Reporting a Facebook PWS Violation: Has This Happened to You?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses experiences related to reporting violations of Facebook's policies regarding personal websites (PWS) for Pampered Chef consultants. Participants share their frustrations and confusion about what is permissible when mentioning Pampered Chef on social media platforms.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant reported a Facebook PWS violation and expressed frustration at being accused of having a link to their own PWS.
  • Another participant noted that it should be easy to track down individuals who violate policies if they leave identifiable information on their profiles.
  • Several participants mentioned experiencing confusion regarding what constitutes a violation, with some stating that they have seen others discussing Pampered Chef openly on Facebook.
  • One participant shared their experience of being told they could not mention the company or conference in their blog, even without identifying as a consultant.
  • Another participant expressed concern about the lack of clarity regarding what can be shared about Pampered Chef on Facebook, especially in private settings.
  • Some participants discussed the fine line between permissible and impermissible mentions of Pampered Chef, with varying interpretations of the rules.
  • One participant expressed the belief that the rules are unfair, particularly when private groups are involved.
  • Another participant highlighted the frustration of being unable to advertise online, despite having a personal website through Pampered Chef.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ among participants regarding the clarity and fairness of the rules surrounding mentions of Pampered Chef on social media. No clear consensus emerges on what is permissible.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and frustrations related to navigating Facebook's policies as Pampered Chef consultants, reflecting a range of interpretations and feelings about the restrictions.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants navigating social media policies related to Pampered Chef may find the shared experiences and viewpoints relevant to their own situations.

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Hello All,

I reported a Facebook PWS violation yesterday. You can view it here:

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=29625683384

I received an email this morning from H.O. stating that this was a link to MY PWS, even though it is clearly not. :grumpy:

I responded to Donna, the woman from H.O., but I am quite upset about being accused, when I was the one reporting it! :eek:

Anyone else had this happen to them?

Thanks!
 
Nope, but if they log into facebook, she left everything about her...name, etc., so it should be easy to track her down.I'm guessing someone new got the message and got confused!
 
janetupnorth said:
I'm guessing someone new got the message and got confused!
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I've had the "confused" thing happen a lot - it gets frustrating, but we are all human (at least mostly) and I have to let it go.
 
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Thanks, that makes me feel better. I am still waiting to hear back.
 
So what is the violation? Can you not post anything about Pampered Chef on facebook. It is private isn't it?
 
beepampered said:
So what is the violation? Can you not post anything about Pampered Chef on facebook. It is private isn't it?
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We're not supposed to post on ANY sites that we're consultants, even if they're private. All private means is that someone has to be logged in (and possibly friended by you in the case of social networking sites) in order to see it.
 
I have seen it on FB too but it's from some well known CSers! So I figured it was ok- since it was "private" to thier freinds???
 
When I click on the link it brings me to a page that says to log in and then it just brings me to my page . Am I the violator?????
 
But just to clarify.... I can talk about what I do, just not mention TPC or my web addy right!? I can say I cook and demonstrate high quality kitchen tools in your home and am looking for people to join my team??
 
As far as I know, Heather, that's OK. No PWS links, and no company name.If you have a concern, the Career Solutions department at HO would be able to provide an official answer.
 
I was told I couldn't even mention conference or anything in a blog...even if I didn't say I was a consultant.
 
I have wondered about the whole "mentioning PC on Facebook" thing. I just recently joined FB so it's all pretty new to me. I chose NOT to mention PC in my profile, etc even though you have to be my friend to view my profile.

At least this is what I thought until I listed my current town under "networking". I searched for PC on Facebook and a bunch of PC people came up. The ones within my "network" were in blue and I could look at their profile and everything else except post a comment.

I have two directors under my friends and BOTH have PC listed, are openly talking about PC shows, etc which can be seen by MY non-pc friends.

All very frustrating!
 
I've seen that too since I have PC people as friends too, but haven't reported anyone. I would believe that HO would consider MUCH of that in violation. They are all people on here so I hope they consider carefully what they are posting!
 
It's really a fine line and I wish HO would clarify and give us more leeway. Online Network Marketing is here to stay and I wish we could use it more freely. I have many PC friends as my friends on FB and of course we are going to talk about shows and conference and stuff.
 
I guess I better watch my conversations on there too, we have talked about our trip to leadership (not mentioning PC however), but how awesome it was anyways! But I haven't even bothered with putting PC in my profile or anythig related to it... except there is a "group" you can join full of Pc consultants on there?? I don't know who started it but a bunch of us are part of that group! I wonder if we'd all get introuble for belonging???
 
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I honestly think that this rule is very unfair ... I can see it to a point ... but if your site is private, I don't see the harm.
 
I should hope you won't get in trouble for belonging to a group that likes PC. I don't know how they'd react to other things on there though.They are going to have to loosen up the reigns someday or be more clear though.
 
Well, maybe because other NON pcer's can be a friend and then see the conversations you carry with your other PC freinds??? I don't know?? But I would think your "private' conversations like "Between you and them" messages would be ok since NO one else sees the info but you and your freind? If they by chance ask what you do etc... which would be like an email or phone call tellng them what you do, in my opinion!
 
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The violation I reported was a public group with a PWS plainly posted. It's frustrating! :)
 
We all list PC in our email addresses to our friends, why would you not be able to put it on Facebook? I have never understood why they don't want us to link to the website. It increases business and visability so what's the problem?
 
HO doesn't want someone to link to their PWS all over the web, increasing the chances that their PWS would come up in a web search and giving them an advantage over other consultants.It's the same reason that there are very specific rules about what you can include in the end part of your PWS name (after the slash). Those rules were added after PWS were available for a while. Some consultants had site names that made it appear that people were on the PC corporate site and had thousands of dollars in random online orders.
 
Oh, wow! You bring up some good points.
 
What I'm getting tired of is when People in the web design biz or marketing ask me if I want to advertise online and I tell them I can't they get all huffy and flippant with me saying how stupid it is and look at me like I'm an idiot.

This happened to me just yesterday at my networking meeting. You know I will NOT be sending anyone I know to that web designer!!!! He brushed me off like a piece of scum on his shoe...
 
I don't have anything in my FB about PC.. I do have my pic on there with my PC arpon on. :)
 
etteluap70PC said:
What I'm getting tired of is when People in the web design biz or marketing ask me if I want to advertise online and I tell them I can't they get all huffy and flippant with me saying how stupid it is and look at me like I'm an idiot.

This happened to me just yesterday at my networking meeting. You know I will NOT be sending anyone I know to that web designer!!!! He brushed me off like a piece of scum on his shoe...
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It's not really true that we can't advertise online at all - because we can through our personal websites. I think if a web designer asked me a question like that - I would just tell that person that I already had a great website through The Pampered Chef, and didn't need a website designed for me.
 
On my FC, I have have listed "Independent Consultant for the Pampered Chef." If I take of the PC, everyone will ask me what I am talking about and I will have to EMAIL them the answer...If I remove everything, I am appearing to do nothing. I do wish they would make this more clear, too.
 
Get_Pampered said:
On my FC, I have have listed "Independent Consultant for the Pampered Chef." If I take of the PC, everyone will ask me what I am talking about and I will have to EMAIL them the answer...If I remove everything, I am appearing to do nothing. I do wish they would make this more clear, too.
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I think that is where people may get in trouble with putting the company name in there? :confused:

My director states that she is a Director with a company that sells high quality kitchen products, so she is not putting TPC in there at all. And that's great that people would email you privately asking what you do... than you can go on and on about what you do!;) getting bookings and recruit leads:D
 
Get_Pampered said:
On my FC, I have have listed "Independent Consultant for the Pampered Chef." If I take of the PC, everyone will ask me what I am talking about and I will have to EMAIL them the answer...If I remove everything, I am appearing to do nothing. I do wish they would make this more clear, too.
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If this is something that you have listed online, I would remove it right away. You could get into trouble for that. If someone emails you & asks you about what you do, you can answer.
 
I was a huge violator in '05. I had a business website pick up a story I wrote entitled "Being a Man in a Female Dominated Industry". At the bottom of the article was my contact info and a link to my website. I received a call from HO and I was told my name was on Marla's desk and if I didn't remove the link, I would lose my consultancy. I asked why and they the woman told me that "it is a priviledge for Upper Directors Only". I countered with, "If we lower consultants prosper, don't the upper directors?" And what came back was..."if you don't remove the link, we will recind your consultant agreement." So I removed the link and any language about PC.
 
ChefBeckyD said:
It's not really true that we can't advertise online at all - because we can through our personal websites. I think if a web designer asked me a question like that - I would just tell that person that I already had a great website through The Pampered Chef, and didn't need a website designed for me.
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The guy from my group wanted me to put my info on the groups website with all my info and a link to my site.

This is usually the kind of online advertising people are asking me about. They usually know I have a great website thru PC.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Facebook PWS violation?

A Facebook PWS (Personal Website) violation occurs when a consultant's personal website or social media posts do not comply with Facebook's community standards or Pampered Chef's policies. This can include inappropriate content, misleading information, or unauthorized promotions.

How can I report a Facebook PWS violation?

You can report a Facebook PWS violation by clicking on the three dots on the post or page in question and selecting "Report." Follow the prompts to specify the nature of the violation and provide any necessary details.

What should I include when reporting a violation?

When reporting a violation, include specific details about the content that violates Facebook's policies or Pampered Chef's guidelines. Screenshots, links, and descriptions of the issue can help clarify your report.

What happens after I report a violation?

After you report a violation, Facebook will review the report and determine if it violates their community standards. If they find it to be a violation, they may remove the content or take action against the account involved.

Can I appeal if my content is wrongly reported?

Yes, if you believe your content was wrongly reported and removed, you can appeal the decision through Facebook's help center. Provide a clear explanation and any supporting evidence to strengthen your case.

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