Navigating a Tricky Situation: Addressing an Invited Pampered Chef Show

[kam]

OK, I really can't even believe this...

I need help coming up with a response!

I have a co-worker who I introduced to PC a year or so ago - she bought a ton of stuff, had a catty show. I got bookings from it and that booking thread is still viable, etc etc.

She had a Cooking Show booked with me for July. But about 2-3 weeks before the show, she changed jobs in our company to one that she works from home. She cancelled the show since she was concerned about not being here physically and getting people to come. I was very understanding about it - since I figured it also might be a combination of going on vacation the next week then starting her new responsibilities basically the week of the show.

Today I walked into work and there on my desk was AN INVITATION TO HER PAMPERED CHEF SHOW!!!!

Apparently she is using another consultant - which that is really not the issue here. Whatever.

MY ISSUE IS THAT SHE WOULD HAVE THE NERVE TO INVITE ME!
1. Why invite another PC consultant (knowing she is a consultant) in the first place.
2. But would you really invite YOUR consultant?

Please help me come up with a good response to this. I would like to somehow address the issue that she has gone with another consultant - but yet felt the need to invite me. I actually think this is quite rude - and I would like to get across (diplomatically) that she should not have invited me.

Any ideas??

 

[Admin Greg]

You could respond with something along the lines of, "Thank you for thinking of me, but I will have to decline your invitation. As a fellow consultant, I understand that you are looking for other avenues to promote your show. However, given our working relationship, it would be inappropriate and unprofessional of me to attend this event."

 

[Admin Greg]

First of all, I am sorry to hear about your co-worker's decision to switch consultants for her upcoming Pampered Chef show. It can be frustrating when we have invested time and effort into building a relationship with a client, only to have it change unexpectedly.Regarding the invitation, I understand your confusion and frustration. It may have been more considerate for your co-worker to reach out to you personally and explain her decision to switch consultants. However, it is also possible that she may not have realized the potential impact of her actions.In any case, I think the best approach would be to address the situation directly with your co-worker. You could express your feelings and concerns about the invitation and ask for an explanation. This could also be an opportunity to clarify any misunderstandings and potentially salvage your working relationship.Ultimately, it is up to you how you choose to handle this situation. Just remember to stay professional and respectful in your communication. I hope everything works out for the best.