Is This Pampered Chef Consultant Violating Policies with Multiple Websites?

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses concerns raised by participants regarding a Pampered Chef consultant who appears to be violating company policies by maintaining multiple websites and social media pages that link to her official Pampered Chef site. Participants share their observations and experiences related to this situation, including reporting her activities and the implications of her actions.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses frustration over a consultant who has created multiple websites and links to her Pampered Chef site, suggesting this may violate company policies.
  • Another participant mentions that the consultant was reported previously and speculates on whether it is the same individual who announced a grand opening on Facebook.
  • Several users note the importance of new consultants understanding the terms and conditions, indicating that these guidelines are readily available.
  • One participant shares that the consultant removed several links after being contacted, but still retains the Pampered Chef logo and images on her site.
  • Another participant highlights the issue of the consultant using Pampered Chef recipes without proper credit, which could also be a policy violation.
  • Some participants discuss the ongoing visibility of the consultant's Facebook page and the potential for further violations, including listing discontinued items and linking to her official site.
  • One participant mentions reporting the consultant to the Home Office, indicating that they provided details about multiple policy violations.
  • Another participant reflects on the consultant's apparent lack of awareness regarding policy restrictions, questioning her motivations for maintaining multiple platforms.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ among participants regarding the consultant's awareness of policy violations and the appropriate actions to take. Some participants agree on the need for reporting her activities, while others express frustration over her actions without a clear consensus on the best course of action.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and observations related to the consultant's activities, reflecting a range of opinions on the implications of her actions within the community.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in understanding the boundaries of policy compliance and the community's response to perceived violations may find this discussion relevant.

esavvymom
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http://www.opensourcecook.comThis is CLEARLY a consultant who purposely has created several websites for business. She has a link called "Pampered Chef" that takes you right to her official PWS. She also has a link for "Become a Pampered Chef". There is a link buried in that page that takes you to her PWS. AND she has a Facebook site with all her stuff there too. She appears to be from Michigan based on Area code.
Her PWS calendar shows a recent Grand Opening...and she notes that she just qualified, so she's obviously new. But new or not, we all got the Policy & Procedures- anyone can read! If she can put together this elaborate extra website (with links to her PWS)- both violations, she can read the P&Ps! :grumpy:I found it searching for a couple recipes that I didn't have the cookbooks for and that aren't on here. I knew "non-consultants" had some sites with a few recipes. But that's how I found this.I'm not the type to snitch, but I'm irked. :grumpy: Normally, I'd just politely email the person- maybe they weren't aware, but come on! How many ways can you break the rules??
 
I think she was found out last week? Or she sounds oddly like the gal that someome else found on FB announcing her "grand opening". And was reported. But maybe it's a different person?
 
I really think directors need to stress that new consultants read the terms and conditions that are printed on the back of the paper kit agreements, can be printed at the time of signing up on line and are posted online. This is the FIRST thing listed so even if someone skims they SHOULD see that restriction. lol:rolleyes:
 
Someone reported her earlier this week and it looks like she did take down several things. The other thing I find funny is that she is using PC recipes but isn't giving them credit. You aren't supposed to post a PC recipe without the copy right information.
 
I sent her a message today via her website and now all the other PC links have been removed. However, she still has the PC logo and pictures. Not sure if her FB page is still active.
 
wadesgirl said:
Someone reported her earlier this week and it looks like she did take down several things. The other thing I find funny is that she is using PC recipes but isn't giving them credit. You aren't supposed to post a PC recipe without the copy right information.
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And in those recipes - every PC product is a link back to her website.
 
I think it's interesting that she'll list all the discontinued items and does still have links to her official PWS but says she won't mention new products because she doesn't know if she's allowed! I can't imagine it will take long for HO to find her FB page. Talk about against the rules!
 
yeah, this one is really ticking me off for some reason. If you look through her recipes, all the PC ones have links to her PWS. I hope she gets shut down soon.
 
So have any of you reported her to HO? They may not be aware of the "sneaky" ways she is doing it. You would think if she got caught for one way, she would know the rest are "against policies"!
 
pcchefjane said:
So have any of you reported her to HO? They may not be aware of the "sneaky" ways she is doing it. You would think if she got caught for one way, she would know the rest are "against policies"!
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DONE. We'll see what happens.
 
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The thing that bugged me is that she doesn't just have ONE site- but that main one. FB site is just a side- thing really. The one with all the recipes is what killed me.
Why bother? She has a PWS site for goodness sake! Use THAT.Glad to know I wasn't the only one who thought this. :)
 
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Wow. I just went to her Open Source cook site- and it's been completely CLEANED OUT! I can't find any reference to PC anywhere...not even recipes.She's a quick learner. :)(edit- ok...ALMOST completely..looks like she has a few links in a few recipes- but only if you search for pampered chef did I find them) -but least she appears to be working on it.
 
she must have a lot of spare time on her hands to do all this
 
Um, she still has the logo on her home page.
 
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DebbieJ said:
Um, she still has the logo on her home page.
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Not when I look at it. Maybe you have a cached version in your browser?? (My browser cache clears automatically when i shut down- which I did this afternoon)

She still has a few links buried in some old recipes.
 
Discontinued items are still listed by # and description on the home page at the botttom and a link on the left side to discontinued.... but her FB page os GONE>>> I can't believe people can get away with that.
 
esavvymom said:
Not when I look at it. Maybe you have a cached version in your browser?? (My browser cache clears automatically when i shut down- which I did this afternoon)

She still has a few links buried in some old recipes.
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You're right, I had a cached version.

But the recipes still have buried links. Grr.
 
This sounds like one that was brought up last week that I reported to HO then. In my note to HO I indicated that she not only had links, but was violating intellectual property rights by including pics, logo and recipes, so she may have gotten a more firmly worded note than usual.
 
Just saw this on FB:Pampered Chef Cookware | FacebookWhat's interesting are the comments made on the wall. Here's one where it has the person's name and picture: As an Independent Sales Director with the Pampered Chef, I am proud to represent such a great company. Even in our harsh economic times, sales of our products have remained strong because my customers are entertaining at home more, going out less, and needing quality products in their kitchens that stand the test of time, come with a great guarantee, and make cooking fun. It's the best!
 
pcchefjane said:
So have any of you reported her to HO? They may not be aware of the "sneaky" ways she is doing it. You would think if she got caught for one way, she would know the rest are "against policies"!
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I reported all her links a few days back.

Facebook
Open Source Cook Website
Linked In

We have to have a little patience and let HO do their job.
 
She was reported on 1/26 at least...
 
babywings76 said:
Just saw this on FB:

Pampered Chef Cookware | Facebook

What's interesting are the comments made on the wall. Here's one where it has the person's name and picture:

As an Independent Sales Director with the Pampered Chef, I am proud to represent such a great company. Even in our harsh economic times, sales of our products have remained strong because my customers are entertaining at home more, going out less, and needing quality products in their kitchens that stand the test of time, come with a great guarantee, and make cooking fun. It's the best!
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WOW! That's more like advertising central!!! "If you're a consultant - put your ad here"
 
babywings76 said:
Just saw this on FB:

Pampered Chef Cookware | Facebook

What's interesting are the comments made on the wall. Here's one where it has the person's name and picture:

As an Independent Sales Director with the Pampered Chef, I am proud to represent such a great company. Even in our harsh economic times, sales of our products have remained strong because my customers are entertaining at home more, going out less, and needing quality products in their kitchens that stand the test of time, come with a great guarantee, and make cooking fun. It's the best!
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Has anyone reported this one yet?
 
etteluap70PC said:
Has anyone reported this one yet?
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Nope, but I know A LOT of consultants here are in that group...
 
Looks like she is coming back guns a blazin', but is still in violation with her FB page and her "Pampered Chef business" page. I left a comment to that effect. I hope HO contacts her soon.http://www.opensourcecook.com/2009/01/29/320/
 
WOW - can't get more brazen that that one! I reported it too. It's like she's daring you call her on it.
 
did you see her PC page? http://www.opensourcecook.com/become-a-pampered-chef/
 
Wow, she it gutsy. I will give her that!
 
Wow. She truly doesn't understand the legalese. I get that ingredients are facts, but how those items are put together is the creative process which is covered by copyright. (Uh, that's my interpretation...I could be totally wrong...but for now, that's my story and I'm sticking to it)

In today's world of blogging, HO really needs to address the internet restictions in every issue of CN (IMHO).
 
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