How Can I Effectively Recruit Hosts and Guests Without Being Pushy?

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores various personal experiences and strategies related to recruiting hosts and guests for Pampered Chef without coming across as pushy. Participants share their thoughts on effective communication techniques and the importance of follow-up in the recruiting process.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses a desire to actively recruit and seeks advice on how to approach hosts and guests without being pushy.
  • Another participant shares that a laid-back approach, such as directly asking, "so are you going to sign up or what?" can be effective, provided there is a connection with the host.
  • Several users mention that recruiting should be viewed as a process that involves multiple touchpoints rather than a one-time effort.
  • One participant notes the importance of follow-up after initial conversations, suggesting that many recruits may take time to consider the opportunity.
  • Another participant emphasizes the need to ask everyone and to be conscious about focusing on recruiting to increase awareness of potential leads.
  • One participant shares a conversational approach to recruiting, which feels less pushy and more natural.
  • Several users mention the value of utilizing resources such as training CDs and workshops to enhance recruiting skills.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best approach to recruiting, with some participants advocating for direct asks while others emphasize the importance of follow-up and building relationships over time. No clear consensus emerges on a single effective method.

Contextual Notes

Participants share experiences from their own recruiting journeys, highlighting the variability in individual approaches and outcomes. The discussion reflects a range of personal styles and techniques used in the context of Pampered Chef.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be useful for Pampered Chef consultants looking for diverse perspectives on recruiting strategies and personal experiences shared by peers in the community.

Addie4TLC said:
I recruited and qualified 19 last year. I tell them that I'm having a lot of fun with my business, who would have thought... someone who was absolutely lost in the kitchen would be successful with a business that involved cooking. (I find that more than 1/2 of my guests hate cooking or wish they could cook when I survey them at the beginning- so this comment puts them at ease as they feel the same.) Then I tell them what my goals are (being a stay home mom with my 10 and 11 year old AND GROWING A SUCCESSFUL TEAM.) I talk about how fun my meetings are and how we learn simple recipes where everyone looks like a pro in the kitchen. I tell them MANY will join, some just to try it out others will love it as a career, "I would love for you to give it a try and join my team, you will never regret it even if you find later that it wasn't for you.... but you may regret not giving it a try."
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Lightbulb moment!!! Thank you thank you thank you!!!:angel:
 
what amy said!
 
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Addie4TLC said:
I recruited and qualified 19 last year. I tell them that I'm having a lot of fun with my business, who would have thought... someone who was absolutely lost in the kitchen would be successful with a business that involved cooking. (I find that more than 1/2 of my guests hate cooking or wish they could cook when I survey them at the beginning- so this comment puts them at ease as they feel the same.) Then I tell them what my goals are (being a stay home mom with my 10 and 11 year old AND GROWING A SUCCESSFUL TEAM.) I talk about how fun my meetings are and how we learn simple recipes where everyone looks like a pro in the kitchen. I tell them MANY will join, some just to try it out others will love it as a career, "I would love for you to give it a try and join my team, you will never regret it even if you find later that it wasn't for you.... but you may regret not giving it a try."
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I love your story, it comes from the heart! No wonder you signed 19 last year~ Good job!
 
amy07 said:
Lightbulb moment!!! Thank you thank you thank you!!!:angel:
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Glad I could help. :) At one of my shows last month I recruited the host telling them that and a guest also wanted to try it out. She went under the host, but that's okay too! :)
 
Addie4TLC said:
Glad I could help. :) At one of my shows last month I recruited the host telling them that and a guest also wanted to try it out. She went under the host, but that's okay too! :)
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You are a recruiting MACHINE!!! Your team must be getting quite large!! Great job! :chef:
 
I don't remember who said it here on CS, but I loved that someone here once said, "You don't have to marry PC, you just have to go on 4 dates with it to see if you are compatable."
 
I never thought of it that way!!!! But that is a good way to look at it Ellen!!!
 
Christ Follower said:
I don't remember who said it here on Chef Success, but I loved that someone here once said, "You don't have to marry PC, you just have to go on 4 dates with it to see if you are compatable."
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Exactly, that's the idea you want to convey to people. Hopefully they start for the dates then they get engaged! LOL
 
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Christ Follower said:
I don't remember who said it here on Chef Success, but I loved that someone here once said, "You don't have to marry PC, you just have to go on 4 dates with it to see if you are compatable."
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That is soo cute! Never heard that one!
 
Christ Follower said:
I don't remember who said it here on Chef Success, but I loved that someone here once said, "You don't have to marry PC, you just have to go on 4 dates with it to see if you are compatable."
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Ooh, I'm going to use that line at my show tomorrow. I have at least 2 potential recruits that are going to be there. Maybe I can get a bunch of them to try this out together. I have to get myself to a more optimistic place than I have been lately!
 
ChefBeckyD said:
That is a good CD - it's one where there is a panel of top recruiters, and Don Funt moderates the panel. It's Jana Washatka (sp?) from Alaska who uses that wording - and she is great on the whole CD.
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Do you have this CD, Becky? I have Double Digit Recruiting from Nat. Conf '06. That's not it, is it? I'll listen again today, because I'm snowed in for now.
 
I do have that CD....I also have the one you have - with Jillian Eisenberg? That one is good too - but I really like the one with the panel, and Don Funt moderating - I don't think it's on the new supply order.
 
Well, I should have looked at this yesterday to borrow it from you! I could try to give it back much sooner than I've given back the Belinda pack you let me borrow! :)
 
JAE said:
Well, I should have looked at this yesterday to borrow it from you! I could try to give it back much sooner than I've given back the Belinda pack you let me borrow! :)
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Maybe I'll trade you the Belinda for a Don & Jana!:)

Are you coming to the recipe trial meeting on the 11th? I just picked the new chocolate cake to bring....Jen hasn't sent an email about it because she is down sick (same thing I had!) but just email her and let her know what you want to make.
 
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Hey I didn't know you ladies were cluster mates! cool!
 
heat123 said:
Hey I didn't know you ladies were cluster mates! cool!
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Well, technically, we aren't.:) We share the same SD.....but we didn't know each other til we met on here....and then I found out JAE only lives a couple blocks from my mom.....

Her cluster isn't very active, so my cluster has adopted her - she knows she is welcome to come to any of our meetings anytime! She is now one of us!
 
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ChefBeckyD said:
Well, technically, we aren't.:) We share the same SD.....but we didn't know each other til we met on here....and then I found out JAE only lives a couple blocks from my mom.....

Her cluster isn't very active, so my cluster has adopted her - she knows she is welcome to come to any of our meetings anytime! She is now one of us!
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Awe, that is soo cool! I'd love to meet you too Becky! Jill and I met at Confrence last year and were roommates!
 
a good openerI didn't read through all the posts on this thread, so I apologize if someone already suggested this!

When you discuss our business as part of your demonstration, here's a great way to begin...

"This may not be for anyone here right now, but I just have to tell you about the wonderful experience I've had with PC..."

By "letting people off the hook", they're more open to listening to what you have to say, and you've taken yourself off the "oh, she's just being pushy" list.

Also, you can play the "ask me about my job" game - set the timer for 5 minutes, every time someone asks a question about PC they get a hershey's kiss, the person with the most kisses wins a prize.

Have a great day!
 
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thanks wickednoodle that's a good opener!
 
The talk I listened to, the awesome recruiter (director or above, not sure how far above) said she sets her timer for 2.5 minutes. I haven't had a show since I listened. I'm hoping to do this next show and the next and next, etc.
 
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