Ok I need help, my director is on her cruise right now and usually I ask her about this. I have a recruit who I have been working with since Feb 28th. She booked a party with me that night for April 17th. Then we talked about her signing and I offered for her to sign before her show and I would come and it would be her grand opening. I would bring my products, she got the host packet, host coaching ect. Now she was going to sign on April 4th and backed out because of money and she didn't want to demo... I explained that I would train her a head, if she signed she would have all the resources from PC ect. No she didn't have the money would have to wait at least 2 more weeks. Her party is on Thurs, she gets paid on Fri, she has 20-25 people coming and I said she should have her calender marked off and we would book dates for her. So she asked me today if she could sign before we closed the party, but after Thursday night and have me hold the check for her and count the party as hers. WHAT WOULD YOU DO? I trust her that the check would clear that is not the issue, it is I told her if she wanted to count the party as hers, then she had to sign BEFORE her show. Either way I am doing the work for the show. My original goal was to sign her by the 14th for free conference and that didn't happen. I really need advice!!
Help Needed: Recruiting Dilemma - To Sign or Not to Sign Before Party?
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Discussion Overview
The thread revolves around a participant's dilemma regarding whether a recruit should sign up as a consultant before her party or after. The participant shares their experiences and seeks advice from others in the community about how to handle the situation, particularly concerning the timing of the recruit's signing and the implications for the party's credit.
Discussion Character
- Opinion-based
- Anecdotal
- Exploratory
Main Points Raised
- One participant, identifying as a consultant, emphasizes that the recruit should sign before the show to receive credit for it, as the consultant will be doing all the work.
- Another participant shares their experience of being confused about the payment process and the implications of using their own credit card versus the recruit's check.
- Several users mention the idea of giving the recruit outside orders from the show to help her get started if she does not sign before the party.
- Another participant agrees that if the recruit does not sign before the party, the party should be credited to the consultant.
- One participant expresses their concern about doing all the work without the recruit signing, while also wanting to support her success.
- Another participant suggests that the recruit should pay for the kit with her own credit card to ensure commitment before the show can count as hers.
- One participant references company policies regarding kick-off shows and how they relate to the recruit's signing process.
- Another participant discusses the possibility of submitting the first $300 in sales to help the recruit get kit credit while still maintaining control of the show.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ on whether the recruit should sign before the show, but there is a general agreement that the consultant should not do all the work without receiving credit for the party.
Contextual Notes
The discussion reflects personal experiences and opinions regarding the recruitment process within the Pampered Chef community, particularly focusing on the timing of signing and the implications for party credit.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants navigating similar recruitment dilemmas or those looking for insights on managing party credits and recruit commitments may find this discussion relevant.
jbdowd0798
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She has to sign before her show. If you are doing all the work and she wants the credit then she has to sign! 
Also, how sure are you of her check clearing?? Are you putting it on your card or are you sending in the contract?? I'm a bit confused there.
Good luck. I too was hoping for free or even 1/2 price conference but not happening.
Also, how sure are you of her check clearing?? Are you putting it on your card or are you sending in the contract?? I'm a bit confused there. Good luck. I too was hoping for free or even 1/2 price conference but not happening.
wadesgirl
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You could always give her the outside orders from her show if she doesn't want to sign up before her show. That way she would be ready to submit her first catalog show and can get the bookings from the show you do for you. If you do the show, you can make sure to mention to everyone that "Sarah" is going to sign with PC, if you would like to do one of her first shows for her, make sure to mark it on their door prize slip so Sarah can know who's interested in helping her out when she does sign. That's about all I would do for her if she didn't want to sign before the show.
kaseydee
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Ok, thats what I was thinking. I don't want to do all the work and then hold her show open just for her to sign. I will be working to get her bookings at the party and giving her the outside orders is a good idea too. I just want to make sure she gets off to a great start, but I am not sure I can go this far. I have been working on directorship for 6 months and have yet to sign one so I guess I am second guessing myself here. PLEASE keep the ideas coming!!!!
hperschnick
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I understand you want to help her out but you will be doing this show and all of the work. If it were me... I would tell her that if she wanted to sign before her show it could count as hers... she signs and pays for the kit online with her OWN credit card... not mine with her giving me a check. If she can't do that then the show would be mine but I would give her all of the bookings from the show as stated before... and the catalog show idea with the outside orders is good too to give her one under her belt right off of the bat.
If people are THAT interested in signing to get something they want they can be very resourceful in finding the funds.
If people are THAT interested in signing to get something they want they can be very resourceful in finding the funds.
chefann
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The policies document has a section about kick off shows. The only HO-authorized kick off show in which the recruiter does the show is one where the recruiter submits the show, and the recruit can use kit credit and gets the bookings to start out. I do know that a lot of people also suggest (as mentioned above) using the after-show outside orders as the recruits first catalog show, getting them closer to qualifying.
BethCooks4U
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Whoever does the show submits the show.
There are a couple of things that a recruiter can do to help a new recruit get started (besides training):
1. Do the show and the recruit can use some of the FPV as a kit credit (the recruiter submits the show - this would be before the recruit sends in her agreement). The new recruit gets the bookings from that show to get started. The recruiter can offer outside orders to the recruit to submit as her first catalog show if the recruiter so desires.
2. Attend the recruit's first show (recruit would be host and consultant, so she would have to have already signed her agreement and submitted it) and be there as support and to help get future bookings.
There are a couple of things that a recruiter can do to help a new recruit get started (besides training):
1. Do the show and the recruit can use some of the FPV as a kit credit (the recruiter submits the show - this would be before the recruit sends in her agreement). The new recruit gets the bookings from that show to get started. The recruiter can offer outside orders to the recruit to submit as her first catalog show if the recruiter so desires.
2. Attend the recruit's first show (recruit would be host and consultant, so she would have to have already signed her agreement and submitted it) and be there as support and to help get future bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of signing up before the party?
Signing up before the party can provide you with the opportunity to earn commissions on sales made during the event. Additionally, you can showcase your new role as a consultant, which may encourage guests to support you by purchasing products or booking their own parties.
What if I sign up after the party? Will I miss out on potential earnings?
If you sign up after the party, you will not earn commissions on sales made during that event. However, you can still benefit from future parties and sales, so weigh the potential earnings against your readiness to commit to the role.
How can I decide if I’m ready to sign up before the party?
Consider your comfort level with direct sales, your enthusiasm for the Pampered Chef products, and your availability to commit to hosting parties and building a customer base. If you feel confident and excited, signing up before the party may be a good choice.
What should I do if I’m unsure about signing up?
If you’re unsure, it might be helpful to talk to your recruiter or a current consultant about your concerns. They can provide insights and share their experiences, which may help you make a more informed decision.
Can I still sign up after the party if I change my mind?
Yes, you can sign up after the party if you decide that becoming a consultant is the right choice for you. Just keep in mind that you will miss out on any commissions from that party, but you can still take advantage of future opportunities.
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