Should I Put the Open House in My Name for Credit?

Discussion Overview

This thread centers around a participant's inquiry about the implications of hosting an Open House with another vendor and whether to attribute the show to their name for credit and commission purposes. The conversation evolves into personal reflections on purchasing cookware and feelings of guilt associated with buying items for oneself.

Discussion Character

• Anecdotal
• Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

• One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses confusion about whether to put the Open House in the name of the other vendor or their own.
• Another participant mentions that the host will receive commission on all sales except the host order.
• Several users suggest that putting the show in their own name allows for commission on guest sales and the use of host benefits.
• One participant shares their experience of feeling guilty about purchasing new cookware, reflecting on the nature of women feeling guilty about personal purchases.
• Another participant expresses excitement about their recent cookware purchase and shares their experience of passing along their old set to a family member.
• Several participants discuss the idea of treating oneself to new cookware, particularly in relation to anniversaries and personal milestones.
• One participant mentions settling for a smaller cookware set due to financial considerations but expresses enthusiasm about using it for baking.
• Another participant reminds others to consider new cookware as a business expense for potential deductions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the emotional aspects of purchasing cookware, with some participants expressing feelings of guilt while others encourage treating oneself. There is general agreement on the commission structure related to the Open House.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and sentiments related to hosting events and making purchases within the context of being a Pampered Chef consultant.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who are navigating similar situations regarding hosting shows and personal purchases may find the shared experiences and opinions relevant.