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 said:
9. Sample orders - are these the real thing at a discount?

You are given the opportunity to purchase the new items introduced this selling season at 50% off through the samples order. They are bundled into groups, so you can pick what ones you want. You can only get one of something, so you can't purchase 2 groupings that repeat some items.
 
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Is this something most people do? Is this the best/cheapest way to get these products?
 
I did this and got a few things, I didnt have a lot of money to spare, but it was a nice way to get some good deals on things I wanted.
 
turtle15 said:
Is this something most people do? Is this the best/cheapest way to get these products?

It's the cheapest price you can get them right now. But, make sure you really want what you get. Make sure you look at all the bundles and see your options. These are the new products that we had the opportunity to earn them for free during the last Sell a Thon. What I didn't earn for free, I looked through and only bought some of.

Generally speaking, you should make a list of what you really want. Look through recipes, see what products are needed. There are some things that you may want to get first to have for your shows (and home use). It depends on how much money you want to spend. You can do fine with just sticking to the products in your starter kit. Then as you earn PC$ and commissions, buy the products on your wish list.

Sometimes I wish that I had been able to control myself like that. ;) I'm the kind of person that loves everything PC and want it all! So when I first started, I took advantage of all the opportunities to get the best deal on things. I bought all the samples, all the products on the supply order that were offered, then used my PC$ for most of that. Then I hosted my kick-off party and got the knives as my 1/2 price combo and a lot of other things I really wanted for shows (and home use) with my free product value I earned. But I joined PC for the fun of it, to get the discounts and free stuff, and also a small paycheck. (of course now I want bigger paychecks and to be more than a hobbyist) If you joined more for the income, then I would hold off on spending your own money. Wait till you earn commissions and PC$, or have show benefits from hosting.

That's my 2 cents anyway. ;) Others may have better advice. :)
 
what is the dollar amount to be qualified as a consultant? i know it's 4 shows, but is it $1K or $1250?

also, how do i connect my personal website shows to P3? is that what PWS means?
 
jodie said:
what is the dollar amount to be qualified as a consultant? i know it's 4 shows, but is it $1K or $1250?

also, how do i connect my personal website shows to P3? is that what PWS means?


It's 1250 to qualify
 
Actually now it is 4 shows OR $1250 in sales, not both!! I guess that has been a recent change. I am new- still in 90 days
 
jodie said:
what is the dollar amount to be qualified as a consultant? i know it's 4 shows, but is it $1K or $1250?

also, how do i connect my personal website shows to P3? is that what PWS means?

If you enter your show on your website, there is a button that says to create it in P3. Just click on that. Then when you are in P3, click on PWS synchronization
 
I would definitely recommend you having a grand opening show with you as a host to be able to earn the free & discounted products that are on your wish list. Friends & family are usually more than willing to help you get your new adventure started. My GO had about $1000 in sales & I got 11 bookings. It was a great start for me & I earned so many of the products that I use in my demos.
 
I am probably just blind and will feel totally dumb when someone answers.....but I need to print an extra receipt from a past show. Thank you ahead of time....
 
You should be able to click on the show listed, then listed just below the "shows" tab and over to the right it says "print sales receipt". Just click on that and then check mark the name of the guest who you need a receipt for. Then just go through the prompts and it'll print out. HTH! :)
 
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.

You can just put in the December special number which is GQ35 for this month. The total has to be $60 BEFORE tax and shipping to get that.

Guests don't "earn" free product. They can get the Guest Special that is free, but that is different from free product.

If you don't mind my asking, has your Recruiter or Director not done any training with you on P3? I know I was pretty much floating alone on it when I started but I am doing training with my Recruit today when I help her submit her first show. We're glad to help you. Just thought your Recruiter or Director could be "sitting beside you".
 
mscharf said:
Actually now it is 4 shows OR $1250 in sales, not both!! I guess that has been a recent change. I am new- still in 90 days

I joined on November 11, 2007. It was 4 shows or $1,250 then. I barely got my 4 shows since I had little training from my Recruiter and Director. I am going to do better to my own Recruits!
 
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pcchefjane said:
You can just put in the December special number which is GQ35 for this month. The total has to be $60 BEFORE tax and shipping to get that.

Guests don't "earn" free product. They can get the Guest Special that is free, but that is different from free product.

If you don't mind my asking, has your Recruiter or Director not done any training with you on P3? I know I was pretty much floating alone on it when I started but I am doing training with my Recruit today when I help her submit her first show. We're glad to help you. Just thought your Recruiter or Director could be "sitting beside you".


I signed on Mon. night and was submitting an order Thurs. to get in time for Christmas. My director had shows Wed. and Thurs. night. Plus I am gung-ho so I was just getting on P3 and checking it out.

I know they can't earn "free product", I was just talking about the free spreader - and the guest had spent $60. The problem was that I had the old software. Once I downloaded the new software I found it no problem.

Thanks for your help everyone!
 
Pampered Partner is the previous version of our software. Pampered Partner Plus (aka P3) is the version you are using.
 
babywings76 said:
You should be able to click on the show listed, then listed just below the "shows" tab and over to the right it says "print sales receipt". Just click on that and then check mark the name of the guest who you need a receipt for. Then just go through the prompts and it'll print out. HTH! :)
I will look for that the next time I open P3. Thank you!
 
turtle15 dont forget that when the host spends $60 out of pocket before tax she cn also get the guest special free.
 
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Jennie4PC said:
turtle15 dont forget that when the host spends $60 out of pocket before tax she cn also get the guest special free.

Does that include host specials and 1/2 price and discounted items?
 
Yes it does. If the Host total equals $60 before tax and after all discounts, she gets it too. P3 is great to tell you that before you close the Show though. I had forgotten that $700 gets the Host a 3rd 1/2 price item and it prompted me to do it.
 

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