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I'm signing up this week with a company, but I am still very scared to call people and ask them to host a party...call it silly, but I'm worried they might be upset with me, or everyone will say no. But, I really want to give this a try and overcome the fear. So I thought you ladies could give me some advice &/or inspiration!!


I did have a few specific questions:


1. should I start with a open house party or just call friends & family and start with some parties?


2. do you just call people you know well or do you reach out to some of those people you just know in passing, like the Moms at school you see at your kids school parties and such??


3. how many parties do I need to book to "get the ball rolling" -- so many people tell me they don't really have to make so many calls once they start parties because they almost always get another party from the previous ones -- is this really the case?


Thanks ladies!! I so need your help!!

The first thing I would recommend is to grow a thicker skin. That is,
don't care so much what others think of you. Hard to do, I know from
experience.But think about it this way. Are THEY going to put your
children through college? No. Are THEY going to buy you a nice home?
No. I would have an open house and invite everyone you know or are
acquainted with. Make it a FUN event! And get confirmations from those
close to you that they will be there! You have to create your own
momentum, and once folks see how great you are doing, it is a more
attractive situation.

You should strive for a CONSISTENT two shows/parties per week, EVERY
week. Do this for two years, and you will be doing very well indeed... Dig
deep! You already have what it takes to be successful!

Nondy

First, know you are not the only person to be nervous. You just need to refocus that energy.


Make a list of 100 people who you want to share the product with!
<UL>
<LI>friends</LI>
<LI>family</LI>
<LI>relatives</LI>
<LI>neighbors</LI>
<LI>associates</LI>[/list]


Then, highlight the ones who you know will help you out. Call them first, and share with them what you are doing. If you give me your company name, I can give you some words.


Then, invite everyone else who you are more nervous about approaching to your open house.


Remember why you are joining your company. There is nothing nervous or bad about that! Be excited and share.


Best of luck and keep us updated!


Debbie

Ok from one shy party thrower to the next I would suggest throwing


a grand opening party. Than I would also try passing out fliers and brochures and developing a routine of where you leave them.





Remember it's ok to be nervous it's what you do with the nervous energy that counts.

Just remember the phone becomes "lighter and less frightening" the more you use it. It is said that one in ten will say yes, so just think every no is a step closer to a yes, and I think you will be suprised at how many yes' you get. Hopefully, your upline will have some sample scripts you can use until you get more comfortable on the phone. If you love the products and company, and are very excited and confident you will protray on the phone. Your excitement is contagious! Good luck, if you need anything feel free to pm me.

Thank you all so much for your great advice!!!! I knew you would all be a great help!!!!!

I agree with the grand opening/launch party~ You host it and maybe offer a mystery hostess! Also offer some little gift for bringing a guest~


Just tell them you are new to this and a little nervous! Your guests will be so very understanding. Before you know it, you'll fell like you'd been doing it for a long time!


Also start a 'who do you know list'. Keep the list with you and just right down names of everybody you know....EVERYBODY~ Don't worry about the list right away. Then review it and usually the closest ones to you are contacted first. Ask them if they would host a party or catalog party for you. If they say yes, be specific with them on dates and closing dates~


HTH~


What company did you sign with?