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7 Tips for Selling in the Rain

Selling cookies in the rain can be a bit challenging, but it’s also a great opportunity to show your determination and creativity! Here are some tips for Girl Scouts to stay positive and sell cookies even when the weather isn’t cooperating:

1. Dress for Success!
Tip: Wear waterproof gear like rain jackets, ponchos, and rain boots. Don’t forget an umbrella to keep you dry and to make your booth feel cozy and welcoming!
Why: Staying comfortable will help you feel more confident and keep you focused on your sales.

2. Use Social Media to Spread the Word
Tip: Post on social media to let people know where you’ll be selling in the rain. You can also promote how fun it is to support Girl Scouts in any weather! “Rain or shine! It’s Cookie Time!”
Why: Social media is a great way to reach people who might not want to go out in the rain but would be happy to order online or visit your booth if they know where to find you.

3. Keep Your Cookies Protected
Tip: Store the cookies in waterproof bins or containers and cover them with plastic tarps or tablecloths if you’re outside.
Why: You don’t want to risk your cookies getting soggy or damaged! Keeping them dry ensures they stay in perfect condition for your customers.

4. Always Bring an Adult Helper, and maybe a Girl Scout buddy
Tip: If you’re out in the rain, it’s always a good idea to bring a buddy to help out! A parent or friend can hold the umbrella, set up the booth, or keep you company.
Why: Having extra hands will make the experience more fun, and you can take turns selling to make sure you stay fresh and energized!

5. Be Enthusiastic and Show Your Determination
Tip: Stay positive and enthusiastic—even if the weather isn’t great. Smile and tell potential customers how excited you are to offer them delicious cookies, rain or shine!
Why: Your positive energy will be contagious, and customers will appreciate your hard work and dedication, especially in the rain.

6. Use Rain as a Fun Selling Point
Tip: Embrace the rain and have fun with it! Create a fun slogan like “Don’t let the rain stop you from getting your favorite cookies!” or “Sweet treats to brighten up a rainy day!”
Why: Turning the rain into a selling point can make people smile and want to support you even more!

7. Stay Safe
Tip: Always be mindful of slippery surfaces, and make sure your booth is set up safely. If the weather gets too severe, don’t hesitate to pack up early and come back another day.
Why: Safety is the top priority! Be sure to check the forecast and stay aware of any storm warnings.

With these tips, you’ll be able to keep selling cookies confidently even on rainy days. Plus, your perseverance will definitely impress customers and help you reach your cookie-selling goals!

4, 3, 2, 1 Mega Delivery here we come!

Mega Delivery is a rain or shine event.

What is Mega Delivery?
Mega Delivery is THE Cookie delivery for many Troops. If your Service Unit is a part of the Mega Delivery on Saturday, January 25, 2025, participating Troops that placed an Initial Cookie Order will go to Mega Delivery to pick up their orders. Not sure if your Troop is participating in Mega? Please reach out to your Service Unit Cookie Manager or Service Unit Cookie Distributor.

What does your Troop Need to know about Mega? Let’s go through 4 key reminders to prepare your Troop for a successful Mega Delivery.

#1 ALL Troops attending Mega need to recruit up to 2-3 helpers and a designated driver.
Your helpers will include counters and loaders. Counters will confirm the cookie order is accurate and loaders will help get your cookie cases safely organized into your vehicle(s). Loaders and Counters do not need to be registered members. Drivers participating in Mega Delivery must be a registered and background screened adult. Your driver must be behind the wheel as soon as you enter the lot. For everyone’s safety, your driver must stay behind the wheel at all times during the pickup. Please note that Council will not have extra counters and loaders at the Mega Delivery.

#2 What do Troops need to take to Mega?
Troops should arrive promptly to their chosen pickup time. Troops will need to bring a Troop Dashboard Sign and each Troop helper vehicle will need to bring a Troop Helper Dashboard Sign. The Dashboard Signs must be displayed on the drivers front window with the SU and Troop number written in sharpie or a bold marker.
Don’t forget your helpers! Of course we want to remind you to bring your counters and loaders!

#3 How many Cookies can fit in my car?
All Troop Cookie Orders will vary and depending on the size of the order you may need multiple cars. Did you know Troops can bring two vehicles or a U-Haul? We have a great guide to help you determine how many Cookie Cases fit in your vehicle. CLICK HERE to review the guide.

#4 What is my Troop’s Initial Order?
We encourage Troops to bring a copy of the Delivery Station Appointment Summary Report. This Report can be obtained from ABC Smart Cookies. The report will list your Troops Initial Order by the case along with your Troops Mega Delivery pickup time.
Remember: Your Troop is financially responsible for their Cookie Order. Picking up your Initial Order is not optional.

We have more great information to help you during the Mega Delivery. Please Check out the 2024 Mega Delivery Resources:

We look forward to seeing you at the Mega Delivery!

Happy New Year!

We hope all of you had a wonderful, joyous and safe holiday season.

Welcome to the 2025 Cookie Program! Here you will find important details and quick links to get you started for the upcoming cookie season.  

Digital Cookie – Launch emails begin Jan. 9

Digital Cookie is the business center for our Girl Scout Cookie Bosses! Girl Scouts are encouraged to update their online Digital Cookie account in preparation for online selling to begin on Tuesday, January 14^th. Girls can set goals, upload and share videos with their customers, take and track customer cookie orders, view recognitions and achievements, and much more. Have your Girl Scout prepare her online Digital Cookie account today! See more tips for getting started in Digital Cookie in the Family Guide or with the Tip Sheets on http://gscookiesetc.org/cookies/

Cookie Program Begins Jan. 14

The first day of the Cookie Program is Tuesday, January 14^th. This is when pre-orders begin with order cards, door to door, and online order taking. Remember, cookie deliveries and in-hand sales will begin on January 26^th.

Ask A Cookie Boss:

Senior from Troop 6046, Kayla T shared:

“I learned that to be a successful Girl Scout seller, I needed to ask for the sale with charisma. Throughout this season I developed a set of cookie-selling guidelines for myself to appeal to customers. Some of these guidelines include warmly greeting customers while maintaining eye contact with a genuine smile, gracefully handling rejections with cookie share and donation options, informing non-cash prospects about other payment options, and strategically upselling specific flavors to move certain cookies that I have more inventory of. Two golden rules really helped with my cookie selling. The first golden rule was to be polite no matter if a sale was made. The second golden rule was to practice exceptional customer service.”

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