The members, and certainly this Chapter
Director, are missing the point of the Door Prize.
At the very minimum the Door Prize is a Thank
You from the 10 Minute Speaker to the chapter. But it goes much further than
that. The Door Prize is proof. Proof that the member can plan, is
organised, and does what they say they do. And, if nothing else, cares
about their fellow members.
But, let’s look at this a little closer.
What do I mean by 'it means the member can plan and is organised'? And
why does that matter. Well, as a 10 Minute Speaker you get six weeks’
notice of your slot. That’s six weeks to plan and organise what you are
going to bring. Why does this matter? Well, if I’m going to give
you a nice referral from one of my best contacts I want to know that you can
plan and that you can organise. I also want to know that you care.
But, how about the Door Prize itself, and the
way it is wrapped?
Again, it proves a great deal. In a 10
Minutes just about anything can be said; after all words are cheap. The
only time there is any real proof that you can deliver what you are talking
about is the Door Prize. How much time did you take sourcing it?
How well is it wrapped? No time, and badly! What does that say
about you, your business, and the product/service you provide? To be
honest, not a great deal.
Whereas a beautiful Door Prize which was wrapped
with care? I think you get the picture!
So, please never be tempted to forget your Door
Prize as it will affect your referral rate.
