Cookie Booth season is almost upon us! With so much going on in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, it’s important to make sure you’re prepared for the Direct Sale Phase. Here’s a simple list of things to remember before you go out and sell with your girls!
Pick Up Your Cookies
If you haven’t already, pick up your cookies! You’ll want to make sure you have enough cookies for all of the customers who will be visiting you! Here’s what we recommend in terms of cookie packages (not cases!) for an average cookie booth:
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