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[linojackie]

Re: Leadership???I just happened to be looking at flights this morning too...before I got the email. Ok, so when (if ever) was the last Leadership Summit in Sacramento? Weather in Jan is fairly mild (just rain and it's about 50 degrees) and SURELY they can accomodate everyone with the convention center and hotels!

 

[Kitchen2u]

Re: Leadership???

Ok, so when (if ever) was the last Leadership Summit in Sacramento? Weather in Jan is fairly mild (just rain and it's about 50 degrees) and SURELY they can accomodate everyone with the convention center and hotels!

I've been PC almost 8 yrs Jackie...the closest was Long Beach , CA a few years back.

 

[baychef]

Re: Leadership???Ok, as a director, I should be slapped with a Mega Scraper but I have to weigh if it is REALLY worth it to spend (with air, ticket and hotel) about $500 to $700 for Leadership?

I have relatives in Denver that I would love to visit and I have never been farther west than St. Louis. BUT, I really have to weight it out if it is really worth it.

School starts back up for us on Jan. 5 and every year as I wish I were there, I find that there is some problem that crops up in my department and I always say...it's a good thing I am not out of town.

Then there is the other part of me that knows the boost in moral alone would be awesome.

This of all years would be a year I would consider going, but just not convinced that it is worth the cost.

So get those micro, master and mega scrapers out...and slap me silly. For those of you who have been, tell me why the investment would pay off. Also, keep in mind that we knew the new product line shortly after Leadership ended.

 

[Chefgirl2]

Re: Leadership???Flights from Louisville are $200, but I just noticed PC said you need 2.5 hours from the convention center to when your flight takes off. I wish I knew what hotels they were using because with travelocity we can get discounts combining hotels and flights...

 

[chefann]

Re: Leadership???

So get those micro, master and mega scrapers out...and slap me silly. For those of you who have been, tell me why the investment would pay off. Also, keep in mind that we knew the new product line shortly after Leadership ended.

um... 'cuz I'm gonna be there!

Just kidding. sorta...

The training at Leadership is more focused than that at Conference. If you think your business could use a boost and you could use some training, then consider going. But I totally understand about it being a big investment.

 

[Chefstover2]

Re: Leadership???

So get those micro, master and mega scrapers out...and slap me silly. For those of you who have been, tell me why the investment would pay off. Also, keep in mind that we knew the new product line shortly after Leadership ended.

Well, first of all you need to be there because I plan on walking as a new director :chef:.

But in case you need another reason, remember the energy you get at Conference? It's like a shot in the arm for your business. And by January, you're pooped from the holidays and it's hard to get back in the swing. Leadership gives you that shot in the arm and momentum to get going, network with leaders (and the workshops are great b/c they're aimed at leaders). Plus we usually get some great goodies and "if you attended Leadership, we'll give you XX" incentives.

Yes, it's worth the time and money. I will never, never, never miss another Leadership, and you shouldn't either. You'll be glad you did.

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[baychef]

Re: Leadership???Kristen and Ann, you make good points! I will ponder this a bit further. Seems like I always poop out. What if I have a travel agent...would that help? I really don't have time to keep watching airfares. (ok and there is a laziness to that too!)

 

[baychef]

Re: Leadership???

um... 'cuz I'm gonna be there!

Well, first of all you need to be there because I plan on walking as a new director .

These were the most convincing reasons!!:chef:

 

[Chefgirl2]

Re: Leadership???Yes, Leadership can be expensive...But, it is absolutely worth every penny spent!!

Usually, PC offers a way to earn it half priced or free. Now, we have a sweet recruiting deal going on that will earn us PC dollars that we can spend on the conference fee. We still have the flight ...there is no way I can drive there in one day(without losing my mind)...and hotel.

I have seen directors miss leadership. They usually can't keep up the momentum. It is like conference for the go-getters on your team. If you get them there, they will take off with their businesses. Leadership is great because it keeps people like me that need motivation, steady...

I know I cannot afford to miss leadership, even at $500-$700 because I will make it back many times over.

 

[ardipc]

Re: Leadership???

Ok, as a director, I should be slapped with a Mega Scraper but I have to weigh if it is REALLY worth it to spend (with air, ticket and hotel) about $500 to $700 for Leadership?

OK, so I have to chime in here about the value of Leadership, and conferences as a whole. I will never miss a conference unless I PHYSICALLY have to. Let me explain what I mean by that (this will sound crazy, but for those of you who have experienced the value it adds, you'll understand my madness ):

I got to go on my first PC incentive trip this year in April, and returned home with the best souvenir of a Caribbean Cruise ever: a baby due Jan. 12th. Given that Leadership dates are Jan. 8-10, it appears that my attendance at that summit in Denver (coming from Austin, TX) is not particularly probable, right? Well, my first daughter came perfectly healthy at a month early, so I'm thinking that may happen again. I can't buy a ticket yet, but it is one of the top things on my agenda if I do go into labor a month early (I have family in Denver who could help take care of a new born).

If one or two of my downline promote to Director before Leadership, and this baby doesn't come early enough, my family and I are talking about driving there together so that if I went into labor on the way, my husband would be there. Once in Denver, if it happened, that would be ok as my mom and sisters (one of whom would be walking), will be there, too.

OK, if you've read this far, you KNOW that I am off my rocker!!! First, know that my baby's health comes first, so some of what I've said is only pie-in-the-sky dreaming that could only happen if absolutely everything is clear and all is healthy.

The point is, I want to be there so badly that this far out, in a seemingly impossible situation, I am still trying to find a way I can be there because it is THAT important.

Now, why is that? When I first joined PC just over 4 years ago, I started recruiting immediately to get free cookware. I thought I would promote less than 6 months after I joined. I had 5 recruits signed before I was out of my Super Starter period. I then had all but two of them drop off by the time of Leadership in San Antonio, and I had just had a second miscarriage about a month before Leadership. I was going to quit entirely, but I went anyway, since I'd already paid through Conference Club, and I enjoy San Antonio anyway. If it weren't for the speaker, the camaraderie with my extended cluster, the workshops, the new product announcements, the freebies, the uplifting examples and stories, and much, much more that I got that first time, I would have quit my business at that point and wallowed in self-pity. Instead, I have a business I am proud to call my own, and I get rewarded and uplifted by the people involved with it at every turn from those at Home Office, to my team, to my hosts, and to my customers. I have my down moments, but the uplift that I count on from conference and Leadership help me get through those.

So that would be my reasons why I think that it is a can't miss! Ardi

 

[rcrowe1966]

Re: Leadership???Being new to PC, I don't know what it takes to go to Leadership but I will be there...well here. If anyone need info about Denver, where to stay, etc. I can help. We have some great public transportation in the form of the Light rail train. The train goes right to the convention center so you don't necessarily have to stay downtown. There are hotel/motels close to the light rail lines that are much cheaper, to include a Residence Inn where many people can stay and share expenses.Just a thought and I hope I can be at the Leadership conference (I might just sneak in if I can't qualify for some reasonRobert

 

[lacychef]

Re: Leadership???Robert, you just have to have 2 active consultants on your team. (makes you a future director!)

 

[christinaspc]

Re: Leadership???I am sure hoping on going I am starting to plan it .... I am hoping to possibly promote to director

 

[Jessamary]

Re: Leadership???I am planning on going, but I'm but a lowly consultant right now. I'm trying like the dickens to promote to FD soon...I have one recruit pretty interested. It's tough to plan on going to Denver if I don't know if it's going to happen. It's one of my goals on my wall. But, it would be nice to be able to shop for airfare now. I just hope I can get FD by the end of Sept. so I can still get some flight deals to Denver!

 

[lacychef]

Re: Leadership???So glad I live close enough to drive, so I don't have to worry about flights this time!

 

[Evelynt]

Re: Leadership???I live in Grand Junction which is on the west side of the Rocky Mountains. Driving over the pass (10,000+ feet) can be tricky that time of year. I am thinking about taking the train.
I wish they would go to a more temperate climate like San Diego, or Santa Fe or even Savannah.

 

[pamperedpals]

Re: Leadership???I was checking flights from Seattle yesterday, since my goal is to attend leadership. They aren't to bad at $238 RT. A lot better than NC at $500+.

I WILL to see you all there.