Creating a Home Office or Business Line Setup

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores various ways participants set up their home office or business line greetings, particularly for their roles as Pampered Chef consultants. Participants share their personal experiences and examples of voicemail messages they use to convey their business presence.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses a desire to include their business line in their home machine greeting but is unsure how to phrase it.
  • Several participants share their voicemail greetings, often including their names and roles as Pampered Chef consultants, with variations in wording and structure.
  • Another participant mentions having a greeting that includes both their business and their husband's business, highlighting the challenge of combining multiple business identities in one greeting.
  • One participant shares that they provide their cell phone number in their home voicemail message to encourage business calls.
  • Another participant describes a straightforward greeting that emphasizes their role as a consultant without including family names.
  • Some participants note that they keep their messages short and to the point, while others mention more elaborate greetings that include multiple family members or business roles.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on how to best incorporate personal and business identities into voicemail greetings, with no clear consensus on a single approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants share experiences based on their individual circumstances, including the presence of multiple businesses in one household and the use of both home and cell phones for business communications.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for inspiration on how to set up their own voicemail greetings may find the shared experiences helpful.

PCCHeather0506
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If so could you share it with me? I'd like to add to our home machine that it's my home office or business line too! But I'm not sure how to say it?? Any ideas??
 
Hello, you have reached the home of __________ and the office of _____________, your Pampered Chef consultant. I'm sorry we missed you, but your call is important to us so please leave your name, #, the time that you called and we'll get back to you as soon as we can..... or something like that ;)
 
PCCHeather0506 said:
If so could you share it with me? I'd like to add to our home machine that it's my home office or business line too! But I'm not sure how to say it?? Any ideas??
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I have one on my cell phone, but my director has one on her main home number. Here is what I remember...

Hi you have reached the home office of ________ Independent Director of The Pampered Chef.

Okay guess my memory isn't working. I thought I was going to remember more. I know she says something like "and the home of the ___________ family. Please leave a message."
 
jcsmilez said:
Hello, you have reached the home of __________ and the office of _____________, your Pampered Chef consultant. I'm sorry we missed you, but your call is important to us so please leave your name, #, the time that you called and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

.... or something like that ;)
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Mine's almost like Tristen's..

Hello, you have reached the home of the (family last name) and the office of your Pampered Chef consultant, (my first and last name). I'm sorry we missed you but your call is important to us, so please leave your name, #, and the time that you called and we'll get back to you as soon as we can. Thanks!
 
jcsmilez said:
Hello, you have reached the home of __________ and the office of _____________, your Pampered Chef consultant. I'm sorry we missed you, but your call is important to us so please leave your name, #, the time that you called and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

.... or something like that ;)
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this is pretty much mine and I have it on our home and on my cell.
 
I've been wanting to do this too but my husband has his business on there! I haven't figured out how to get his business & our PC business both on there. We could probably leave the family part off since we all have our own cell phones & use those more than the home phone! Any ideas on that?
 
My message is much like those about and then I also tell them my cell phone number on my home phone machine. I have found that when the mood strikes them to call me about business... if they have an alternative number they seem to go ahead and try me on my cell phone.
 
jcsmilez said:
Hello, you have reached the home of __________ and the office of _____________, your Pampered Chef consultant. I'm sorry we missed you, but your call is important to us so please leave your name, #, the time that you called and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

.... or something like that ;)
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that is exactly mine!
 
I have a message on my cell phone but not my home phone. The only reason we have a land line is because my DH refuses to get a cell phone. My cell phone says this:

Hi, you've reached Katie XXXXX, Independent Consultan for TPC. I'm sorry I was unable to take your call at this time. Please leave me a detailed message and I'll get back to you as soon as I can. Thank you and Have a Great Day.

HTH

I have my cell number on all my PC correspondence so it just makes sense to have PC message on that. I do use the landline usually when making calls which is probably dumb because it may confuse people but it works for me.
 
My cell phone is: Hello you have reached Beth ___, Independent Consultant with TPC. I'm sorry I missed your call, please leave your name, number, and a brief message and I will call you back as soon as I can. Thank you, have a great day.

Home is: Hello, thank you for calling. You have reached the ___ Family and Beth with TPC. Sorry we missed your call. Please leave your name, number and brief message and we will be sure to get back with you before the end of the day. Thank you.
 
Stampaholic1961 said:
I've been wanting to do this too but my husband has his business on there! I haven't figured out how to get his business & our PC business both on there. We could probably leave the family part off since we all have our own cell phones & use those more than the home phone! Any ideas on that?
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Bev,

This is how I do it for us. Hi you have reached the (our last name), Jennie xxxx with The Pampered Chef and Butch xxxx with High Valley Construction, sorry we missed your call. Please leave your name and number and we will return you call. Thank you and have a great day.
 
Mine says "Hi, you've reached (856)4------- The home of the ______________ and the office of Sharon XXXXX, Independent Consultant for the Pampered Chef. Please leave your name, number and brief message and I'll return your call as soon as possible"

Simple and to the point.
 
Stampaholic1961 said:
I've been wanting to do this too but my husband has his business on there! I haven't figured out how to get his business & our PC business both on there. We could probably leave the family part off since we all have our own cell phones & use those more than the home phone! Any ideas on that?
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It took me the longest time to figure out how to do my two home businesses. My machine says " You have reached the Buffords and the home office of Melissa Bufford, BOTH Work at Home Marketing Executive AND Pampered Chef Consultant......

I emphasize BOTH so that they know to listen for the second business if they do not recognize the first.
 
Here's mine: You have reached the xxxxxxx residence and Tara with TPC. We're unable to take your call right now . . . (you know the rest)

I have a friend in another DS company and her husband says on their machine: You have reached Bill and Audrey xxxxxxx and Audrey with Beauty Control. Please leave a message after the beep or for BC, you can call Audrey on her cell at xxxxxxxx.

Then another friend says on her machine: Hi, this is the xxxxxxx. If you would like to leave a message for sharon press #1, if you would like to leave a message for chuck press #2.
 
It might seem odd, buy my husband had me just have the house line say "Hi, you've reached Amanda XXX, your Pampered Chef Independent Consultant. Please leave me a message and I'll call you right back." He figures no one ever really calls us other than family and church members and everyone knows I'm a consultant, so it's no big deal to just have me on there (and most of the calls are for me anyway). His family and all his employees call him on his cell phone (company paid), so he never gets calls. Feels funny to me to not have a family name on there, but I see his point. We never get calls, just me with my PC stuff. Once the kids are older and they have friends calling and such, I'll change it. But I do keep the message short and sweet. My sister used to have the "press 1 for her husband, 2 for her, 3 for my sister's Mary Kay business, 4 for the family, etc." It was long and kind of annoying. Wait...what # was I supposed to hit? :D
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the essential items needed to set up a home office for my Pampered Chef business?

To set up a functional home office for your Pampered Chef business, you will need a reliable computer or laptop, a printer, a dedicated workspace with a desk and comfortable chair, a phone or business line, and storage solutions for your products and marketing materials. Additionally, consider having a good internet connection and organizational tools like planners or digital apps to manage your schedule and customer interactions.

How can I create a professional business line for my Pampered Chef business?

You can create a professional business line by either getting a separate phone number through a dedicated business phone service or using a virtual phone system that allows you to have a business line on your existing phone. Services like Google Voice or other VoIP providers can help you maintain a professional image while keeping your personal and business communications separate.

What should I consider when choosing a location for my home office?

When choosing a location for your home office, consider factors such as privacy, noise levels, and accessibility. Ideally, select a quiet area away from distractions where you can focus on your work. Ensure that there is adequate lighting and electrical outlets for your equipment. A space that can be closed off from the rest of the home can also help you maintain a professional atmosphere.

How can I organize my home office to maximize productivity?

To maximize productivity in your home office, keep your workspace clutter-free by organizing your materials and supplies. Use storage solutions like shelves, bins, and filing cabinets to categorize items. Create a system for managing tasks, such as using a planner or digital tools. Ensure that everything you need is within reach to minimize distractions and interruptions during work hours.

Is it necessary to have a website for my Pampered Chef business?

While it's not strictly necessary to have a website for your Pampered Chef business, having one can significantly enhance your professional presence and make it easier for customers to find information about your products and services. A website can serve as a platform for showcasing your offerings, sharing recipes, and providing contact information, which can help attract and retain customers.

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