Supply Order Questions--How Much to Order?

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around participants discussing their supply ordering decisions as Pampered Chef consultants, particularly in light of an upcoming product changeover. Participants share their thoughts on how much to order, what items are necessary, and the timing of orders.

Discussion Character

  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses uncertainty about ordering a large quantity of catalogs due to an upcoming changeover in September.
  • Another participant mentions that show planners will not change, suggesting that they can be ordered without concern for obsolescence.
  • Several users mention the importance of saving PC dollars for the Kit Enhancement month, with one participant noting the benefit of getting supplies for free.
  • One participant suggests that a smaller pack of catalogs might suffice, indicating that borrowing from others in the cluster is an option.
  • Another participant recommends considering non-theme postcard invites to avoid issues with leftover supplies after the changeover.
  • One participant shares their experience regarding the building business (booster) pack, highlighting its potential benefits for new consultants.
  • Another participant echoes the suggestion to prioritize the booster pack as a cost-effective option.
  • One participant expresses confusion about the status of the Cooking Show Planning Guide, indicating a possible misunderstanding about which materials will change.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the quantity of catalogs to order, with some participants suggesting a smaller pack while others support ordering a larger quantity. There is no clear consensus on the necessity of certain supplies due to the upcoming changeover.

Contextual Notes

Participants are primarily discussing their personal experiences and strategies related to supply orders as consultants, particularly in relation to upcoming changes in product offerings.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering their supply orders and those navigating the timing of product changes may find the shared experiences and viewpoints relevant.

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chelynn
So I have $200 PC Dollars burning a hole in my pocket, and I need some supplies. Problem is it's July and I don't want a bunch of stuck that will be obsolete come September 1st. So I need your advice!

Right now I have about 25 catalogs. I plan to do about 4-5 cooking shows and 1-2 catalog shows a month. I have 3 cooking shows and 2 catalogs on the books for July, one fundraiser for August right now.

I will obviously need catalogs, but should I spring for the 100 pack? What about order forms and such--they will be revised for Sept, right?

Here is what I was thinking of ordering now:

P3 Sales Receipts
100 catalogs
5 sets of postcard invites
30-minute chicken & Simple Additions display cards
Take a closer look binder & inserts
some recipe cards
some door prizes--citrus peelers, twixit clips, season's best
a couple packs of gloves
the catalog shoulder tote bag

Then I thought I would order these after the changeover:
cs planner
fundraiser planner
sales receipts

What do you think? Suggestions? :)
 
The show planners won't change
 
Save some PC $s for your Kit Enhancement month if you can!
 
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janetupnorth said:
Save some PC $s for your Kit Enhancement month if you can!
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Definitely! But I figured since I need supplies, I might as well get them for free! :)
 
even w/ that many shows on the books I would think a 25 pack of catalogs will be enough. you can always borrow a few if you need too.
 
And don't forget that we can get 1 pack of show planners free each month!

If you're worried about having leftovers after changeover, you can get the non-theme postcard invites. Those either won't change, or it won't matter.

I'd get 2 packs of catalogs, rather than 100 of them, unless there are other people in your cluster who might need them. Near the end of the season, we try to share in my cluster so that we can still take advantage of the price break of the 100-pack.
 
You should also think about the building business (booster) pack, if you haven't gotten it already. It has more paperwork in it, and you can get it for 60 days after you sign. It has all the below. It might buy you a little more time before changeover. It is $36 plus shipping and tax. And if you just passed your first 60 days, I would send for it anyway, they have been known to accept it late (about the only thing they will accept late). The order form is in the business guide and online.

Item Descriptions:
• Write-in Sales Receipt/100
• Your Life-Your Way DVD Bulk/5
• (2) Product Catalog/25 (Total: 50)
• PamperedPartner® Sales Receipt/100
• Independent Consultant Agreement/3
• (6) Cooking Show Invitation/40
• Drawing Slip/100
• New Consultants Rewards Brochure/20
• Opportunity Brochure/20
• Show Planner/15
• Season’s Best® Recipe Collection/6
• Tabletop Flip Chart Binder + 3 Inserts
• Executive Cookware Display Cards
• Cutlery Techniques Display Cards
 
Yes, get the booster FIRST! That will be cheaper than using PC dollars!
 
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genburk said:
You should also think about the building business (booster) pack, if you haven't gotten it already. It has more paperwork in it, and you can get it for 60 days after you sign. It has all the below. It might buy you a little more time before changeover. It is $36 plus shipping and tax. And if you just passed your first 60 days, I would send for it anyway, they have been known to accept it late (about the only thing they will accept late). The order form is in the business guide and online.

Item Descriptions:
• Write-in Sales Receipt/100
• Your Life-Your Way DVD Bulk/5
• (2) Product Catalog/25 (Total: 50)
• PamperedPartner® Sales Receipt/100
• Independent Consultant Agreement/3
• (6) Cooking Show Invitation/40
• Drawing Slip/100
• New Consultants Rewards Brochure/20
• Opportunity Brochure/20
• Show Planner/15
• Season’s Best® Recipe Collection/6
• Tabletop Flip Chart Binder + 3 Inserts
• Executive Cookware Display Cards
• Cutlery Techniques Display Cards
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Got it! :) I've had four shows (already submitted) and have two catalogs going on right now, with six host packets out for July/August, so that's where most of my paperwork/catalogs have gone.
 
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cmdtrgd said:
The show planners won't change
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It says on the May 29th issue of Weekly Bites that the Cooking Show Planning Guide is one of the things that will be updated for the fall season. Are we talking about different things? I'm new, so that's entirely possible! :)
 

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