Is the $55 Spring Launch Registration worth it compared to last year's $50 fee?
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Discussion Overview
The thread discusses the perceived value of the $55 registration fee for the Spring Launch event compared to last year's $50 fee. Participants share their thoughts on the cost, location, and personal experiences related to attending the event.
Discussion Character
- Opinion-based
- Anecdotal
- Exploratory
Main Points Raised
- One participant notes that the $5 increase is minimal and not surprising given rising costs in general.
- Another participant expresses that the cost is reasonable for a one-day event packed with activities.
- Several users mention the benefits of local training and networking opportunities at the event.
- One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares excitement about the event being closer to their location this year.
- Another participant expresses disappointment about the event's location being far from them, highlighting travel costs.
- Some participants discuss their travel plans, with varying distances and costs associated with attending the event.
- One participant mentions that the registration fee is a good deal compared to the larger conference fee.
- Several users express enthusiasm about the event and the potential for product giveaways.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ regarding the significance of the price increase, with some participants seeing it as negligible while others express concern about travel costs and logistics. No clear consensus emerges on the overall value of the event.
Contextual Notes
Participants share personal experiences and logistical considerations related to attending the Spring Launch, including travel distances, costs, and the excitement surrounding the event.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants considering attending the Spring Launch may find the discussion relevant for understanding different perspectives on the registration fee and travel considerations.
wadesgirl
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wadesgirl said:Everything seems a little low! Only 160 in Omaha - that's probably half our group alone
I'm confused though. If we hit 16,000 then we all get an extra product but the locations that reach over 40% get in a drawing for another spring product? Is that right?
Haha, I am out of the loop, I did not know there were any carrots being offered and I am an executive carrot chaser!
wadesgirl
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Becca_in_MD
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Chef Bobby
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lcucinella
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chefliz
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Chef Bobby
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ChefBeckyD
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CLM40
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CLM40 said:
I can say I understand counting every penny. We're a family of 3 (soon to be four) on less than 20k a year. Please understand that Spring Launch (and Ntnl Conference) are worth EVERY SINGLE PENNY you put in. I went last spring and am looking forward to going again. I've never paid a cent of the paycheck, always used PC $$ or change jar funds.
Like I said, it's all what you get out of it and it's definately worth it.
ChefBeckyD
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CLM40 said:
Whether or not you want to/can pay the cost of the registration is not what makes it expensive. You threw it out on an open forum that it was too expensive - and it's not expensive. Have you ever priced training for companies? And this one includes New Products & Supplies for everyone who attends, plus lunch. Too expensive? It's actually a really great value for the money.
pamperedlinda
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thepartylady
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I just informed my DH that I have decided to not attend Spring Launch. He just looked at me, shook his head and went back to his computer work. Airline prices have gone up about $100-RT would be approx $600. Soooo...since it would take at least four days to drive from Alaska that option is not really available for me. (I would love a road trip, but not in wintery conditions thru the middle of Canada.) For those of you who live close enough to drive a couple hours, and it is in your budget, you really should go.
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Chef Bobby
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Everyone talking about the expense of it. I planned ahead for the room Friday night by getting an Hilton Honors American Express card. With the first purchase they gave me 30,000 points. The hotel room only took 12,500. Hilton Honors also has a Visa card that I plan on getting that offers the same deal. My room at the Hilton for conference will also be piad for by points.
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pamperedlinda
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A few years ago I was living on $20 a week in groceries, so I can understand the poster who said that the price is too expensive. It is too expensive to her. If it's not too expensive for you, that's great, you are blessed. But we're all over the map on what we can afford. I guess those of us who can afford to go (I paid with PC dollars, and for me, it's just an hour and a half or so away) will have to share what we learned with those who can't go.
BethCooks4U
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I agree about how smart using the card/hotel points is but consider this: The room is deductable on your taxes if you pay for it when on a business trip so pay for the room for spring launch and National Conference and use the free rooms you earn for vacations. I always try to stay at a hotel that I can get points for so that we can do some fun trips other times of the year.
Chef Bobby
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