Saving My Pampered Chef Status - Can I Avoid Inactivity in SW MO?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses concerns among Pampered Chef consultants regarding maintaining their active status amidst challenges such as weather-related disruptions and lack of bookings. Participants share personal experiences and strategies for generating sales to avoid inactivity.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions that their last show was in December and expresses concern about inactivity due to no shows in January and February.
  • Another participant shares their understanding that $200 in sales is required every two months to remain active.
  • Several users mention ideas for generating sales, such as hosting open houses, catalog shows, and utilizing bridal expos.
  • One participant notes that they received an email from headquarters regarding inactivity after a slow month.
  • Another participant discusses the possibility of exceptions for those in federally declared disaster areas due to weather conditions.
  • Some participants express surprise at not receiving notifications about their status despite having low sales.
  • One consultant shares their experience of successfully generating orders through past hosts and offering discounts for hosting shows.
  • Another participant suggests creative sales strategies, such as offering discounts on stoneware or gift certificates.
  • One participant discusses the impact of personal issues faced by hosts on their ability to hold shows.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the specifics of maintaining active status, with some participants confident in their understanding of the requirements while others express uncertainty. No clear consensus emerges regarding the best strategies to avoid inactivity.

Contextual Notes

Participants share experiences specific to their regions, particularly in relation to weather impacts on show bookings and sales. The discussion reflects a range of personal circumstances affecting their business activities.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants facing similar challenges with maintaining their active status may find the shared experiences and strategies relevant to their situations.

My director told me about a new thing that was talked about at leadership called 3-2-1... which stands for 3 contacts a day 2 bookings a week, 1 recurit a month... I went to a training last weekend, let me tell y ou it lit the fire underneath my butt... LOL :)
 
ChefBurke said:
Yea I got mine too today but unlike everyone else I have ZERO shows for Feb or March & my baby is sick-I had to take her for a breathing treatment today! It was horrible holding my 10month olds little arms down & forcing a mask on her face while she screamed in fear for 10min straighjt!!! I'm a single mom so i am struggling now... I dont have a sitter who can watch her right now to do shows... little stressful!! I will TRY to make calls tomorrow but lately they havent been getting me anywhere! Whats somthing special i can offer as a bonus for a feb show WITHOUT COMING OUT OF POCKET AS I HAVE NOOOO MONEY!!!!

I was thinking of going to a few businesses (Curves is one that is always selling avon and gold canyon candles) ...so I plan to go there, and I will suggest that the person in charge could co-host, and we could offer 1/2 of the benefits to one mystery customer... we'll see how that goes! Good luck. I would also try the leave of absence....that is why they have such a thing!
 
Pardon a newbie here, but what happens when you go inactive? I thought I read somewhere that there were no fees or penalties to be reactivated???
 
StamperedChef said:
Pardon a newbie here, but what happens when you go inactive? I thought I read somewhere that there were no fees or penalties to be reactivated???

True no fees. But you loose the total career sales you have accumulated, and when you reach $15,000 you get an additional 2% commission. Plus if you have recruited anyone,those recruits would no longer be under you, they'd go under your director...
The only time you'd have to pay again, is if you were inactive for a year.

To stay active...we only have to turn in $200 every other month.

Hope this helps!
 
Thanks for the info!
 

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