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While there is no perfect number, I've seldom seen a live auction that benefited from having more than 15 items in it. A great auction item is a great auction item. Most times, it will do just as well in the silent. Trust the room.
Keep in mind, most of you are also presenting a great silent auction. Don't be afraid to put some of those great items on a silent table or two.
It's a common misconception that silent auctions are not effective for raising the big dollars. Don't get me wrong, I understand there's an earned reputation of under performing silent auctions. Frequented by "deal seekers" and "Bargain hunters". But that's only part of the equation.
Put a few "almost live" items in your silent and watch your guests fight over, and run the price up on your great silent auction items. One of the key issues with groups that are affraid to put somethign in the silent is they seem to feel that bidders won't find the item. If this is the case, maybe you shouuld take a look at how many items you have in your silent auction. ;)
More items does not guarentee more money for your auction. Never has, never will.
Last updated on December 1, 2011 by Jim Miller
