Consultant Success Survey: Comparing Recent Recruits vs. Previous Hires

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the experiences of Pampered Chef consultants regarding the success of their recent recruits compared to those from previous years. Participants share their observations about recruitment trends, qualification rates, and the challenges faced in maintaining team engagement.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, notes that their recent recruits are not as successful as previous ones.
  • Another participant shares their experience of recruiting fewer consultants in the last two years, with similar qualification rates but higher dropout rates.
  • Several users mention that their recruits are struggling more than in the past year.
  • One participant expresses frustration with the new website affecting their attitude and recruitment efforts.
  • Another participant discusses the challenges of engaging a geographically dispersed team and the lack of participation in meetings.
  • One participant reflects on the decline of the lead system, which has impacted their recruitment and sales efforts.
  • Several participants express a feeling of lack of support from the home office and dissatisfaction with the current promotional rates within the company.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ among participants regarding the success of recent recruits, with some indicating a decline in performance while others express mixed experiences. No clear consensus emerges on the overall effectiveness of recent recruitment efforts.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to recruitment and team management, reflecting on changes in their business focus and external factors influencing their success.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in understanding the varied experiences of their peers regarding recruitment and team dynamics may find this discussion relevant.

DebPC
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Of the consultants that you have recruited in the last 2 years on average.
Would you say they are:

A) More successfull

B) As Successfull

C) Not as Successfull

.... as your previous recruits.
 
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C for me too.
 
I would love to hear if you have recruited more or less in the last 2-3 years and if they have more or less have qualified in their 90 days and are they staying shorter or longer?
 
I am not sure how I would answer the first question because 2 years ago I had a different focus with my business:)
 
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I've recruited less in the last 2 years, the rate of qualification was about the same but they quit sooner after. Good questions.
 
I have recruited consistantly, although this year is done by my own choosing.. wasn't going to recruit when the whole new web sitution was in full swing.. qualifying less of them though. More cancel their grand opening then ever before.
 
C: my recruits aren't doing much, but my personal sales are exceeding last year.
 
C for me as well. My leadership skills have been terrible lately. Ashamed to admit it, but I will be honest.

One disappointed me. I gave her the show I did for her for signing up. Then I gave her the 5 bookings. She did one that I was there for and has not done another thing. She has a lot on her plate in her personal life, but she has made no attempt to put in anything since those 2 parties. She will probably not submit anything this month because she has morning sickness pretty bad for her 6th child. Such a sweet person and I know people would do parties but she has to want to do them too.
 
C for me--second year in a row I will have more than enough points for level 2 trip but not enough recruiting points...very discouraging. Too many kitnappers.
 
And the new web just totally ticked me off...which didnn't help my attitude this year at all.
 
Just reading through old files and threads. This one peaked my interest again.

I have about 13 on my team (one will be dropped next month). They live anywhere from 100 miles south, 75 miles north, 65 miles east of me. Very few are local and those that are local either can not or will not attend a meeting.

Was thinking about doing a u-tube video that they all can watch at their own convenience. I have a downline director that does Skype meetings but not everyone will log onto that because of the time of day.

Would prefer face to face or Skype for participation but have tried even conference calls with no success.

Does anyone know of anyone who does this or have any other ideas how I can try to motivate some my team members to participate...in something? And you guessed it, the longer they don't participate, the faster they drop off like flies.

I am barely making Director each month. Also thinking about sending out a physical letter either every other week or once a month like I used to.
 
C for me I am finding my recruits are struggling a whole lot in the last year.
 
I used to get at least 2 sometimes 3 recruits each year from the lead system which is now non existent, That has hurt me for shows, sales and recruiting. But the last 2 years of those that sign which is way down it is harder to push them to qualify then most quit. 31 is hurting my business because everyone is having these shows to help friends starting so they don't want to have another. I have 7 acquaintances selling 31 that just started. I hope this fad passes as quickly as scrap booking and stamps did.
 
Yes the "lead system" or complete lack there of is a bummer. I used to get 4 or 5 a year, although my numbers are still consistent. Means I am working harder for less. I feel a complete lack of support from HO right now. There is a LOT wrong and very little attempt to fix it. 7 people promoted to D in January.. 7...'nuff said!
 
pcjenni said:
Yes the "lead system" or complete lack there of is a bummer. I used to get 4 or 5 a year, although my numbers are still consistent. Means I am working harder for less. I feel a complete lack of support from HO right now. There is a LOT wrong and very little attempt to fix it. 7 people promoted to D in January.. 7...'nuff said!

In the whole company?
 
yes, look at the CN that we just got.. pretty sad. there used to be pages of promotions.. it has been less than 15 new director promos each month for well over a year. The career plan is broken and we are all suffering
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Consultant Success Survey?

The Consultant Success Survey is a tool used by Pampered Chef to gather feedback from consultants about their experiences, challenges, and successes. It helps the company understand the effectiveness of their recruitment and training processes, particularly comparing recent recruits with previous hires.

Why is it important to compare recent recruits with previous hires?

Comparing recent recruits with previous hires allows Pampered Chef to identify trends and patterns in consultant success. This information can help improve recruitment strategies, training programs, and overall support for new consultants, ultimately leading to better retention and sales performance.

How can the results of the survey impact new consultants?

The results of the survey can lead to enhanced training and support systems tailored to the needs of new consultants. By understanding what works and what doesn’t, Pampered Chef can implement changes that help new recruits succeed more quickly and effectively in their roles.

What types of questions are included in the Consultant Success Survey?

The survey typically includes questions about the consultant's onboarding experience, training effectiveness, sales performance, challenges faced, and overall satisfaction with the company. It may also ask for feedback on specific tools and resources provided to consultants.

How often is the Consultant Success Survey conducted?

The Consultant Success Survey is usually conducted on a regular basis, often annually or biannually, to ensure that the data collected is current and relevant. This frequency allows Pampered Chef to continuously adapt and improve their consultant support strategies based on the latest feedback.

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