AJPratt
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Because of the Friendships That I Have Developed on This Board, I
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Discussion Overview
This thread centers around a participant, Laura, announcing her resignation from her directorship with Pampered Chef to pursue opportunities with another direct sales company. The discussion reflects on her decision, the friendships formed within the community, and the reactions of other participants.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
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Main Points Raised
- One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares her decision to resign from her directorship with Pampered Chef to join another direct sales company, citing better financial benefits.
- Another participant expresses admiration for Laura's courage in making such a significant change.
- Several users convey their support and well wishes for Laura's new endeavor, emphasizing the importance of doing what is right for her and her family.
- One participant mentions their own experience of resigning for similar reasons and reflects on the challenges faced during that transition.
- Some participants inquire about Laura's future involvement with Pampered Chef and express curiosity about the new company she is joining.
- Another participant humorously references a shared connection to a well-known figure in the direct sales community, highlighting the interconnectedness of the community.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ regarding the implications of Laura's decision, with some expressing surprise and concern while others show understanding and support. No clear consensus emerges on the overall sentiment towards her resignation.
Contextual Notes
The discussion reflects a close-knit community where personal experiences and transitions are shared openly, emphasizing the emotional connections formed among participants.
Who May Find This Useful
Participants within the consultant community who are navigating similar career transitions or are interested in the dynamics of direct sales may find this discussion relevant.
baychef
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Laura, I believe that your posts were written in good faith, friendship and respect. Also, great frustration and not understanding the agreement fully...which I bet we have all read a little more closely. I firmly believe that your posts were meant with no malice just clear frustration at the situation. I can see where you are coming from...right, wrong or a combination of both.
Although I am not glad you were let go, I think you have opened our eyes to looking a little more closely at our agreement. For some it may have further solidified our love for our PC business.
It is so obvious that you have successfully grown your business so I have no doubt that you will kick some good booty in your next venture.
As your emotions are running high, I believe other's emotions are also running high. Seems like you have taken some hits on here and hopefully, your chin is still up. Stay focused on your passion. That is what counts.
Although I am not glad you were let go, I think you have opened our eyes to looking a little more closely at our agreement. For some it may have further solidified our love for our PC business.
It is so obvious that you have successfully grown your business so I have no doubt that you will kick some good booty in your next venture.
As your emotions are running high, I believe other's emotions are also running high. Seems like you have taken some hits on here and hopefully, your chin is still up. Stay focused on your passion. That is what counts.
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Pampered Laura
Beth and Lisa, you do know we can have a disagreement about this and still be lighthearted and just discuss it, right? I don't think there's any need to gang up on me or try to make me feel small and like I'm doing something wrong on purpose or that I'm being decietful. That's kind of uncalled for. I am probably reading too much in to yalls posts, but I just wanted to put that out there just in case.
This really isnt the end of the world for me, so I hope yall arent getting all stressed out about this discussion or have hard feelings. At NO time have I been negative about the company even after all I now know in regards to things with other consultants & their situations with the home office. I have encouraged people to stay positive and have tried to steer away from negativity on this thread. So, yall can put your BS flags away, there's none here. I say what I feel and sometimes that gets me in trouble. That's just how I roll. I'm at peace, so I hope yall can be too.
This really isnt the end of the world for me, so I hope yall arent getting all stressed out about this discussion or have hard feelings. At NO time have I been negative about the company even after all I now know in regards to things with other consultants & their situations with the home office. I have encouraged people to stay positive and have tried to steer away from negativity on this thread. So, yall can put your BS flags away, there's none here. I say what I feel and sometimes that gets me in trouble. That's just how I roll. I'm at peace, so I hope yall can be too.
janetupnorth
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Since I'm so good at killing threads in the past...PLEASE let me try here.
'nough said on this topic!
We can go back and forth all day on policies and assuming things in this situation we don't know.
We can go back and forth trying to determine the intent of posts, or the meaning, or the possibly psychology behind them.
Laura - I don't think anyone is trying to make you feel small, there is nothing but well-wishes here. However, we do not need to hash and rehash this issue. There is encouragement to stay positive, yet there is the subtle pointing out of the "inconsistencies" or "hurts" that came up. You did great in PC, you will do great in your new venture.
So, let's let this die and move on to all our shows and sales and hosts and whatever with our business and move on to the other threads and build each other up.
So, 'nough said by me too! Good night all!
'nough said on this topic!
We can go back and forth all day on policies and assuming things in this situation we don't know.
We can go back and forth trying to determine the intent of posts, or the meaning, or the possibly psychology behind them.
Laura - I don't think anyone is trying to make you feel small, there is nothing but well-wishes here. However, we do not need to hash and rehash this issue. There is encouragement to stay positive, yet there is the subtle pointing out of the "inconsistencies" or "hurts" that came up. You did great in PC, you will do great in your new venture.
So, let's let this die and move on to all our shows and sales and hosts and whatever with our business and move on to the other threads and build each other up.
So, 'nough said by me too! Good night all!
ChefLisa
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No ganging up from this Cheffer, nor from Beth (we know that is not who she is). We have always been encouraged to write on this board what we are thinking. This thread was bothering me for quite some time. I finally felt the need to write what I was thinking and what I know.
Sorry Janet, I just had to post this one more thought.
Everyone have a great night's sleep!
Lisa
Sorry Janet, I just had to post this one more thought.
Everyone have a great night's sleep!
Lisa
katie0128
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GeorgiaPeach
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The Horse is DeadI'm involved in a major project elsewhere so I've done more lurking lately than posting. I've been following this thread and since I had TWO large cokes today (translation: TOO much caffeine!).....I'll add my two cents.
Everyone can read this thread and draw their own conclusions. I tend to agree with Baychef. We've said MANY times on here that CS should be a place where we are all free to share our opinions. I think both sides have been well represented.
I would suggest we stop beating this poor horse to death, wish Laura well (ha...no pun intended!
), and move on. The longer this goes on the emotions will just get higher and higher. It's over and what's done is done.
Everyone can read this thread and draw their own conclusions. I tend to agree with Baychef. We've said MANY times on here that CS should be a place where we are all free to share our opinions. I think both sides have been well represented.
I would suggest we stop beating this poor horse to death, wish Laura well (ha...no pun intended!
), and move on. The longer this goes on the emotions will just get higher and higher. It's over and what's done is done.
GeorgiaPeach
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Guess some great minds are thinking alike tonight
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Pampered Laura
ChefLisa said:
Janet: Believe me, if I could delete this whole thread, that'd be really super! LOL
Lisa: Yes, we've always been encouraged to write what we're thinking on this board. That's what I did.
I'm so sorry this thread was bothering you... and I thank you for caring so much. Unfortunately, what you know - and what I know - is not enough information to really explain what happened, because none of us know. It's all speculation until someone at the home office has answers in writing to me. Katie: How did you take that picture of me while I was at conference?
janetupnorth
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