Busy Month: Tracking My Progress

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around participants sharing their experiences and progress in managing a busy month of shows and sales within the Pampered Chef community. Many participants provide updates on their current sales figures, the number of shows they have completed or scheduled, and their goals for the month.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, reports having completed 4 shows and 1 catalog show, with a total of $1200 submitted and expectations to reach Level 3.
  • Another participant shares their experience of having 2 shows pending closure, with sales figures of $520 and $300, and 7 additional shows scheduled.
  • Several users mention that they have multiple shows scheduled but many have not yet closed, expressing hopes for higher sales by the end of the month.
  • One participant notes they are at $1700 with 3 more shows and 4 catalog shows still to go, while another mentions achieving $2800 with ongoing sales.
  • Another participant expresses feelings of discouragement due to cancellations and changes to catalog shows, while still aiming for Level 2 sales.
  • Several participants discuss their goals, with some aiming for $1500 or $3000 in sales, while others are focused on achieving personal milestones.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ significantly among participants regarding their progress and experiences with shows, with no clear consensus on overall success or challenges faced.

Contextual Notes

Participants are sharing personal experiences related to their sales efforts during a particularly busy month, reflecting a range of outcomes and emotional responses to their situations.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to Pampered Chef consultants looking for peer experiences related to managing busy schedules and sales tracking during peak months.

wadesgirl
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I thought I would see where everyone else is at since there is a lot of us that have a very busy show schedule this month!

I have had 4 shows and 1 catalog show so far. Submitted $1200, waiting to submit about a $1000 from this weekend so I'm well on my way to earning Level 3 already. I still have 6 shows and 2 catalogs shows so we'll see what happens.
 
I have done 2 shows and they still need to close 1 is at 520 and the other one is at 300 but I still have 7 shows and 1 fundraiser.
 
I have 6 and NONE have closed yet. So I will get back to you at the end I guess. :)
 
So far I have done 4 of my nine shows...none of them are closed yet! 1 is at $607, 1 is at $340, 1 is at $259 and the other one is at $555. They all wanted to keep them open over the weekend (I did all of these show this week). If I can get all of these shows to the next level I will be at $2000 in sales for November. I have 5 more shows and 1 catty left to go...I would love to book a few more catty's but so far this has not happened. Good Luck everyone!!
 
I'm at $1700 - 3 more shows to do and 4 catalog shows going on too. Trying to book a few more.
 
I have 6 cooking and 2 catalog shows scheduled. Have already closed 1 each at over $500 each, and am looking forward to another $400 Tuesday, so I'm for sure at $1,500. I will most likely hit 3k, like I did over the summer.
 
I've done 4 shows. I'm at $2800-ish & growing.
 
I have 9 shows total this month.
2 shows have already been sumbitted totaling $754.45
About to submit 1 show at $612.27
3 shows in progress are up to 760.80
Have 3 more shows coming up​

Right now, I'm looking at $2127.52 for the month, but since 3 of the 9 shows haven't started & 3 of the 9 are not yet finished, I'm really hoping to hit at least $4,000 this month ... maybe even $5,000. The last one is on the 23rd, so I feel pretty confident that they will all close by the end of the month.

I'm still a newbie, so for someone who just occasionally gets into the $750 per month commission, that's REALLY good for me!!
 
I am at $1692.00 so far and I have 8 more shows to go. :)
 
I have closed one fair at $233, have another this coming weekend. 3 catalog shows, one is at $600. 5 shows starting this week Thursday.
 
Started the month with 6 shows.

Nov. 1 host wants to reschedule ... lots going on at work.
Nov. 9 host flaked out on me.
Nov. 8 host had nobody show up ... I cooked anyway just to practice the recipes, and we are turning it into a book party, most of which will be my doing. It will barely qualify.

That said ... I have 3 shows left:
* Nov. 14 (Friday)
* Nov. 16 (Sunday)
and
* Nov. 24 (Monday.)

I am hoping to get Level 1 at least ...
 
I had 3 shows last week. Submitted a $450 show today, 1 show is still open, another will close Tuesday...just the two is over $1k. I have a show Tuesday with 8 confirmed guests and booked another for this Saturday after a brief encounter at Costco with an old friend tonight...lol...Another show on Sunday..Followed by one Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday...--Will add more as they come!! YAY for a TURKEY Day and a much needed BREAK!!!!!

1 holiday open house and 1 show booked for December!

I am commited to host coaching in PERSON and mailing the invites for ALL of my hosts!!!!
 
i am at $708.25 with one show this week. i am also holding a blsck friday sale, i my goal is to make level one. it might be close, but i'm trying!
 
I have 2 catalog shows going right now and 5 parties lined up for later in the month. So far I'm sitting at $0 though :( but I have high hopes! This is my qualifying month also, so I'm wanting to get the $1250 in sales this month for the double PC dollars! I'm going to own the whole forged cutlery set by the end of the year if it kills me! LOL
 
Gearing up for a show tonight...It is so good to hear the positive things happening for individual businesses here. Keep the updates coming! 7 more shows this month and still booking. Made contact with auto insurance agent and she wants a SHOW! Made a contact with my catalog tote this morning at Office Depot and she wants a SHOW! ROCK ON with PC!
 
I've hit the $1500 so far with 6 more cooking shows and 1 catalog show still to do and turn in. I have 2 shows from the weekend that are still opened. I am shooting for the $6k level, but my sales have been a little low for me. I usually have sales between $600 and $800 and many of my shows I've left and the sales are only at $200. It has been a tough one, but I'm not giving up!! At the beginning of this month I needed 7500 points for Miami!! And by God (because it is on his strength and mercy I'll get there) I will achieve it. I have 5 shows scheduled for December with a 4 more potential parties.
 
love to hear all the good things! i already have an update, my orth receptionst told me she will be submitting a catalog show on friday! i guess we will see how that works out!
 
I've actually done 3 shows, none submitted, and right now totals are just under $1000.00. I have 3 catalog shows going on and closing by next Tues.

This week MUST be cursed for me :mad: as I've had 3 shows call me and change to catalog shows, work commitment, no one coming, and I just got new job were my excuses. I was so PO'd because I buy the food for my shows and they reimburse me, and I just bought food for 2 of them and now I'm stuck with it, ugh!! I mailed out invites for each of these and now they've got to make the calls.

I've got a fundraiser being turned in next week with in idea how sales are going. I've got 2 more shows this weekend and 3 shows next weekend, unless more bail before then :yuck:.

I was aiming for Level 3, as I had 13 shows originally on my calendar, but now I'm just hoping and praying for Level 2 sellathon.

I'm getting discouraged, but I know this too shall pass.

Lisa
 
Update.. up to $1k and 5 more to go!
 
Lisa/ChefBear said:
I've actually done 3 shows, none submitted, and right now totals are just under $1000.00. I have 3 catalog shows going on and closing by next Tues.

This week MUST be cursed for me :mad: as I've had 3 shows call me and change to catalog shows, work commitment, no one coming, and I just got new job were my excuses. I was so PO'd because I buy the food for my shows and they reimburse me, and I just bought food for 2 of them and now I'm stuck with it, ugh!! I mailed out invites for each of these and now they've got to make the calls.

I've got a fundraiser being turned in next week with in idea how sales are going. I've got 2 more shows this weekend and 3 shows next weekend, unless more bail before then :yuck:.

I was aiming for Level 3, as I had 13 shows originally on my calendar, but now I'm just hoping and praying for Level 2 sellathon.

I'm getting discouraged, but I know this too shall pass.

Lisa
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Lisa, you can still have a party! The guests have been invited and the food bought! If you have to call them all anyway tell them the venue has been changed and have the party at your house!! Have the host collect at least $150 in additonal orders so she can be counted as the host (that would be my stipulation). Don't give up the show because of a lazy host!! You still have a party.
 
Chef Kearns, i like that idea! if i ever have that problem, i might have to use it!
 
THe hostess was calling the people, not me. I've had lots of hostesses NOT giving me phone #s.

They cancelled and they call, not me.

Wish I could have the shows, but no such luck.

Lisa
 
I am currently at 1600 and have about $400 in orders still coming in. also have 2 shows for the month still. I really want that 3k mark and I am determined to get it!!!!
 
I am currently hoping for the "submit two shows." I would LOVE the $1500 level but unless some things pan out, I don't think it will happen. You never know though. I have two catty shows and POSIBBLY one cooking show if I could get the host on the phone. I need about $1100 more in sales.
 
I am hoping to get to both the $1500 mark and the submit two shows. I have 2 catty shows going on...one is a mystery host catty show, so I'm hoping that goes higher than $1000. I had a promising cooking show, but the host had to cancel b/c of family issues. She rescheduled for January, along with a bridal shower she and her friend want to host, just in time for double points!! :D

I just "restarted this month" to get in some commission before the baby comes and to get my January full, so I'm hoping to get to the $1500 mark, but if not, then submit two shows. Something free is better than nothing, right? :)
 
Closed one catalog show $274.27
Closed one cooking $426.32
Had two online orders $71.77
Had a cooking show turn into a catalog show because lack of guests...picking up orders this weekend
Still have a cooking show on the 21st and one catalog show.
 
:::grumble grumble grumble::::
I know I am over $5000 but until they update the IPT I can't *see* it and that drives me CRAZY!
 
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dannyzmom said:
:::grumble grumble grumble::::
I know I am over $5000 but until they update the IPT I can't *see* it and that drives me CRAZY!
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Don't you hate that! At the end of the last SAT, they didn't update the IPT for a while and I was sitting there on pins and needles hoping I was calculating my total correctly for the $3000 level!
 
dannyzmom said:
:::grumble grumble grumble::::
I know I am over $5000 but until they update the IPT I can't *see* it and that drives me CRAZY!
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How many shows have you done? I am meeting with hosts and mailing invites and my average is lower than ever. I lost my full time job a couple of weeks ago and it seems like quite the viscious cycle around here. I have the bookings and I am fighting tooth and nail for them to keep but fewer people are showing up and definitely spending far less!

8 more shows for the month...Looking for the gems! :sing:
 
I've done 3 shows so far - still haven't submitted the 3rd. The first one was a fundraiser of $3500 - that gave me the big boost. I have three more shows and a Bridal Shower this month and am desperate for December bookings.
 
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