Is Tom Really Leaving PC for PQ?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around the speculation and eventual confirmation regarding Tom's status with Pampered Chef, particularly his resignation as a Director while remaining a consultant. Participants share their thoughts on Tom's impact, express concern over his departure, and discuss the implications of his new venture with another direct sales company.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions hearing rumors about Tom leaving Pampered Chef and expresses hope that it is not true.
  • Another participant notes the absence of Tom's name from recent recognition lists, indicating a change in his activity level.
  • One participant shares their personal connection with Tom and expresses a desire to respect his privacy regarding the situation.
  • Several participants express sadness at the thought of Tom leaving, highlighting his inspirational role within the community.
  • One participant confirms that Tom has resigned as a Director but remains a consultant, citing respect for Pampered Chef in his decision.
  • Another participant expresses admiration for Tom's decision to resign properly before joining another company.
  • Some participants discuss their feelings about Tom's potential departure and share their experiences with other consultants who have left the company.
  • Several users mention their interest in Tom's new venture and express hope for his continued success.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the implications of Tom's resignation, with some expressing sadness and concern while others show support for his decision to pursue new opportunities. No clear consensus emerges on the overall impact of his departure.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal anecdotes and reflections on Tom's influence within the community, as well as their own experiences with changes in leadership among consultants.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in community dynamics and personal experiences related to leadership changes may find this discussion relevant.

Tracy I really appreciate that...thank you for coming back and correcting yourself. It's unfortunate that so many people love to gossip so much that they will just run off with the tiniest piece of info - true or not - and really spread lies. There is a PERSON on the other end of those vicious rumors, and usually that person gets hurt in the process.

Tom is a good friend of mine, and it just ticks me off that people can be so rude and hateful about someone they don't even know beyond a "big screen" or his name in the newsletter. Your Director was wrong in fueling that fire just to get a rise from her cluster meeting. I'm sure you'll go back next month and stop that before it starts again... or at least encourage people to find out for themselves by asking him for the truth. ;)

If someone has a question, they just need to call him. Or email him a number, and he'll probably call. :)
 
Pampered Laura said:
Actually, right now he is still a Consultant.
He was not trying to recruit @ conference. If someone you know knows someone who (see the 3rd hand information reference here?) went up to him and specifically asked him for more info about PQ, then maybe they were asking. I'd be willing to bet that you don't have the entire story. ;)
So, if that's the situation, it's very different than recruiting - or soliciting, so don't go around spreading false statements, please...

He told many people "no" who wanted more information, including a few upper level directors. I witnessed him *not* recruiting with my own eyes. IMO it's kind of silly to lose respect for someone when you don't even know what's true/untrue.

First of all, considering all the crap that he's been through this year would put most people in the freakin' loony bin, I think he's handling his situation pretty damn well. He has every right to fly right off the handle, but he's consistently maintaining an attitude of GRACE. Some of which a few other people could stand a few doses of...
So... if he had an attitude (or maybe he was tired? Or bored? Or upset?)... When the home office upper management staff spends their time harassing you and your downline during conference functions, and then asks you to put on your happy face to walk on stage, yeah... maybe sticking a hand in your pocket is a good idea. LOL. ;)
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I am glad that you have cleared up things. Like I said...it was just an observation of mine and I shouldn't have posted it. I REALLY hate gossip and this is why. I was just stating my own observations and interpretations...that doesn't mean that they are a true representation, but there are those that may take my words as gold. Please don't. Laura is much closer to Tom and I respect what she is telling us. We could only hope to be as successful as Tom in our business! I will still look up to him as a leader in PC. I sincerly wish him all the best (and you too Laura:( )
 
You are right Laura. I am glad we could clear the air.

Tracy
 
Pampered Laura said:
He told many people "no" who wanted more information, including a few upper level directors. I witnessed him *not* recruiting with my own eyes. IMO it's kind of silly to lose respect for someone when you don't even know what's true/untrue.
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Oh, wow! He was at Wave 1 and I never noticed him on stage? How'd that happen?
 
I remember when Tom came on stage and stood in the door and put his hand in his pocket. I actually commented on it. I didn't know all the stuff going on until I came back and read Laura's thread. At the time I just thought he was acting silly. Hey, if you had the success that he has then you have a right to act silly sometimes. I don't know what all has been said or done on either side...and I really don't want to know. That is none of my business. I wish Tom and Laura the best of luck in their new venture.
 
baychef said:
I am glad that you have cleared up things. Like I said...it was just an observation of mine and I shouldn't have posted it. I REALLY hate gossip and this is why. I was just stating my own observations and interpretations...that doesn't mean that they are a true representation, but there are those that may take my words as gold. Please don't. Laura is much closer to Tom and I respect what she is telling us. We could only hope to be as successful as Tom in our business! I will still look up to him as a leader in PC. I sincerly wish him all the best (and you too Laura:( )
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Ann, no problem! It's fine to post observations, I dont think you were spreading rumors - just your observation about his attitude. And hey - I could be wrong about why he may have had an attitude, too! He's a guy afterall, don't all guys have that c0cky attitude naturally? ;) :D
 
MomToEli said:
Oh, wow! He was at Wave 1 and I never noticed him on stage? How'd that happen?
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Nah, he was wave 2. He came a day early with his upline, and I saw him before I left town. :)
 
Pampered Laura said:
Ann, no problem! It's fine to post observations, I dont think you were spreading rumors - just your observation about his attitude. And hey - I could be wrong about why he may have had an attitude, too! He's a guy afterall, don't all guys have that c0cky attitude naturally? ;) :D
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You bet! Like you said...he's been through a lot so it must have taken a lot of kahunas to get up on stage and pretend all is well.
And yes, I was in Wave 2 and this is when he was on stage.
 
Pampered Laura said:
Nah, he was wave 2. He came a day early with his upline, and I saw him before I left town. :)
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Glad to know I'm not totally batty. I would love to have seen him. I hope he (and you) do great with your new venture. Have you held any shows yet?
 
Submitted my first catalog party last night (4 orders/$711) and have 7 shows scheduled this month... our team is growing & doing really well. Thanks for asking! :D
 
Pampered Laura said:
Submitted my first catalog party last night (4 orders/$711) and have 7 shows scheduled this month... our team is growing & doing really well. Thanks for asking! :D
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Great job! I'm sure you'll do well!
 
Pampered Laura said:
Submitted my first catalog party last night (4 orders/$711) and have 7 shows scheduled this month... our team is growing & doing really well. Thanks for asking! :D
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That's awesome! Glad to hear it's going well.:p
 
Now - do you think we could just let this thread die?
 
Here is Tom with his hand in his pocket, btw... looks pretty GQ to me.
http://tommarston.privatequarters.net/MyStory.aspx
The same kind of attitude that supermodels have, IMO. ;)
By the way, The Outfit (tm) was picked out by his downline! Haha ;)
 
I am pointing this out, only cuz I think it's just his fun personality:

When I went to conference 3 years ago, I am pretty sure he had the same thing going on....hand in his pocket as he walked. Lots of guys would do that! I didn't see anything c0cky about it at all....

I am not commenting on him otherwise, cuz I don't know him...just sounds like he would be a blast at his shows! The rest of it is all hear-say and gossip! I really hope that he (and you too Laura!!!) have a booming success with PQ!
 
Pampered Laura said:
Here is Tom with his hand in his pocket, btw... looks pretty GQ to me.
http://tommarston.privatequarters.net/MyStory.aspx
The same kind of attitude that supermodels have, IMO. ;)
By the way, The Outfit (tm) was picked out by his downline! Haha ;)
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He's so cute! Were those PC flip flops on his feet? I gotta coment on his email address though.....'beddingwithtom'....sounds rather risque to me.....;)
 
Linda~

Your new avatar picture is very cute!!
 
pamperedlinda said:
He's so cute! Were those PC flip flops on his feet? I gotta coment on his email address though.....'beddingwithtom'....sounds rather risque to me.....;)
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LOL his downline consultants picked out his clothes for him.. everything on him was brand new, and after all that, he FORGOT to wear his BELT! Doh! :p
I love the flip flops. So very metro! :D

About recruiting @ conference (yes this is dead subject matter, but I thought this was interesting)... jean jonas emailed him a 'script' he could say to people about PQ, and believe me, he's well UNDER what he is allowed to say. He doesnt even go as far as what Jean told him to. So... *shrug*

And Linda... yes - he has a really fun personality. That "pocket" thing is just so "him". Seriously. LOL ;)
 
Pampered Laura said:
........, he FORGOT to wear his BELT! ......
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I figuered that since he was wearing flip flops he just said to hell with the belt!
 
He sure is a cutie.. I'd bed with TOM! LOL trick. It's cute and a bit risque.
 
pamperedlinda said:
He's so cute! I gotta coment on his email address though.....'beddingwithtom'....sounds rather risque to me.....;)
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I was thinking the same thing.:p
 
heat123 said:
He sure is a cutie.. I'd bed with TOM! LOL trick. It's cute and a bit risque.
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Sorry hun, I don't think Tom would "bed" with you...you're the wrong gender for him ;)
 
Oh, I know, it was a joke silly!
 
I hope he's doing well in his new venture! People change "jobs" all the time for one reason or another. I hope he's as successful at PQ as he was at PC.
 
SilverCeladon said:
I hope he's doing well in his new venture! People change "jobs" all the time for one reason or another. I hope he's as successful at PQ as he was at PC.
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I have no doubt he and Laura will succeed the way they did with TPC!;)
 
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