Did You Attend Yesterday's Anaheim Regional in Southern CA?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around participants' experiences and reflections on attending or missing the recent regional meetings, particularly the one held in Anaheim. Many shared their thoughts on the quality of the presentations, the speakers, and the overall atmosphere of the events.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, described the Anaheim regional as "awesome and amazing" and encouraged others to attend if possible.
  • Another participant noted that their regional meeting felt anti-climactic compared to a conference, mentioning the inexperience of some speakers.
  • Several users mentioned the presence of new faces among the home office representatives, expressing surprise at the lack of familiar attendees.
  • One participant shared their positive experience with speakers Jean Jonas and Doreen Grass, highlighting their relatable nature.
  • Another participant expressed disappointment over not being able to attend due to work commitments and sought insights from those who did.
  • Some participants reflected on the motivation gained from the meetings, with one noting they had set goals for upcoming shows.
  • One participant mentioned the availability of handouts and slides from the meetings, indicating a desire for shared resources.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ among participants regarding the quality and impact of the regional meetings. While some found the experience motivating and informative, others felt let down by the presentation style and the inexperience of the speakers.

Contextual Notes

Participants shared personal experiences from various regional meetings, highlighting both positive takeaways and areas of disappointment. The discussions reflect a mix of enthusiasm and critique regarding the events.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who attended or are considering attending future regional meetings may find the shared experiences and insights relevant to their own expectations and preparations.

Nanisu
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Was awesome and amazing! If you get a chance to attend a regional, go go go!!! I have lots to think about and process. I had a ball.
 
Nanisu said:
If you get a chance to attend a regional, go go go!!!

The regional meetings are over for the spring. No more regionals to attend.
 
Ours seemed very anti-climatic compared to a conference (naturally). Also, 3 of the 4 of our sales team that was there (home office representation) had been with the company for 7-8 months or less! Only 1 had been there for awhile and she didn't speak.Our one person had a VERY strong accent and was very hard to understand as an instructor. I've had many foreign professors and it still took me 1/2 a day to be able to understand past the accent.However, there was a ton of great information and I too took home a lot.It re-motivates me to kick my business is gear along with my other activities.Also, the February Dream Patrol recipient was at ours. She is an Advanced Director that recruited 5 that month and her team recruited 15!!!! She had 45 people in her basement for the meeting where they surprised her. She was bawling after we watched the clip of it. Her team loves her.Also, there was another promotion to ED in Wisconsin so that was celebrated briefly.
 
janetupnorth said:
Also, 3 of the 4 of our sales team that was there (home office representation) had been with the company for 7-8 months or less! Only 1 had been there for awhile and she didn't speak.
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I was surprised at the new faces at the Lansing meeting. Those of us who have been around for awhile expected to recognize at least one person. Oh well, they did a fine job.
 
I know Anu was at the madison training and she is new. Who else is new?
 
DebbieJ said:
I know Anu was at the madison training and she is new. Who else is new?

If you are inquiring about Lansing, I did not write down their names.
 
We had ours yesterday in Boston, and we had Jean Jonas and Doreen Grass. I love them, they are so real and down to earth! It was great!
 
Nanisu said:
Was awesome and amazing! If you get a chance to attend a regional, go go go!!! I have lots to think about and process. I had a ball.

Wasn't able to attend (day time job)...

What did you learn? Any hints on future product intros, etc? New recipes or recruitment ideas?

Please share more :)

Thanks!
 
Suzy Lite was our main speaker and her assistant (Angela)? I forgot her name but both did well! It was fun and packed full of great info!
 
DebbieJ said:
I know Anu was at the madison training and she is new. Who else is new?

Dan, the other speaker, he came from Avon, and I forget the 3rd person.

Anu was sweet but really hard to get used to.

Compared to people who had Susi Lite and Jean and others, it makes us feel slighted almost...

I wish Karen L. would have at least come...
 
CookingwithMary said:
Wasn't able to attend (day time job)...

What did you learn? Any hints on future product intros, etc? New recipes or recruitment ideas?

Please share more :)

Thanks!
They said they would post the hand outs on CC starting today thru July 7! So keep you eye out for it!
 
CookingwithMary said:
Wasn't able to attend (day time job)...

What did you learn? Any hints on future product intros, etc? New recipes or recruitment ideas?

Please share more :)

Thanks!

I took off work for it...focused more on contacts and recruiting. It had some good information and made me more motivated.

I KNOW recruiting is a numbers game to quite an extent so for those of us with less of a show schedule, we need to maximize our opportunities. There were some great word choices.

They mentioned the slides will be on CC soon.
 
janetupnorth said:
Compared to people who had Susi Lite and Jean and others, it makes us feel slighted almost...

Janet,

You hit the nail on the head. That's how I felt.
 
oh yeah, I forgot Dan is new too.Dawn is one of the training assistants--I know others had her.Angela is a Sales Manager
 
chefjeanine said:
Janet,

You hit the nail on the head. That's how I felt.

Yes, don't get me wrong, GREAT information and I have some goals set for the next few weeks, but with the people I've met within PC over the last year, and hearing awesome reports of the meetings, I felt a little let down.

I guess I shouldn't have expected more...they did a good job overall.

It's just hard to have 3 of the 4 main people in the room with the company less time than you've been a consultant. That and reading the script throughout made it less personal. They weren't prepared to interact with us.

Dan did a great job on the personality end having that as a background. Anu seemed too scripted and nervous at times. She read everything.

But, back to the positive. I have 13 potential show for June/July. I am trying to get 8 nailed down and on the books by next Friday.

I have a craft show May 31st to get ready for and since my show schedule averages 2 per month, I need to maximize my opportunities like this fair and pick the right words and ASK EVERYONE! :)
 
You need to tell us more about it. I registered for the Anaheim one that was held yesterday a couple of months ago, but I couldn't make it. My father had major eye surgery last week and I thought I could have someone else take care of him, but it didn't work out. I was really bummed out, so please please share more!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Did you find the Anaheim Regional event beneficial for your Pampered Chef business?

Yes, the Anaheim Regional event provided valuable insights into new products, sales techniques, and networking opportunities with other consultants. Many attendees reported feeling inspired and motivated to implement what they learned.

What were some key highlights from the Anaheim Regional event?

Key highlights included product demonstrations, motivational speakers, and breakout sessions focused on best practices for direct sales. Attendees also had the chance to participate in hands-on workshops and engage with corporate leaders.

Were there any new product launches announced at the Anaheim Regional?

Yes, the Anaheim Regional featured several exciting new product launches that will be available soon. Attendees were given exclusive previews and had the opportunity to order some items before they hit the market.

How can I access the materials or recordings from the Anaheim Regional?

Materials and recordings from the Anaheim Regional event are typically made available on the Pampered Chef consultant portal. You can log in to your account to find resources, session summaries, and any additional content shared during the event.

Will there be more regional events like this in the future?

Yes, Pampered Chef regularly hosts regional events across various locations. Keep an eye on the official Pampered Chef website and your consultant portal for announcements about upcoming events and locations.

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