New Mini Kit Offer: Start Your Own Business for Only $65 | April 1 - June 30

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the introduction of a New Mini Kit priced at $65 for Pampered Chef consultants, available from April 1 through June 30. Participants express excitement about the opportunity it presents for new consultants and those considering rejoining the business.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, highlights the affordability of the Mini Kit in today's economic climate.
  • Several users express enthusiasm about the Mini Kit as a great opportunity for new consultants.
  • One participant wonders if hosts can use FPV to start their businesses with the Mini Kit.
  • Another participant mentions the potential for past consultants to rejoin without needing the full kit.
  • Some participants discuss the value of the products included in the Mini Kit compared to the regular kit.
  • One participant shares their experience of having leads from a booth, indicating options for recruitment.
  • Several users express curiosity about the specifics of the kit contents and business materials.
  • One participant notes the absence of a food chopper in the Mini Kit, joking about its necessity for shows.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on whether new consultants will be able to purchase the regular kit after starting with the Mini Kit, with some expressing doubt about this possibility.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and opinions regarding the Mini Kit and its implications for recruitment and business opportunities within the Pampered Chef community.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering recruitment strategies or those interested in the new Mini Kit offer may find the discussion relevant.

Joy, You did an awesome job in such a quick turn around! I love the blast email you made in addition to updating the newsletter. Way to go!
 
I am so excited about this and thank you for the flier!
 
I think the mini kit is a good idea but if the other kit can't be purchased at a later date. That means that the consultant is going to have to buy a whole lot of products for their kit unless they never change their recipes and always do the same things.
 
~*Heather*~ said:
I think the mini kit is a good idea but if the other kit can't be purchased at a later date. That means that the consultant is going to have to buy a whole lot of products for their kit unless they never change their recipes and always do the same things.

But there are many people who already have alot of the PC kit, and don't want to re-buy it all. Or people who have been consultants, and want to give it a try again. OR - they can earn PC $$ when they start, and purchase products that way too!
 
pjpamchef said:
I'll tell you what I'm excited about! When I was down with my treatment last year and lost my Directorship all my consultants went to my upline. All of them except 1 have gone inactive and were planning on signing up under me after April 1. Now they can do it a lot easier!! So, I would be contacting inactive consultants who were thinking of maybe getting back in the business!!!!

After reading your post, I will be calling a couple of leads that I have that were previous consultants and have been inactive for a couple of years. I believe both of them had concerns about having all the products already. This would be great for those people as well!!!:love:
 
~*Heather*~ said:
I think the mini kit is a good idea but if the other kit can't be purchased at a later date. That means that the consultant is going to have to buy a whole lot of products for their kit unless they never change their recipes and always do the same things.

I agree with Becky, they may already have a lot of products. Or they can earn unlimited amount of PC$ to get more products.
 
BlessedWifeMommy said:
That is a good question, I wonder if the tote is included in the "every thing you need to do your first 4 shows?

I would bet that it's only what you see in the photo (plus paperwork). The apron is shown, but not the tote... so I am guessing that is all you get.
 
~*Heather*~ said:
I think the mini kit is a good idea but if the other kit can't be purchased at a later date. That means that the consultant is going to have to buy a whole lot of products for their kit unless they never change their recipes and always do the same things.

They will earn PC $$$ and can buy whatever they want.
 
I wish they would have had this when I started...I had almost every item in my kit and it was kind of frustrating to spend money on items I had--my recruiter had a good point that it's nice to not have to raid your kitchen before every show though :-)
 
PampChefJoy said:
Is that anything like Staples' EASY button? :D

Are you calling yourself easy?

*snort*
 
That is GREAT! I hope they do something similar here in Canada!
I think it is a great "re-recruiting" tool!

Kari
 
chefann said:
Are you calling yourself easy?

*snort*

That's what my husband says... <did I say that out loud?>
 
PampChefJoy said:
Is that anything like Staples' EASY button? :D

PampChefJoy said:
That's what my husband says... <did I say that out loud?>

If you are what you eat, I'm cheap, fast and easy. :D
 
If you are what you eat, I'm new, improved, and fat-free.
 
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chefann said:
If you are what you eat, I'm cheap, fast and easy. :D

lol, you kill me Ann!:p
 
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Here's the additional info about the mini kit:
As announced yesterday, the exciting new Mini Kit was revealed to a national audience today on Fox’s The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet. From now through March 31, continue to share the March kit rebate with all your new contacts and at your Shows. The New Consultant Kit is the best way to start a Pampered Chef® business, and with the 50% rebate when your new Consultant submits at least $1,250 in commissionable sales in their first 30 days, it's an extraordinary value. You’ll find training materials and full details about the Mini Kit in the April Consultant News, which will post March 31. In the meantime, please take a moment to review the following questions, so you’ll be prepared to address any inquiries you might receive.

* Can I participate in the New Consultant Rewards Program with the Mini Kit?Yes! You can use the Pampered Chef® dollars you earn through the New Consultant Rewards program to get additional products and business supplies.
* Can I use a Host Kit Credit with the Mini Kit?No, the Mini Kit is designed to be a terrific way to get started for only $65. The Host Kit Credit only applies to the $155 New Consultant Kit.
* If I purchase the Mini Kit can I convert to the $155 New Consultant Kit later?No, but you can easily add products by hosting a Grand Opening Show. You can also add products and additional business supplies by using the Pampered Chef® dollars you earn through the New Consultant Rewards program.
* Can I use a Quick Start Box with the Mini Kit?No, the paperwork contents of the kits are different. The Mini Kit contains enough paperwork for four Shows.

When the Mini Kit is available April 1, contact everyone you've spoken to in the last six months who expressed interest in the opportunity, but said they couldn't afford the initial investment. Take charge, take action! The Pampered Chef is a registered trademark. Please do not reply to this e-mail. It is not set up to accept replies. You are receiving this e-mail because you are a Consultant with The Pampered Chef, Ltd. If you received this e-mail in error, please send a separate e-mail to [email protected].
 
I think this is a great idea and I hope they keep it.

Here's what's missing from the mini kit:

* Simple additions caddy ... used this one from time to time but don't need it.
* Saute pan (never used it at a show)
* Microplane grater (used it at one show ... but could do without it.)
* Mandoline (used at some shows but frankly, I'm not a big fan.)
* Large turner (OK, can somebody tell me why they include such a large turner with such a small pan?)
* Measuring cup (but they do get themeasure-all)
* Mini Muffin Pan and tart shaper (never used it at a show.)
*Cooling rack ... which is nice, but I find it's not too noticable at shows.
* Basting brush (but they can get one free for spending $60)
* Measuring spoon (rarely used at a show)
* Prep bowls (but we only get 2 anyway.)

Oh, and the food chopper .. but guess what? If she's a true PC addict, she probably already has one ... or can borrow one from somebody else?

When I first started, I felt like I didn't have nearly enough products to make the recipes I wanted to make. What did I do? I put my nose to the grindstone, sought to earn PC dollars, and spent them on kit enhancement in my second month. (Then I won the spree, but that's another story.)

I have offered to loan my products to consultants who are near me, and will continue to do so.

This is a great plan ... and I hope it leads to more recruits for all of us!
 
I was looking at the recipes they give in the new mini-kit, and you really do need the Mandoline (for the pizza), and the food chopper is handy for the nuts on the brownies. If they had those two products in there, it would have really been better....but for that person who does already have alot of products, yes, I can see this being a great thing.
 
It's also missing the whisk and the mini serving spatula.
 
did we deceide if the bag comes with the kit or not??? If not any suggestions on what to tell recruits to use???
 
I'm more likely to use a whisk at a show anyway ... and the mini serving spatula is easily obtained.The point of that little rant is that someone looking to build their kit and make other recipes will probably choose things OTHER than those listed here. Instead of the mini skillet, the microplane and the mandoline, for instance, they'll get the family skillet. And they may have lots of product already.
 

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