Recruiting Former Consultants Who Have Kit Products Already

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the challenges and considerations of recruiting former Pampered Chef consultants who already possess the kit products. Participants share their experiences and strategies related to addressing concerns about purchasing a new kit.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions a potential recruit who is hesitant to buy a new kit due to already owning the products.
  • Another participant notes that the kit has changed recently, suggesting that the recruit may benefit from an upgrade.
  • Several users suggest using duplicate items as gifts, selling them at a discount, or as booking incentives for shows.
  • One participant shares their initial disappointment about receiving duplicates but later found value in having extras for convenience and incentives.
  • Another participant highlights the importance of the business supplies included in the kit, which may not be reflected in the product value alone.
  • One participant expresses enthusiasm for having doubles of certain items in their kitchen.
  • Another participant recounts their experience of giving away duplicates as gifts when they rejoined the business.
  • One participant mentions that some products have been redesigned since the recruit's inactivity.
  • Another participant agrees with the idea of regifting or using duplicates as incentives based on their own experience.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best approach to address the recruit's concerns, but there is general agreement on the potential benefits of having duplicate items.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to their own recruitment and product ownership, reflecting on the value of duplicates in various contexts.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering strategies for recruiting former consultants or addressing concerns about kit purchases may find the shared experiences relevant.

Bren706
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I have a potential recruit who went inactive approximately 2 years ago. She is the daughter of a guest from a recent show, who called me up with a couple of questions about signing up again. One question was if she had to purchase the whole kit again. Of course, I responded with yes. While doing a host coaching call with her mom, the mom mentioned that she did not want to spend the money on the kit, since she already has all of the products.

Have any good responses to this objection for me? I did mention that she could use one set in her kitchen, and the other to always have her bags packed, but she didn't sound interested in that.
 
Depending on when she signed up she may not have received the current kit. This kit was just changed Jan 2007. She may have had the previous kit so this would be a great upgrade.Also like you said, having the doubles in your kitchen is great, I keep my kit packed at all times in my car.
 
I have told other's to regift for birthdays or the holidays if they don't want the 2nd set. Or Sell them to freinds at maybe the 20% discount?
 
Use the duplicates as booking incentives...i.e., have a $700 show, get the food chopper free!
 
nikked said:
Use the duplicates as booking incentives...i.e., have a $700 show, get the food chopper free!

yeah, that's a good one too!;)
 
I remember when I was considering the biz and saw the components of the kit, I was a bit bummed. I already had a lot of them and felt it was a waste to get duplicates of what I own. It really disappointed me that we couldn't pick our own products or eliminate what we don't need and have the kit cost less. But then my director/recruiter made some points about it and they made me feel better. It was what everyone else has said already--it's nice to have the duplicates so that you don't have to pack and unpack your kitchen every time you have a show, you can sell the duplicate items, or give them as gifts-rewards-prizes-incentives. Now, I am so glad I have all those duplicates, and feel silly that I was bummed out about it at first. I use every single item multiple times and now it sure comes in handy having two of my favorite things, even without thinking about the whole packing up for a show thing. ;) Just remind her that she will earn PC$ and be able to get other stuff that she wants for free. It's a great deal. And $155 for all that stuff is super reasonable. Plus she can use her FPV to lower the cost, if that is a problem for her as well.
 
Don't forget.. all of the paperwork, catalogs, software etc. that comes in the kit... all of that costs HO $$$$... we often talk about $500 in products for $155 but the business supplies are not the same as 2 years ago!
 
OMG, there are so many things that I would love to have doubles of in my kitchen! The stuff in the kit is especially handy to have doubles of, IMO.
 
When I signed for my second time with PC, I had everything in the kit. So I gave them out as gift's to my family and used them as incentives.
 
If she has been inactive 2 years, some things have been redesigned as well.
 
I agree with what everyone else said- regift the items, have doubles, or give as incentives. I was in her same situation and that is what I did.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I recruit former Pampered Chef consultants who already have kit products?

Yes, you can recruit former consultants who still possess their kit products. They may be familiar with the business model and products, making them valuable additions to your team.

Do former consultants need to purchase a new kit if they rejoin?

No, former consultants who rejoin Pampered Chef typically do not need to purchase a new kit if they still have their original kit products. However, they should check with their recruiter or the company for any updates or changes to the kit requirements.

What benefits can I highlight to former consultants when recruiting them?

You can emphasize the flexibility of the business, the potential for income, the support and training available, and the opportunity to reconnect with a community they may have missed. Additionally, you can mention any new products or promotions that have been introduced since they left.

How can I approach former consultants about rejoining?

Reach out to former consultants personally, either through a phone call, email, or social media. Be friendly and respectful, and share your excitement about the current opportunities within Pampered Chef. Highlight how their previous experience can benefit them in their return.

What if a former consultant is hesitant to rejoin?

If a former consultant is hesitant, listen to their concerns and provide answers or solutions. Share success stories from current consultants, offer to answer any questions they may have, and reassure them that they can take their time to decide. Building a supportive relationship can help alleviate their hesitations.

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