How Long Does It Take in This Business Before One Gets Past the

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores the experiences of participants regarding feelings of nervousness and anxiety before cooking shows. Many share their personal journeys and the challenges they face in overcoming these feelings, while also celebrating their successes during shows.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses ongoing nervousness before cooking shows despite having been in the business for several months.
  • Another participant shares that making mistakes can humanize the presenter and may even help in recruiting potential consultants.
  • Several users mention that they also experience anxiety before shows, indicating a shared feeling among participants.
  • One participant notes that they manage to stay calm during frantic shows, suggesting that experience can help alleviate nerves.
  • Another participant discusses their struggle with being a control freak and questions whether guests typically help during demonstrations.
  • One participant describes a method of engaging guests by having them choose tools to use during the demo, which can lead to humorous interactions.
  • Another participant echoes this method, sharing that it has worked well for them as well.
  • One participant reflects that even after 1.5 years, they still feel nervous before shows, which they consider a natural part of the experience.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the extent to which anxiety diminishes over time, with some participants expressing hope that it will improve while others share ongoing struggles with nervousness.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to public speaking and engaging with guests, highlighting the emotional aspects of presenting cooking demonstrations.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who experience anxiety before presentations or are looking for ways to engage guests during cooking shows may find these shared experiences relatable.

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How long does it take in this business before one gets past the nervousness and anxiety before a cooking show? I was a nervous wreck this morning! I have such a hard time talking to people I don't know and I am always afraid of making mistakes. I have been doing this since November of last year so you'd think I would be getting past all that. I just hope it isn't like this before every show! But, I do have to say the show was a success. So far the total commissionable sales are at $1,200.00 and she is still getting outside orders.:D Needless to say I am very excited about that...I just don't like the anxiety.
 
Just remember that everyone is human, and everyone makes mistakes! It makes the guests feel like you aren't a perfect professional chef, and that makes it a little easier in the eyes of a potential recruit!! GREAT JOB with the show, that is a great start!
 
Great job! I'd like to know that the anxiety gets better too! You must have seemed confident to the guests to have sales like that!
 
I've been doing this since August '06, and my tummy is LOADED with butterflies before the show................you're not alone! ANyone out there...does this EVER go away??!?!? I'm comfortable doing it, I just get a little freaked out when there are all of these people standing in front of me!!
 
Okay, the best way to get rid of the nerves is to realize that you will get more bookings and recruit leads if you are not perfect!!!! That and getting the guests to do most of the work.
 
Good point. Now, here's the question. I'm kind of a control freak. So - it's going to be difficult for me to have guests do the work. Has there ever been a time that you ask for guests to help, and no one WANTS to?!?!? Or do they usually help? I've never had the guests help. I've had the HOST help out from time to time. I don't try to be perfect...but like I said, just a little control issue here!! My DH tells me I'm warped!! but that's another story for another time!! LOL!!!
 
I usually have someone come up and try the food chopper or something easy.

For race shows, it's a bit more frantic since they are doing everything, but I manage to stay calm. :)
 
The best way is to take a handful of smaller tools and place them on the table as you are getting set up. Then when people are coming in, have them choose a tool. Then when it is time to use that tool in the demo, have them come up and use it. This can get very hilarious when you have couples. Have the wife choose a tool for the husband. When he comes up to use it he has to give at least one other use for the tool. This can get really racy!
 
cmdtrgd said:
The best way is to take a handful of smaller tools and place them on the table as you are getting set up. Then when people are coming in, have them choose a tool. Then when it is time to use that tool in the demo, have them come up and use it. This can get very hilarious when you have couples. Have the wife choose a tool for the husband. When he comes up to use it he has to give at least one other use for the tool. This can get really racy!
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Oh yeah, I've done this too, although not with couples. It works out really well!
 
I still get nervous too right before show time 1.5 years later! I think it's natural, especially if you aren't real comfortable with public speaking but once I am up there and into the demo it goes away. You are definitely not alone!
 
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Thanks everybody! I really appreciate your support.
 
pcchris said:
Good point. Now, here's the question. I'm kind of a control freak. So - it's going to be difficult for me to have guests do the work. Has there ever been a time that you ask for guests to help, and no one WANTS to?!?!? Or do they usually help? I've never had the guests help. I've had the HOST help out from time to time. I don't try to be perfect...but like I said, just a little control issue here!! My DH tells me I'm warped!! but that's another story for another time!! LOL!!!
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Knock, knock!Who's there?Control Freak. Now, you say, "Control Freak, Who?":D:D:D:D:D:DIf you get to a point that you have no stage fright at all before you start a presentation, it's time to consult a professional because there is something wrong with you!
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How long does it take to get past the initial learning curve in Pampered Chef?

Typically, it takes about 1 to 3 months for new consultants to get past the initial learning curve. During this time, you'll familiarize yourself with the products, sales techniques, and the Pampered Chef business model. Engaging in training sessions and practicing your sales pitch can help speed up this process.

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