Buying Cookware for Myself Question...

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores participants' thoughts on purchasing cookware during a promotional period, specifically discussing the benefits of buying at a discount versus waiting to use earned points for future purchases. Participants share their personal experiences and strategies regarding cookware acquisition.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses uncertainty about whether to buy cookware at a 60% discount or wait to use pan-o-rama points for future purchases.
  • Another participant shares their experience of buying cookware at a discount and suggests using earned points for additional open stock pieces.
  • Several users mention the potential for earning points through cookware sales and the idea of using those points for gifts or additional items later.
  • One participant notes that they are not as active in Pampered Chef due to a new full-time job but sees the current discount as a good opportunity to purchase cookware.
  • Another participant discusses their strategy of using host specials to acquire cookware while also considering future sales and promotions.
  • One participant reflects on their initial intention to pursue Pampered Chef as a career but has shifted to a more casual approach due to personal circumstances.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on whether to purchase cookware now at a discount or wait to use points, with some participants advocating for immediate purchases while others suggest a more cautious approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to their current engagement with Pampered Chef, including changes in their business focus and the impact of promotions on their purchasing decisions.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering cookware purchases during promotional periods may find the shared experiences and strategies relevant to their own decision-making processes.

clshirk
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Ok, so I really want the cookware special this month, but with pan-o-rama, I'm not sure how much I should really invest.

I have 2 opportunities to get 60% off the cookware... my first one just appeared yesterday when my host has no interest in buying any cookware. I told her she was welcome to see if anyone else would be interested in taking the special, but if no-one bites, then I'll probably use it myself...if it sounds legit with my plan.

I am also hosting a catalog show at work- hoping to get $300 in orders so that I can get the 7piece set at 60% off and then get the 5 piece at the half price.

So either I would take one set at 60% off at one show and the other set at 60% off at the other show, or do both in 1 show, one set at 60% and one set at 50% off.

So, with pan-o-rama going on, would it be better for me to just buy one set with the host discount at one of the 2 shows and then wait to get my pan-o-rama points to get the other set free? Or should I take advantage while things are 60% off? I guess I just know the cookware won't be on sale when I finally get the pan-o-rama points, but my understanding is that we'll get full point value for what the cookware is worth before the discount.

What do you think?
 
If it was me (and I could afford it) I would buy the sets at 60% off and use the POA points to get open stock pieces like stir fry skillet, grill pan, 12" skillet, etc. Just my opinion. The more cookware the better! :love:
 
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That's a good idea too. But if I buy 2 at 60% off, won't I get like enough for another $700 in free cookware in the end? Isn't that how POR works? I like the idea of more cookware for sure. Excellent way to stock up or even buy gifts for others.
My birthday is coming up and I told my MIL that I'd probably spend money on buying new cookware. It's just too good a deal to pass up right now.
 
The earned points are at full retail value, but it's not even for redeeming them. Check the chart on CC.
 
pamperedposey said:
If it was me (and I could afford it) I would buy the sets at 60% off and use the POA points to get open stock pieces like stir fry skillet, grill pan, 12" skillet, etc. Just my opinion. The more cookware the better! :love:
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I agree! I just purchased the 5pc set at 60% off. I will get full poa pts. but it isn't the same when you redeem them. I am going for open stock pieces now. I have 4 shows still to close this month & 2 of them definitely wanted cookware. Stainless 12" skillet here I come!!:)
 
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I just looked and see what you're saying. So you really have to sell a lot of sets to get even close to enough to redeem one free.
Ok, I guess you're right- I'll just have to buy both sets at 60% off and use the POR points to buy something smaller/extra.
 
Look at your show schedule (especially September but remember that cookware sales through November 30 count). Estimate how many points you think you'll get and determine what you'll be able to earn or what you want to earn and then PROMOTE cookware all fall!

If you have all the cookware you want and you have extra points think gifts! What a great thing to give someone for Christmas or as a promotion to get bookings or recruits!
 
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Well I do know that I am not doing PC as much as I was b/c I just moved and had to take on a full time job (actually we moved so I could take this job in my hometown- moving us home) so Im not sure I'll have a lot of cookware sales... but 60% off is a great deal since MIL is already planning to give me $250 for my birthday, so even to get the stainless sets at 60% off I'll only spend $300. So if I sell more in Oct or Nov- I will just start stocking up for me or Christmas gifts.
 
I'm so excited! I have earned almost 2000 panarama points. I can't wait. I'm cashing in for the 12 inch family skillet SS. I want to start using it.
 
clshirk, Are you looking at PC as a career, or as a hobby?

If hobby, buy the stuff. I am.

If it's going to be your career, don't buy it - earn it.
 
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Hey I just came back to check my thread, but I wanted to respond that initially I was going to make this a career when I was a SAHM and needed the income, but we decided to move back to my hometown, which pretty much required me getting a full time job in August, so since then, I'm just trying to do enough to keep myself active.
So, I did use my host's special, since she didn't want it at all, I tried everything to get her to take it, so I asked and she was fine with me using it for the 7 piece set. Then I had a quick catty show and pulled a $150 show together so I could get the 5 piece set at 60% off too. So I'll have the points from those to get a couple of small things. I might wait and see if anyone else buys anything in Oct or Nov before I cash them in...just in case.
 

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