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BethCooks4U said:Why do you feel it important to put the check number in? I have never needed that info. Just curious.
BlueMoon said:Maybe it's my demographic, lots and lots of older women (70's and up), but sometimes they ask me--"what check number did I give you?"....and if they are ordering for someone else, ship direct, I put it in the recipient's name for receipt and delivery purposes, then I have one more way to tie the check to the order when I am sorting it all out at home.
I'm sure I don't really need it, but until I'm more confident in my organization, I'll probably keep doing it.
lt1jane said:yes, a new laptop IS tax deductible. You can deduct the whole thing one year or amortize it (deduct it over several years) laptops are cheap, I would go with deducting the whole thing.
cmcchef said:I've only been doing this for 6+ months and the last 2 months I decided to try using my laptop. It has made my life so much easier! I hate having 1 more thing to carry, but I have had zero errors since making the switch. My biggest problem was always that guests never separated pantry items as indicated on the form, which are non-taxable where I am, and I wasn't catching it. So, I was constantly having to correct those after the fact. It's also saving me time since I'm not having to enter all the orders when I come home. And it's much easier for me to tell the host what her rewards are at that moment because P3 tells me. You have to decide that a laptop will really be worthwhile for you. I already had mine when I started so it was a decision to bring it, not to buy it.
cmcchef said:My biggest problem was always that guests never separated pantry items as indicated on the form, which are non-taxable where I am, and I wasn't catching it. So, I was constantly having to correct those after the fact. .
flyerscott1853 said:I was spending too much time copying over the info the customer had placed on their form.
lesliec said:Yes I take mine, and love it, wouldn't do it any other way.
The only thing I don't like about mine is that is doesn't have the 9-key, and I am not very good at typing numbers in the other way, although after 41 shows I am getting better.
When I bought my laptop this was my one requirement - the 9-key. I know it's in the keyboard of most laptops, too, but that's really hard to use for me. So I made sure mine had it!!lesliec said:Yes I take mine, and love it, wouldn't do it any other way.
The only thing I don't like about mine is that is doesn't have the 9-key, and I am not very good at typing numbers in the other way, although after 41 shows I am getting better.
alabama pc cons. said:I took my laptop to my show last week and LOVED it... It made things so much easier and faster... Then when the show closed, I just printed all the receipts on PP on the printable receipts and was done... I will be taking it from now on...
Yes, many Pampered Chef consultants choose to bring a laptop to their shows. It can be a useful tool for displaying product information, recipes, and host specials. However, it is not required and many consultants are successful without one.
It depends on your personal preference and the type of show you are hosting. If you have a lot of digital content to share or if you are doing a virtual show, a laptop can be very helpful. However, if you prefer to stick to traditional methods, it may not be necessary.
That is completely up to you. If you feel that a laptop would benefit your business and make your shows more successful, then it may be worth investing in a new one. However, if you are comfortable without one, there is no need to purchase a new laptop.
Yes, if you use your laptop primarily for Pampered Chef business purposes, you may be able to write it off as a business expense on your taxes. It is always best to consult with a tax professional for specific advice on deducting business expenses.
No need to apologize! We are here to help and answer any questions you may have. It's important to make informed decisions about your business, so don't hesitate to ask any and all questions you may have. That's what we're here for!