted and their guests' orders processed by the last day of the month in order to receive the special offers.
The deadline was changed in order to give our consultants and hostesses more time to plan and promote their parties. This will also allow for a smoother ordering process and ensure that all orders are processed in a timely manner.
We understand that unexpected circumstances may arise, so we will make exceptions on a case-by-case basis. If you are unable to meet the deadline, please reach out to your consultant or our customer service team for assistance.
The new deadline will not affect the availability of the Guest/Host specials. They will still be offered each month and will be updated regularly. We encourage you to check our website or contact your consultant for the latest specials and promotions.
At this time, the new deadline is permanent. We believe it will benefit both our consultants and customers in the long run. However, we are always open to feedback and may make changes in the future based on customer needs and preferences.