I Am so Frustrated With the New Consultant Kit Ship Times!!! :Mad:

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around frustrations related to the shipping times of new consultant kits, particularly how delays impact new consultants' ability to start their businesses effectively. Participants share their experiences and concerns regarding the timing of kit arrivals in relation to scheduled shows.

Discussion Character

  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses frustration over delays in receiving new consultant kits, which affects their team's ability to conduct shows.
  • Another participant shares their experience of having a recruit sign up close to their first show, highlighting concerns about the timing of kit arrival.
  • Several users mention the need for a grace period before the 30-day incentive period begins, allowing new consultants time to familiarize themselves with products.
  • One participant notes that they are prepared to lend their products to new consultants who may not receive their kits in time for their shows.
  • Another participant discusses the backlog at the home office and its impact on shipping times for consultant orders.
  • Some participants suggest that quick start boxes could help mitigate the paperwork issues associated with delayed kit arrivals.
  • One participant mentions the need for communication with the home office regarding the adjustment of the 30-day period based on kit arrival dates.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the effectiveness of current shipping practices and the need for a grace period. No clear consensus emerges on how to address the shipping delays.

Contextual Notes

Participants are primarily consultants discussing their personal experiences with the new consultant kit shipping process and its implications for their teams.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who are navigating the challenges of onboarding new team members and managing show schedules may find the shared experiences relevant.

HO uses an estimated date for the Day 1, not the actual delivery date. They use the distance from HO to estimate the delivery time, based on FE's standard delivery estimates. If it is very far off from the actual date of delivery, then by all means, have your recruits contact HO when they do receive their kits.
 
My customers orders have been coming a day before or right on the projected delivery date. I'm in North Carolina
 
I singed my recruit on the 22nd and she got her kit this past week, although they only gave her s/s catalogs and not any f/w.
 
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iddlebiddle said:
I singed my recruit on the 22nd and she got her kit this past week, although they only gave her s/s catalogs and not any f/w.
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Did she look in the box with her products? My new consultant called me in a panic because there weren't any f/w catalogs. I asked her if she had looked in the product box yet...she looked and there were a pack of 25.:rolleyes:
 
JerrySue said:
Okay ladies, you have me in a panic. My kit is being ordered tomorrow, but 1st show is on Thursday Feb 8th. Odds are that the box will arrive that day or the day after. I'm in Texas, way away from HO. My director has yet to receive the Quick Start for me that was ordered 8 days ago.

Question1: Should I reschedule my 1st show? Or should director be helping me?

Question2: Are the customer orders running late to, or is it just our stuff?
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do you know what recipe you're making yet?? I'd definitely see if you can borrow tools from your director or other clustermates. Especially because it may help calm your nerves by practicing the recipe and playing with the tools lots. Just see what your director can loan you. I wouldn't cancel your show because that's a GREAT start! I think everything seems to be a little bit late right now, but don't worry...the kinks will get worked out!!
 
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