How Far Would You Travel for a Pampered Chef Show?

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Discussion Overview

The thread explores participants' experiences and preferences regarding the distances they are willing to travel for Pampered Chef shows. Various personal anecdotes highlight the factors influencing their decisions, such as host relationships and potential for bookings.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares that they are new to Pampered Chef and have booked a show 2 hours away, motivated by the relationship with the host.
  • Another participant mentions traveling 800 miles for family, indicating a willingness to drive long distances for personal connections, while typically driving 2.5 hours for preferred hosts.
  • Several users note the importance of the host's commitment to ensure a successful show, with one participant emphasizing the need to balance travel costs with potential earnings.
  • One participant discusses doing a show 3 hours away, benefiting from consistent bookings and sales from family connections.
  • Another participant mentions traveling 1.5 hours for a show that was not very successful but indicates future opportunities with the same host.
  • One participant shares plans for multiple shows in different states while traveling, highlighting the potential for increased bookings during trips.
  • Another participant expresses a preference for not traveling more than 3 hours unless certain of high attendance or staying with family.
  • One participant mentions a dislike for driving long distances, having only traveled 1.5 hours for a show.
  • Another participant finds driving time useful for listening to training materials.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the distances participants are willing to travel, with some expressing comfort with longer trips for specific hosts or circumstances, while others prefer to stay closer to home.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences that reflect their individual circumstances, such as family ties and the potential for future bookings, which influence their travel decisions.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering how far to travel for shows may find these shared experiences relevant to their own decision-making processes.

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I am one month into PC as of today and this is my first post. I have not had a show as of yet but have booked for June so far. I received a call this week asking if I would consider doing a show for someone 2 hours away. I am thrilled to do the show because it is a family friend and she will probably book another show at her main home which is closer. How far do you all go to do a show?

Amy
 
Personally, I have gone 800 miles each way. However, that was family and I also stayed with them for a week. Now, without family I will drive 2.5 hours each way if I like the host. I do increase my recruiting seeds when I go that far because I would love to give them all the bookings!
 
I have customers about an hour north of me and about 2.5 hours south of me as well. Like Kate said, it is great to increase your customer and recruit potential... if you are willing to and can afford to make the drive. Just make sure your host is really going to do the work you need her to do to have a successful show. Nothing is worse than spending more on gas than you make in commission... o.k., so there are worse things, but none that come to mind right now.
Good luck!
 
I am doing a show on Saturday that is 3 hours away, gotta love LA traffic! My in laws live that far and I have been getting customers, sales and bookings since I did a show for my mother in law in February. They have been $1000+ shows and we stay the weekend with my in laws so it works for us.
 
I have went as far as 1 1/2 hrs away. Wasn't that great of a show it was before Christmas so everyone was shopping, but she is going another in August!
 
I am doing a show in 2 weeks in my hometown 5 hours away and a few weeks ago I did one in my IL's hometown 3 1/2 hours away. I am doing more later in the summer. I just try to book more than 1 if I can after I do a show so when I go back I can do at least a couple.
 
I have done shows in TX and WI and I live in NC. Of course these shows are done while on vacations since we are at least 1000 miles from each.

Other than family visits, I have gone about 2 hours from home for a show. This July I am doing shows in TN, WI, (hopefully IL), and IA when I am traveling to National Conference.

Good luck to you!
 
The farthest I have gone was about 1.5 hrs. Like Kate, I totally stressed recruiting at that show. I don't want to have to drive back down there to do shows, I'd rather have a new team member!!
 
So far the farthest distance I have travelled is 2 hours, for a repeat host (3 shows so far). Since I work full time, I only do week night shows within a 1/2 hour radius of my home. But for a weekend show I am willing to travel. I do not think I would travel more than 3 hours one-way unless I know for sure it was a solid book with high attendance (or a relative I could stay overnight with!)
 
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Thanks for sharing and the ideas. Two hours doesn't seem so far away now.
 
I personally hate to drive. I have drive 1 1/2 hours one way but I hate those.
 
The driving time is great to listen to training CDs!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

How far would I need to travel to host a Pampered Chef show?

The distance you would need to travel to host a Pampered Chef show can vary based on your location and the consultant's service area. Typically, consultants are willing to travel within a certain radius, often ranging from 30 to 60 miles, but it's best to check with your specific consultant for their travel policies.

Will I be charged for travel if the show is outside the consultant's local area?

Some Pampered Chef consultants may charge a travel fee if the show is outside their designated local area. This fee can vary depending on the distance and the consultant's policies, so it's important to discuss this with your consultant beforehand.

Can I host a Pampered Chef show virtually instead of in-person?

Yes! Many Pampered Chef consultants offer virtual shows that can be hosted from the comfort of your home. This option eliminates travel concerns and allows guests from various locations to participate easily.

What if I want to host a show in a different city?

If you want to host a Pampered Chef show in a different city, you can either find a local consultant in that area or see if your current consultant is willing to travel there. Just keep in mind that travel fees and accommodations may apply.

Are there any incentives for hosting a show further away?

Some consultants may offer special incentives or discounts for hosting shows that require them to travel further. This could include additional host rewards or discounts on products. Be sure to ask your consultant about any potential incentives for hosting a show at a greater distance.

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