New Recruit-Doesn't Want to Start Until Middle of May

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses the challenges and considerations surrounding a new recruit's decision to delay joining until mid-May, particularly in relation to generating sales and bookings before her grand opening in June.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal, Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions their new recruit wants to wait two weeks to sign up, as she cannot hold her grand opening until June 7th.
  • Another participant suggests that if no one can book a party for her, the focus should be on what works best for the recruit.
  • One participant shares their experience of encouraging the recruit to create a list of 100 contacts to drum up shows, emphasizing the importance of a strong start for long-term success.
  • Another participant notes they have two recruits waiting until the end of May due to scheduling issues, expressing concern about the impact on points but prioritizing their success.
  • One participant emphasizes that the recruit's comfort and pace should be prioritized, suggesting that pressure could lead to frustration.
  • Another participant proposes that it might be beneficial for the recruit to wait for a strong start and suggests sending out postcards and emails to announce her upcoming involvement.
  • One participant expresses a desire to help the recruit get bookings before her grand opening but acknowledges the importance of not pressuring her.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best approach to support the recruit, with some participants advocating for a focus on her comfort and success, while others express concern about the timing and potential impact on points.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and opinions regarding the timing of recruitment and the importance of a supportive start for new consultants.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who are navigating the recruitment process and considering how to support new team members in their initial stages may find this discussion relevant.

amyscookinggear
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My new recruit definitely wants to join but doesn't want to sign up for another two weeks because she can't hold her grand opening until June 7th. Any ideas to help her generate shows sales before then to get her quailified in 30 days? I want those bonus points. I gave her almost all the bookings from the show but they won't be until the end of June.
 
Is there anyone else that can book a party for her? If not, it's more about her than you!
 
Have her do the list of 100. Have her call everyone and drum up some shows. I know the points are important to you, but having a strong recruit with a good start is better for both of you in the long run.
 
I've actually got 2 people that are waiting until the end of May to start because of scheduling issues. It's a bummer about the points, but I do want them to be successful in the long run so that they will stick with it and have fun too.
 
It has to be about her and what's going to work for her the best. If she feels pressure to do a lot in only 2 weeks of time, it might frustrate her and turn her off. I'd just make sure she knows about all the great benefits of getting in as much as she can right away (all those PC$). Make it about her, and she might just surprise you.
 
It might be better for her to wait...it benefits both of you is she can have a strong start. In the meantime, maybe have her send out postcards and emails telling everyone she starting PC...you never know what will come from that!
 
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Guess, I'm not going to pressure her. I just was wondering if there was anything I could do to help her get bookings before her grand opening.
 

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