Ready to achieve 3-2-1 success in 2008/2009?
- Thread starter ChefBeckyD
- Start date
-
- Tags
- success
Click For Summary
Discussion Overview
This thread centers around participants sharing their experiences and strategies related to the 3-2-1 accountability method for their Pampered Chef businesses. Many express enthusiasm for renewed commitments and the importance of community support in achieving their goals.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
- Exploratory
Main Points Raised
- One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses a renewed dedication to the 3-2-1 method and invites others to join in for accountability.
- Another participant shares their success of making two calls, resulting in a catalog show, highlighting the importance of early morning efforts.
- Several users mention their preparation strategies, including making lists of leads and committing to regular calls.
- One participant notes the growth of their business through sharing results, regardless of whether they are positive or negative.
- Some participants identify as lurkers, expressing a desire to engage more actively and share their own experiences and questions.
- Another participant shares excitement about a new recruit lead following a conference, indicating inspiration from the event.
- One participant discusses the challenges of making calls and balancing personal commitments, while also expressing a desire to improve their posting frequency.
- Several participants reflect on the importance of community support and accountability in their business efforts.
- One participant mentions the need to include recruiting information in their newsletters to better engage their audience.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
No clear consensus emerges, as participants share a variety of personal experiences and strategies without a unified approach or agreement on specific methods.
Contextual Notes
Participants are sharing personal experiences related to the 3-2-1 method, with many expressing a desire to improve their business practices and engage more with the community.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants looking for motivation and support in their business practices may find the shared experiences and strategies helpful.
ChefBeckyD
Gold Member
- 20,320
My neighbor came over just to chat, and ended up ordering both new oil seasonings, and both new sauces. She had already booked a show for June.
Sent out my mid-month Newsletter today, and got a booking for May this evening as a direct result.
I was gone all day, and needed to hang out w/ my little guy this evening, so didn't make any calls today. We did read several chapters of Night Of The Ninjas, however!
Sent out my mid-month Newsletter today, and got a booking for May this evening as a direct result.
I was gone all day, and needed to hang out w/ my little guy this evening, so didn't make any calls today. We did read several chapters of Night Of The Ninjas, however!
ChefBeckyD
Gold Member
- 20,320
Closed a show last night. Spent most of my phone time with that host.
Also called a host for May because I got an email saying she needed to reschedule. At first, she wanted to re-book for August.
But as we talked she remembered why she wanted it in May in the first place. She wants Bamboo and all of the new sauces/seasonings for her son's 30th B-day party in June. So, we just pushed the show back 2 weeks from the 1st week of May to the 3rd. Whew, crisis averted! That was it for yesterday. No other contacts.
Dropping off catalogs and order forms at the Dentist's office today, picking up checks for another show that is closing, and mailing out invitations for 2 more shows, and two more host packets. Busy day - hopefully more contacts while I'm out and about, because I probably won't get any phone time in.
Also called a host for May because I got an email saying she needed to reschedule. At first, she wanted to re-book for August.
But as we talked she remembered why she wanted it in May in the first place. She wants Bamboo and all of the new sauces/seasonings for her son's 30th B-day party in June. So, we just pushed the show back 2 weeks from the 1st week of May to the 3rd. Whew, crisis averted! That was it for yesterday. No other contacts.Dropping off catalogs and order forms at the Dentist's office today, picking up checks for another show that is closing, and mailing out invitations for 2 more shows, and two more host packets. Busy day - hopefully more contacts while I'm out and about, because I probably won't get any phone time in.
ChefBeckyD
Gold Member
- 20,320
Well, no contacts while I was running errands - and none while I was at the park w/ DS, either. (how could all those moms not notice my lovely PC ensemble, complete w/ catalog tote?
)
But I did come home to a phone call from a friend who's daughter is getting married in May. She has a bridal shower next Sat., and my friend wanted to buy some things to "fill in some gaps". It's enough to make it a catalog show! (at least $200!).Why isn't it a PC Bridal Shower? Well, this friend has also been an excellent host for me since I began. On average, at least 2 shows a year, with lots of bookings from her shows....so, for the past 6 years, she has been stowing stuff away in a PC Hope Chest for her daughter! She is preparing to surprise her with all of it at the shower next Sat., and as she was going through her stash, she realized she had some "gaps". Plus, she wanted her to have some of the new bamboo pieces.:thumbup:I'm excited, because that also filled in a gap for me...and I am well on my way to earning half-off conference! Whoo hooo!
)But I did come home to a phone call from a friend who's daughter is getting married in May. She has a bridal shower next Sat., and my friend wanted to buy some things to "fill in some gaps". It's enough to make it a catalog show! (at least $200!).Why isn't it a PC Bridal Shower? Well, this friend has also been an excellent host for me since I began. On average, at least 2 shows a year, with lots of bookings from her shows....so, for the past 6 years, she has been stowing stuff away in a PC Hope Chest for her daughter! She is preparing to surprise her with all of it at the shower next Sat., and as she was going through her stash, she realized she had some "gaps".
Plus, she wanted her to have some of the new bamboo pieces.:thumbup:I'm excited, because that also filled in a gap for me...and I am well on my way to earning half-off conference! Whoo hooo!
raebates
Staff member
- 18,217
Congratulations, Becky. That's great. I'm finally able to talk and leave my house again. I had a show reschedule for May, but that turned out to be a blessing. It was supposed to be Thursday, and that would not have worked. I plan several calls today. I'm also hoping to make contacts while finally getting my shopping done.
Bren706
Gold Member
- 2,380
Okay, Okay, Okay! I have been really slacking the last 2 weeks or so when it comes to 3-2-1. My April is dismal, with only 2 cooking shows. Part of it is that I needed to get organized, and have a call list in front of me, and now this week, the kids have been on Spring Break, and I have not had the chance to make day calls (when many on my list can be reached) because I am supervising them playing outside. I have re-organized my office area (aka, a corner in the spare bedroom) and have a call list ready.
I did have one show last night. I drove 1 hour and 20 minutes last night for a show with dismal sales of $176.00!!!! And to boot, this was a "Free Cooking Show". Two hours after booking this show, the host had called with excitement telling me that her mother already had $200 in orders. What it really was, was her mother's order, who was a guest at the show. There were 4 guests (plus host husband, brother, and an uncle). The mother's order was the show, $176. (she may be ordering more, too!!). The host has a few potential outside orders. She is hoping to get to at least $300 so she can order the SS cookware at 1/2 price. On the possible bright side of this, is that there are 3 potential recruit leads, including the host and her mother (the mother won't be ready to sign until August, when she wants to host a show, after renovating her kitchen). There is also another potential booking, that I will gladly give to the host if she signs.
I really need a kick in the butt, so that I can earn Disney. Luckily, I do have 5-6 shows on the books for May, and there is still plenty of time to book some more shows!!
I did have one show last night. I drove 1 hour and 20 minutes last night for a show with dismal sales of $176.00!!!! And to boot, this was a "Free Cooking Show". Two hours after booking this show, the host had called with excitement telling me that her mother already had $200 in orders. What it really was, was her mother's order, who was a guest at the show. There were 4 guests (plus host husband, brother, and an uncle). The mother's order was the show, $176. (she may be ordering more, too!!). The host has a few potential outside orders. She is hoping to get to at least $300 so she can order the SS cookware at 1/2 price. On the possible bright side of this, is that there are 3 potential recruit leads, including the host and her mother (the mother won't be ready to sign until August, when she wants to host a show, after renovating her kitchen). There is also another potential booking, that I will gladly give to the host if she signs.
I really need a kick in the butt, so that I can earn Disney. Luckily, I do have 5-6 shows on the books for May, and there is still plenty of time to book some more shows!!
amy07
- 2,785
no calls or contacts recently. spring break with the kids has been zapping me of all my energy. Although when we went to visit my dad he told me that he wanted to order "some of that sauce stuff and have it sent to his friend". My dad is retired now and spends his days fishing, fishing, fishing, and drinking coffee. I had sent him some of the new sauces to try on his fish. Maybe his friend will be a lead/customer?
I've got to get back on track with my business. I've just been coasting along - no growth on my Team or my personal business (or atleast any that is visible). I've allowed myself to lose focus on my goals - or should I say that I haven't even been setting goals. hmmmm, guess I just found the solution to my problem!
I've got to get back on track with my business. I've just been coasting along - no growth on my Team or my personal business (or atleast any that is visible). I've allowed myself to lose focus on my goals - or should I say that I haven't even been setting goals. hmmmm, guess I just found the solution to my problem!
amy07
- 2,785
oh, and I thought I'd ask my 3-2-1 friends first, but I will probably be needing roommates again for NC - wave 3. I don't anticipate my team members coming, so far only 1 has expressed any interest. I've reserved the hilton 2bed/2ba - non smoking. Room is reserved for Wed-Sat. PM if you are interested.
Bren706
Gold Member
- 2,380
I had a show on Saturday, and it made up for Friday's show! The host had invited 30 guests, and I swear, for those that were not able to make it, they placed an order!! Before the show, I asked the host how many she was expecting, and she told me at least 10, but maybe a few more; so I brought 15 guest folders. Well, I ended up running out. A couple of people brought guests, and there ended up being right around 20 people there!!!!!! The host had about $300 in outside orders before the show. Sales were at $998, and that didn't include the past host, and her boyfriend's mother who were taking the catalog home. They had been at a show in March, and couldn't remember what they ordered, because they hadn't received their goods yet. The host's neighbor who already placed a $80 order wants to add the two SS pans to his order, as well. Yahoo! Yahoo! Yahoo! My highest show before this one was in March, at $959!! I have finally hit a $1000 after 2 years!!!!
The down side to this show? Only 1 booking (the past host's future MIL), and it won't be until September or October. I do have to follow up with one guest before closing. It could result in a June Fundraiser.
The down side to this show? Only 1 booking (the past host's future MIL), and it won't be until September or October. I do have to follow up with one guest before closing. It could result in a June Fundraiser.
amy07
- 2,785
Great job Brenda!
No calls for me. I attempted, but my cat is dying. I'm so upset and bawling like a baby. There is nothing we can do, other than to take him to the vet to have him put down, and that will have to wait until tomorrow if I can muster up the courage to do it. I've had this cat for 15 years - I rescued him from the SPCA when he was just 9 weeks old. I am so sad. I've been laying on the garage floor with him this evening and crying like a baby. I come in. Go back out. Come in. Go back out.
I made my husband promise me a year ago, that when this day came that he would bury him if I wasn't home when it happened. I know it sounds crazy, but this is so heartbreaking! I almost wish I wasn't here to see it, but then again I can't keep from going to try to hold him.....
No calls for me. I attempted, but my cat is dying. I'm so upset and bawling like a baby. There is nothing we can do, other than to take him to the vet to have him put down, and that will have to wait until tomorrow if I can muster up the courage to do it. I've had this cat for 15 years - I rescued him from the SPCA when he was just 9 weeks old. I am so sad. I've been laying on the garage floor with him this evening and crying like a baby. I come in. Go back out. Come in. Go back out.
I made my husband promise me a year ago, that when this day came that he would bury him if I wasn't home when it happened. I know it sounds crazy, but this is so heartbreaking! I almost wish I wasn't here to see it, but then again I can't keep from going to try to hold him.....
Bren706
Gold Member
- 2,380
Finally, a decent day of contacts. Nothing too significant came out of it, but it was an accomplishment to pick up that phone, and put a little effort into my calls 
.
~Talked to a couple of potential recruits; One was a follow up to remind her about the mini-kit (she is a former consultant), she is still not ready, but I will follow up with her again in June. The other was a lead from my Friday show. She is very interested, and is just waiting for her unemployment to kick in to have some funds for her kit. I told her if the host signs up, she could sign up under the host.
~Spoke to a past host from February who had mentioned having a show over the summer. She wants to put it off to the fall now, so I will call back in August.
~Made 2-3 customer care contacts, with no significant results.
I also got another home office lead for someone interested in placing an order. The only info I had was her e-mail address, so I sent off an e-mail to her.
.~Talked to a couple of potential recruits; One was a follow up to remind her about the mini-kit (she is a former consultant), she is still not ready, but I will follow up with her again in June. The other was a lead from my Friday show. She is very interested, and is just waiting for her unemployment to kick in to have some funds for her kit. I told her if the host signs up, she could sign up under the host.
~Spoke to a past host from February who had mentioned having a show over the summer. She wants to put it off to the fall now, so I will call back in August.
~Made 2-3 customer care contacts, with no significant results.
I also got another home office lead for someone interested in placing an order. The only info I had was her e-mail address, so I sent off an e-mail to her.
ChefBeckyD
Gold Member
- 20,320
ChefBeckyD
Gold Member
- 20,320
Only made 2 calls tonight. It seems like I was on the phone or with someone all day. Not all of it was contacts though. A lot of host stuff, and closing shows, etc....
However, it was still time spent working. So, tonight when I told DS he needed to be quiet while I made phone calls, he got big tears in his eyes, and said "Mommy, do you love phone calls more than me?" I hung up the phone.
Now, he is bright enough that he could have been manipulating me...but even so - I want him to know that I love him more than any phone call.
However, it was still time spent working. So, tonight when I told DS he needed to be quiet while I made phone calls, he got big tears in his eyes, and said "Mommy, do you love phone calls more than me?" I hung up the phone.
Now, he is bright enough that he could have been manipulating me...but even so - I want him to know that I love him more than any phone call.
Bren706
Gold Member
- 2,380
Amy, I am so sorry to hear about your cat. (((HUGS))).
Becky, that would have melted my heart!!! Today is a new day!!
I haven't started my calls today, but last night, after I was done making my calls, my host from Saturday called and wanted to let me know, her show sales were at $1465. :love::love: We will be closing her show out on Thursday. I am so happy for her. Before her show, she said she thought her show would be around $600!! She is so excited!!!!
Becky, that would have melted my heart!!! Today is a new day!!
I haven't started my calls today, but last night, after I was done making my calls, my host from Saturday called and wanted to let me know, her show sales were at $1465. :love::love: We will be closing her show out on Thursday. I am so happy for her. Before her show, she said she thought her show would be around $600!! She is so excited!!!!
ChefBeckyD
Gold Member
- 20,320
amy07
- 2,785
Thanks for your concern & compassion. My poor Petey is still hanging on. And I'm torn as to what to do - just keep praying for a miracle. Today he actually started purring when I laid down beside him, and the thought of taking him to the vet to put him down is just more than I can bear. I was always told that cats tend to go off to die, and I guess I was kind of hoping that that's what he'd do so that I wouldn't be faced with this decision I am such a coward!
no calls today - other than host coaching -only because I'm behind and it is necessary
no calls today - other than host coaching -only because I'm behind and it is necessary
Bren706
Gold Member
- 2,380
Yesterday was another great day for contacts!:
~Spoke to 4 potential booking leads - One is interested in doing a show with the MOPS group. The group is deciding on a May date. I will need to follow up. Another one is busy right now, and is just going to wait and to a Bridal Show for her DD early in 2010. (wedding date is April 2010). The other two were not interested. I did add one to my newsletter list
~Made a couple of customer care calls. Both were happy to hear from me. One had also mentioned at the show in February possible interest in the opportunity, but in the future. I mentioned the opportunity to her yesterday, and will add her to my "someday" list.
~Then, the best call of all, was a call that I received. The recruit lead that I spoke to the day before (a former consultant) called me and said she has decided to rejoin. She had thought about it and prayed about it all night, and is ready to get back into the business part time. She is going away for the weekend, and will sign up on Monday!!!!! :love::sing::sing::love:
I am not sure if I will get any contacts in today. I will attempt to make the few "necessary" calls that are on my to do list, but that will probably be about it. I had a Dr's appointment today (prenatal, glucose testing) and my blood pressure was on the high side, and I have to go back in the morning to have the BP taken again, so I am going to try to take it easy this evening. (Yeah, tell that to my 5 yr old and 3 yr old who are sitting her battling it out, that is real great for my BP!:grumpy::grumpy
~Spoke to 4 potential booking leads - One is interested in doing a show with the MOPS group. The group is deciding on a May date. I will need to follow up. Another one is busy right now, and is just going to wait and to a Bridal Show for her DD early in 2010. (wedding date is April 2010). The other two were not interested. I did add one to my newsletter list
~Made a couple of customer care calls. Both were happy to hear from me. One had also mentioned at the show in February possible interest in the opportunity, but in the future. I mentioned the opportunity to her yesterday, and will add her to my "someday" list.
~Then, the best call of all, was a call that I received. The recruit lead that I spoke to the day before (a former consultant) called me and said she has decided to rejoin. She had thought about it and prayed about it all night, and is ready to get back into the business part time. She is going away for the weekend, and will sign up on Monday!!!!! :love::sing::sing::love:
I am not sure if I will get any contacts in today. I will attempt to make the few "necessary" calls that are on my to do list, but that will probably be about it. I had a Dr's appointment today (prenatal, glucose testing) and my blood pressure was on the high side, and I have to go back in the morning to have the BP taken again, so I am going to try to take it easy this evening. (Yeah, tell that to my 5 yr old and 3 yr old who are sitting her battling it out, that is real great for my BP!:grumpy::grumpy
ChefBeckyD
Gold Member
- 20,320
amy07
- 2,785
yesterday I had to make the decision and the drive to the vet. I cried the ENTIRE way, and sobbed like a baby the entire time at the office. I'm sure the office staff and other customers thought I was a complete nut. I don't care. I'm an emotional wreck, and crying is the only thing that works for me right now. As I dug his little grave yesterday afternoon, it dawned on me that I was not only put to rest my dear little friend, but a part of my youth as well. I'm sure that doesn't make sense, but sorry. And thanks for letting me air out my baggage. You guys are great. Hopefully I'll have something positive to contribute back to you guys soon...
Gina M
Gold Member
- 1,737
I'm so sorry for your loss Amy! And I'm sure the office staff didn't think you were crazy - your kitty was a member of your family and therefore extremely important. My husband had to do the same for our dear cat Colibri almost 8 years ago. He cried in the office and they were so kind and concerned for him. We buried her in our backyard and I still think about her to this day. Take care of yourself and allow yourself to grieve. It's only natural as you loved your kitty!
Bren706
Gold Member
- 2,380
No contacts for me today. Went back to the doctor's today, and my blood pressure was still high, so I had to go next door to the hospital and have some monitoring done. Between the doctors and the hospital, I was there for 4 hours. They have prescribed medication for my BP. From there, I went and closed out my $1465 show, and then home. I have just been laying around, trying to take it easy (also feeling tired, have a slight migrain, and shortness of breath).
I do have a recruit interview tomorrow, and hope to get some calls in as well.
I do have a recruit interview tomorrow, and hope to get some calls in as well.
ChefBeckyD
Gold Member
- 20,320
Can I just say I suck at recruiting?
Another great, fun show - and not one little bite of interest. Why? I even stepped out of my comfort zone and did the 5 questions game - had some great questions about PC, and what I do...and still absolutely no interest.
However - I got a booking (For Sept...) and had 3 people who wanted to buy my HWC apron!
Another great, fun show - and not one little bite of interest. Why? I even stepped out of my comfort zone and did the 5 questions game - had some great questions about PC, and what I do...and still absolutely no interest.
However - I got a booking (For Sept...) and had 3 people who wanted to buy my HWC apron!
Similar Pampered Chef Threads
NooraK
- anoelle Recipes and Tips
anoelle
- pamperedlinda Business, Marketing and Customer Service
Jules711
- raebates Business, Marketing and Customer Service
raebates
- ChefLisa Business, Marketing and Customer Service
pamperedtara
- DanielleQ Business, Marketing and Customer Service
DanielleQ
- katie0128 Business, Marketing and Customer Service
raebates
- DebPC Business, Marketing and Customer Service
sharalam
- whiteyteresa General Pampered Chef Chat
Christ Follower
- whitneythompson Sell Pampered Chef Items
whitneythompson