Random musings

Monday, November 9, 2020

The week in review - November 6, 2020

Monday - "The SendOutCards Convention is this week!" Big announcements expected! "Find out how to use SendOutCards to not only build your current business and make your life better, but learn how to build another stream of income."

Tuesday - "What is relationship development?" More about the SOC convention. "Good question! But I really have no idea!"

Wednesday - "Friday is #NachosDay" I didn't make the homemade nachos. "These nachos have it all: cheesy chips layered with salsa-covered chicken and black beans, topped with all your favorite fixings."

Thursday - "Selling door-to-door #TBT" This blog post was by special request. "I'm amazed! All but one of the links from the original article were still valid."

Interesting days

Today - Nachos Day, Love Your Lawyer Day, Fountain Pen Day and Saxophone Day

Tomorrow - Bittersweet Chocolate With Almonds Day, Numbat Day and Hug A Bear Day

Week long celebrations:

Nov 1 - Nov 8: Marzipan Week

Next Friday - World Kindness Day, Indian Pudding Day and Symphonic Metal Day

Week long celebrations:

Nov 9 - Nov 13: Talk Money Week

Nov 9 - Nov 15: Human-Animal Relationship Awareness Week

December 6 - Miners’ Day, Put On Your Own Shoes Day, St. Nicholas Day, Mitten Tree Day and Pawnbrokers Day

Month long celebrations:

Nov 26 - Dec 31: A Blue Christmas

Thursday, November 5, 2020

Selling door-to-door #TBT

Today's blog post was originally published six years ago:

I'm going to share a few things that I've learned about selling door to door. Most of it will be "book learning" although I do have a little practical experience. Most of this should apply whether you are going to homes or businesses.

Door to door selling seems to be making a comeback. The do not call law has made it more difficult for telemarketers. Plus, if you're like me and have caller ID, if I don't recognize a phone number I let it go to voice mail. If it's a telemarketer they usually don't leave a message. Also, most email marketing attempts either end up in the spam folder or just ignored. And door to door is a more personal approach, and in our very impersonal world, that can be seen as a positive thing.

1. Look professional. You are more likely to be invited in if you look pleasant

2. Don't try to sell at the door. Try to strike up a conversation. The goal is to get invited in so that you can show your product or talk about your service.

I know that when I was selling vacuum cleaners and when my son Danny was selling vacuum cleaners, we went door to door hanging fliers offering a free gift if the person called to schedule an appointment. In my case, it was a range of gifts, although 99% of the time it was a pair of cheap kitchen knives, and in Danny's case they were offering an air freshener (which I have and still often use). So, this is a way of getting invited inside. But unless you have a small gift to offer this won't work.

3. Don't just jump into your demo. Find something to comment on in the home or office. If it's on display, it's something that they're interested in. It may be art, or little knick-knacks. I went on one call with Danny to offer moral support. The homeowners had Disney stuff all over the living room. I told them (honestly) that I love Disney and that I went to Disneyland for my 50th birthday and had a great time. That relaxed them and made it easier to show how the vacuum worked.

4. Keep them engaged. Ask them questions. Ask about them, their work, family, etc. But also ask them questions about the product or service.Ask them what they like or don't like. If you've shared some info with them, ask them about that to see if they recall. It's not a test, but it helps keep them engaged.

5. Share yourself. Tell them why you got started doing what you're doing. Talk about your background. People are more likely to buy from a person and not a selling machine.

6. End with a call to action. Tell them what the next step is. People won't take the next step if they don't know what it is.

I hope this was helpful. Below are some links that I found on the subject. Please, if you have any questions or comments, use the comment box below.

How to Do Door-to-Door Sales
D2D SALES: Techniques To Achieve Your Sales Goals
Tutorial for how to do door to door sales - strategies, tips, and ideas
Door-to-door sales – tips and techniques
A revival for door-to-door marketing
What Entrepreneurs Can Learn from a Door to Door Pitchman
How to Sell Anything Door to Door

I'm amazed! All but one of the links from the original article were still valid.

Interesting days

Today - Love Your Red Hair Day, Men Make Dinner Day, Project Management Day and Gunpowder Day

Yesterday - Nachos Day, Love Your Lawyer Day, Fountain Pen Day and Saxophone Day

Week long celebrations:

Nov 1 - Nov 8: Marzipan Week

Next Thursday - Chicken Soup for the Soul Day, Fancy Rat & Mouse Day and Pizza With The Works Except Anchovies Day

Week long celebrations:

Nov 9 - Nov 13: Talk Money Week

Nov 9 - Nov 15: Human-Animal Relationship Awareness Week

December 5 - Repeal Day, Sachertorte Day, World Soil Day International Ninja Day and Bathtub Party Day

Month long celebrations:

Nov 26 - Dec 31: A Blue Christmas

Wednesday, November 4, 2020

Friday is #NachosDay

And here is a recipe for chicken nachos from The Kitchn. Although I tend to be a beef or steak nachos guy, these do sound pretty good:

Nachos are one of my go-to weeknight meals, and I’m here to make sure they’re one of yours, too. No, I’m not talking about grabbing loaded nachos at happy hour. I’m talking about easy homemade chicken nachos, which will save you money and are ready in minutes.

These nachos have it all: cheesy chips layered with salsa-covered chicken and black beans, topped with all your favorite fixings. A sheet pan and a hot oven are just about all the equipment you’ll need. Here’s how to do it.

Here are 5 Tips for the Best, Easiest Chicken Nachos:

Start with a rotisserie chicken.
Use restaurant-style tortilla chips.
Opt for a blend of cheeses.
Finish with your favorite toppings!
Line your sheet pan with foil.

The recipe has a total of 10 ingredients and takes 40 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook, so in about an hour you'll have a meal that will feed 6 - 8 people!

Interesting days

Today - Stress Awareness Day, Use Your Common Sense Day and Wobbly Wednesday

Tomorrow - Love Your Red Hair Day, Men Make Dinner Day, Project Management Day and Gunpowder Day

Week long celebrations:

Nov 1 - Nov 8: Marzipan Week

Next Wednesday - Origami Day, Sundae Day, Benjamin Banneker Week, Pocky Day and Singles Day

Week long celebrations:

Nov 9 - Nov 13: Talk Money Week

Nov 9 - Nov 15: Human-Animal Relationship Awareness Week

December 4 - Bartender Appreciation Day, Cookie Day, International Cheetah Day, Cab Franc Day, Faux Fur Friday, World Wildlife Conservation Day, Dice Day and Wear Brown Shoes Day

Month long celebrations:

Nov 26 - Dec 31: A Blue Christmas

Tuesday, November 3, 2020

What is relationship development?

Good question! But I really have no idea!

It was brought up on yesterday's SendOutCards corporate call.

There were several things of interest that were brought up, including a partial release of information concerning the product launch in January. This is an invitation only event, and I'm not qualified yet. Although some of it will be made available to the public.

Here is what was made available on the call:

1. There will be a big announcement and an exclusive window for attendees ONLY to act on this opportunity at the 2020 Annual Promptings Convention on November 6 & 7!

2. This event is the beginning of the first wave of momentum toward a big launch on January 15 - get your team pumped!

3. Those who attend convention will be the first to share and invite others to this opportunity.

4. We have simplified a new team member invitation.

5. Attendees at convention will be the first to experience this new personalized replicated page invite process.

You will get the first window to invite new team members
Grow your genealogy
Start inviting people for FREE immediately
Get others to do the same
Additional and incredible bonuses will be shared at convention

6. You MUST be at convention to take advantage of this opportunity. Go to 2020 Promptings Convention and register NOW!

7. Build multiple streams of income through the art of relationship development. Develop connections and create opportunity now.

8. Advancement of multiple product streams will provide premier relationship development tools for the world.

9. Become empowered; Take charge of your success

10. How getting started now will help your prospects begin building momentum as they create a business and find financial success. Why wait? The sooner you get started, the sooner you'll have a business you're proud of!

So, it looks like there will be additional products offered besides greeting cards and gifts! Plus, there was a lot of mention about A Better Way...I'm not sure if that means the company is going to change its name, or maybe that's the name of the new product line, or maybe something else entirely! But I'll be there this Friday and Saturday. Be sure to check out yesterday's blog post for more about the convention!

Interesting days

Today - Sandwich Day. Housewife’s Day, Cliché Day, Jellyfish Day and Candy Day

Tomorrow - Stress Awareness Day, Use Your Common Sense Day and Wobbly Wednesday

Week long celebrations:

Nov 1 - Nov 8: Marzipan Week

Next Tuesday - Sesame Street Day, Area Code Day, Vanilla Cupcake Day, Forget-me-not Day and United States Marine Corps Birthday

Week long celebrations:

Nov 9 - Nov 13: Talk Money Week

Nov 9 - Nov 15: Human-Animal Relationship Awareness Week

December 3 - Make A Gift Day, Disability Day and Roof Over Your Head Day

Month long celebrations:

Nov 26 - Dec 31: A Blue Christmas

Monday, November 2, 2020

The SendOutCards Convention is this week!

The SOC convention is this Friday and Saturday and it's not too late to register.

Here's the info from Eventbrite:

The 2020 Annual SendOutCards Promptings Virtual Convention will take place on November 6 & 7 and best of all - you can attend from anywhere! This two-day event includes recognition, business and personal development trainings, and all kinds of SendOutCards updates to ignite you for 2021. You’ll be inspired and ready to tap into your inner passion to create the life you’ve always dreamed of. This virtual convention will inspire you to build a stronger business as you become the best YOU possible.
Friday, November 6, 2020
9-11 a.m.
General Session - Inner and Outer Prompting Training
11-11:30 a.m.
Breakout Session - Promptings in Action
11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Break
12-2 p.m.
General Session - Building your Business to Serve the World
2-2:30 p.m.
Breakout Session - SOC Pro App Stories and Business Building Tips
2:30-3 p.m.
Break
3-5 p.m.
General Session - Taking Promptings to the Next Level
Saturday, November 7, 2020
9-11 a.m.
General Session - Awards
11-11:30 a.m.
Breakout Session - Stand on Our Feet and Cheer
11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Break
12-2 p.m.
General Session - State of SOC + Something New is on the Horizon
2-2:30 p.m.
Breakout Session - Open Discussion
2:30-3 p.m.
Break
3-5 p.m.
Closing Session - Promptings Stories From You + Special Closing
5-6 p.m.
VIP Virtual Social Hour (By Invitation Only.)

Although thus event is aimed at SendOutCards affiliates, there's something for customers and even the general public.

Find out how to use SendOutCards to not only build your current business and make your life better, but learn how to build another stream of income.

Interesting days

Today - Deviled Egg Day, Dynamic Harmlessness Day, Job Action Day and Broadcast Traffic Professionals Day

Tomorrow - Sandwich Day. Housewife’s Day, Cliché Day, Jellyfish Day and Candy Day

Week long celebrations:

Nov 1 - Nov 8: Marzipan Week

Next Monday - World Freedom Day, World Orphans Day, Chaos Never Dies Day and Scrapple Day

Week long celebrations:

Nov 9 - Nov 13: Talk Money Week

Nov 9 - Nov 15: Human-Animal Relationship Awareness Week

December 2 - Fritters Day

Month long celebrations:

Nov 26 - Dec 31: A Blue Christmas

The month in review - October 2020

The week ending October 2:

Monday - "It's pumpkin spice time" Yes, that means more giveaways!

Tuesday - "Neuroscience Says Doing This 1 Thing Makes You Just as Happy as Eating 2,000 Chocolate Bars" What is it?

Wednesday - "Why You Should Learn the Lost Art of Rhetoric" From The Art of Manliness.

Thursday - "Partial sleep deprivation hinders weight control #TBT" From Dr. Michael Breus.