How Was Your January - Hobbyist/Part-Time Version

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around the experiences of Pampered Chef consultants who are part-time or hobbyists, sharing their sales totals and feelings about their performance in January. Participants express a range of emotions regarding their sales figures and discuss their goals for the upcoming months.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, reported a total of 1,550 points for January and encouraged others to share their totals without feeling pressured by higher figures.
  • Another participant shared their excitement about reaching 1,810 points, despite feeling overshadowed by others' totals.
  • Several users mentioned their struggles with cancellations and expressed hopes for better results in February.
  • One participant noted a total of 2,400 points, highlighting their transition from hobbyist to part-time consultant and upcoming shows.
  • Another participant shared a total of 3,050 points, expressing happiness despite cancellations affecting their shows.
  • One consultant reported 7,600 points, attributing their success to a strong cooking show and a new recruit.
  • Several participants expressed feelings of disappointment due to low sales, with one noting only around $20 in sales for the month.
  • Another participant mentioned having 2,300 points and feeling excited about upcoming shows, indicating a positive outlook despite previous struggles.
  • One participant shared their goal of achieving 1,250 in sales each month, reflecting on the need for more shows to meet that target.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ significantly among participants regarding their sales performance, with some expressing satisfaction and others feeling disappointed. No clear consensus emerges on overall success for January.

Contextual Notes

Participants shared personal experiences and feelings about their sales performance, with many discussing the impact of cancellations and personal challenges on their business activities.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to part-time consultants and hobbyists within the Pampered Chef community who are navigating similar experiences and challenges in their business endeavors.

janetupnorth
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Hey guys! I thought I'd start a thread for those who only do this hobby/part-time so you wouldn't feel bad posting your totals when everyone else at the higher part-time/full-time range is around 10,000.


I am at 1,550...how about you?
 
I'm at 1810 and was pretty excited about it until I saw all those totals on the other thread.
 
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Good job Patti - still be excited! They are at a different pace - you did great for where you are!
 
I'm only at around 2000. I am part-time tying to be full time but the shows just didn't stick in January. Hopefully I can get some more submitted during double points!
 
PointsWell since I shifted gears from Hobby to PT this year, I am at 2400 points.
I had two shows in January $500 and $700.

I've got two more shows booked for next month and maybe a fundraiser. It's so exciting!!

Debbie :D
 
Does it count if you're part time and want to be full time? lol I had exactly one catalog show in January after my others cancelled. But, she did great and ended up with a $525 show. That finally got me qualified so I got the 2000 bonus points (which I'd forgotten about) for a total of 3050 points. I'm happy with it but I keep thinking if only those other shows hadn't cancelled or I could have found others to take their places. lol Oh well.
 
I did about $860 , not my best month after the holiday season and a cancellation
 
Great thread, Janet!

My January ended up a lot better than I expected. I only had 2 cookings shows, but then someone ended up doing a catalog show and I signed a recruit. Counting her (she should qualify tomorrow), I'll be at 7600 points. My one cooking show was $1298! Not my usual show! I don't have anything else "double" coming up, so that's it for me. I'll still take it, though!

Keep reading the other thread, too. Use it as encouragement!
 
5800 pts for me! I did 3083 in sales and all but about $250 was in the double points period. WAHOO!
 
I am just over 1000, most of my January shows fell through so no luck for me!
 
I am a part timer, but lucky for me I had a great January - 4200 in sales and I had a 500 show last night that we are closing but will before the double point deadline - AND just got home from a show and the host coaching totally paid off - get this.... show sales 1500 and climbing AND 2 bookings!! Called my DH on the way home - all he said was "double points!!" LOL -

Now I need to book more in March!! I am happy with my 4 in Feb - (wouldnt turn one down though!!)
 
Well, if it makes you all feel better... you ALL did better than ME! After some very difficult personal issues since November, I'm just getting back on track. I really tried to get something going in January, but NO LUCK! I made ONE small sale of.. oh, I don't know... around $20 or so!

BUT, BUT, BUT... I DID get on the phone and picked up a cataog show and cooking show for February (from the same person:eek: !), at least one more possible cooking show and did my 3-2-1 for four days straight! WaHoo for me!!!:D
 
I had one show in Jan. We're closing tomorrow @ 1200 in sales. I've got a catalog that will close before the deadline too, but I don't know that it will be very much. I should be around 3000 points by the time double points is over.
 
I only have 430 points. I had 1 small catalog show to keep me active (I had a tough fall/winter with starting grad school and working a job I HATED!). However I have a show tomorrow, my mystery host show later in February and I'm hoping for a few bookings tomorrow (10 confirmed guests for a 10:30 brunch show -- woohoo!). Now that my first term is behind me and I quit my job 2 weeks ago and started a new graduate assistantship that I LOVE I am hoping for a consistent 4 shows a month. I'm hoping for 2,000 points by the end of double points and 3,000 by the end of February. I may have started slow, but I can do it!
 
Only one show in January, but it was just over $1000-and during double points. I have a catalog and cooking that will close before double points end, but I'm not expecting big numbers from either.
Reading other part timer's points make me feel much better! We can do it, We just won't be half way there by the end of February!!
 
Thanks so much for this thread...it makes me feel so much better!! I am a newbie and trying to get my business booming....right now I have about 2300 points...and I am sooo excited! My business is FINALLY starting to pick up a bit and I have 4 cooking shows and a catalog show for February....I've only been having about 1-2 shows/month until now, so I am VERY excited!
 
I am at 5353 points for January (1 recruit qualified) I still have 3 shows for february for double points, so I hope for more.
 
I ended my Jan lower then I have closed months out in awhile I closed it out at 1200 by the skin of my teeth. I submitted them both at 11 central time. One 600 dollar show was not in the double points so I am at about 1700 points
 
I'm at 1361 so far. Not great, but January is not a busy month for me with PC. Feb, definitely busier! Now, if I'd just get over the fear of the ....yeses, I'd be good! No fear of the phone, just feel overwhelmed if I have too many things going at once. Sign of...unorganization! I need to come up with a system that works for me so I that I am able to follow up with several hosts at once. Congrats to everyone getting off to a great start!!
 
I had a horrible month. I did pick up a catalog show, but now can't get in touch with the host to close it out. Hopefully, I can do that in the next couple of days. My sister was going to sign but has decided against it because she got engaged right before the holidays. So, now she doesn't have time - but that's another story. Everyone in the house has been sick over the past few weeks and slowly, very slowly getting better.
I am setting some high goals for the next few months, because I need to build consistency. I hope to make some calls over the next week and get things moving.
Good luck and congrats to everyone that had great months.
 
Tara1021 said:
5800 pts for me! I did 3083 in sales and all but about $250 was in the double points period. WAHOO!
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Tara, don't forget the extra 1500 in points for selling over $3,000. I think your points are over 7,300!
 
I have 3055pts as of right now.
 
I did really great since I had 3 cancellations out of 4. The 1 show closed at $1,066.92! I was so happy! That is the best Jan. I ever had! I have only 1 show again this month but am looking to turn that around. My points are 2134 and all I need is 75866? I think that's right. Anyway, I have Paris in mind so I need to get cracking :)
 
I have a $200 to $300 show ready to go in ... and another catalog show pending which will close in February. (POSSIBLY within the double points period but I'm not too concerned about that.) This is very, very, very part-time for me and I've had some personal challenges that have slowed me down ... but February looks to be a better month.
 
thanks so much for starting this thread....and can we add our non-sales success? after a rip-roaring start in late nov/early dec, my january was pretty lame - 3 shows, about 3000 points (once doubled). BUT i have 4 feb and 6 march bookings, signing my first recruit next week, have several others in the interview/decision process.

so, let's celebrate all our other accomplishments this month, including the biggest one - staying positive and focused during a statistically icky month!!!

yay everyone!
 
$3000 in points? That is flippin fantastic! I WISH I could sell $1500 in one month! Especially January ... EVERYONE in our team had cancelations!

My goal is $1250 in sales each month and I just realized with my current show minimum I need at least 6 shows to get there ... I frequently only host 2 in a month.

So my NON SALES achievements are these:

* FINALLY bit the bullet and started 3-2-1! I realized that I must shoot for 2 shows a week in order to get the income I need!
* Made up my own little e-mail newsletter.
* The early results ... I have 2 shows pending, two definite bookings that just need a date, a craft show lead and several people who are intrigued by the idea and my own "help whip cancer" promotion.
* I worked a bridal fair and gained many leads which I am working!
* I attended a regional training AND GOT INSPIRED!
 
I'm not sure what my points will be yet. I've had 2 shows. One closed at around 750 the other is still going strong at 800. Going to close by thursday so we'll see then.
 
I'm with the majority and had a horrible Jan! After submitting a show tomorrow I will have around 1200 pts. give or take. No where near the pts I had last year at 4000! :(

Oh well, I guess I will have to make them up when my recruits qualify and keep adding to my team this year! ;)
 
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We had a bad January too. We're only at 980 for January. I have one that was on Feb 1st & it's just barely over 200. We have 2 more scheduled for February...we'll see what happens. We're getting on the phones again today. All we keep hearing is nobody has money & too many friends out of work. UGH!!! I know it'll get better but we really wanted a strong start to the year.
 
I only had two Jan. shows and just got them both submitted. Total commissionalbe sales $1629.18 = 3258 points!!

I'm really excited because these two shows were the first two "out of my circle" and I got three bookings off of them. All of them for Feb. I have two more shows before double points end and one of those is a brand new "out of circle" group.
 

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What does "Hobbyist/Part-Time Version" mean in the context of Pampered Chef?

The "Hobbyist/Part-Time Version" refers to individuals who engage in direct sales with Pampered Chef primarily for supplemental income or personal enjoyment rather than as a full-time career. These consultants often sell products at their own pace, balancing their business with other commitments.

How can I set realistic sales goals for January as a part-time consultant?

To set realistic sales goals for January, consider your available time, previous sales data, and any upcoming events or promotions. Aim for a goal that challenges you but is still achievable based on your schedule. It may be helpful to break down your goals into weekly or bi-weekly targets to keep track of your progress.

What strategies can I use to boost my sales in January?

To boost your sales in January, consider hosting virtual cooking shows, offering promotions on popular products, and reaching out to your existing customer base with personalized follow-ups. Additionally, leveraging social media to showcase new recipes or products can attract new customers and generate interest.

How do I maintain motivation as a part-time consultant during slower months like January?

Maintaining motivation during slower months can be challenging. Set small, achievable goals to celebrate progress, connect with other consultants for support and inspiration, and remind yourself of your reasons for joining Pampered Chef. Engaging in training sessions or product knowledge can also reignite your passion for the business.

What resources are available for part-time consultants to improve their skills?

Pampered Chef offers various resources for part-time consultants, including training webinars, online courses, and a supportive community of fellow consultants. Additionally, you can find valuable information on the company’s website, social media groups, and through local team meetings to enhance your skills and knowledge.

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