Can a part-time job help stabilize my PC business?

  • Context: Personal 
  • Thread starter Thread starter AJPratt
  • Start date Start date
Click For Summary

Discussion Overview

This thread explores the experiences and thoughts of participants regarding the potential benefits of taking a part-time job to support their Pampered Chef (PC) business. Participants share personal anecdotes about balancing work and their PC commitments, as well as the emotional aspects of seeking additional income.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, discusses the need for a steady income to alleviate financial stress while growing their PC business.
  • Another participant expresses support, suggesting that having set days off could help manage both a part-time job and PC shows.
  • Several users mention their own experiences with part-time work and the flexibility it can provide, with one noting the importance of planning work days around PC commitments.
  • One participant shares their apprehension about leaving their child for work but acknowledges the necessity of contributing to household finances.
  • Another participant reflects on their own challenges with childcare and the logistics of balancing work and family responsibilities.
  • One participant recounts their experience with a job offer that restricted them from working multiple retail positions, questioning the fairness of such policies.
  • Several participants express camaraderie and encouragement, wishing the original poster good luck with their job search.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the feasibility and implications of taking a part-time job while managing a PC business. While some participants express support for the idea, others raise concerns about the challenges involved, indicating no clear consensus emerges.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to balancing part-time work with their PC businesses, highlighting the emotional and logistical challenges they face. The discussion reflects a range of perspectives on managing work-life balance.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering part-time employment to support their PC business may find the shared experiences and insights relevant to their own situations.

  • Thread starter
  • #31
Yikes, John!

Well, I went in today and talked to Avenue. The DM is checking on me with the HO records. I guess to make sure I wasn't stealing or something. So, hopefully, I will be starting soon!
 
  • Thread starter
  • #32
Well, I start on Monday at Avenue! Its only 12 hours, but I know it will increase!
 
Yeah Anne!!
 
Congrats Anne!

Side note: The reason most dept stores won't allow you to work 2 retail jobs is the conflict. They feel like you can't be selling their items if you are recommending something from another store where you work. Silly, since anyone who is good in retail makes suggestions all the time if their store doesn't have what the customer wants. It's called good customer service.
 
Good luck Anne!
 
Aunticooks said:
Congrats Anne!

Side note: The reason most dept stores won't allow you to work 2 retail jobs is the conflict. They feel like you can't be selling their items if you are recommending something from another store where you work. Silly, since anyone who is good in retail makes suggestions all the time if their store doesn't have what the customer wants. It's called good customer service.
Click to expand...

Really Don't they remember the movie "Miracle on 34th St" That is what Kris Kringle did in the movie... LOL:o
 
Andrea, I was thinking the same thing! One of the best parts of the movie.
 
ANNE YEAH!!! I hope it went very well fro you. It must have as you have not posted that you quit!!Side note: When a man is in your midst that has no sexual inclination toward you, you will tell them anything! I know things I never wanted to know about women!
 
  • Thread starter
  • #40
John: LOL I started on Monday and had a good day. Lots coming back to me. They had just hired an asst mgr just before Pat (the store mgr) knew I was looking. Well, as I am walking in on Mon, the newest asst is walking out. She quit. There is a new DM Pat is meeting on Fri and I am sure she will take the opp to mention me. So, I could be an asst mgr, which is $3-$4 more an hour and a min of 30 hours weekly. We shall see!
 
WOW! Timing IS everything! I have everything crossed including a few I shouldn't so you better let us know!!!
 
  • Thread starter
  • #42
It would be great if it worked out!
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar Pampered Chef Threads

Possible Job/Promotion for Dh!!!
  • pchefinski
    • Pampered Chef Finances
Replies
5
Views
1K
jrstephens
Maximizing Your PC Business: Tips for Success and Promotion
  • Ann
    • General Pampered Chef Chat
Replies
6
Views
6K
Stephanie78
Will a traditional job affect my Pampered Chef business?
  • krzymomof4
    • General Pampered Chef Chat
Replies
10
Views
2K
cvaccaro
Can I print my expenses from P3 and deduct them on my taxes with PC?
  • NewtoMom
    • Pampered Chef Finances
Replies
2
Views
2K
Admin Greg
Did My Hubby Just Get Double the Bonus from His Company?
  • Gina M
    • Pampered Chef Finances
Replies
7
Views
2K
Pampered_Ashley84
Is a job selling insurance the right path for me?
  • pampered1224
    • Pampered Chef Finances
Replies
7
Views
2K
pampered1224
Personal Can I Turn My PC Consulting Side Hustle into a Full-Time Income?
  • Michelle Nab
    • Business, Marketing and Customer Service
Replies
2
Views
1K
Michelle Nab
Are there free apps for my Apple devices that can help me save money?
  • tiggerhale
    • Pampered Chef Finances
Replies
2
Views
1K
Admin Greg
How Can Patience Help in Saving Money?
  • kam
    • Pampered Chef Finances
Replies
2
Views
1K
Admin Greg
So....quit My Other Part-Time Job Yesterday
  • thehaleykitchen
    • General Pampered Chef Chat
Replies
2
Views
1K
Admin Greg
Back
Top