Have the Same Contacts as My Recruiter!

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores strategies for expanding business networks beyond existing contacts, particularly for new Pampered Chef consultants. Participants share personal experiences and suggestions for reaching out to new potential customers.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses a desire to grow their business outside of their current circle of contacts, seeking ideas from others.
  • Another participant suggests engaging in fundraisers and fairs, and proposes hosting an open house or cookie exchange to meet neighbors.
  • One participant shares their experience of starting with a limited network and successfully gaining bookings through personal marketing efforts, such as wearing a branded pin.
  • Another participant notes the importance of personal follow-up and maintaining contact information for potential customers.
  • One participant mentions a video resource they found helpful for gaining more bookings.
  • Another participant shares their success in obtaining multiple bookings from a single show outside their usual network.
  • A participant expresses optimism about leveraging an upcoming show hosted by a mutual friend to expand their own bookings.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on specific strategies, but there is a general agreement on the importance of personal outreach and marketing oneself to expand business networks.

Contextual Notes

Participants share experiences from their early days as consultants, reflecting on the challenges of starting with a limited network and the various methods they employed to overcome these challenges.

Who May Find This Useful

New Pampered Chef consultants looking for ideas on how to expand their customer base and connect with potential clients outside their existing contacts may find this discussion beneficial.

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KristiPC
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Hi everyone. I love this site and all the great ideas you guys have! I am about to end my 3rd month with PC. I live in a new town and all of my contacts are the same as my friend who recruited me. So can you guys give me any ideas about how to get outside of this circle? How do you grow your biz with people you don't know? Also I thought about passing out some holiday catalogs in my new neighborhood with some kind of note introducing myself...any ideas? Thanks!:chef:
 
try some fundraisers, fairs. think dropping off catalogs in your neighborhood is a good idea. If you don't know your neighbors, how about an open house to introduce yourself? Maybe even a cookie exchange for the holidays?
 
This was me when I first started!
My recruiter was one of my best friends....and she had just started too - so, all of the people I would ask to have shows, had just had or would be having shows with her.
My family wasn't supportive - couldn't count on shows from them, other than my mom and my brother both did catalog shows for me.
I had a friend that I used to work with who had my very first show. I got 3 bookings from her show. (whew!) Then, I started wearing a TPC Pin on my coat. (it was winter) and people started commenting about it. I actually got 1 booking from that pretty quickly, and that booking led to a ton of other bookings.
Market yourself! You are the only advertising you have - so make sure you are doing a good job advertising you! Always be prepared with info for people - ALWAYS get their information when you talk to them so you can follow-up, and don't rely on emails or snail mail or handouts to do your work for you - the contact has to come from you personally!
 
Good advice, Becky.
 
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Thank you so much...that is great advice. I'm glad to know someone else has been here and has been successful:)
 
Wow! I just watched the video on Consultants Corner with Marla and Patsy McGovern on getting more bookings - it was great! Watch it!

I had stopped carrying the tote when I got my new bag at Conference this year...I think maybe I'll go back to using it!
 
Remember too that one booking outside the "circle" will bring many new people. I had one show in June from a good friend. Her niece ordered online, and I called to let her know that I got her order.... she wanted to book. Since that I have had 4 bookings from that first step outside of my "normal zone".
Good Luck!
 
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That is great! I do have a mutual friend doing a show this Monday. She is inviting a lot of different people so I am going to try to get bookings from this and hopefully it will start snowballing:) Thanks!!!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to have the same contacts as my recruiter?

Having the same contacts as your recruiter means that you can access the same network of potential customers and recruits that your recruiter has built. This can help you leverage existing relationships to grow your own business within Pampered Chef.

How can I benefit from having the same contacts as my recruiter?

By sharing contacts with your recruiter, you can tap into their established relationships, which may lead to quicker sales and recruitment opportunities. This collaboration can enhance your success and provide you with valuable insights and support.

Will I have access to my recruiter's entire contact list?

No, you will not have direct access to your recruiter's entire contact list. However, you can work together to identify potential leads and share strategies for reaching out to those contacts effectively.

Can I reach out to my recruiter's contacts directly?

It's important to communicate with your recruiter before reaching out to their contacts. They may have existing relationships with these individuals, and it's best to respect those connections to maintain professionalism and goodwill.

What if my recruiter is not actively using their contacts?

If your recruiter is not actively using their contacts, you can still benefit by discussing strategies and approaches to engage those contacts. Collaborating with your recruiter can help you both maximize the potential of the shared network.

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