soClose but yet so Far...literally

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses the experience of one participant whose friend from the UK signed up as a Pampered Chef consultant, but not under her. Participants explore the implications of international sign-ups and share personal anecdotes related to cross-border recruiting challenges.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
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Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their experience of a friend from the UK signing up as a consultant, expressing excitement about her friend's potential.
  • Several participants question why the friend did not sign under the original participant, indicating a sense of curiosity about the situation.
  • One participant notes that consultants cannot cross countries when signing up new consultants, highlighting a limitation in the recruiting process.
  • Another participant mentions a case where a consultant used a US address to sign up while being overseas, suggesting that there may be exceptions in certain circumstances.
  • One participant emphasizes the importance of understanding the implications of using an APO address for international sign-ups.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the feasibility and implications of international sign-ups, with some participants sharing personal experiences that suggest potential workarounds, while others emphasize the restrictions in place.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and opinions regarding the challenges of recruiting across international borders within the Pampered Chef community.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in understanding the complexities of international recruiting and those who may have friends or contacts in other countries considering joining the business.

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mistym
Hey Guys...so "theoretically" I should be an FD but "technically" it ain't gonna happen!

My bff was visiting me from the UK and saw how PC was working for me. Although she is a teacher full time she too wanted the extra cash so she could save and come visit me each year! So when she got back to the UK she emailed me to tell me she had signed up to become a consultant!! I spoke with her today and she has 3 shows booked as well as her own in a couple weeks.....ahhhhhh! LOL....soooooo some lucky consultant over there ended up with a fully informed recruit, ready to go and fully in the know about the biz! Wouldn't you love to get that phonecall outta the blue! .....

Riiiiiiingggg, riiiiiiiinnnnnnng.....Hello?

"Good morning, my name is Misty and I am ready to be a consultant. I have signed the agreement, know fully the commission rate and love the tools. I have three shows booked already plus would like to schedule my own in 2 weeks so I can get my starter kit discounted".

"errrr......ahhhhh......gabbba....pssshhhhh......"



I wish her the best and I let her know the first thing she is to do, before ALL ELSE, is to sign up for Chef Success!

Misty
 
Ummm.....why didn't she sign under you? Was that a mistake?
 
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Yeah! What happened? How come she didn't sign under you?
 
Canada/UK - can't cross countries...
 
A US consultant can not sign a UK consultant.
 
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I know this sounds crazy but I hope for anyone who has a friend who wants to do this out of country try to see if they will ship to an address outside of the states. Reason being, I know of a consultant who used an old US address because she new she was coming back to the US (not necessarily the same area) and was able to sign here and yet got her kit sent to her out of country. Mind you she did have an APO so that might have something to do with it, but it never hurts to ask.

I am sorry too that your friend is with another recruiter but at least she has a great friend like you for support :)
 
tpchefrebecca said:
Mind you she did have an APO so that might have something to do with it, but it never hurts to ask.
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APO is a totally different beast, since they are considered US addresses by HO and the consultants are part of the US division of PC.
 
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That explains it!
 

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