Can We Talk About Team Recognition?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around team recognition practices among Pampered Chef consultants, with participants sharing their experiences and thoughts on how to effectively recognize team members without incurring excessive costs. Various recognition strategies and the appropriateness of different levels of rewards are discussed.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions that they give away about $75 worth of tools and supplies each month but is considering revamping their recognition plan due to team members feeling underappreciated.
  • Another participant expresses the view that those who do not perform should not receive recognition, suggesting a more merit-based approach.
  • Several users note that $75 seems like a generous amount for giveaways, with one participant stating that their directors have never given away that much at meetings.
  • One participant shares their recognition strategy, which includes low-cost items for on-time drawings and guest drawings, as well as recognition for sales milestones and first-time promotions.
  • Another participant describes their incentive program, detailing various levels of rewards based on performance metrics, including Visa gift cards for achieving certain sales points.
  • One participant admits to not having a structured recognition plan and reflects on past practices of giving certificates with stats, indicating a desire to return to that approach.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the appropriateness and amount of recognition given, with some participants feeling that the current levels of recognition are sufficient while others believe that more should be done to acknowledge team efforts.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and practices among consultants, highlighting the diversity of approaches to team recognition within the community.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights into different recognition strategies and those interested in understanding how peers manage team motivation and appreciation.

dannyzmom said:
So, it's the 21st and my entire team has submitted less than $2000. And they want MORE recognition? For what, pray tell, should I be recognizing them???
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Breathing. :mad:
 
They need to step up to the plate before they ask for anything. Frustrating...especially when the host special is so good. I also was expecting for some of my strugglers to jump with it.
 
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Jolie_paradoxe said:
They need to step up to the plate before they ask for anything. Frustrating...especially when the host special is so good. I also was expecting for some of my strugglers to jump with it.
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It just blows my mind that one of the people complaining about my lack of generosity has been handed 5 shows by me in the last year...with FIVE shows (shows I've already host coached for...literally handed her the show the day before) handed to you requiring NO work other than to do the demo and FOLLOW UP with the customers...you'd think she'd have a decent business built up by now.
 
dannyzmom said:
It just blows my mind that one of the people complaining about my lack of generosity has been handed 5 shows by me in the last year...with FIVE shows (shows I've already host coached for...literally handed her the show the day before) handed to you requiring NO work other than to do the demo and FOLLOW UP with the customers...you'd think she'd have a decent business built up by now.
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Oh geez....don't get me started!!! 5 shows and she still wants more!!!!???!!!!:bugeye: She should be thankful and completely loyal to you for being so generous! You are so right...with the leads from those shows, her biz should be at a better spot. However, since she didn't work for it she didn't work it. UGH.

Let her whine....when she points out and asks for more...tell her, me too....I want more from you too! Sorry...being mean, but that's just too much.

I wouldn't give her any more shows...she's losing business, she isn't investing into her biz. She needs to appreciate you more, and I'm sorry she isn't. Unbelievable!
 
Carolyn,

I came across this and thought of you.

People that pay for things never complain. It's the guy you give something to that you can't please. ~Will Rogers

;)
 
I totally agree Laurie! The ones who work for success have pride in earning it. The ones who are given handouts often have the "you have it, you should share" mentality. :(
 
Yup yup...exactly. I hate when people have a sense of entitlement. If they put some of that energy towards their biz...imagine the possibilities! But they get too much enjoyment whining and complaining, so they continue. I just refuse to add to their pleasure by adding a comment or listening too long. Blegh.
 
And THAT's why I like you girl! Get 'em!!! LOL
 
Jolie_paradoxe said:
Carolyn,

I came across this and thought of you.

People that pay for things never complain. It's the guy you give something to that you can't please. ~Will Rogers

;)
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Wow have I seen this! But I have paid for things before and complained. It is a family trait that is in my gene pool!:blushing:
 
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