By Dana Phillips.

A couple of years ago, I realized that Facebook parties were becoming more popular and to stay relevant, I needed to learn more. Rather than reading and checking out other trainers, I decided to be a host for a Facebook party from a direct seller.  Here are four of the many lessons I learned.

  1. Be a host with someone who is successful at Facebook parties. There is no better way to see how a Facebook party works than to make someone’s day and reach out to them with and say, “I want to be one of your Facebook hosts.” My mistake?  The consultant was not adept at holding them, and I realized early on that I would have to figure out the best way to get people there and engaged. That said, it leads me to number two.
  2. Partner with each host. It is a partnership. Getting your host excited about the party is just as important as which graphics to use. Find out why she agreed to book a party with you.
  • She wants free stuff: help her create a wish list of the freebie’s she wants to get.
  • She booked to help a friend: assure her of the party karma, that by helping a friend she will get lots of free stuff. Then help her create a wish list of the goodies she wants to get.
  • She thinks she is “too busy” to have a home party: let her know there is time involved, but it is Assure her if she follows your directions it will be successful. Then help her create a wish list of the free stuff she wants to get.
  1. Hostess Coach like it is your last party. A Facebook party is just happening in a different “room” of her house: it is a virtual room where she needs to know what to expect, what you expect, and what successful parties look like. I am so glad that we are hosting training by Cinchshare in a Facebook group so you can get some great tips.
  2. Don’t assume she reads anything. Just because you pop a pdf into an email or messenger does not mean she will read or do anything. Remember to keep in touch, ask open-ended questions, check on attendance, make sure she is commenting on her party, and having FUN!

There are lots more things I learned. Once I realized my consultant was not going to do a stellar job of coaching, I realized personal invitation was better than just adding them. I recognized that making all of my guests feel welcome was my job as a hostess, so I commented a lot.  I did my best to answer questions and re-direct those questions to my consultant. I was positive, upbeat, and enthusiastic about the product.

Results?  12 in attendance, one recruit, one booking and over $700 in sales.  Want to learn more?  Join our Facebook Group: Facebook Parties 101 (Team Connections) to learn the basics and how to stay out of Facebook Jail.