JaimeQ
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Inactivity & Reactivation: What to Know
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Discussion Overview
This thread discusses the implications of inactivity for Pampered Chef consultants, including the process of reactivation and the impact on sales and recruitment. Participants share personal experiences and clarify the requirements for maintaining active status and reactivating after a period of inactivity.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Technical explanation
- Opinion-based
Main Points Raised
- One participant inquires about the consequences of going inactive and the steps needed to reactivate.
- Another participant shares details about the inactive status, including the loss of career sales and personal recruits upon reactivation.
- Several users mention the requirement of submitting $200 in sales within one month to reactivate after inactivity.
- One participant expresses concern about a recruit potentially going inactive before qualifying, affecting their incentive points.
- Another participant notes that even if a recruit goes inactive, they can still reactivate later.
- One participant suggests adding an order to a recruit's show to help them reach the $200 requirement.
- Another participant confirms that consultants on a leave of absence can still submit shows to avoid going inactive.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ on the best approach to support recruits facing inactivity, with some participants suggesting proactive measures while others emphasize the importance of individual initiative.
Contextual Notes
Participants share their experiences and concerns regarding consultant status and the effects of inactivity on their business metrics and incentives.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants looking for clarity on the implications of inactivity and reactivation processes may find this discussion relevant.
JAE
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Inactive Status
After any two consecutive months of commissionable sales
totaling less than $200, your status becomes “inactive.” An
inactive Consultant loses the privileges listed previously under
“Active Status;” however, they retain access to Consultant’s
Corner for twelve months and can place Supply orders
(excluding product) and submit Shows.
In addition, inactive Consultants forfeit the following:
• Career sales credited to them. They will revert to $0 in
career sales, which means their commission rate will be
20 percent upon reactivation.
• Personal recruits. They will be assigned to your recruiter
and will not be reassigned to you upon reactivation.
Consultant Resignation. If you wish to resign, please send
a written letter of resignation to the Home Office and to
your Director. Once resigned, you will lose the same benefits
as outlined under Inactive Status. Resignation dates are
effective on the first business day of the month.
After any two consecutive months of commissionable sales
totaling less than $200, your status becomes “inactive.” An
inactive Consultant loses the privileges listed previously under
“Active Status;” however, they retain access to Consultant’s
Corner for twelve months and can place Supply orders
(excluding product) and submit Shows.
In addition, inactive Consultants forfeit the following:
• Career sales credited to them. They will revert to $0 in
career sales, which means their commission rate will be
20 percent upon reactivation.
• Personal recruits. They will be assigned to your recruiter
and will not be reassigned to you upon reactivation.
Consultant Resignation. If you wish to resign, please send
a written letter of resignation to the Home Office and to
your Director. Once resigned, you will lose the same benefits
as outlined under Inactive Status. Resignation dates are
effective on the first business day of the month.
JAE
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Might need this too:
CONSULTANT STATUS
Active Status
To remain active, you must submit at least $200 in
commissionable sales in every consecutive two-month
period (current and previous).
As an active Consultant, you are entitled to:
• Receive information and mailings from the company
• A merchandise discount on orders for personal use
• Purchase samples and supplies
• Access to Consultant’s Corner on our Web site
• Weekly Bites — weekly e-mail communication from
the company. (If you don’t register an e-mail address
with Home Office, you may request a print version of
Weekly Bites for a $4.00 monthly charge, applied as
a commission adjustment. Contact the Solution Center
to make this request.)
CONSULTANT STATUS
Active Status
To remain active, you must submit at least $200 in
commissionable sales in every consecutive two-month
period (current and previous).
As an active Consultant, you are entitled to:
• Receive information and mailings from the company
• A merchandise discount on orders for personal use
• Purchase samples and supplies
• Access to Consultant’s Corner on our Web site
• Weekly Bites — weekly e-mail communication from
the company. (If you don’t register an e-mail address
with Home Office, you may request a print version of
Weekly Bites for a $4.00 monthly charge, applied as
a commission adjustment. Contact the Solution Center
to make this request.)
chefann
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JAE
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Left the reactivation part out. Here it is:
Reactivation
When an inactive Consultant wishes to reactivate and
sell again, the following guidelines apply:
After 1 - 11 Months of Inactivity*
Submit $200 in commissionable sales in one month.
*Liability insurance will accumulate while inactive and be
deducted from the commission check.
After 12 or More Months of Inactivity
At this point, a Consultant must submit a new Consultant
Agreement and pay the new kit fee plus sales tax. A new
Consultant number will be assigned. The Consultant is
eligible for the New Consultant Rewards program. The new
Consultant can be recruited by the original recruiter or by
any other Consultant or Director.
NOTE: Consultants may submit orders while inactive.
However, orders of less than $200 in commissionable sales
do not qualify a Consultant to become reactivated.
Reactivation
When an inactive Consultant wishes to reactivate and
sell again, the following guidelines apply:
After 1 - 11 Months of Inactivity*
Submit $200 in commissionable sales in one month.
*Liability insurance will accumulate while inactive and be
deducted from the commission check.
After 12 or More Months of Inactivity
At this point, a Consultant must submit a new Consultant
Agreement and pay the new kit fee plus sales tax. A new
Consultant number will be assigned. The Consultant is
eligible for the New Consultant Rewards program. The new
Consultant can be recruited by the original recruiter or by
any other Consultant or Director.
NOTE: Consultants may submit orders while inactive.
However, orders of less than $200 in commissionable sales
do not qualify a Consultant to become reactivated.
JaimeQ
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What if they go inactive before they ever qualify? I have a recruit that has done 3 shows and if she doesn't submit $200 by the end of this month, she'll go inactive without ever qualifying! (we've already put in for her leave of absence 2 other times!) That means I wont get my 2000 points towards my trip! WHAAAA. But if that happens, can she become active again?
chefann
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Evelynt
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If her catalog show has been going for a month, then it is probably done. If it is very important to YOU for her to qualify maybe you can add an order to her show to make it $200.
If it is not important (I know how disappointing it is to not have them qualify) then let it go. We can't want their success more than they do.
If it is not important (I know how disappointing it is to not have them qualify) then let it go. We can't want their success more than they do.
missydivine
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JaimeQ
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does inactivity mean in the context of Pampered Chef?
Inactivity refers to a period during which a Pampered Chef consultant does not meet the minimum sales or activity requirements set by the company. This could include not placing orders, not hosting parties, or not recruiting new team members for a specified duration.
How long can I be inactive before my consultant status is affected?
The specific duration of inactivity can vary, but typically, if a consultant does not meet the minimum requirements for a consecutive period of six months, they may be considered inactive and could lose their consultant status.
What are the minimum activity requirements to maintain my status as a consultant?
To maintain active status, consultants are usually required to achieve a certain level of sales, which may include a minimum number of parties hosted or a specific dollar amount in sales within a given timeframe, often quarterly or annually.
How can I reactivate my consultant status if I have been inactive?
To reactivate your consultant status, you typically need to meet the current activity requirements, which may involve placing a qualifying order or hosting a party. It's best to check with your director or the Pampered Chef website for specific reactivation guidelines.
Will I lose my downline if I become inactive?
If you become inactive, you may not lose your downline immediately; however, if you remain inactive for an extended period, you could lose your status as a leader and any associated benefits, including commissions from your downline's sales. It's important to stay engaged to maintain your leadership position.
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