February 20, 2022

Got Gift Cards? Start a "Grub Grab"

February 20, 2022/ Jim Miller

Most auctions end up with a good number of Gift Cards from local restaurants in the course of item procurement. Here's a sure fire way to thin out your silent tables, move some inventory and maximize returns.

June 25, 2020

First Choice / Golden Ticket Live Auction Raffle

June 25, 2020/ Jim Miller

This one is easy, but not necessarily for every auction. It is a slight variation of the popular "54 Card Drawing", but can also be handled like any standard raffle the night of your charity auction. In a nutshell...you sell your guests “the opportunity to take their choice of any item from the live auction before it even starts."

February 19, 2010

Auction Tip: Open your Live Auction with a Song

February 19, 2010/ Jim Miller

Your Live Auction can benefit from a jolt to the senses to kick things off. Something that screams..."Hey, pay attention over here...we are selling super cool stuff you probably want!" To get off on the right foot, open your Live Auction with an item with wide appeal and most guests can afford. Don't confuse a good opener with "the hottest item in your auction"

November 11, 2009

Promotion & Marketing the Old Fashioned Way

November 11, 2009/ Jim Miller

Printing promotional business cards is old school for some, but it's helpful for those times when you run into someone on the street and just need to get them some info they will remember. Approaching an unexpected potential donor? Hand them a card. This is an effective and inexpensive way to promote the message of your event.