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Discussion Overview
This thread explores the experiences of participants regarding selling products from other direct sales companies alongside their Pampered Chef business. Participants share their personal situations and insights about potential restrictions and practices related to being affiliated with multiple companies.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
- Exploratory
Main Points Raised
- One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions selling Avon and Athena's Delight Coffee without mixing the three businesses.
- Another participant shares uncertainty about rules, recalling that someone mentioned restrictions for directors regarding selling for other companies.
- One participant notes that you cannot be a consultant for a company selling similar products to Pampered Chef.
- Another participant discusses their husband's new venture with Livinity, emphasizing that it does not compete with Pampered Chef.
- One participant states that until reaching the director level, selling other lines is permissible, but the director's agreement prohibits affiliation with other direct sales companies.
- Another participant mentions being a personal use Mary Kay consultant and recently signing up with Wildtree Herbs, expressing enjoyment of the products.
- One participant describes the need to choose between Pampered Chef and other direct sales companies upon becoming eligible for directorship.
- Another participant shares their experience of selling both Pampered Chef and Tupperware, noting they do not actively mix the two businesses.
- One participant mentions selling Maya Wrap baby slings, highlighting the flexibility of their business in relation to family life.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ regarding the rules about selling for other companies, with some participants asserting restrictions for directors while others share experiences of selling multiple lines without issues.
Contextual Notes
Participants share personal experiences and interpretations of company policies, reflecting a range of direct sales experiences and the challenges of managing multiple businesses.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants considering or currently involved in multiple direct sales companies may find the shared experiences relevant to their situations.
rennea
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kat29
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Okay, I heard this a while back ago. You can not be an consultant for a company that is selling the same thing as the company you are a consultant for already. So say you sell Sensaria Natural Bodycare, you can not be a consultant for a company that sells products along that line, like Avon or Mary Kay. I think it works the same way with Pampered Chef. Not totally sure. But that is what I've been told.
ShanaSmith
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tiffanypc05
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jenniferlynne
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I'm a personal use only Mary Kay consultant. I only order twice a year.
I also just signed up a couple months ago with Wildtree Herbs. Love the products, but haven't had any parties yet. Had several people tell me they were going to have one before I signed up, but then they didn't. Oh well. I'm still enjoying purchasing the products in bulk really cheap!!
I also just signed up a couple months ago with Wildtree Herbs. Love the products, but haven't had any parties yet. Had several people tell me they were going to have one before I signed up, but then they didn't. Oh well. I'm still enjoying purchasing the products in bulk really cheap!!
loreedfk
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BethCooks4U
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You can be a representative for any direct sales company but you can not sell anything at the same time that you are selling PC.
For instance you can not have a show and be the rep for PC and Tastefully Simple or Tupperware or your own crafts or do a booth with another product in your booth (unless you are sharing a booth with a consultant from that other company but then SHE is selling that and YOU are doing PC).
Once you are eligible to accept director you must decide and if you take the promotion you are not allowed to sell for another direct sell company.
Of course if you make crafts and sell them at fairs and such that would be okay - you just can't also be doing PC at the same fair. If I were to be selling crafts at a craft fair I would wear a PC shirt and have catalogs and a drawing available (just like one might do at a yard sale) so people know I am also with PC.
For instance you can not have a show and be the rep for PC and Tastefully Simple or Tupperware or your own crafts or do a booth with another product in your booth (unless you are sharing a booth with a consultant from that other company but then SHE is selling that and YOU are doing PC).
Once you are eligible to accept director you must decide and if you take the promotion you are not allowed to sell for another direct sell company.
Of course if you make crafts and sell them at fairs and such that would be okay - you just can't also be doing PC at the same fair. If I were to be selling crafts at a craft fair I would wear a PC shirt and have catalogs and a drawing available (just like one might do at a yard sale) so people know I am also with PC.
ItalianChef
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SummerG
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jmedeiros
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companiesI sell PC and Tupperware. I joined TW a few months before. I never mix the two... however, what do you think people put their leftovers in after cooking with PC tools? Tupperware!! I dont "actively" sell TW as I used to. Once i started with PC in Feb, i sorta put TW on the back burner! I just sell enough to stay active... just in case i need something!
They run a little different. PC you send in Entire amount of party, and with TW, you send in only what is owed and you pocket the commission. So its kinda nice to get your money once you sell. But waiting two weeks is not a big deal. Just nice to have some cash around!
They run a little different. PC you send in Entire amount of party, and with TW, you send in only what is owed and you pocket the commission. So its kinda nice to get your money once you sell. But waiting two weeks is not a big deal. Just nice to have some cash around!
Paige Dixon
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I sell Maya Wrap baby slings, but it's not an MLM company. Funny, my answering machine lists all my businesses, and alot of people who call mention that they need a baby sling because of the message. When my infant was still very little, I used to do my PC demos with him sleeping away in the sling. I love having a business that nobody can tell me what I can and can't do with my children!
When I was looking for a business to start (and ended the search with PC), I almost purchased a Gymboree Play and Music franchise. It would have been an $80,000-$100,000 investment. While looking through the franchise rules, I noticed that they state that my own children are not ever allowed on site. I phoned other owners- I targeted the ones who owned 8 or more franchises thinking they really knew how to multi-task, and they all told me that I'd never make it without a nanny for my kids. Does it make any sense to hire a nanny to raise my children while I go and play with everyone else's kids?
Anyway, it hasn't really worked out bringing my children with me (once the infant became unpredictable and didn't sleep through the whole show) but I love that I could if absolutely necessary. Not many jobs give moms that flexibility.
When I was looking for a business to start (and ended the search with PC), I almost purchased a Gymboree Play and Music franchise. It would have been an $80,000-$100,000 investment. While looking through the franchise rules, I noticed that they state that my own children are not ever allowed on site. I phoned other owners- I targeted the ones who owned 8 or more franchises thinking they really knew how to multi-task, and they all told me that I'd never make it without a nanny for my kids. Does it make any sense to hire a nanny to raise my children while I go and play with everyone else's kids?
Anyway, it hasn't really worked out bringing my children with me (once the infant became unpredictable and didn't sleep through the whole show) but I love that I could if absolutely necessary. Not many jobs give moms that flexibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do You Sell Anything Besides Pampered Chef?
No, as a Pampered Chef consultant, I exclusively sell Pampered Chef products. My focus is on providing customers with high-quality kitchen tools and cooking solutions that the brand offers.
Can I purchase other brands through you?
No, I do not sell other brands. My business is dedicated to promoting and selling Pampered Chef products, which I believe offer the best value and quality for home cooking.
Are there any other services you provide besides selling Pampered Chef?
While my primary role is to sell Pampered Chef products, I also offer cooking demonstrations, recipe ideas, and kitchen tips to help customers make the most of their purchases.
Can I find Pampered Chef products in stores?
No, Pampered Chef products are not available in retail stores. They can only be purchased through independent consultants like me or through the official Pampered Chef website.
What if I want to buy something else that’s not Pampered Chef?
If you're looking for products outside of Pampered Chef, I recommend checking local stores or online retailers that specialize in those items. My expertise and offerings are strictly limited to Pampered Chef products.
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