Help! Can I Reactivate My Business in Time for My Sister's Order?

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses the challenges and considerations faced by a participant regarding reactivating their Pampered Chef business in order to fulfill a family order. Participants share their personal experiences and insights related to maintaining activity status and the implications of submitting orders.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes their situation of needing to reactivate their business to help their sister place an order, expressing concerns about going inactive temporarily.
  • Another participant confirms that submitting the order would allow the original poster to remain active and order samples, despite losing career sales.
  • One participant shares their experience of a team member reactivating after a long hiatus, highlighting the flexibility of the company.
  • Another participant suggests the option of a retroactive leave of absence for those facing challenges, providing information on how to pursue it.
  • One participant mentions the deadline for submitting a leave of absence and the associated cost, while expressing enthusiasm for the current specials.
  • The original poster acknowledges the helpfulness of the information shared, despite their current limitations in doing shows.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Some participants agree on the possibility of reactivating the business and the flexibility offered, while others provide differing views on the leave of absence option. No clear consensus emerges on the best course of action.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences of participants navigating business challenges and family orders within the Pampered Chef framework.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants facing similar challenges with maintaining their business activity or considering reactivation may find the shared experiences and insights relevant.

lisacb77
lisacb77
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Okay, this takes a little explaining so please bear with me.

Some of you may have seen where I posted that right now, I can't maintain my business, doing shows etc. I announced to my customers I am going out of biz and even offered a discount this month. I had no sales last month so would need $200 this month to stay active.

I have $200 in sales, which is the good news. That will keep me active for a few more months and order samples. If I don't get orders again by the end of Sept, so be it.

Here is my question though. My sister is OK with me having her as the "host" so she can get the discount number. She really wants to order a piece of forged cutlery but can't afford at full price. Y'all know that is the host special for August.

So basically, if I submit the show tomorrow instead, she can order her knife. But I go inactive for a period of a few days, right? My notification email said submit by midnight tonight.

As I understand it, if I go inactive then reactivate with $200 in one month, all is restored but my career sales. Which is fine, I'm not near $15k and don't plan to pursue this actively again. If I can make my sister happy, and then still order supplies and samples in August, that would make everyone happy.

Am I figuring this right though? Appreciate your quick response as I have to decide in the next 3 hours!!
 
Yes, Lisa, you can submit tomorrow. Just make sure all your guest's specials will be August, too.
Yes, you lose your career sales, but you will be active again, and can order your samples.

You can sleep peacefully now :)
 
And, the nice thing about it is if you want to wait and make it a larger show, nothing will change if you do it later in the month.

I have a team member who is submitting right now for the first time in 13 months, and she will be active again. Pretty flexible company...
 
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Oh that is a relief, thanks ladies! And that works well as I have one more friend that was thinking of ordering I haven't heard from, so I can drop her a line and tell her I'll be sending it in a few days then.

My sister was so happy to hear that! And that will buy me more time to get a few new catalogs to view and you never know.
 
Lisa,

You can ask for a retro active leave of absence. Just call HO and tell them that you are having challenges. This is something that you can read up about online. But, basically, they will give you an extra month if you are serious about your business and have had hurdles that you can get over. You can't do it all of the time, but it is there when you really need it. It sounds like now is the time for you.

good luck, Elaine
 
Oh! You have until the 14th or 17th to get this done. It does cost $25, if you get this done in time... which I think it is too late it would just be a leave of absence.

The August special is awesome! You should be able to book every day if you wanted!!

Good Luck!
 
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Thanks Elaine, that was thoughtful of you to look that up for me. Unfortunately, my schedule doesn't allow me to do shows like I used to be, but that was great info to have and I'm sure it may have helped others too!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Help! Can I Reactivate My Business in Time for My Sister's Order?

Yes, you can reactivate your Pampered Chef business! The reactivation process is typically straightforward and can often be completed quickly, allowing you to place your sister's order in time.

What steps do I need to take to reactivate my Pampered Chef business?

To reactivate your business, log into your Pampered Chef account and follow the prompts for reactivation. You may need to update your personal information and agree to the current terms and conditions.

Is there a fee to reactivate my business?

Yes, there may be a small reactivation fee, depending on how long your account has been inactive. Check the Pampered Chef website or contact customer service for specific details regarding fees.

How long does the reactivation process take?

The reactivation process is usually quick and can often be completed in a matter of minutes. However, if you encounter any issues, it may take longer, so it’s best to start the process as soon as possible.

Can I place an order for my sister immediately after reactivating?

Yes, once your account is reactivated, you can place orders right away. Just ensure that your payment information is up to date to avoid any delays.

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