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I was at a home party the other night, and experienced a BRILLIANT way
to increase sales (by $100!) that I had never heard of before.-They sold
"squares" raffle style. Whoever won the raffle got to use the money from
the sales of the squares toward product purchases at the party that night.

Now here's the deal with these squares:

Each square was a $2 purchase, and the goal was to sell 50 squares (or
more) by the end of her party. (So with 50 squares, there is a $100 prize
for the winner, or 2 winners with $50 prize each). The hostess gathered
outside square purchases before the party, and then before the show
started, the ladies went *crazy* buying these things- it was like nothing
I'd seen before! We were 25 shy of the 100 goal and I thought- "There's
no way they're going to make 100, there are only 7 people here!" I was
WRONG.

The hostess kept chatting it up, saying "Ok, my MOM bought squares
everyone, and gambling is against her religion! Ha! ha!" or "Ok, Who's
next? You're not going to let so-and-so walk away with $100 in free
product without at least TRYING, are you?" and "Beth! How many can I
put you down for?"

Within about 5 minutes we had 58 squares sold- $116 in the "kitty". -
The closer it got to being a $100 prize, the more people were willing to
purchase squares- no one could resist the chance to win $100 in free
products!

Imagine- that consultant secured $116 in orders before people even
started ordering anything! Amazing.

Now I can't wait to have someone book a part with me so I can try this
myself- it truly was unbelievable.

If anyone else tries this out, be sure to let me know how it works for you!


MAKE Your Success!
--Kitt

GREAT IDEA!

I'm going to do this at my next open house!

FUN! Thanks for sharing!

MaryBeth

*Word of caution*


Check with your local laws/regulations on "raffles" and lotteries. Some areas may consider this illegal.

I have been doing this fior 2 years with my business's...and they are a nice way to generater extra sales!


I do have a copy of the squares if anyone is interested.

*Word of caution*


Check with your local laws/regulations on "raffles" and lotteries. Some areas may consider this illegal.


Excellent point, Kasi. I know that my state (for one) bans all forms of gambling (except for those conducted by charitable organizations), and raffles are definitely a form of gambling. Please don't risk going to jail or paying large fines and penalties... check the laws of your state before doing anything like this.


Blessings,


Christy

I believe in WI it is a no, no , but I know of quite a few consultants that do it. I do not know for a fact, but I believe you need a license per raffle and you can usually only get it if you are a nonprofit. I would check into before you do it. I do like the idea, and thought about doing it but I do not want a fine, you never know who may be at a party.

Melissa
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Actually this is more ike a contest drawing that I have.


Yes, it looks like a raffle but whats the differenace if you sell a ticket or do squares? Either way... it's more like a contest rather than a raffle to me.


It has helped me alot with my Princess House Hostess's who have a hard time getting sales.... and not to mention it's a great tool to generate bookings.Just a thought.


God Bless and Hope everyone has a successful May!


Rose:-)

One last thing...if anyone would like a copy...please include your e-mail address. smileys/smiley1.gif


I received alot of e-mails (pm's) but no e-mail address to send to.


God Bless and Here's to a Successful May!


Rose smileys/smiley4.gif

It's not really any different that the millions of fantasy sport games, office
pools, etc that happen across the nation. I guess if you want to add a fail
safe, you could have people purchase a sample or envelope that contains
either a sample, coupon with % off, etc. or the winning coupon...

I really can't see the authorities "busting" a home party and hauling moms
and grandmothers off to jail for pooling their money to allow someone to
purchase an extra $100 in products..

JMHO.

Anyway.. I thought this was a fun tip and a great way to increase sales-
but I certainly don't want anyone getting fined or arrested.. Proceed with
caution I guess, but it still seems like a pretty improbable danger to me!
Did you know it is also illegal in almost every US state to have anything
dangling from your rear view mirror?

Best of luck to you all for great sales and lots of fun with your parties this
May. I hope this suggestion will be helpful and fun for some of you!

Sincerely,
--Kitt