Lots of Questions - Just Getting Started

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Discussion Overview

This thread features a variety of questions and answers from participants who are new to the Pampered Chef consultant experience. Topics include using the P3 system, processing orders, and understanding guest specials.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks if it is acceptable to enter themselves as the host.
  • Another participant mentions that new consultants can use their personal card for the first 60 days before needing the debit card for online orders.
  • Several users discuss the process of adding guest specials to orders, noting that a specific code must be entered.
  • One participant shares their experience of needing to enter customer credit card information when customers choose to pay by credit card.
  • Another participant explains that items can be ordered for personal use through various methods, including non-commission orders and hosting shows.
  • One participant inquires about shipping costs and how they differ for various types of orders.
  • Several users mention the differences between Pampered Partner and Pampered Partner Plus, indicating that new consultants should have the latter.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on specific processes within the P3 system, particularly regarding adding guest specials and understanding payment methods. No clear consensus emerges on some technical aspects.

Contextual Notes

Participants are primarily new consultants navigating the P3 system and seeking clarification on various operational aspects of their roles.

Who May Find This Useful

New Pampered Chef consultants may find this discussion helpful as they explore the functionalities of the P3 system and seek to understand order processing and hosting options.

turtle15
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1. Is it ok to enter myself as the host?

2. Will I be able to place orders online without the PC debit card?

I am sure I will have more but I will start with that!
 
1. in P3 there is an option to click that says consultant acting as host.

2. I'm new too, it says you can use your personal card for the first 60 days I believe, then you need to have the debit to process online. Otherwise you will have to mail payment.
 
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3. Will the guest specials automatically be added to orders over $60?
 
no, there is a special number to enter. For December, it's GQ35. Each month's host and guest special have certain codes. You can find those on the flyers that are on Consultant's Corner.
 
It will warn you if there are any orders that qualify for the special that have not been added before you submit the show.
 
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Ok - so I add them in myself? Where do I add it? I am not seeing that number as an option.
 
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4. I am assuming this is where I will add customer credit card information if they are choosing to pay by credit card?

5. Do I order items for myself through P3?

6. What if a customer wants an item shipped directly to them?
 
turtle15 said:
Ok - so I add them in myself? Where do I add it? I am not seeing that number as an option.

You click the + sign to add an item. Then just type in the code. You have to make sure the date of the show matches up with the month special you are trying to enter.
 
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babywings76 said:
You click the + sign to add an item. Then just type in the code. You have to make sure the date of the show matches up with the month special you are trying to enter.

Ok - I am missing something because when I click the + sign it asks me if I want to add a show.

I was able to enter all of the items the customer wants to purchase.
 
turtle15 said:
4. I am assuming this is where I will add customer credit card information if they are choosing to pay by credit card?

5. Do I order items for myself through P3?

6. What if a customer wants an item shipped directly to them?

4. Yes, click on the payments tab. Click the + to add a payment. Then select credit card in the drop down menu thing. Then enter the #, it already figures out what type of card it is, so you don't have to select that.

5. If you want items for yourself there's a few ways to do that. Add a non-commission order. Enter it in as a supply order, if what you want is on the list there. (go to items, click the + button, then click on the magnifying glass and you'll see there are some products there that are at a discount.) Or you can place a non-commission order, click on personal order. THen you get a 20% discount on what you want. Or if you host your own show, then you can earn the free, half-priced, and discounted products just like a regular host. You wont earn commission on what you purchase for yourself though. Also, you get PC$ depending on how many shows you submit and how much you sell in your first 30 and 90 days. Keep track of that. Also, you get a 40% discount in your 4th month (your Kit Enhancement Month). SO be careful how you spend your money. :)

6. On a guest who wants it shipped to themselves, on their Name and Address section, there is an option on the right side you can click for having their order shipped to them directly. You have to enter in the tax info for their state also.
 
turtle15 said:
Ok - I am missing something because when I click the + sign it asks me if I want to add a show.

I was able to enter all of the items the customer wants to purchase.

Are you still in the "Items" tab in the guests name? To the left of the list of their products they are getting, there is a + sign
 
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babywings76 said:
Are you still in the "Items" tab in the guests name? To the left of the list of their products they are getting, there is a + sign

Ok - I have that open and I am not seeing the + sign to the left.
 
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7. Do we pay the company the full amount and then get back the 20% from the company? (I was with a different DS company where we just kept the comission.)
 
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babywings76 said:
5. If you want items for yourself there's a few ways to do that. Add a non-commission order. Enter it in as a supply order, if what you want is on the list there. (go to items, click the + button, then click on the magnifying glass and you'll see there are some products there that are at a discount.) Or you can place a non-commission order, click on personal order. THen you get a 20% discount on what you want. Or if you host your own show, then you can earn the free, half-priced, and discounted products just like a regular host. You wont earn commission on what you purchase for yourself though. Also, you get PC$ depending on how many shows you submit and how much you sell in your first 30 and 90 days. Keep track of that. Also, you get a 40% discount in your 4th month (your Kit Enhancement Month). SO be careful how you spend your money. :)

Is there a difference for us shipping cost wise?
 
turtle15 said:
7. Do we pay the company the full amount and then get back the 20% from the company? (I was with a different DS company where we just kept the comission.)

If it's with a show, you pay the real price, then you earn the commission of 20% or so. If it's a supply or personal order, or Kit enhancement or whatever, the discount is applied right there.

Also, it shows you what the shipping costs are. I believe it's $4.25. But for supply orders, you only get one a month at the $4.25 amount. If you submit another order the same month, you'll have to pay a higher amount. (not sure how much... if it follows the direct shipping chart).

Once you get your password and can log onto Consultant's Corner, you'll want to go to the Policies and Procedures section and read up on everything. It answers a lot of questions.
 
turtle15 said:
Ok - I have that open and I am not seeing the + sign to the left.

The + sign is in a green circle thing and below it is a - sign in a red circle.
 
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babywings76 said:
The + sign is in a green circle thing and below it is a - sign in a red circle.


I am not seeing that! Hmm....
 
turtle15 said:
Ok - so I add them in myself? Where do I add it? I am not seeing that number as an option.

You would add the guest special in just like you would a regular order. so if Jane order 62.00 then in the same box you would add the guest special. If you dont know the # there is a magnifying glass right next to the box and you can click on that. The free stuff will always be towards the bottom.
 
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Jennie4PC said:
You would add the guest special in just like you would a regular order. so if Jane order 62.00 then in the same box you would add the guest special. If you dont know the # there is a magnifying glass right next to the box and you can click on that. The free stuff will always be towards the bottom.

That's just it. That number isn't showing up. I am only seeing the beaded spreader that is for sale.

Are catalog show guests aloud to earn the free product? Maybe that is it.
 
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8. What is the difference between Pampered Partner and Pampered Partner Plus?
 
you add the guest special item number just as you entered all of the items they want to order.
 
turtle15 said:
That's just it. That number isn't showing up. I am only seeing the beaded spreader that is for sale.

Are catalog show guests aloud to earn the free product? Maybe that is it.

If you hit the magnifying glass there are 3 lines 1 product name 1 price not to exceed ann product catagory. But go to the 2nd line and enter 0 and you should be able to find it.

Catalog shows can get the guest special as long as they spend 60 before shipping and tax.
 
turtle15 said:
8. What is the difference between Pampered Partner and Pampered Partner Plus?

Pampered Partner is the older version of Pampered partner plus(PP+) if you just signed you should have Pampered Partner Plus since all consultants will have to PP+
 
I signed in October and was given PP+
 
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Ah - maybe that is it. I just downloaded it from the website as I don't have my paperwork yet. Could it be that I do not have the latest version and therefore the special is not showing up?
 
yeah, i did that too, is your icon blue or have food on it?
 
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candiejayne said:
yeah, i did that too, is your icon blue or have food on it?

It has food.
 
I believe even though you down loaded it off the site you should be fine. hve no lue about the blue icon or the food. Sorry
 
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9. Sample orders - are these the real thing at a discount?
 
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turtle15 said:
Ah - maybe that is it. I just downloaded it from the website as I don't have my paperwork yet. Could it be that I do not have the latest version and therefore the special is not showing up?

Problem solved. It was the software. I downloaded the new version and found the guest special. Thanks for the help everyone!
 

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