2011 Countdown to National Conference

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The National Conference (NC) is set to begin in 90 days, with attendees encouraged to prepare early by organizing travel and wardrobe. The dress code for official Pampered Chef functions is business casual, prohibiting denim and shorts, and attendees are advised to pack light layers due to varying indoor temperatures. Tax deductions for travel-related expenses are highlighted, and participants are urged to seek roommates to share costs. This discussion serves as a countdown and resource for first-time attendees, providing essential tips and fostering community engagement.

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  • Understanding of Pampered Chef's business casual dress code
  • Familiarity with tax deduction processes for business travel
  • Knowledge of travel planning and budgeting for conferences
  • Experience in networking and building connections at events
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  • Research Pampered Chef's official dress code guidelines for conferences
  • Learn about tax deductions related to business travel expenses
  • Explore travel options and accommodations for the National Conference
  • Investigate networking strategies for first-time conference attendees
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This discussion is beneficial for Pampered Chef consultants, first-time conference attendees, and anyone seeking to optimize their experience at the National Conference.

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Today is May 1. There are 67 days until the start of National Conference.You might want to slip a nightlight in your luggage. You can plug it into the outlet in the bathroom to help everyone find their way to the potty in the middle of the night. I do this whenever I travel. Now I rarely have to do the stubbed-toe dance in the middle of the night.
 
My roommate did that last year and I so appreciated that. Ya think after __years of travel I would know that??? Ha! NOT. Sometimes July seems so far away but 67 days is right around the corner!
Love these tips, Rae :love:
 
raebates said:
Today is May 1. There are 67 days until the start of National Conference.

You might want to slip a nightlight in your luggage. You can plug it into the outlet in the bathroom to help everyone find their way to the potty in the middle of the night. I do this whenever I travel. Now I rarely have to do the stubbed-toe dance in the middle of the night.
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THANKS RAE!!!
Here's an email from my team member, Tracy - it is such a great idea I had to share it -
"I thought of another good idea. Tag all chargers, etc. so that there is no confusion as to who they belong to. With the iphone and android so popular I'm sure we will all have the same. Take a label maker, type out your initials and attach.
We will all have camera chargers to, hair dryers, etc."
 
Nightlight idea is a great idea! Also, the tagging of cords. Thanks ladies!
 
I bring a candle to have in the room
 
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  • #96
PCJenni said:
I bring a candle to have in the room
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The basic principle here is good, but candles can really be dangerous. An LED lantern or flashlight is safer.
 
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Today is May 2. There are 66 days until the start of National Conference.One of the things we’ll get when we register at NC is a tote* of some kind. There will probably be an announcement soon about this year’s tote. I take the things I want to be sure to carry with me (paper, pens, and such) in a plastic bag. This way I can fold up the bag or toss it as soon as I get everything situated in my new tote. *At least, this is what they’ve done in the past. I’m assuming they’ll continue the tradition.
 
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Today is May 3. There are 65 days until the start of National Conference.Not taking along a bit of technology that will allow you to check your email? Go ahead and set up your email auto response today. A lot of email services let you set a start and end date for vacation responses. I usually set mine to start the day I leave and end a couple of days after I get back. That gives me a little time to get around to reading through all of the emails. I simply say that I’m off learning how to become an even better consultant and getting a sneak peek at the new products that will be out this fall. I leave my phone number so they can get to me if they have a PC emergency. If your email doesn’t allow you to set yours up ahead of time, you might want to set yourself a reminder to do this the day you leave.
 
raebates said:
Today is May 1. There are 67 days until the start of National Conference.

You might want to slip a nightlight in your luggage. You can plug it into the outlet in the bathroom to help everyone find their way to the potty in the middle of the night. I do this whenever I travel. Now I rarely have to do the stubbed-toe dance in the middle of the night.
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having traveled with young kids, I've always done this. It works great. I don't always remember to pack up my nightlight though- so don't take something you'll truly kick yourself for forgetting! :D
 
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Today is May 4. There are 64 days until National Conference.I want you to make me a promise. If you take a picture of me at NC you’ll make sure that you’re taking it from slightly above my eye line and not below it. People photograph better from this angle. With digital cameras it’s common for people to hold the camera down just under their own eye line or even under their own chin level. If you’ll hold it slightly above your eyes (or even better, a little above your head), your subjects will look better. People will love you for it. Start practicing now so it will be habit by the time you take pictures at NC. Speaking of cameras, be sure to clear your digital camera or get new storage for NC. It would be a shame for you to miss out on a great shot because your memory was full.
 
I don't know, your feet appear to be quite photogetic;) (did I spell that right?);!
 
I ordered my Chef Success button yesterday. Thanks Rae!
 
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  • #104
Today is May 6. There are 62 days until the start of National Conference.Bring along contact information for your shows in the few weeks after NC and postcard stamps. While you're in Chicago, pick up some postcards and send them to those hosts with a note that you're learning lots of great things to help make their shows a success. Think ahead tip: Buy extra postcards this year and put them away. Before your next NC trip, write, address, and stamp your postcards. That way you’ll just have to pop them in the mail once you arrive.
 
raebates said:
Today is May 6. There are 62 days until the start of National Conference.

Bring along contact information for your shows in the few weeks after NC and postcard stamps. While you're in Chicago, pick up some postcards and send them to those hosts with a note that you're learning lots of great things to help make their shows a success.

Think ahead tip: Buy extra postcards this year and put them away. Before your next NC trip, write, address, and stamp your postcards. That way you’ll just have to pop them in the mail once you arrive.
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Love this one! I have picked up adorable little packets of notecards for each of my team members who are attending and will include them in their goody bags so they can send notes, too :)
 
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Today is May 7. There are 61 days until the start of National Conference.Make plans to hit things hard when you get back from NC. You'll want to take advantage of that enthusiasm.My suggestion, though, is that you allow yourself one day (a full day, if possible) to rest and assimilate the information from NC. Go over your notes. Talk them over with a fellow consultant. Get the info into your head so that you can really benefit from the workshops you attend.
 
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  • #107
Today is May 7. There are 61 days until the start of National Conference.

Make plans to hit things hard when you get back from NC. You'll want to take advantage of that enthusiasm.

My suggestion, though, is that you allow yourself one day (a full day, if possible) to rest and assimilate the information from NC. Go over your notes. Talk them over with a fellow consultant. Get the info into your head so that you can really benefit from the workshops you attend.
 
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Today is May 8. There are 60 days until the start of National Conference.Don't forget to do a few extra shows in June to get extra spending money, and fill your July calendar around NC so your bank account won't suffer.
 
to try and save money, I go to restaurant.com and see what the local restaurant coupons are and get purchase them when they are on sale at 80 cents for $25 GC. I check out the local area to see what is around the hotel we are staying and then purchase one And then my friends and I go for dinner and helps cut costs.
 
wingsey1 said:
to try and save money, I go to restaurant.com and see what the local restaurant coupons are and get purchase them when they are on sale at 80 cents for $25 GC. I check out the local area to see what is around the hotel we are staying and then purchase one And then my friends and I go for dinner and helps cut costs.
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as a first-timer - any suggestions from the veterans on great places to try that won't break the bank?
 
You must go to Lou Malnati's pizza.....absolutley the best pizza wiht great service and plenty for your $$.
 
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We choose one night to order authentic Chicago-style pizza to the room. We order a movie and have a pajama party.
 
raebates said:
We choose one night to order authentic Chicago-style pizza to the room. We order a movie and have a pajama party.
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wahoo! what day and what room number??? lol.
 
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Oh, Kristina, if I told you I'd have to tell everyone, and I'm not sure they make a pizza big enough to feed us all. ;)
 
raebates said:
Oh, Kristina, if I told you I'd have to tell everyone, and I'm not sure they make a pizza big enough to feed us all. ;)
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hahahaha! they do if you come down here to san antonio, tx! check out big lou's pizza: http://biglouspizzaonline.com/
 
just ordered my Chef Success button! This is my first NC, so I'm nervous and excited about what I'm about to encounter! I love reading the tips from the 'veterans'
 
One year I went to a dinner theater play about the proabition days in Chicago. It was great. Check to see whats available.
 
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Today is May 10. There are 58 days until the start of National Conference.Very few hotel rooms have enough convenient electrical outlets. If you're staying 4 to a room, you may want to make sure at least one of you brings along an outlet strip. That way everyone can plug in their cell phone to charge for the night. Also, if the only outlet is under the desk, you'll only have to crawl under there twice (once to plug it in, and once to unplug it) instead of twice a day to plug in and unplug your cell phone.I know I said to do this if you're staying 4 to a room, but I do this even when I'm traveling alone. It really simplifies things. As a matter of fact, I have a small outlet strip that simply lives in my suitcase.
 
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Today is May 11. There are 57 days until the start of National Conference.Where is your suitcase? If you're like me, it's packed away in some deep, dark corner of your attic. You might want to think about getting it out sometime soon. I'll be airing mine out so it doesn't make my clothes smell like, well, a hot, stuffy attic. Yes, I know it seems a bit early, but it can take a while to air out a suitcase, and I'm going to be suggesting that you start packing about a month before NC.
 
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