Qualifying as a Consultant: Does an Individual Order Count?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the criteria for qualifying as a Pampered Chef consultant, specifically focusing on whether individual orders and catalog shows count toward qualification. Participants share their experiences and clarify details regarding the qualification process.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires if an individual order counts toward qualifying, having had three shows and one individual order.
  • Another participant states that individual orders contribute to the dollar total for qualifying but do not count as a show.
  • One participant expresses uncertainty about submitting individual orders before qualifying, noting that the option may not be available on their personal website until they qualify.
  • Another participant shares that they were informed by home office that they can place individual orders but cannot have others place orders on their site until qualified.
  • One participant mentions successfully submitting an individual order after a host changed her mind, emphasizing the importance of customer satisfaction.
  • Several participants ask if catalog shows count toward qualification, with one confirming that they do count.
  • Another participant shares excitement about submitting their fourth show and qualifying ahead of schedule.
  • Several participants congratulate each other on qualifying milestones and share their experiences with shows.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that individual orders contribute to the sales total for qualification but do not count as shows. There is also agreement that catalog shows count toward qualification. No clear consensus emerges on the specifics of submitting individual orders prior to qualification.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and clarifications regarding the qualification process for new consultants, highlighting the varying interpretations of the rules and the importance of customer relationships.

Who May Find This Useful

New consultants seeking clarification on the qualification process and those interested in understanding how individual and catalog shows contribute to their status may find this discussion helpful.

lkprescott
lkprescott
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Just curious. Does an individual order get counted toward qualifying? I've had three shows so far and one individual order but don't know if that makes me a qualified consultant now or not.
 
It counts toward the dollar total form of qualifying ($1250 sales), but not as a show.
 
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Gotcha... thanks!
 
I didn't think you could submit individual orders until you were qualified. Is that just the PWS that is set up that way?
 
Home office told me today that I can place individual orders.....but we can't have folks PLACE individual orders on our site until we have qualified....

I had a $54 order come in one day after I had submitted my first party....(bummer) and was asking how to take care of it.....
 
That's right. You can send them in through P3, but the option won't be on your PWS until you qualify. It's so that you spend your first month establishing personal relationships to build your customer base, rather than just marketing your PWS.
 
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chefann said:
That's right. You can send them in through P3, but the option won't be on your PWS until you qualify. It's so that you spend your first month establishing personal relationships to build your customer base, rather than just marketing your PWS.
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That makes sense because I have already put in an individual order (my one host changed her mind and wanted an item post-show) and the order went through just fine and if it's one thing I've figured out that P3 won't let you do what you're not supposed to. LOL... she got the knife and to me that's what really counted (happy customer) but it did get me thinking.

Thanks for everyone's input!
 
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One more qualifying question. Do Catalog shows count toward qualifying? Or is it only Cooking shows that count? Can ya tell I'm anxious to finally qualify? LOL..
 
lkprescott said:
One more qualifying question. Do Catalog shows count toward qualifying? Or is it only Cooking shows that count?

Can ya tell I'm anxious to finally qualify? LOL..
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Catalog Shows count too!:thumbup:
 
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Yeah!! I just put in my 4th then... I was hoping that was the case. Thanks!!
 
Whoo Hoo! Congrats on qualifying!
 
Congrats Lisa! My fourth is going in today. One week ahead of my 30 day mark!
And last night's show was an $800 show! I was NOT expecting that after the hostess said she only had 4 guests confirmed. Tonight's show has 10 confirmed guests...keeping my fingers crossed.
 
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Thanks guys! I just got my official email... *happy dance*
 
Hooray! Still waiting on mine.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to qualify as a Pampered Chef Consultant?

Qualifying as a Pampered Chef Consultant means meeting specific sales and activity requirements set by the company to maintain your status as an active consultant. This typically involves achieving a certain level of sales within a designated time frame, which can include personal orders, customer orders, and party sales.

Does an individual order count towards my qualification as a Consultant?

Yes, individual orders do count towards your qualification as a Pampered Chef Consultant. Any personal orders you place can contribute to your total sales volume, helping you meet the necessary requirements to remain active.

How many individual orders do I need to qualify?

The number of individual orders required to qualify can vary based on the specific sales goals set by Pampered Chef. Generally, you need to reach a certain sales threshold within a specific period, which can include a combination of individual orders and sales from parties.

Can I combine individual orders with party sales to qualify?

Absolutely! You can combine your individual orders with sales generated from parties to meet your qualification requirements. This flexibility allows you to reach your sales goals more easily by leveraging both personal and party sales.

What happens if I don't meet the qualification requirements?

If you do not meet the qualification requirements, you may be considered inactive, which could affect your ability to earn commissions and maintain your consultant status. However, you can often reactivate your status by meeting the sales goals in a subsequent period.

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