Ahhh I Need Advice or Something!

[chefann]

Becky,View this as a positive. Here's a great chance for you to qualify in just one show! And I bet you'll become their go-to gal for PC items, just like DH is their go-to guy at the market.As far as them projecting a bad impression from you onto DH - don't worry about it! It sounds like they have a fantastic view of your husband already. Unless you tell them that DH thinks they're all idiots, why would your performance change that? If you're still nervous, tell them that it's your first live show and please overlook any mistakes. They're going to be there to have fun - not judge you.

 

[susanr613]

i am also relatively new and totally feel for you....this is a wonderful opportunity but pretty scary! i have found that the warm nutty caramel brownies are a big hit and involve the guests. it uses only our new consultant kit tools. its in the f/w season's best

i still say the following at my shows "I'm a new consultant...so that will be my excuse when i mess up here, and will amaze you when i get it right!" people always laugh!

if everyone already likes your husband, they will automatically like you, because they will associate you with someone who solves their problems.

HAVE FUN and let us know how it goes!

 

[Becky0216]

thanks. I didn't think of a trifle. I am trying out the turtle skillet cake tonight. I also want to try out a main dish tonight. I just don't know which one. I haven't done a show yet, so I am kinda scared to do an interactive one to start out with. What if no one wantes to help?

ALso, I am flying to FL with a hubby and 2 small kids, so not much time to practice.

 

[Becky0216]

does anyone alter the clubhouse chicken squares? like not add the dill or cucumber?

 

[JAE]

It couldn't hurt, especially if you don't like dill and cucumber. What I always tell hosts who forget ingredients or get the wrong ones is "no one knows what it's supposed to taste like, anyway!"

 

[chefann]

The cucumber tastes like the lettuce that's usually on a club sandwich. I don't think I've ever skipped it, but I have accidentally forgotten the dill mix and it's been fine.

 

[valerielinley]

I did this for my first showI was actually not as nervous as I'd expected, for my first show. I have made this recipe a dozen times, and it is super easy to get your guests involved. For me, once my guests get involved there are ZERO nerves. I used this outline too, so that I'd have a quick reference for all of the products I used.

HTH - let us know how it goes!!

 

[ChefBeckyD]

does anyone alter the clubhouse chicken squares? like not add the dill or cucumber?

I forgot the dill mix for my show last night - so I was trying to think of what I had in my kit that would have that same "bright" flavor. I ended up subbing the Greek Rub for it, and everyone RAVED about the CCS!!!

 

[janetupnorth]

I forgot the dill mix for my show last night - so I was trying to think of what I had in my kit that would have that same "bright" flavor. I ended up subbing the Greek Rub for it, and everyone RAVED about the CCS!!!

Ooh, new use - cool!

I made the Greek Cheese Torta last night to get a "springy" atmosphere to the show/food - everyone LOVED it!!!!!

This has got to be my new favorite appetizer!

We served it with the bread AND rosemary and olive oil triscuits on a large square platter...after seeing the platter and telling them it was being discontinued I sold 2...granted to the host and past host at 60% off, but still...

 

[wadesgirl]

I always forget the mayo! And I use our Italian Seasoning instead of Dill. I think the cucumbers make the recipe. And they can be picked off. It recommends to deseed the cucumber first, the seeds can cause gas which is the reason why some people don't eat cucumbers to begin with.

 

[wadesgirl]

I always forget the mayo! And I use our Italian Seasoning instead of Dill. I think the cucumbers make the recipe. And they can be picked off. It recommends to deseed the cucumber first, the seeds can cause gas which is the reason why some people don't eat cucumbers to begin with.

 

[kearstin]

Ok - don't panic - WE were all nervous our first shows!!

Practice at home - do a pretend show - for your DH, kids, even some stuffed animals - walk thru your show - over and over -

Make cheat sheets!

When I did my first show - I started like this:

Hi everyone, my name is Doreen and I will be your Pampered Chef consultant for the evening - this is my very first show so if I seem nervous, its because I am, If I talk fast, its because I do, so feel free to raise your hand and ask me to slow down or repeat myself.

You will be amazed how many people are super nice and understanding - especially at your first shows - Remember the saying - Your the Pampered Chef not the Perfect chef!!

Don't worry - you will be fine!!

Great advice!

It's understandable to be nervous - we were all nervous at our first shows too. But, like others have said, they're just normal people the same as you and I.

Good luck and let us know how it turns out!!

 

[Grandmarita]

I understand that doing your first show for family or friends is perhaps the norm, but they can also be the most challenging because they know you. So, perhaps you are safer with those who do not know you. There is something in the Bible about a Prophet not being listened to in his own circles.
You will do just fine if you have made the recipe several times with good results.

At my first few shows I asked them to make constructive suggestions on how I could improve my presentation. One nurse suggested that I wear food handling gloves when handling food. She also caught me putting one of my knives back in the protective cover without washing it - which could have caused bacteria to grow in the protective cover. Another time, my daughter caught me licking my finger - nasty thought now, but I have kept a damp microfiber towel handy to keep from doing that again. We all learn as we go. We will all be praying for your success. I had lots of prayer warriors when I started, for sure. Even now, I have prayer backup from my husband every time I do a show.

 

[wadesgirl]

I understand that doing your first show for family or friends is perhaps the norm, but they can also be the most challenging because they know you. So, perhaps you are safer with those who do not know you. There is something in the Bible about a Prophet not being listened to in his own circles.
You will do just fine if you have made the recipe several times with good results.

At my first few shows I asked them to make constructive suggestions on how I could improve my presentation. One nurse suggested that I wear food handling gloves when handling food. She also caught me putting one of my knives back in the protective cover without washing it - which could have caused bacteria to grow in the protective cover. Another time, my daughter caught me licking my finger - nasty thought now, but I have kept a damp microfiber towel handy to keep from doing that again. We all learn as we go. We will all be praying for your success. I had lots of prayer warriors when I started, for sure. Even now, I have prayer backup from my husband every time I do a show.

My sister is a nurse and when she bought the knives, she commented on running a swab on the covers after a month. I told her that it's alot better than her knife block sitting on her counter because they do come apart and you can wash them too. I had a host's daughter put my knife back in dirty once (how many times do I have to tell kids to not touch the knives?!). It's great that they do come apart.

 

[SLDOWDY1978]

WOW! I did not know that they came apart. I learn something new everyday!

 

[ahinchey]

For first time shows, I always suggest the chicken broccoli braid (everyone loves it!), or mini-pesto pizzas. I like to do a simple dessert like cookie kisses.
Don't worry about being nervous--- once you start talking, you'll nerves will fade away!

 

[wadesgirl]

The original post was from last year!

 

[pampchefsarah]

The original post was from last year!

Yeah, but I wasn't here then, and she didn't come back and tell us how it went.

Becky, what did you end up making, and was this the show that did over $2k??

 

[BlessedWifeMommy]

The original post was from last year!

LOL!!! That is so funny, it came back alive!