Popcorn Sales

Pack 207 Popcorn Sales 2010

Timeline:

October 10	Cut-off date for the Blitz prize
October 30	Turn in money and unsold pop corn to the Hoards at 401 Savannah Lane Order Forms & Prize Selections due to Den Popcorn Den Kernel Starter Kit money (& any leftover popcorn) are also due
November 18/19	Popcorn Pickup From Popcorn Orders
December 10	PAYMENT DUE from Order Forms to Popcorn Kernel!

PRIZES • PRIZES • PRIZES • PRIZES • PRIZES • PRIZES

Each Scout will choose one prize from the prize booklet for the sales level he reached (or from a lower level). Everyone who sells will earn a Patch or Pin.

*The goal for each Scout is to sell at least $600 of popcorn.*

*Selling Tips* • 2 out of 3 people will order popcorn! • Always wear your uniform – people have very high regard for Scouts! • Always smile and introduce yourself. • Always tell your customers why you are selling popcorn. • Know the different types of popcorn you’re selling. • Always say “Thank You”! • Always make a copy of your order form – 9 out of 10 people will order again! Safety Tips • Always sell with another Scout or with an adult. • Never enter anyone’s home. • Never sell after dark unless you’re with an adult. • Don’t carry large amounts of cash. • Always walk on the sidewalk and driveway.

Frequently Asked Questions

*What is “Take Order”?* The “Take Order” method is just like it sounds. The Scout goes door to door with a Take Order Form (or Mom and Dad take order forms to work). The Customer writes his/her order on the form. The Scout delivers the popcorn in December and collects the money from the Customer. *Show and Deliver (Starter Kit):* The Scouts were given an allotted amount of popcorn at the beginning of the sale to have product on-hand as they took orders. This is also referred to as the “Show-n-Deliver” method. Some customers may prefer to receive their order now instead of waiting until early December. This will allow the Scout to complete the sale on the spot. The customer receives the order and the Scout receives payment so there is no need to return in November. However, a follow-up visit later in November to see if they liked the product and wish to order more could result in additional Take Order sales. *Do I have to take a Starter Kit?* It is highly suggest, as you will sell much more popcorn, but you can sell using only the Take Order method if you like. If you are interested in a Starter Kit, please be sure to sign up for one at the September Pack Meeting. Prizes, Awards, and Scout Dollars will be based on a Scout’s Total Sales (Starter Kit Sales and Take Order Sales combined). However, we do not want to buy popcorn for orders that have already been delivered. Please be sure to keep the Starter Kit Sales separate from the Take Order Sales when turning in your orders at the end of the sale. What about checks? Customers can pay by cash or check. Checks should be made payable to Pack 207. In the memo please write your child's name and be sure the person's phone number is on the check. However, to make it easier when turning in your popcorn money, please write one check to Pack 207 for the cash you received.