How Far Are You Willing to Drive?

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores participants' experiences and thoughts regarding the distances they are willing to drive for Pampered Chef shows. Various personal anecdotes highlight the factors influencing their decisions, including potential bookings, family commitments, and the overall value of the drive.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shared that they drove over an hour and 15 minutes for a show and are contemplating the value of such long drives for future bookings.
  • Another participant mentioned they drive 13 hours to Colorado for family visits and conduct shows there, indicating a willingness to travel far for both personal and business reasons.
  • Several users noted that one hour is typically their maximum driving distance, with some expressing a preference for shorter trips to maintain family time.
  • One participant shared their experience of driving 1.5 hours for a show but found it unenjoyable, leading them to limit future drives to 30 minutes or less.
  • Another participant mentioned they are willing to drive up to 2.5 hours if they ensure the show will be profitable, emphasizing the importance of host coaching.
  • One participant expressed enjoyment in the drive, particularly when it allows for personal time away from children, while others highlighted the stress of driving in adverse weather conditions.
  • Another participant shared their strategy of scheduling multiple shows in the same area to minimize travel frequency.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ significantly regarding the acceptable driving distance for shows, with some participants willing to travel long distances for potential bookings, while others prefer to keep their drives short due to personal commitments and experiences.

Contextual Notes

Participants' experiences vary widely based on personal circumstances, such as family obligations, the profitability of shows, and individual comfort with long drives.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to Pampered Chef consultants considering how travel impacts their business and personal life balance.

I will drive pretty much anywhere. I have driven 13 hours one way to Wisconsin to do a few weekend shows, and always try to recruit when I am away like that. ITs a great tax deduction.
Even if I know I am going somewhere and I am not going to do a show, I try to place an ad in the local paper there for recruiting interviews, just so I can deduct my trip!
 
cathyskitchen said:
Sorry, I just re-read my note and realized it was confusing. The PP lady didn't do her presentation before me - the host "D" did her presentation before me (Home Interiors), then the jewelry, then me. I left before the PP lady did hers, and she did mention that she wouldn't do a presentation until everyone under 18 was out of the house (there were about 8 kids there!!). She didn't put anything out on her table that was "X" rated, either. She was very nice and I really liked her - no problems with her at all - she even helped me pack up! :)

Now, correct me if I'm wrong (because I've never had a PP), but they aren't allowed to show their products with children or men in the house. They can't even be in the house. She probably could've had more tact in letting ya'll know, but I don't think she just made that up to be difficult.
 
MissChef...funny, I can't post a quick reply either! I don't recognize any of the gals in your upline. My director (advanced) is Joanne Mendive (Kellogg); then Jeanne Turner (California), then Robin Anderson (California).

Maybe we'll meet someday at a regional or joint training in the area. I don't think there has been a regional meeting in our vicinity for over 4 years so we are due.
 
Chef Kearns said:
Now, correct me if I'm wrong (because I've never had a PP), but they aren't allowed to show their products with children or men in the house. They can't even be in the house. She probably could've had more tact in letting ya'll know, but I don't think she just made that up to be difficult.
I also do Temptations Parties. We are in compititon with Passion Parties, as far as our company goes men can be at the parties we actually try to get co-ed parties. People under 18 can be in the house, but not at the party. Does that make sense? ummm...for instance my last party the lady's husband watched her children in the basement/play room for the party.
 
Because of where I live, I'm willing to go just about anywhere for a party. Matter of fact I have a party 285 miles away about 4.5 hrs in good weather. Because Wyoming has so few people (not complaing...actually love it) you pretty much have to be willing to travel.
 
WyomingsPamperedRancher said:
Because of where I live, I'm willing to go just about anywhere for a party. Matter of fact I have a party 285 miles away about 4.5 hrs in good weather. Because Wyoming has so few people (not complaing...actually love it) you pretty much have to be willing to travel.

I know a successful director who lives in Northern Michigan; she always achieves TPC in personal sales every year! I asked her one time how she managed to do that way up there in the forest (That's pretty much whats up there). She had a one sentence answer: "I'm willing to drive".
 

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