Seeking Advice: Juggling Job, Family & TPampered Chef

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Discussion Overview

This thread revolves around a participant's struggle to balance their job, family, and involvement with Pampered Chef (TPC). They seek input on whether to take a leave of absence or quit TPC altogether due to their busy schedule. Various participants share their experiences and thoughts on managing similar situations.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses the challenge of balancing a full-time job and TPC, suggesting that a leave of absence could be a viable option to maintain their status.
  • Another participant agrees with the idea of taking a leave of absence, noting that it allows for the possibility of returning without losing sales.
  • Several users mention the importance of maintaining some level of activity, such as submitting orders occasionally, to stay engaged with TPC.
  • One participant shares their personal experience of starting TPC while managing a full-time job and moving, indicating a preference to keep their options open rather than quitting.
  • A couple of participants inquire about the specifics of how to file for a leave of absence through Consultant's Corner.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Some participants agree on the benefits of taking a leave of absence, while others emphasize the importance of maintaining some activity with TPC. No clear consensus emerges on the best approach, as experiences and opinions vary.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences of balancing multiple responsibilities and the implications of taking a leave of absence within the context of being a Pampered Chef consultant.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants facing similar challenges in balancing their commitments may find the shared experiences and viewpoints relevant to their situations.

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Hi Everyone,

I haven't been online for awhile. Life is crazy busy. Anyway, I'm seeking your advice. Here's my situation - I have a job that I love. In fact, I was just promoted and well, the work is non-stop. TPC has taken a backseat, so "back" that I haven't had a show since JUNE (egads). I spoke to my director about dropping TPC but she suggested a leave of absence. Here are my main questions:

1. Do you (a collective you) think I should file a leave of absence or quit all together?

2. If I choose a leave of absence, how do I go about doing that?

I really don't think I can juggle TPC, my family, and my job so something has to give.

Thoughts??

Thanks for listening.....
 
I definitely agree with your Director. Take a three month leave. You just never know what your situation will be in three months. This way you do not loose your sales if you decide to start up again. There is no negative to taking the leave.

Your Director can walk you through the steps, but you can request it through Consultant's Corner.

Lisa
 
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Thanks Lisa. Think I'll go with the LOA....
 
even if at the end of your LOA you decided that you really can't fit in PC, you will have one year to submit a show and be active again.
 
I was wondering how you do it through CC?
 
I agree with Lisa. You could also submit $200 every other month but that can be difficult to maintain in the long run. (after the 3 months you would have to do that anyway though.)
 
I totally understand what you're thinking- I just started TPC in February and love it. But I recently took on a full time job that I started today which put us into a big move- selling our house and all. I definitely don't want to quit because in several years, if I decide to become a SAHM again, I won't have lost my earnings and can just get really active. My plan is to just have 1-2 shows a month, be-it catalog or real shows. But my mom gets really good response at her workplace, so if at all worst, every few months I'll get her or someone to take up an order with hopes that it makes $200, which I don't think will be a problem.
I recommend keeping yourself out there- take a leave if you need, but don't quit just in case you change your mind.
 
Question for directors---if a consultant takes a LOA, is she considered active for maintenance requirements? Would she count as one of my 5?
 
DebbieJ said:
Question for directors---if a consultant takes a LOA, is she considered active for maintenance requirements? Would she count as one of my 5?
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Yes she would.
 

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How can I effectively manage my time between my job, family, and Pampered Chef business?

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