Leadership Discussion Board - About New Products, Etc.

[Omarakeen]

Hello Everyone... Is ther a list of things new. And when will they be available to purchase?

 

[mom2leelee]

All that I see is "Color Coated Santoku Knife - $16.00 artichoke" ...I wonder if it will be available in lilac too??

Your right I typed the wrong color, there is only artichoke as far as I know. I am just excited that there is one in color and that's cheaper. I have had TONS of people very interested in the santoku but turn it down because of the price. It's hard to push such an expensive knife in my area for any reason so I'm thinking I will sell a ton of the cheaper ones, plus who doesn't like color!

 

[jenniferknapp]

The entire thing is artichoke, I am very interested in seeing it, in person (and to try it)....especially with the blade!

 

[PamperedChefDebi]

The fact that the blade is also artichoke is kinda weird to me. Is it just me?

 

[jenniferknapp]

Yeah that is what I meant, it just came out in a round about way! ...hmmm I hope it doesn't look too cheap, then people may not buy it because of that!!

 

[PampMomof3]

The fact that the blade is also artichoke is kinda weird to me. Is it just me?

Nope, it's me too! It seems too strange to me. I guess I'll have to put it in my hands in 3 weeks when it gets delivered from FEDEX!

 

[PampMomof3]

Yeah that is what I meant, it just came out in a round about way! ...hmmm I hope it doesn't look too cheap, then people may not buy it because of that!!

EXACTLY!

 

[Koolotus]

I just rechecked the email Darby sent out it said that the april guest special is lilac and artichoke MICROFIBER towels...which were NOT announced and don't seem to be in the Product line.

 

[jenniferlynne]

How did you find out the blade was artichoke? I went back and looked at the pictures but I didn't see it. That does sound strange!!

 

[jenniferknapp]

How did you find out the blade was artichoke? I went back and looked at the pictures but I didn't see it. That does sound strange!!

Someone that got info from their director/recruiter mentioned that the entire thing was artichoke..

 

[jenniferknapp]

I just rechecked the email Darby sent out it said that the april guest special is lilac and artichoke MICROFIBER towels...which were NOT announced and don't seem to be in the Product line.

on the day 1 spoilers thread, in the first set of notes it says:

"MicroFiber Towels - $8.50 in artichoke and lilac"

I am assuming someone said mint green instead of artichoke...easy mistake.

and I am almost positive that the incentive flyer said that the product will not be available in the product line..

 

[cajunchelle]

ADDED: Level 4 of Trip: Anyone can earn Level 4 this year. It adds extra days to either the Washington D.C. trip or the London trip.

 

[gilliandanielle]

The Spanish flyer said that the green (I did say mint!) and lilac microfibers weren't in the catalog, and Ann didn't mention them. I saw on someone else's notes that they were on there. Also the Spanish flyer said that the trifle bowl is only available in April, which obviously wasn't true if they are putting it on the cover!!

 

[jenniferknapp]

I guess it is still a mystery!! and since it will be a guest special, I would assume it is under $15...$20 max!

 

[thechefofnorthbend]

The Spanish flyer said that the green (I did say mint!) and lilac microfibers weren't in the catalog, and Ann didn't mention them. I saw on someone else's notes that they were on there. Also the Spanish flyer said that the trifle bowl is only available in April, which obviously wasn't true if they are putting it on the cover!!

See....I said that I had no way to verify any of it...its called CYA!!

 

[PamperedChefDebi]

Someone that got info from their director/recruiter mentioned that the entire thing was artichoke..

I'm that someone! Yes, it was in the notes my Director sent me that are posted on one or two other threads.

 

[jenniferknapp]

Thanks Debi ...sorry, I have read so much in the past 2 days!!!

 

[gilliandanielle]

Ann said the artichoke knife was more "kinda fun" than a serious kitchen tool!

 

[klsnyder]

Do you always get points for recruits? I signed someone last week. How many points will I get for that, when she qualifies?

 

[Jilleysue]

I just feel overwhelmed. I feel like I have been building my products up, and now all new stuff is coming out.....Just when I am booking shows to make money....other consultants will have new products out there to show. How do I keep up?

 

[lilscrapmama]

I agree...but am still excited

I just feel overwhelmed. I feel like I have been building my products up, and now all new stuff is coming out.....Just when I am booking shows to make money....other consultants will have new products out there to show. How do I keep up?

I know what you mean...I just became a consultant & have been trying really hard build up what I have...and NOW everythings NEW but I am excited to SEE the new stuff, but since im a new consultant, this is my starter month..i also want NEW stuff

 

[jrstephens]

I just feel overwhelmed. I feel like I have been building my products up, and now all new stuff is coming out.....Just when I am booking shows to make money....other consultants will have new products out there to show. How do I keep up?

I do not think you will have a problem keeping up. I still use older products and just talk about how they are upgraded to be so much better and that one of the reasons I am selling it to get them all for free!

 

[jenniferlynne]

I just feel overwhelmed. I feel like I have been building my products up, and now all new stuff is coming out.....Just when I am booking shows to make money....other consultants will have new products out there to show. How do I keep up?

Jill,

It does seem that way in the beginning, but just hang in there. You of course never have to purchase the new items, but you sure do sell more if you have them. Eventually, you will be getting so many bookings that you will start earning some of the new stuff and won't even have to buy all of it or any of it. I invested a pretty good amount this Fall, but made more in commission the first month than I spent on the products (and I spent quite a bit!). I ended up earning level 2 of the sell-a-thon (never earned more than level 1 before) in November, so I will have even less to invest this time! Just be consistent and it will happen. Even if you don't know how to cook

 

[klsnyder]

Jill,

It does seem that way in the beginning, but just hang in there. You of course never have to purchase the new items, but you sure do sell more if you have them. Eventually, you will be getting so many bookings that you will start earning some of the new stuff and won't even have to buy all of it or any of it. I invested a pretty good amount this Fall, but made more in commission the first month than I spent on the products (and I spent quite a bit!). I ended up earning level 2 of the sell-a-thon (never earned more than level 1 before) in November, so I will have even less to invest this time! Just be consistent and it will happen. Even if you don't know how to cook

I totally agree....It will all come together, you just have to buckle down and sell!!!!

 

[chefjeanine]

You don't have to have the item to sell it. . .our catalogs are very well done.

It does seem overwhelming at first but as stated by several folks, soon you'll be earning products for free. Also, the ones you really want can be purchased for 1/2 price or another reduced rate.

Hang in there and enjoy the excitement of a new selling season.

 

[Jilleysue]

Yeah I have invested quite a bit so far, so I wondered if others have done that. I didn't want to be the crazy one that has spent more than I have earned. I just figured, the more I have to show, the more people will buy and then and then the more I will earn. I may buy a few new things...but I really want to push what I have now so I earn stuff, that will be much more fun.

 

[thechefofnorthbend]

Yeah I have invested quite a bit so far, so I wondered if others have done that. I didn't want to be the crazy one that has spent more than I have earned. I just figured, the more I have to show, the more people will buy and then and then the more I will earn. I may buy a few new things...but I really want to push what I have now so I earn stuff, that will be much more fun.

No hon, you're not crazy. I have spent about $1,000.00 more or less then what I have earned in commission, but I too want to have whats "eye candy" to my customer base, keeo them coming back. I seem to, by years end, break even. I say, better to be safe then sorry, and If I earn duplicates, the more the merrier!

 

[ChefBeckyD]

Yeah I have invested quite a bit so far, so I wondered if others have done that. I didn't want to be the crazy one that has spent more than I have earned. I just figured, the more I have to show, the more people will buy and then and then the more I will earn. I may buy a few new things...but I really want to push what I have now so I earn stuff, that will be much more fun.

Jill, almost all of the consultants I know take to shows only what they need for their demo, and maybe a few new/favorite pieces. That's all I take with me! I used to feel like I needed EVERYTHING too, but after a while, that need isn't so great anymore! I have things now that have never even been out of their boxes, or they've been out, and are now back in.....For example - I've never used or opened the largest Chillzane server piece - but I've sold quite a few of them. I would suggest just purchasing the pieces that you are interested in using yourself, and wait to earn the other stuff.....oh - and I have learned that the seasonal colored stuff, unless it's something I will use myself, is definitely not a priority for me! (here for 6 months and then it's history!)

 

[jenniferknapp]

And, if you want to try a product for a recipe, or have a host or guest that would really really like to see a product that you don't have, you can ask your director if she has it and see if you can borrow it....i've done this before! and the guest did buy it (smooth edge can opener) ...and i would have bought one for myself, but I earned it in in my SS first...

 

[Jilleysue]

Phew ok...thought I was going crazy..having more boxes come for me than guests....LOL Although I am having so much fun and trying to buy only the basics and not the things that just look pretty. I am trying to buy the things that I really think people will buy. Plus reading on here what the top 10's are and stuff. I have been reading everything in site to make sure my money is being spent wisely. You guys are a great help. I just can't wait to earn stuff so I have two of everything and dont have to unpack to use something...LOL