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Old 11-09-2011
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Default Answer phones & get % for booking dinners
I've been asked to answer phone calls and help a chef book appointments to cook dinners at various sites. He said he would pay me a percentage for every dinner I book. I'm new and not quite sure how to approach. Any suggestions?
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I did a number of phone calls for a client a few years back. There were 450 calls in all. I got a base rate plus a bonus for each appointment I set. It worked out great. It would be a shame if you made all the calls and didn't get one booking, therefore, didn't get any pay for your work. Negotiate a base rate plus a percentage to your client and see what he says. If he is that good of a chef, he will make the money up with the bookings you schedule. Good luck.
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I agree, something for your time should be paid, since there are no guarantees of any bookings. Good luck, let us know how it goes!
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Thanks for the advice, but how would I determine the base rate? A monthly fee, 50-75 cents per outbound call, or the dreaded hourly?
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When I did my calls, I did hourly. But if you wanted to you could set up a monthly retainer if you know the calls will be ongoing. You just want to make sure you get paid for time worked, so whatever is best for you is what you should propose.
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I'll set up a meeting with him and get more details then decide based on his needs and your advice. Thank you!
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