No Business Materials Available at Nc

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the availability of business materials for Pampered Chef consultants at the upcoming National Conference (NC). Participants share their experiences with pre-ordering materials, express concerns about payment methods, and speculate on the absence of surprise boxes and calendars this year.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions that pre-ordering is necessary to obtain new materials, which will not be available for purchase at NC.
  • Another participant shares their experience of being relieved not to carry materials around at the conference, noting it saves effort and space.
  • Several users express frustration with payment issues when trying to use PC dollars for their orders.
  • Some participants discuss the ordering process, indicating that materials can only be ordered through Consultant's Corner, not P3, at this time.
  • One participant wonders about the availability of calendars, recalling past practices of including them in surprise boxes.
  • Another participant notes that pre-ordering allows for early access to materials, which they consider advantageous for upcoming shows.
  • Some participants express excitement about the potential for giveaways and samples at the conference.
  • One participant mentions the competitive nature of their hosts, emphasizing the importance of having new materials available early.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the benefits of pre-ordering materials, with some participants seeing it as a significant advantage while others question the necessity of early access. There is no clear consensus on the availability of surprise boxes or calendars this year.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and opinions based on their interactions with the ordering system and past conference practices. The discussion reflects a mix of excitement and concern regarding the upcoming conference and the materials available.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants preparing for the National Conference may find this discussion relevant, particularly those interested in the ordering process and the availability of business materials.

raebates
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If you want to be among the first to get the new stuff (catalogs, mini-catalogs, recruiting brochures, recipe cards) you've got to pre-order them. According to the latest email they won't be available for purchase at NC.

According to the email you MUST be registered for NC in order to purchase them. They'll ship on July 13.
 
I'm glad they are doing that. It worked so well at Spring Launch- and saves me from having to haul them around at conference or transport things home!
 
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I just ordered mine. I think my shoulders will thank me since they won't have to bear the strain of carrying all that stuff.
 
Grrrr....just tried to order mine, and I wanted to pay with PC $$. It won't let me - says that I don't have enough in my account to pay for it. Ummm, I have the PC $$ I earned for promoting, plus about $30 that I've earned through my cluster. I went into my account, and the balance is substantially higher than what my supplies would be...:(:confused:
 
Sorry, Becky....looks like you'll have to call HO in the morning.So can we order these through P3 or do we have to do it through CC? It doesn't like the extra letter after the number in P3 for me.....
 
it's through CC under Samples
 
I was hoping we could order it through P3 also - I like to be able to track how much I spend on supplies in one report....oh well, I'll live :D
 
Kathy's_Kitchen said:
I was hoping we could order it through P3 also - I like to be able to track how much I spend on supplies in one report....oh well, I'll live :D
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You can always manually enter the expense into P3.
 
I wonder what they're going to do about the calanders. Last few years I bought them & put them in with the surprise boxes to be shipped home. I guess this year we won't have either....:(
 
ChefBeckyD - check your PC dollar balance first - you can pay for portions of the total, part with PC dollars, part with PC debit, part with PC credit.NooraK - it's only available through Consultant's Corner, not P3 for now. I think they said after July 19th it'll be available through P3, since only conference attendees are able to order now - that must be their way of regulating it.
 
frozenchef said:
ChefBeckyD - check your PC dollar balance first - you can pay for portions of the total, part with PC dollars, part with PC debit, part with PC credit.

NooraK - it's only available through Consultant's Corner, not P3 for now. I think they said after July 19th it'll be available through P3, since only conference attendees are able to order now - that must be their way of regulating it.
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Yes, but my total for the supplies I'm pre-ordering is $27. My balance in my PC $ account is $160. (checking that was the first thing I did) There is NO WAY that I don't have enough PC $$ to cover it, and I'm not spending other money when I know that I have that there to spend!
 
NooraK said:
You can always manually enter the expense into P3.
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I forgot that I could do that - thanks!
 
I called yesterday about this and they said nothing would ship til after conference. Who knows....BUT your accounts would be charged NOW for whatever you buy. So I'm going to wait, don't want to mess with too much money laid out yet.
 
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The information says that orders will ship on July 13, so mine should be waiting for me when I get home. Others should get theirs right after they get back from NC.
 
I ordered mine already and it is a great relief to know now what I have in my account!! Also payday is Thursday! Wahhhhhhooooooooooooo:sing:
 
Ginger428 said:
I wonder what they're going to do about the calanders. Last few years I bought them & put them in with the surprise boxes to be shipped home. I guess this year we won't have either....:(
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They may not have the calendars again and even so if I remember correctly they were pre-order last year. Didn't we get one at conference and then had to pre-order by September? Two years ago Merrill sold them and we had to lug them around/ship them with surprise boxes.

I thought I read that they are not doing surprise boxes this year.
 
BethCooks4U said:
They may not have the calendars again and even so if I remember correctly they were pre-order last year. Didn't we get one at conference and then had to pre-order by September? Two years ago Merrill sold them and we had to lug them around/ship them with surprise boxes.

I thought I read that they are not doing surprise boxes this year.
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Last year they were selling them at the resgistration booths because I remember buying 100 at a discount & sending them home with the items from the surprise boxes.
 
I have to think that by doing it this way, it saves them a lot of work and hauling of stuff from HO to McCormick Place. In actuality it saves us money too in the long run as well as it means less luggage to check at airports or at least a lot less energy hauling it onto a bus or train or trying to get it all in a car. Plus I bet it is cheaper for us to order it via P3 or CC than shipping it from NC. (I am starting to sound like I know how to send text messages with all those abbreviations!) I do not remember Ho every saying anything about the surprise boxes at all. Whether they were or were not going to be available. I think because they did not mention them, that we all just assumed they were not available. I just hope that we get at least one catalog and one mini-catalog like we have in past years. I can't afford to pre-order them right now but would like to have at least one mini for my party on the 16th. It always works great for bookings!
 
I am with Rae...I am SO happy I won't be hauling that stuff around! And glad that they will be here when I arrive home (or within a day or two) I hope they have the calendars. Customers love these and they are so reasonably priced to give as a host gift.
 
Is there any benefit to pre ordering other than getting them first?
 
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I imagine that the reason they went with pre-ordering instead of available at NC is that we're all in one giant conference. Lines were long when there were only 1/3 of us there. I can't imagine what the wait would be like with 3 times the people. I can't imagine that they wouldn't give us one new catalog and one new mini-cat.Angel, as far as I can tell, the only advantage is having them early. But, I consider that a BIG advantage.
 
I plan to order some .. it was just about how much to order .. I tend to over order on catalogs.
 
Spoke with my ED and she said HO is planning lots of give-aways this year. Asked her if we'd get samples of the new materials. And she said yes. Think she said 2 pkg of minis.

I'm waiting to order mine b/c I want to combine the order with sales receipts and such to save on the shipping.
 
in the past we always got a full size catalog and a mini at lunch in a white envelope.
 
raebates said:
Angel, as far as I can tell, the only advantage is having them early. But, I consider that a BIG advantage.
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Why is it a BIG advantage to have them in July and not wait until August? I'm not being ugly, just curious.
 
Danette said:
Why is it a BIG advantage to have them in July and not wait until August? I'm not being ugly, just curious.
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so you can have fall host packets ready ASAP
 
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Yep. I have people chomping at the bit to find out what the new fall products are. The sooner I have things the sooner I can start talking up fall shows.
 
I agree with Rae. I have 2 big shows scheduled for the first weekend in August and hope to start filling my Fall in addition to the end of August. I have hosts who are very competitive and will want to be the first to unveil the new fall products to their friends.
 
I pre ordered my items, but now I am curious about whether or not we will get to see them at NC. I also remember seeing somewhere that there will be no surprise boxes this year. This is my first year. I am so excited.
 
ChefAndiHV said:
I pre ordered my items, but now I am curious about whether or not we will get to see them at NC. I also remember seeing somewhere that there will be no surprise boxes this year. This is my first year. I am so excited.
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they always give us one full size catalog and one mini catalog at lunch on the day the products are revealed. I don't know how that will all work this year, but I don't see them NOT doing it somehow.
 

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What does "No Business Materials Available at Nc" mean?

"No Business Materials Available at Nc" typically indicates that there are currently no promotional or sales materials available for consultants at the North Carolina location. This may affect the ability to showcase products or conduct presentations.

How can I obtain business materials if they are not available at Nc?

If business materials are not available at your local location, you can check the Pampered Chef website or your consultant portal for digital resources. Additionally, you can contact your director or upline for guidance on how to access materials.

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Restocking of business materials can vary based on demand and supply chain factors. It’s best to stay in touch with your Pampered Chef representative or check official communications for updates on when materials will be available again.

Can I use digital resources in place of physical business materials?

Yes, digital resources can be a great alternative to physical materials. Pampered Chef provides various online tools, including product images, recipe ideas, and marketing templates that you can use to promote your business effectively.

What should I do if I need business materials urgently?

If you need business materials urgently, consider reaching out to your team members or other consultants who may have spare materials. Additionally, utilize online resources and social media to promote your business while waiting for physical materials to become available.

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