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The best way to ensure a successful party is have the consultant work closely with YOU the hostess -this is called “Hostess Coaching”. This does not have to be a long involved training process,in fact, the conversation should be short, sweet and informative.  The consultants excitement will become contagious and help you plan a great party! By following these 6 steps you can greatly improve your party!

1. The hostess is encouraged to invite each guest either on the phone or in person.   Ask your guests to come to the party wearing an open neckline and something in a solid color.  Explain to your guests that you would appreciate their participation by becoming a “model” at the party.  This also gives you a reason to follow up with them and to remind them to come to the party.

2.  As the hostesses you will want to pick out the items you will be interested in for your wish list. The more people that attend the better the rewards!  As a general rule-the goal is to have at least 10 attendees with 2 bookings from the show. Your consultant wants to help you have a successful party and wants you to earn free products!

3. As the hostess, you should receive a catalog before the party.  This way you can then show the people who are not attending a copy and they will be able to place an order even if they can’t attend.  Save the catalog for people who are attending the party, it’s best to show the catalog along with the product- women really like to touch, feel and try on the jewelry!

4. When talking to the guests suggest that they may want to have a party of their own!  Talking to people before the party is a great way to plant the seed that having a party is a great opportunity for free products and lots of fun.  Also ask the people who are unable to attend if they want to earn FREE jewelry by having their own party. Many companies offer rewards when future parties are booked at your own party!

5. Contact everyone the day before the party and share your excitement!  Even call the guests who said they were going to attend because they will appreciate the reminder. It’s best to make the second contact over the phone or in person so the guest can hear your sincerity and excitement.  Emails have been proven to be not as effective.  This is a great opportunity to ask them if they would like to bring a guest and remind them that you would love for them to be a model an to wear a solid color with an open neckline.

6. Keep the food and drinks simple!  Most people eat before the party so it’s best to have finger foods.  When people have a plate, utensils a drink it’s hard to shop at the same time.

By following this 6 simple steps you will have a GREAT party and be able to earn lots of FREE jewelry!

Written by Karen Keeney and Jill Pfefer

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