Hello from grey, snow-sprinkling Ada town. Wanted to let you know I am at Achievers in thought, but have no plans to jet to Hollywood over the next few days. However, I sent along some good wishes for IBOs, a few of my edits on Ribbon support materials, and even sent my boss (he hates being called that), Robin, and fellow copy director, Nick--oh, and David, designer and art director extraordinaire. (Actually, I didn't send the guys-they just went to support the IBOs--look for them, talk to them, give them your feedback on our pubs and blogs!)
It's so quiet here without the guys, I can write. I can also read. I can even pretend to think! Seriously, I'm the chatty one and they're the ones enjoying a vacation away from me. Actually, we're a fun department and we get along with each other quite well.
I'm thinking (and hoping and praying) you're going to like the new catalog for spring that's launching in March. I can't say too much YET, but wow! I am so excited to have you see it, shop it, share it. While we're thinking gifts and wishing it wasn't so cold outside here in Ada, we're also planning and developing spring catalogs! I'm looking at photos of a family on a beach and a woman walking a dog in a sundress. Now I am shivering. We designed and wrote the Holiday Catalog back in May. No matter when we develop the catalogs, I never seem to tire of how far in advance we work or how fast-paced the schedule may be. I find it exhilarating, while others find it maddening. Keep in touch on Sales Speak. I'm bound to give you more hints in the next few weeks about what's coming in 2008 ... product- and catalog-wise.
I'm also thinking that I feel good about the month of November when it comes to being a retailing IBO. My Personal Accents party was a success. I've sold the new protein snack bars to a couple people. I've purchased Ribbon Gift Collections for some family and friends--and sold a few, too.
I'm thinking it's time to make my gift list so I get everyone gifts they'll love. I just ordered a couple gifts from Store for More. (I put up my sparkly tree and decos on Sunday so I'm feeling festive and generous. I love finding and giving gifts -- it's much more fun than receiving them although that can be fun, too.) Now, I just need to find a few potential customers in search of the perfect gifts. Hmmmmmm.
What ideas are you sharing with customers in search of gifts?
What are your customers buying this year to give as gifts?
Have you introduced them to the new Artistry essentials? the new Personal Accents signature fragrance, Anticipate? How 'bout Body Blends or Artistry Spa Collection?
Share your gift ideas! We'd love to hear them.