I Have a Potential in Zip Code......

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses concerns about recruiting in areas with existing Pampered Chef consultants, specifically focusing on a potential recruit in the 55301 zip code in Minnesota. Participants share their experiences and perspectives on the impact of consultant density on business success.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses concern about the number of consultants in the area and seeks advice on how to alleviate this concern for a potential recruit.
  • Another participant notes that the number of consultants in an area is less important than how one manages their personal business, sharing their own experience of rarely doing shows in their local area.
  • One participant mentions that Pampered Chef does not provide statistics on consultant density, but shares that many nearby consultants are hobbyists who do not significantly impact their business.
  • Another participant reflects on their friend's excitement and fear about joining, suggesting that these feelings are normal and manageable.
  • A participant living close to the area advises that personal connections and willingness to invite people to host are more crucial than the number of consultants nearby.
  • One participant highlights that being new to the area and lacking connections is a challenge for the potential recruit, but emphasizes that starting small can lead to growth.
  • Another participant shares their experience of consistently encountering new people at shows, suggesting that business opportunities exist regardless of consultant density.
  • One participant recalls a presentation at a conference showing that even in areas close to headquarters, there are neighborhoods with no prior hosting experience, indicating untapped potential.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the significance of consultant density in a given area. Some participants believe it is not a major concern, while others acknowledge it as a challenge for new recruits.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and insights related to recruiting and building a business in areas with varying numbers of consultants. The discussion reflects a range of perspectives on overcoming initial challenges in networking and hosting.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering recruitment in areas with existing consultants may find the shared experiences and viewpoints relevant to their situations.

pcsharon1
pcsharon1
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I have a potential recruit that lives in the 55301 zip code in Minnesota. She is concerned about how many other consultants might be living there.

First, how to I help alleviate this concern and second is anyone in that area that can give me a some info on how many people are actively working in that area. It's Otsego just outside Minneapolis.

Thanks
 
It doesn't really matter how many consultants are in one area, it's how you work your personal business. I hardly ever do shows in the area that I live in!
 
Pampered Chef doesn't release statistics about how many consultants are in an area.

Honestly, there are a ton of consultants around me, but it doesn't hurt my business. Most of them would be considered hobbiests, and only do 1-2 shows a month, if that.
 
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I know, I've told her both of those things but she is still leary of there being too many. She is excited at the thought but scared at the same time - which is right where she should be actually, so I guess there really isn't a problem. Since she is a really good friend I guess I am handling her differently than I would any other recruit and I shouldn't be.
 
I live less than an hr from this town. Truthfully she is so close to 2 major metropolitian areas I would not worry about it. It is not how many cons. there are it is who she knows and is she willing to invite all of those people to host?
 
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That is her main issue. She is fairly new there and doesn't know a lot of people. So she would simply be starting with the neighbors and trying to work her way up from there. She's still considering.
 
Here's another take on it. I live 45 mins from HO. You would think that every one around here would know about PC. You know what? At almost EVERY show I do, there is someone there who is there for the first time!Business is everywhere!
 
pcsharon1 said:
That is her main issue. She is fairly new there and doesn't know a lot of people. So she would simply be starting with the neighbors and trying to work her way up from there. She's still considering.
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That was me too. I just started with a few friends and a few and worked at it. If she is willing to work it and think outside the box she can do it.
 
DebbieJ said:
Here's another take on it. I live 45 mins from HO. You would think that every one around here would know about PC. You know what? At almost EVERY show I do, there is someone there who is there for the first time!

Business is everywhere!
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I loved how at NC last year they showed the map of a neighborhood in Chicago. You would think with HO being right there it would be saturated with consultants. But there were several blocks that had never hosted a party before.
 

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When you mention "I have a potential in zip code...", you are indicating that you believe there is an opportunity for direct sales or recruitment in that specific area. This could be due to a variety of factors such as demographics, market demand, or existing customer interest in Pampered Chef products.

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