Have you tried using a Pampered Chef decal on your car for business leads?

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Discussion Overview

The thread revolves around the use of Pampered Chef decals on vehicles as a marketing strategy to generate business leads. Participants share their experiences with applying decals, discuss the visibility and effectiveness of such advertising, and inquire about the logistics and costs involved.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares their excitement about applying a decal to their car and hopes it will generate leads.
  • Another participant expresses admiration for the decal and suggests keeping catalogs in the car for potential customers.
  • Several users mention the ease of application, with one participant humorously describing their eagerness to apply the decal despite windy conditions.
  • Some participants discuss the cost-effectiveness of the decals, noting that they were able to get quality decals for under $25.
  • One participant raises a question about the legality of advertising on vehicles, while another confirms that it is allowed as long as the logo is obtained from a licensed vendor.
  • Several users express interest in getting their own decals after seeing the positive experiences shared.
  • One participant shares concerns about insurance implications in Michigan when advertising on a vehicle.
  • Another participant discusses the possibility of writing off vehicle expenses as advertising, sharing differing experiences with tax advice.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the implications of advertising on vehicles, particularly concerning insurance and tax write-offs. While some participants express enthusiasm and support for the idea, others raise caution about potential financial impacts.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and opinions regarding vehicle advertising within the context of Pampered Chef consulting, with participants sharing insights based on their individual circumstances and state regulations.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering vehicle advertising as a marketing strategy may find the shared experiences and insights helpful in making their own decisions.

KellyTheChef said:
BTW, my decal from JeriSigns.com WITH shipping was less than $12...and the Merrill decal (not including their outrageous shipping...I ordered other things on that order...)was $10!

So, for less than $25 I have a pretty darn nice looking decal on my vehicle! I am VERY happy!

WOW Kelly!!! I just may have to do that!!! Thanks so much for sharing as it looks great!!! I do have rear defrost on my car window though.
 
ameliasurf said:
hey has anyone thought about because you are advertising your business on your car that you might be able to deduct some of the expenses for advertisement...... i don't know it was just a thought... maybe you can as your tax preparer that!!!
We can already deduct mileage. Tax rules are that you can deduct mileage, OR you can deduct a percentage of the maintenance and gas. But you cannot do both.
Also, many insurance companies have rules that advertising on a vehicle changes it from "personal" to "commercial," with higher insurance rates. This may also affect your registration, depending on which state/province you live in.
 
chefann said:
We can already deduct mileage. Tax rules are that you can deduct mileage, OR you can deduct a percentage of the maintenance and gas. But you cannot do both.
Also, many insurance companies have rules that advertising on a vehicle changes it from "personal" to "commercial," with higher insurance rates. This may also affect your registration, depending on which state/province you live in.

In Michigan, you have much higher insurance rates if you advertise your business on your vehicle.
 
ChefBeckyD said:
In Michigan, you have much higher insurance rates if you advertise your business on your vehicle.

so with advertising on your vehicle does it have to be permanent or a magnetic for it to make your insurence go up
 
ameliasurf said:
so with advertising on your vehicle does it have to be permanent or a magnetic for it to make your insurence go up


Well, if you get in an accident, and they are on your car.....you're busted!:eek:

My director specifically asked about magnetic signage, and was told it was the same as permanent.
 
that makes sense
 
ameliasurf said:
that makes sense

But you are in Fla, not MI, so it might be different there - check with your insurance agent!
 
What if you just have "The Pampered Chef" on your license plate holder? Does that count as "advertising" for insurance purposes?
 
dianevill said:
What if you just have "The Pampered Chef" on your license plate holder? Does that count as "advertising" for insurance purposes?

In Michigan, it's the contact information that makes it advertising.
 
I think that's OK, because it's like the plate frames for dealerships. It's more of a "this is my interest" thing than an advertisement with a phone number or website. At least, in my opinion.
 
Looks, great, I put mine on my SUV on Saturday and Monday morning, I received a from the woman behind me wanting to book a show. I hope it works like this all the time. Good Luck.
 
chefsrpampered said:
Looks, great, I put mine on my SUV on Saturday and Monday morning, I received a call from the woman behind me wanting to book a show. I hope it works like this all the time. Good Luck.

Awesome!:thumbup: :balloon: :) :sing: :D
 
Kelly, did you see Merrill is now doing these decals?
$34.95, though.


edit - oh, that price is for 2 decals. Hey, I could put one on hubby's car.
 
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Oh, dang it. I thought it was each and I ordered one without the personalization. I called and it's too late to change it even though I just ordered yesterday. :cry:
 
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kspry said:
Kelly, did you see Merrill is now doing these decals?
$34.95, though.


edit - oh, that price is for 2 decals. Hey, I could put one on hubby's car.
No...I didn't notice that...I will look into it the next time I visit their site. Glad they are doing something other than magnets for those of us who don't want magnets, or who feel they are waaaaay overpriced!
 
I was excited to see the new ones at Merrill!
 
AMTC said:
This post is definitely worth repeating. If you advertise your business on your vehicle I STRONGLY urge you to check with your Insurance Agent. Your state laws may require you to insure it as a business vehicle with higher liability limits (and with that comes a higher premium). You also open yourself up to the risk that if you are in an accident and someone screams oh my back, they can not only go after you, but your business as well. Likewise if you ever accidently run over someone's property you could be at greater risk. If you're not properly insured, the other party can sue you in court and if your looked at as a business instead of an individual, they may just win.

Sorry, I don't mean to be a doggy downer, but my other job is Insurance - I sell health, but I am licensed in auto and homeowners as well.


can you give me more on this?

how is it if you use your car for personal use more than business use?

how many times has this happened and a person got sued as a company not an individual?

Just wondering!

because i would like to put decals on my car, but i want to make an educated decision on this before i do it
 
bumping for an answer
 
Kelly....I adhered my decal on Dec 1, and its peeling off already. Did this happen to you>??? I am going to have to peel the entire thing off. It looks so good, I am so disappointed.............
 
I've had mine since August, and it's starting to come off. I never use my back wiper, but in 3 different spots, the letters are starting to curl.....I'm bummed!!!
 
I don't even have a rear wiper. I wrote the lady at Jerisigns.com and she was very accomodating but said I am the only one to complain. I dont like to complain but really its been 2.5 months!

I don't think Iwill be getting another one....

Well, I would write her and see what she can do for you.
 
Bumping Kelly quotes to save repeating.
KellyTheChef said:
Don't be sorry for the questions! Here is what my order says...

1 ea. Vinyl Lettering By The Sq. Ft.
Color 1 - White
Sign Information - Welcome To My Personal Web Site
330-877-6370

This is what I wrote in the "comments" section when I ordered.
(If you order from her, you can tell her you want it the same as she made mine, which was order #1360)
I have a decal for The Pampered Chef (4 inches tall x 11 inches long) from one of our authorized vendors. I would like to get the vinyl stick on letters to place under my logo sticker. It can be a total of 2 feet long and 4 inches tall. I would like my website listed on the first line (centered) and then my phone number on the second line (centered.) Do you have a font that would "match" the Pampered Chef logo font? Thanks!

KellyTheChef said:
I just went to the site and here's how I ordered:

On the left side of homepage choose "Fully Customized Signs"

Then choose "Vinyl Lettering"

Then choose "Vinyl Lettering by the sq. foot"

KellyTheChef said:
The logo part came directly from Merrill, our authorized vendor. Jeri only made the part with my website and phone number.

KellyTheChef said:
This is off of her website:

Here's How To Order: Measure the space that you want the vinyl lettering to fit. This could be the door of your vehicle, the window on your business, your mailbox, toolbox, existing blank sign, or whatever. Then multiply the height (in feet) by the width (in feet) of the area the lettering is to fit. This will give you the number of square feet you need to purchase.

I told her I wanted mine to be 4 inches tall (.333333 feet) by 2 feet long at the widest part. So, multiplying .333x 2 = .66666 square feet. So, I only paid for one square foot of decals, which was $6.50. Shipping was $5.05.

If you are still having problems, I would just email her and tell her you want the same set up as Kelly McNamara, order #1360.

HTH!

I just wanted to bump up info that Kelly posted that doesn't have to be hunted for... ;) As much for me as for anyone else wanting quick satisfaction. :D :sing: :angel:
 
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vwpamperedchef said:
I don't even have a rear wiper. I wrote the lady at Jerisigns.com and she was very accomodating but said I am the only one to complain. I dont like to complain but really its been 2.5 months!

I don't think Iwill be getting another one....

Well, I would write her and see what she can do for you.
Mine has started to come off in small places at the bottom of my phone number. It seems like that's where the wiper is hitting. Plus, it didn't start doing that until winter and FREEZING weather here. I don't think its from the defroster, as that's not where the "line" is in the window.

I can't complain, though...as it has been on for a long time, and I think it was the combo of freezing cold and the wiper hitting the letters. But, for both of you guys, I would have her remake your lettering and try again maybe. Sorry you are not having as good of luck as I did!
 
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ameliasurf said:
can you give me more on this?

how is it if you use your car for personal use more than business use?

how many times has this happened and a person got sued as a company not an individual?

Just wondering!

because i would like to put decals on my car, but i want to make an educated decision on this before i do it
I would check with your insurance carrier if this worries you...
 
I put mine on in November (from Jerisigns) and 4 of the letters are starting to peel. I am going to e-mail her. I would be happy if she just replaced the few letters. Although, if I did it all over, I would make it bigger.
 
I agree, with thefew letters, but I dont think I would have such great placement lol

But I think what Kelly said may be right, the defroster. I didnt think about that! I dont have a rear wiper, so I KNOW its not that. And its been cold here, so that may be the reason. My defroster lines go all the way up the window. (I have a new beetle). HMM

I dont think I will be trying it again, but I WOULD like it perhaps if it was like a decal (that would be moveable on and off in the inside of the window).

It was nice while it lasted, although I guess it won't last forever.......
 
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Vanessa...I DON'T think mine is from the defroster....the lines go all the way up my rear window, but where the letters are coming off (just on the very bottom of the phone number) are not close to one of the defroster lines. I really think mine are coming off cuz they were so cold, and then the wiper hit the edge of them. I have been VERY careful when clearing off snow, etc so that I didn't hit them with my snow brush/scraper, but I am certain it's from the cold!
 
Thanks for your thoughts! It does clarify it a bit more. Jeri was nice to offer me replacement, but at this point with the cold weather, I am leary to try again!

DH offered to buy me a convertible for my bday and I was like, we can wait, I just put the decal on my car. Now, I guess I can reconsider that offer!! :)
 
If it helps any, I have mine on my car, but I'm in TX with no snow/extreme temps... and mine looks perfect.
 
ameliasurf said:
can you give me more on this?

how is it if you use your car for personal use more than business use?

how many times has this happened and a person got sued as a company not an individual?

Just wondering!

because i would like to put decals on my car, but i want to make an educated decision on this before i do it


Funny you should ask, I just called my Insurance Agent to confirm, because I really like the new decal Merrill is selling.

She called the underwriter and was told that it changes your car to a Business Class, but one of the lower classes, so it would be more if you were transporting people, but still once you slap that logo on the car, it becomes a Business Vehicle.

She said it would be anywhere between $30 and $50 more per year for the insurance (I drive a 2007 Ford Taurus, so that's not bad) BUT (and I didn't even think of this one) she said that I would be required to change my plates to commercial plates or if I were stopped by a cop they could tow my car. So I looked at commercial plates and they cost $100 per year, here in MA.

Again, these may be the laws in Massachusetts, so I would call your own Insurance Agent to determine what you may need to do, to make sure your doing everything the right way.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Pampered Chef decal and how can it help my business?

A Pampered Chef decal is a branded sticker that you can place on your car to promote your business. It serves as a mobile advertisement, helping to increase visibility and attract potential customers wherever you go.

Have you seen an increase in business leads from using a car decal?

Many consultants report that using a Pampered Chef decal on their car has led to increased inquiries and business leads. The visibility of the decal can spark conversations and encourage people to reach out for more information about your products and services.

Are there specific guidelines for using Pampered Chef decals on my car?

Yes, it's important to follow any branding guidelines provided by Pampered Chef to ensure that the decal is used correctly. This may include size, placement, and design specifications to maintain brand consistency and professionalism.

How do I get a Pampered Chef decal for my car?

You can typically order a Pampered Chef decal through your consultant portal or by contacting your Pampered Chef representative. Some consultants may also create their own decals, but it's best to use official branding materials to ensure quality and compliance.

What are some tips for maximizing the effectiveness of my car decal?

To maximize the effectiveness of your car decal, make sure it is placed in a visible location, keep your car clean, and park in high-traffic areas. Additionally, consider using your car for errands or events where you can showcase the decal to a larger audience.

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