One of the more frustrating challenges for hosts when they're organizing a party is determining how many guests will attend. Invitations are often sent out with a request for guests to RSVP whether or not they plan to come. But not everyone even understands what the phrase RSVP means they should do! And because of that confusion, plus a number of other modern day excuses, hosts find themselves with uncertain guest lists. This collection will help answer any questions about the meaning of the term RSVP and the unique ways frustrated readers have gotten their guests to respond.
1. What Does RSVP Mean?
This article presents the definitive explanation of the term RSVP and what's expected from guests when they see that term on an invitation.
2. A Trick to Make Guests RSVP
This reader has come up with a clever way to make guests WANT to RSVP to her party invitations.
3. RSVP, Ticket Required
This reader has a different method to encourage guests to RSVP - tickets are required. Learn how she handles this approach.
4. Keep the Request Right Under their Nose
This reader figures by keeping the response information in front of her guests at all times, she's bound to improve her RSVPs. This tip tells you how she does this.
5. When is that Party?
This reader was always dealing with unexpected guests showing up at the last minute. That is until she figured out a way to guarantee they would call her before the party.
6. It's the Host's Job to Get the RSVP
This reader offers the other side to this problem. He puts the responsibility squarely on the shoulders of the host. If you want an RSVP, you shoud go after them. Sure, and prepare the food and drinks, decorate, clean your house... Read more about this perspective.
7. RSVP is All About Timing
This reader believes that your success in getting responses to an invitation is directly related to the timing of your invitations. Read about what she recommends.
8. No Regrets
Read about why this reader feels that putting "regrets only" on your invitation is asking for party planning trouble.
9. Does RSVP Really Matter?
See what other readers have to say about whether it's necessary to RSVP then add your voice to the discussion. Be warned, there are some very strong opinions expressed here.
