Anyone Sending Out the Info Form Wave 1?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the sharing of information from the Pampered Chef conference, particularly regarding the practices and expectations surrounding the communication of details among consultants who attend different waves of the event. Participants express various viewpoints on whether it is appropriate to share information with those who cannot attend.

Discussion Character

  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions that in the past, someone from Wave 1 gathered email addresses to share information with those not attending the conference.
  • Another participant expresses willingness to be the recap person if they have access to a computer, indicating a desire to share information with Wave 1 members who couldn't attend.
  • Several participants emphasize that attending the conference is a perk and suggest that information should not be shared until all waves are completed, citing a request from the founder, Doris Christopher.
  • One participant shares their disappointment from receiving information early in the past, preferring to wait for the cluster meeting to hear the news.
  • Another participant acknowledges the financial barriers some face in attending the conference and suggests planning ahead for future events.
  • Some participants express concern about the distractions caused by texting during sessions and the impact it has on the experience of attendees.
  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, states they do not plan to share information with others, honoring the request not to spoil the experience for those attending later waves.
  • Another participant indicates that they would appreciate receiving updates via email, as they cannot attend the conference.
  • Some participants agree that while they understand the need for discretion, they feel comfortable receiving information if they request it.
  • One participant raises questions about the protocol for discussing information within clusters before the final wave concludes.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on whether it is appropriate to share information before all waves are completed. While some participants advocate for waiting to honor the experience of all attendees, others express a willingness to receive updates if they ask for them.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and opinions regarding the dynamics of information sharing within the consultant community, reflecting on the balance between respecting the conference experience and the desire for timely updates.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who are unable to attend the conference or those interested in the practices surrounding information sharing within the community may find this discussion relevant.

jkinak
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I may be to early with this one, but in the past someone in Wave 1 has gathered email addresses and sent out the info during Conference to those of us who aren't attending. Anyone got a list started yet?

Thanks!:chef:
 
If the hotel has a computer I can use, I can be the recap person. :) But if someone else is going w/ a laptop, they might be better for the job. I'd share the info w/ Wave 1 people who couldn't go.
 
If you want to know the info, you should go to conference. It is a perk of attending.Our founder, Doris Christopher, closes each wave of conference by asking us to keep the information to ourselves until the 3rd wave is over. I ask that you honor her request by not asking for it.
 
Are you asking for the info before the next wave or after all the waves are done?
 
DebbieJ said:
If you want to know the info, you should go to conference. It is a perk of attending.

Our founder, Doris Christopher, closes each wave of conference by asking us to keep the information to ourselves until the 3rd wave is over. I ask that you honor her request by not asking for it.
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I thought it would be okay to share w/ people from Wave 1 because doesn't everyone come home and share the news w/ their clusters? :confused: :angel:
 
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:(mmm...I don't want to get anyone in trouble, just thought I would ask since I can't attend.
 
there is usually someone who goes who will email the info to people who can't or won't go. wave 1 comes home and shares their news with their cluster mates. The biggest thing is that Doris doesn't want people from wave2 and 3 to not be surprised when they get the info. It's like someone telling you what your Christmas present is before you open it. So, whomever decides to send emails only sends to people who have asked and usually their is some type of "spoiler" comment so if you decide you don't want to know you won't read it. And, they tell you to bring stamps to send stuff to your hosts/guests.

Nothing can be posted hear though...it has to be emailed.

And, I too wouldn't mind getting updates. I can't go again this year...although I wish I could because I could use the time away from the stress here...lol
 
When Doris makes her request it does include clustermates. Everyone will get the info. Like Deb Said if you want the info before July 19th attend Conference.

Now before I get flogged, I know this is not possible for everyone. This will only be my 3rd Conf in 6 years. I have had to wait like everyone else. 1 year I did get an email from someone and was dissapointed I did. Would have been more fun to wait till my cluster meeting. Alot of people say they cannot attend due to $. I understand this more than you know! If you start planning now for next year you will not have to worry about it. Conference club will be available starting in August. You can have enough deductd from you check to cover all expenses. Dedicate 1 catalog show per mont to be your "conference show" proceded will go towards conf. expenses.

I think as a society we have become too acustomed to instant gratification. Does anyone remember the old ketchup comercial... "Anticipation....is making me wait..." Sometimes having to wait for something can make it better in the long run.

Also I heard last year at conference (from people who attended) that it was extremely annoying that durring general sessions so many people were texting the new info. It was very distracting and rude. Not to mention I bet it diminished their experience, and that they missed details.

Ok... Off my soapbox... :)
 
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I am in Wave 2 and don't plan on sharing my information with anyone (except my DD who won't tell) since it would be unfair to others. Since Doris asks us not to, I feel we should honor her request... After all, without her, there would never have been a Pampered Chef company!Off my soapbox now too!
 
Whether you share or not is up to you. I have no cluster because mine is too far away...even my hospitality cluster is a long drive and I can't always attend meetings...only made it to 1 since Christmas. So, if anyone doesn't mind sharing the news that I won't be able to get at a cluster meeting, please feel free to email me [email protected]. I do not share it with other consultants or customers till time to do so...I don't see other consultants and I wait to tell my customers closer to Fall selling season so they won't wait for their shows. But, having the info when other consultants have it gives me time to prepare myself and get organized for the new season.

If nobody wants to share that is not a problem. I just know that there has always been several who are willing to help us. We all say "the rules are" but there are many times when we aren't following the rules exactly...and conference dress is just one thing I can think of. Really, if they sell you mini cats to mail to your customers while you are at conference...they tell you to bring labels and stamps...then sharing with a fellow consultant is no different.
 
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I completely understand the need for not openly sharing the information prior to ALL the waves being completed. I am in Wave 3 and would want to avoid spoilers so I could be surprised IF I was going to Conf.

BUT, that being said, I cannot go to conference (due to a family wedding that weekend - so it was not my choice not to attend).

I don't really see a problem with someone emailing me the news if I asked. I think we all know not to discuss on here, with customers or others until we are supposed to. If I am asking for the email, it is my choice to have it spoiled to me. It is not like someone emailing those who ask is going to spoil it for others.

Our cluster meeting is set for the week after Wave 3, so I will know the new products from these boards way before our cluster meeting.

So, if anyone is collecting emails, please add me! [email protected]. I promise not to tell a soul! :)
 
It's not like I am going to "berate" anyone for doing this. I would just hope that people wait till after the sessions are done and are not texting durring. It would like someone talking on their cell phone durring a movie.

My personal belief (it's ok with me if your opinion differs, I will not think badly or differently about you) is that you should wait till the 19th when all info will be made public to all consultants.
 
etteluap70PC said:
It's not like I am going to "berate" anyone for doing this. I would just hope that people wait till after the sessions are done and are not texting durring. It would like someone talking on their cell phone durring a movie.

My personal belief (it's ok with me if your opinion differs, I will not think badly or differently about you) is that you should wait till the 19th when all info will be made public to all consultants.
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i agree!! I don't want others to spoil it for me (i am wave 2)!! I get that some people are not able to attend, which is okay, conference is optional, but that being said people can wait a couple extra days....:rolleyes:
 
So what is the protocol if you are in Wave 1? Is your Director allowed to hold a cluster meeting prior to the last day of Wave 3?

If you are in Wave 1 and someone in your cluster couldn't go, do you have to wait until after the 19th to even dicuss anything?

Shawnna said:
...Really, if they sell you mini cats to mail to your customers while you are at conference...they tell you to bring labels and stamps...then sharing with a fellow consultant is no different.
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And if eveyone has to wait until the end of Wave 3, why are you allowed/prompted to mail the mini's from conference? Why is it OK that a customer have the info before a consultant?

Just curious..
 
They just don't want people in wave 2 and 3 to know before they get to conference because it will spoil the surprise for them. They paid to attend conference and they are pumped up and excited about what might be in store for them. If we were to tell just anyone then it could spoil it for them. That's why it is important to keep it quiet. That is the onlyl reason I know of.
 
Shawnna said:
They just don't want people in wave 2 and 3 to know before they get to conference because it will spoil the surprise for them. They paid to attend conference and they are pumped up and excited about what might be in store for them. If we were to tell just anyone then it could spoil it for them. That's why it is important to keep it quiet. That is the onlyl reason I know of.
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Then I don't understand why the concern over sending emails to consultants who ask for the info since they are NOT going to conference and are not going to spill the beans to anyone who is. If I was going to conference I certainly wouldn't ask to be sent an email.
 
As soon as Conference three is over, all the information is out there!! The minute!! Emails are sent from home office while we are still in Chicago.
Just respect PC's wishes.
 
Here is another thought as to Why people not going to NC should wait... Why should someone who really does not work their biz and gets by on a show here and there to keep active be able to get all the same info at the same time as someone who is investing in their biz and working hard.

On the Sending mini's to our customers thing... Again, Those going to NC are investing in and working their biz. Their customers get the benefit of that.

(Again My opinions)
 
I may be reading this wrong but I am hurt that you can say because someone can not afford conference they are not working their biz. I work my biz very much so. And just because I can not afford to go, it is not fair to say it's because I am not working my biz. My DH has lost his job and I was also out of work for 6 months due to back injury. So while I understand not giving out the information because of Doris' request, to say it's because people are not working their biz is offensive!
 
Fluffy215 said:
I may be reading this wrong but I am hurt that you can say because someone can not afford conference they are not working their biz. I work my biz very much so. And just because I can not afford to go, it is not fair to say it's because I am not working my biz. My DH has lost his job and I was also out of work for 6 months due to back injury. So while I understand not giving out the information because of Doris' request, to say it's because people are not working their biz is offensive!
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I agree. I cannot go this year since my step-son is getting married during our wave. That has nothing to do with how serious I am about working my biz. There is no choice here. I must attend the wedding.
 
Fluffy215 said:
I may be reading this wrong but I am hurt that you can say because someone can not afford conference they are not working their biz. I work my biz very much so. And just because I can not afford to go, it is not fair to say it's because I am not working my biz. My DH has lost his job and I was also out of work for 6 months due to back injury. So while I understand not giving out the information because of Doris' request, to say it's because people are not working their biz is offensive!
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NO that is not what I am saying...
I was being general and referring to people who just do enough to squeek by. Who do not want PC as a career. Then there are those who whine that their biz goes nowhere. Who are constantly saying "help me, tell me how to fix it" then continue to not do anything, but want to be handed everything.

If you are truly working your biz to the level you desire then thet is awesome for you.

I have missed 3 conferences due to family comitments and lack of funds. It stunk to wait especially the years I was sloted to be wave 1. But I waited. I never felt bad or slighted that I had to wait it's just how it was. I am not a good waiter and it about made me nuts that my upline would not share before it was relaesed to all.

I guess I do not understand the big deal about waiting? Just as some of you probably don't get why I am so adamant that you should. In the long run does it really matter? Probably not... it's just how I feel.
 
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Botom line is Doris has asks us to not say anything till all conferences are over.

I for one will respect her wishes. Everyone else can do what they feel is right for them.

Although if someone is texting durring general sessions near me I will ask them to stop. It is rude and distracting!

I do not think any of you who have posted on this thread have done anything wrong, and I have no issues with your decisions. We all do what is best for ourselves and our families. If I have offended I am truly sorry. It was not my intention.
 
there are many reasons people can't go to conference...their jobs, family obligations, etc. don't feel bad cause you can't go. I've only been able to go r times in 10 years. all three times I had to get my wave changed to be able to go. the way your post was worded it sounded like a slam on those of us who can't go...u said it wasn't meant that way so ok I won't be offended. I think even most hobby consultants are serios about their business. Most are hanging on until life changes for them and they can work their business more. People see things differently and that's okay. People even see rules differently. I can tell you that I don't have a problem discussing these things with other consultants...if they ask...but I wouldn't share with my Mom, sisiter, or daughter because its suppose to be a secret till after wave 3. So who is right? Someone who share with fellow consultants or somone who shares with a family member or their best friend. Nobody is right or wrong because we all see it differently. That being said, lets not turn this thread into something bad. We tend to get offensive because we can only read words and its hard to determine someones tone and their full meaning. Have fun at conference.
 
You know what I LOVE about Pampered Chef.... my view of working my biz can be different than someone else's view of working their biz. My goal is 10 shows a month - yea Me! Someone else's goal could be 2 shows a month - Yea them! That is the beauty of "your own business"!

I am so excited about conference!! Bring on the fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :-)

*I know this had nothing to do with sending out updates, but thought it fit in here....
 
Yes...PC is a great business to be in because you can work as many hours as you want/can. Have a great time at conference.
 
chefcharity said:
You know what I LOVE about Pampered Chef.... my view of working my biz can be different than someone else's view of working their biz. My goal is 10 shows a month - yea Me! Someone else's goal could be 2 shows a month - Yea them! That is the beauty of "your own business"!

I am so excited about conference!! Bring on the fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :-)

*I know this had nothing to do with sending out updates, but thought it fit in here....
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I think it fit in perfectly!!
 
I agree with you Paulette:)
I've been to conference the past 4 years, and am so disappointed to end up not getting to go this year. So, now I can understand the feeling of wanting to know everything. But, I am not signing up for getting emails from anyone. It is a perk for going...those people are meant to find out first. How disappointed would you be if you went, then came home & went to your team meeting ready to share what you know, only to have those that didn't go---already know everything? Part of it too, is those that went get to come home all jazzed & share with their clusters. A long tradition is Doris coming out & asking you not to tell...how can you break a promise to her?
Time flies, and soon enough we'll all know everything. Lucky for me, my director is having our meeting the Monday after they get back.
 
lacychef said:
I agree with you Paulette:)
I've been to conference the past 4 years, and am so disappointed to end up not getting to go this year. So, now I can understand the feeling of wanting to know everything. But, I am not signing up for getting emails from anyone. It is a perk for going...those people are meant to find out first. How disappointed would you be if you went, then came home & went to your team meeting ready to share what you know, only to have those that didn't go---already know everything? Part of it too, is those that went get to come home all jazzed & share with their clusters. A long tradition is Doris coming out & asking you not to tell...how can you break a promise to her?
Time flies, and soon enough we'll all know everything. Lucky for me, my director is having our meeting the Monday after they get back.
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Thank you Lacy! You said everything I was trying to say only much more eloquently!
 
I can see everyone's point of view. It is a perk, but many don't have a supportive director to pass that information on to them so they rely on others to inform them...and some are just plain nosey :D (LOL, that was joke!....I am also one of the nosey ones :eek:). I can't go either this year, and unfortunately I'll be out of the country w/o email access so I won't get the updates even if I asked for them...unless I can sneak away to an internet cafe :rolleyes:. I'll be one of the last to know what's what this year - LOL!
 
Linda where you going to be???? LoL I am one of those nosey ones too LoL
 
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