Shadowing the parties of other consultants is a wonderful training tool utilized by both new and experienced consultants alike.  It's a great way to pick up fresh ideas for running a successful party. Be sure to follow these guidelines for shadowing. 

Shadowing Guidelines

DO

• Request to shadow a party by following the instructions below
• Text Veronica the day before the party for party address (503) 473-3461
  
• Dress professionally
  
• Arrive on time -but do not approach the home until the consultant has arrived & greeted her hostess
  
• Bring a smile, helpful attitude, current catalog, pen, and a bottle of water
• Position yourself so you can observe the demonstration without being disruptive
  
• Write down demo ideas, party techniques, & QUESTIONS you don't want to forget them later
• Watch what the consultant does outside of the demo, that's where the magic happens
• Observe how the consultant sets up her demo
• Take note of the demo items she shows
• Watch the flow and party timeline
• Listen to what the consultant is saying to the hostess and guests
  
• Wait until the after the party if the consultant has a free moment to ask questions
  

DON'T

• Speak to the party guests before, during, or after the demo
  
• Add additional comments while the consultant is doing her demonstration
• Hand out your business cards, catalogs or other marketing material
• Drink alcohol, eat the hostesses food, or take smoke breaks
• Text message or take calls during the demonstration - if you must use your phone, excuse yourself and go outside
• Sit in a seat unless there are enough for the guests -  floor space is fine!
• Leave before the ordering room, you'll learn just as much by seeing how the consultant interacts 1 on 1 with her customers
  

When you contact me please provide the following information:

• Name
• E-Mail
  
• Sponsor
• Length of time in business
• Preferred days of the week to shadow (even better, identify several specific dates)
• Preferred geographic location to shadow
• If you are interested in specific types of parties (50 Shades of Grey, bachelorette parties, sorority parties, specific age groups, etc)