andNot the Pirate Kind. I Need a Kick in the Booty (Intentional

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around participants sharing their experiences with procrastination and the challenges of taking action in their Pampered Chef businesses. The conversation includes humorous references to "eating frogs" as a metaphor for tackling difficult tasks and personal anecdotes about overcoming hesitation in reaching out to potential customers.

Discussion Character

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  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses frustration with procrastination, noting that they are more committed to others than to their own business efforts.
  • Another participant humorously questions the metaphor of "eating frogs" and offers a virtual kick as encouragement.
  • Several participants reflect on the idea of being a "Future Director of Sales & Training" and the importance of taking proactive steps to achieve that goal.
  • One participant shares their personal strategy of actively approaching people about their business rather than waiting for others to initiate the conversation.
  • Another participant emphasizes the need for intentionality in their actions, stating that they can no longer let the brand speak for them.
  • One participant humorously acknowledges their past procrastination while expressing a desire to change their approach.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best methods to overcome procrastination, with some participants sharing personal strategies while others express similar struggles without a clear consensus on a single approach.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects a shared experience among participants regarding the challenges of maintaining motivation and taking action in their business endeavors.

Who May Find This Useful

Participants within the consultant community who are looking for relatable experiences and insights on overcoming procrastination in their business practices may find this discussion relevant.

erinyourpclady
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and not the pirate kind. I need a kick in the booty (intentional pun!).
I am the BIGGEST procrastinator...and although I have great, awesome and fabulous intentions, I drop the ball. But here is the thing...I only drop the ball when it comes to me. No one else gets dropped or less then 100%. I absolutely NEED to be that way with my business but I continually falter. Although I can keep a regular show schedule..I KNOW that my schedule will only increase and my recruiting will surely follow if I can find a system that works.
The think that kills me most is that I am a people person and I am not at all afraid of calling people but I just put it off and put it off. I need to eat my frogs! Someone make me eat my frogs!!!
 
Frogs? What's with eating frogs?I know they taste like chicken!...Sending you a virtual kick, if that helps.
 
Well, your signature says it all...STILL a Future Director of Sales & Training.Don't you want that to say DIRECTOR?You will only get there by picking up that phone so DO IT!!!!
 
hey - you are talking about me!

btw, I thought you were a blonde?
 
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myinnerchef said:
Frogs? What's with eating frogs?

I know they taste like chicken!

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Sending you a virtual kick, if that helps.
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It does...the thing about the frog...if the worst thing you had to do everyday was eat a frog...wouldn't you jsut eat it and get it over with a fast as you could? There is a book out there......it is a great book. So I need to make my business and therefore my calls my frog....clear as mud?
 
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janetupnorth said:
Well, your signature says it all...STILL a Future Director of Sales & Training.

Don't you want that to say DIRECTOR?

You will only get there by picking up that phone so DO IT!!!!
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it says still be because I COULDN't quit! LOL!!
 
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pamperedlinda said:
hey - you are talking about me!

btw, I thought you were a blonde?
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Yeah I was..now I'm not! LOL!! Nope...all that was me. I am not by nature a fearful person but I just can't get it!
 
erinyourpclady said:
and not the pirate kind. I need a kick in the booty (intentional pun!).
I am the BIGGEST procrastinator...and although I have great, awesome and fabulous intentions, I drop the ball. But here is the thing...I only drop the ball when it comes to me. No one else gets dropped or less then 100%. I absolutely NEED to be that way with my business but I continually falter. Although I can keep a regular show schedule..I KNOW that my schedule will only increase and my recruiting will surely follow if I can find a system that works.
The think that kills me most is that I am a people person and I am not at all afraid of calling people but I just put it off and put it off. I need to eat my frogs! Someone make me eat my frogs!!!
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honey, you are talkin' my language!

Here is what I am trying as of today:
I am stepping outside of my comfort zone on this BIG TIME, but I am approaching people about my business rather than waiting until they notice or bring PC up themselves. Example-In the past, I wear my PC logo shirt, and no one says a word when they obviously can see what I do! Today, I took my PC bag with the clear front for catalogs with me everywhere and rather than wait for the girl at the orthodontist to say something, I plopped that bag up there on the counter and said "have you ever heard of PC?" When she said "yes" I said "would you like a catalog?" Of course she took one and then I explained that she could pass it around the office and wind up with a catalog show!
INTENTIONAL is my new mantra! The time has come when I can no longer let PC do the talking...it has to be me talking for PC!
 
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So I am logging off now to get some work done. I will report back my progress AFTER my work is done and kids are home from school. I WILL not check back in...I will not check back in...I will not check back in....
 

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"andNot the Pirate Kind. I Need a Kick in the Booty (Intentional)" is a motivational book that focuses on personal growth and empowerment. It encourages readers to take intentional actions towards their goals and overcome obstacles that may be holding them back.

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