Home Office: Increased Business & Processes

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around participants expressing their concern for a member named Gretchen, who has been absent from the forum. Many participants share their thoughts and feelings about her absence, while others express relief upon her return.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • Several participants express concern for Gretchen's well-being and wonder about her absence.
  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions feeling like a "mother hen" due to their worry for others in the community.
  • Another participant shares their experience of being busy and acknowledges that they usually keep in touch with their family frequently.
  • Some participants express joy and excitement upon Gretchen's return, indicating they missed her presence.
  • One participant mentions their busy schedule related to work and family, which resonates with others who also share their busy lives.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the frequency of communication and the impact of busyness on personal connections, but there is a general sense of relief and happiness upon Gretchen's return.

Contextual Notes

The thread reflects a close-knit community dynamic where members share personal experiences and support one another during periods of absence.

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Participants in the community who value connection and support among members may find this discussion relevant.

DebPC
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Home OfficeAs already noted at Chef Success- home office has had to shift into major gear from exceptional sales in Sept. Also home office hires lots of temp workers in fall to help them with their regular increase in business.
It's important we advise our teams to up the number of process days and increase in mispacking and also to make sure they get the the right info on their questions at home office.
I would have gotten the wrong info yesturday about someone reactivating if I hadn't pushed the person and she finally transferred me. And of course to let them know this is a temporary situation and to go with the flow. It's so easy to get spoiled with the usually fabulous job they do.
 
I totally agree! We do need to make sure that we remind our downline about these things, especially the new consultants.

Our frustration is multiplied for them since they haven't seen the usual ebb and flow of sales that affects the shipping process.

I think they do an amazing job in the warehouse and they spoil us with exceptional service most of the time!!
 
I do understand the current problems PC is having...and I try to be understanding (sometimes more so than others).

IMO...one thing that I think would help EVERYONE is if there was an email to all consultants, or a blip in Weekly Bites, when a negative trend is upon us. PC rarely seems to comment on these situations except when we as individuals send in concerns/complaints.

When it is real and measurable difference from the current "norm" I think PC should be notifying us so we aren't all panicking and we CAN adjust our communications to hosts and our downlines. Even if the "problem" is fixed in 24 hours, the fact that they let us know could greatly reduce frustrations and concerns.
 
What is sad is when I have customers from past shows asking where their orders are! I feel like I have to give them something extra to say sorry and to keep my name in front of them!
 
Ha Ha. I thought if she had her own thread she'd come back and say hi to us...:D
 
I will let her know that you are all asking about her and tell her that she now has her own thread.
 
LOL... good one Ellen!
 
Gretchen! Where are you??
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Bump! (Just incase she comes on here to see it!)
 
Ummm Hello...Gretchen are you checking in or what? LOL
 
Gretchen??? I miss my older sister!! Where have you been???
 
Christ Follower said:
ROTFLOL!!!!

I figured I would post it in case someone has seen her hehe
 
Still no sign of her huh? Do we need to put out an APB or what?
 
Christ Follower said:
Still no sign of her huh? Do we need to put out an APB or what?

I am starting to think so! My goodness, Heidi! She is ok, right? Sorry just me being a worry wart about everyone.... "mother hen" I've been called before :o
 
Carissidy said:
Gretchen! Where are you??
missing.gif

HAS ANYONE SEEN THIS LADY??
 
Carissidy said:
I am starting to think so! My goodness, Heidi! She is ok, right? Sorry just me being a worry wart about everyone.... "mother hen" I've been called before :o

Yes she is fine...just really busy lately...I did tell her though that you are looking for her...I told her about this thread...hopefully she will be on soon.
 
chefheidi2003 said:
Yes she is fine...just really busy lately...I did tell her though that you are looking for her...I told her about this thread...hopefully she will be on soon.

Oh ok, thanks for setting my mind at ease... I feel better {sigh}
 
Roflol
 
Christ Follower said:
Ha Ha. I thought if she had her own thread she'd come back and say hi to us...:D

Boy do I feel special . . . My own thread! I didn't anyone would miss me!
 
Carissidy said:
Gretchen! Where are you??
missing.gif

I love this! I sure do look cute on this page!:cheerleader:
 
erinyourpclady said:
Ummm Hello...Gretchen are you checking in or what? LOL

I'm here! I'm here! I can't stop laughing . . . :D
 
YAY!!!

Gretchen is BACK!!!
:thumbsup::D:thumbsup::balloon:
 
Nikkijo said:
Gretchen??? I miss my older sister!! Where have you been???


I'm sorry Nikki . . . I'm usually a pretty good big sister! I don't usually not talk to my little sisters for this long . . . ask Heidi I call her before work, during work, after work . . . sometimes a couple times after work . . . I spend time with her and then call her again and again . . . especially when they are trying to eat a meal!:icecream:
 
Christ Follower said:
Still no sign of her huh? Do we need to put out an APB or what?

The mystery is solved. . . just really busy
 
Carissidy said:
I am starting to think so! My goodness, Heidi! She is ok, right? Sorry just me being a worry wart about everyone.... "mother hen" I've been called before :o

Thanks for caring . . . I'm fine! I do think you girls are great for caring . . .
 
Glad you came back to say hi. You need to keep us updated on your life once in a while once you join the club you know!
 
Christ Follower said:
YAY!!!

Gretchen is BACK!!!
:thumbsup::D:thumbsup::balloon:

Boy Ellen . . . I guess you were watching for me . . . I actually received an e-mail from Friday earlier . . . I thought I should at least jump on and let you all know that I'm still here . . . I'm going to only be on for a short time it is DS birthday and we need to run out for his gift . . .
 
Christ Follower said:
Glad you came back to say hi. You need to keep us updated on your life once in a while once you join the club you know!

So I understand, I didn't think I would be missed . . . just thought I was a by stander . . . I stand corrected . . . I feel honored.
 
BigSisGretchen said:
Boy Ellen . . . I guess you were watching for me . . . I actually received an e-mail from Friday earlier . . . I thought I should at least jump on and let you all know that I'm still here . . . I'm going to only be on for a short time it is DS birthday and we need to run out for his gift . . .

Happy Birthday to your DS!:D
 

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