Lost Consultant Update: Potential New Member Joins!

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around the experiences of participants regarding the recruitment and retention of consultants within the Pampered Chef community. Participants share personal stories about losing and gaining team members, as well as their feelings about these changes.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses disappointment over losing an active team member but remains hopeful for her return in the future.
  • Another participant shares a similar experience of having a recruit who never qualified and is working on finding more recruits.
  • Several users mention personal challenges, such as balancing work and family responsibilities, which impact their business activities.
  • One participant highlights the positive energy of a new recruit who is enthusiastic about starting her journey with Pampered Chef.
  • Another participant reflects on the ups and downs of team dynamics, noting a pattern of team members coming and going.
  • One participant shares a personal milestone of closing out shows and achieving sales goals, while also expressing excitement about their new recruit.
  • A participant provides information about a retroactive sales waiver that could help a recruit stay active, framing it as a potential option for discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the challenges of recruitment and retention, with no clear consensus emerging on the best strategies to manage these situations.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and feelings related to their roles as consultants, emphasizing the emotional aspects of recruitment and team dynamics.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for relatable experiences regarding team management and recruitment challenges may find this discussion insightful.

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Well, I just talked to my lone active consultant... I am very glad that she made the call and let me know what was happening, but a bit disappointed to lose her on my team...... I was about to finally become a Future Director, but she'll be inactive on the 1st now.

Anyway.... she returned my calls to just let me know that she wasn't going to be able to continue with PC at this time. She has yet to qualify, so I encouraged her to keep the catalogs she has and when things calm down for her to feel free to pick it back up (I won't get the recruiting points for her, but I'll survive that...)

I'm glad she was honest and didn't just "drop off the face of the earth" and I can only hope that me being understanding and not pressuring her will play a role in her returning to my TEAM when she's ready.....

And TOMORROW I sign a new consultant who shows a lot of promise in the business!!!! She's getting her shows lined up and is super excited!!!!!
 
Congrats on the new recruit! So sorry about losing your other, though. I understand. I have a 1 recruit who has never qualified. I'm working on getting more, though. Have a few interested, just "not the right time."
 
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Thanks, Rae! I also have another one that just never bothered to qualify.... she's not ever going to, either........ sucks!!!

I'm just having that kinda day, I guess...... I was supposed to work at my other job today but my daughter is sick, so I had to stay home with her....... did I mention it's my Birthday? UGH! Oh well.... the BDay celebration will be this weekend, instead and I'll work a long day on Thursday, I guess.....

This evening and tomorrow I'll be trying to close out the rest of my Feb shows........
 
1/3 coming, 1/3 working, 1/3 going...
 
Oh, Celest, you poor thing. Happy birthday. Things will get better, and you'll have a great time at you celebration. I just know it.
 
Congratulations on your new recruit. I hope this new person qualifies for you.
 
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Thanks! I'm just whining about it for a moment.... I'm all better. I really have a positive outlook and I know I can still achieve Directorship by June 1st!!!!!!!
 
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Well, I went to pick up the kids' RX at the pharmacy and salvaged my day!!! lol The girls there were sooooo thrilled to see a PC catalog! one girl said she would call me tomorrow and another said she would show the catalog around and asked me to stop in on Friday (I'll stop in tomorrow, though, since I didn't have any order forms with me, just the catalogs...)

And then my new recruit called me and was sooooo excited!!!! Her enthusiasm is truely contagious!!!!!! :)
 
When one door closes another opens...
 
Paige Dixon said:
1/3 coming, 1/3 working, 1/3 going...
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Love this!! It explains what is going on with my team right now.
 
I guess your birthday had some good results!
 
Great job Celeste! Happy late birthday as well!
 
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My new consultant signed yesterday! And she's showing up on my IPT this morning! WOOHOO!!!!!

And then I finished closing out 3 shows yesterday, ending my month at $2500 :) By June 1st (when I STILL plan on accepting my directorship) I want to be averaging at least $3000/month, so I'm on the right track, and February had just kinda fizzled out for me, so I know that I can reach my goals!!!!!

Now I'm off to start typing up my newsletter.... my new recruit wants to do her newsletter, too and I told her I'd send mine to her and she can copy it. I haven't done a newsletter in ages!!!!!
 
Celeste - as for your recruit that went inactive today....if she is still interested in qualifying, but cannot do it yet, she can get a retroactive sales waiver. She pays $25 and stays active for another month. As long as she gets her request in by the 20th of this month, she will still be seen as not inactive and you can still get trip points when she does qualify. If she is only one show away, you might want to ask one of your good catalog hosts to gather some orders for your consultant. Hosts get to choose their consultant, so this is not a problem. Then, help her submit it, she will get commission to cover the $25, you will get trip points, she will see how easy it can be to stay active ($200 every two months) until it is time for her to step it up...and she gets to help YOU out! It doesn't hurt to try this. If this is about as clear as mud, email me and I'll walk you through it [email protected]
 
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Kate~ Thank you for the info. I will send her an email with that info and give her a call to let her know to CHECK her email (she admitted the other day that she rarely checks it and when she does, she's only looking for specific emails...) HHHMMM I wonder if she'll be interested in doing this? Well, it can't hurt to bring it up... the worst she can do is say "no", right? (well, I'm sure she could do worse things, but she's actually a really pleasant gal and felt very bad about this.....)
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean when a lost consultant updates their status to a potential new member?

A lost consultant updating their status to a potential new member indicates that they are considering rejoining the team or the business. This can be an opportunity for the team to reconnect and support them in their decision-making process.

How can I support a lost consultant who is considering rejoining?

You can support a lost consultant by reaching out to them, offering encouragement, and sharing any updates about the business or team. Providing information about new products, training opportunities, and success stories can help them feel more confident about their decision to rejoin.

What are the benefits of a lost consultant rejoining the team?

When a lost consultant rejoins the team, they bring valuable experience and knowledge from their previous time in the business. This can lead to increased sales, a stronger team dynamic, and the potential for mentorship opportunities for newer consultants.

What should I do if I want to reach out to a lost consultant?

If you want to reach out to a lost consultant, start by sending a friendly message or email expressing your interest in their well-being and inviting them to discuss their thoughts on rejoining. Be open and supportive, allowing them to share their feelings and concerns without pressure.

Are there any incentives for lost consultants to rejoin?

Yes, many direct sales companies, including Pampered Chef, often offer incentives for consultants who decide to rejoin. These can include discounts on products, bonuses for achieving certain sales goals, or special promotions designed to help them get started again successfully.

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