Sometimes you almost gotta laugh at potential clients...

marvsbbq · BBQ All Star Joined: 15 May 2005 Posts: 6186

pARTYCOOKER...I too have learned this lesson the hard way and here is what I NOW do.

IF I give them a 'special' price (that is different than my reg menu price) I say this price is ONLY good for the group size you have just told me. IF your group size changes for ANY reason, we will have to negotiate a NEW price.

This has taken care of the problem.
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pARTYCOOKER · Posted: Apr 19 2007 Post subject:

Yeah I did. But it was all verbal and months prior.
I could have stood my ground and been more firm
but I started to sniff the real side to this person after the third call
and decided that the complaints for such a small gig didn't warrant
someone starting nasty rumors about our business.
I know better now though I'll just put a smile on my face show up perform it, suck it up, and move on.

BBQMAN · Posted: Apr 19 2007 Post subject:

Jason, take a good look at Marv's contract. I ammended it a bit to suit my needs, but basically went with his ideas.

As I get busier, I run into more of these "problem" types of clients. I guess the bigger the apple barrell, the more chance for rotten apples! Laughing

You are also right, bad word-of-mouth (even if it is not of your doing) is never a good thing!
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pARTYCOOKER · Posted: Apr 19 2007 Post subject:

Thanks all. Where is Marv's contract?
I have looked for half an hour. Thanks.

BBQMAN · Posted: Apr 19 2007 Post subject:

http://www.thesmokering.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=7044

Try here! Very Happy

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marvsbbq · BBQ All Star Joined: 15 May 2005 Posts: 6186

Damnnnnn BBQMAN you are QUICK...beat me to it... Laughing

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BBQMAN · Posted: Apr 19 2007 Post subject:

I got the day off (kinda!). Laughing

Doing some mods to my firebox, and sitting here playing on the 'puter at lunch time! Very Happy

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pARTYCOOKER · Posted: Apr 19 2007 Post subject:

Ummmm Mike. I'm glad you have the day off you worked hard for it.
I'm still hoping to have your assistance on the pricing for that one job i was telling you about though. Whenever it's best for you. Thanks Super - I mean BBQ Man.

marvsbbq · BBQ All Star Joined: 15 May 2005 Posts: 6186

Yea, I got the day off (sort of) too. Party yesterday, one tomorrow and one sat. But today I have to shop for rest of week's events.

Also today we are going to my son's house (2 hr drive each way) to see our new grandauther (born Tues).

Then tomorrow my sister and hubby will be here for the weekend. Have not seen them in 2 years.. Crying or Very sad

So guess what....BBQ,BBQ,BBQ ALL WEEKEND Laughing

Except for Fri night, taking them out to a new Japanase steak house that just opened..
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BBQMAN · Posted: Apr 19 2007 Post subject:

Congrats on the new addition to the family! Very Happy

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Lazy J · Newbie Joined: 22 Oct 2005 Posts: 42

Tell the $500 lady to buy 2 whole pigs and dig a pit in the back yard ? For $75.00 you will come to their house do a one hour consultation one how to cook the pig and pick up the check and have them sign a release that you are only a consultant and not a cook!

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Mr. Big · Joined: 11 Jan 2008 Posts: 21

Inexpensive Catering for 100 in L.A area (Hollywood theme party)
My friends and I are having a big 30th bday party and have a budget of about $500 or less for food (including cake but we might just get a cheapie cake). Any ideas or places to suggest with inexpensive catering? Initially thought of a taco truck but since we are having a Hollywood theme party that might not fit too well with the theme....However, that is the only thing I can think of for about 5 dollars a head...HELP! Thanks Smile

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uclagirl Apr 02, 2008 12:01AM

Was doing some "catch-up" reading on a couple of sites. Found this request on Chowhound (LA area). Thought it was appropriate to this discussion. Laughing

OK, maybe a little late... Embarassed

BBQMAN · Posted: Apr 06 2008 Post subject:

Yeah buddy, but this was a good one! Laughing

I'm thinking that even the taco wagon shizzle special on wheels won't come in at $5.00 either...........................here's your taco and soda, have a nice day! Wink

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Mr. Big · Joined: 11 Jan 2008 Posts: 21

and to stick with the Hollywood theme....hmmmm....maybe have a crackhead as a server??? Twisted Evil

G's BBQ · BBQ Super Pro Joined: 13 Sep 2006 Posts: 1641 Location: NV