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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around a recent survey from Ipsos regarding the Pampered Chef website, specifically focusing on the Consultant's Corner and personal websites. Participants share their experiences with the survey, discuss features they would like to see improved, and express their opinions on various aspects of the website.

Discussion Character

  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, noted that the survey took approximately 20 minutes and focused on the Consultant's Corner and personal websites.
  • Another participant shared that they took about 30 minutes to complete the survey and frequently use many website features.
  • Several users mentioned a desire for a search feature that allows customers to find their consultant by city or partial name.
  • One participant expressed frustration over the lack of visibility for website traffic, comparing it to their previous experience with another direct sales company.
  • Some participants highlighted the importance of making the Outlet more accessible for customers, noting the current process is confusing.
  • Another participant mentioned the need for a counter on personal websites to track visits, which they believe would be beneficial.
  • Several users expressed a desire for more flexibility in personal websites, particularly regarding newsletter creation and recipe organization.
  • One participant shared their detailed feedback on the survey, emphasizing the need for improvements in email layout and website functionality.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on specific website features, with some participants agreeing on the need for a counter and easier access to the Outlet, while others have various suggestions for improvements. No clear consensus emerges on all points raised.

Contextual Notes

Participants are primarily consultants sharing their personal experiences and frustrations with the current website features and the survey process.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights into common concerns and suggestions regarding the Pampered Chef website may find this discussion relevant.

chefjeanine
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Anyone else get this survey today from Ipsos? Took approx. 20 minutes. Main focus on Consultant's Corner and our Personal Web Sites.
 
I took it. It took me around 30 minutes. I use a lot of the website features...
 
I did and I forgot to add my biggest complaint give customers an option to search for their consultant by city or their partial name like other DS companie
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I want to be able to see how many people went to our site like other DS companies websites.

When I was with Arbonne, and had my own PWS I could reset the number of views when ever I wanted, so each month I would reset it and then send out my monthly newsletter and then through out the month I would see how many views I had. The months that I didn't send out an newsletter, really made a difference in views to my website.
 
I got it, but am going to wait a bit to do it (later tonight). I have asked for the search feature several times and have voiced my opinions periodically on the website. I'd better figure out what they were first so I give them all!!:D
 
I got it. I thought it asked some great questions! I was excited to give my feedback. I did go a bit crazy when it asked why I was "somewhat satisfied" with my website.
 
I just got it, I'll do it in a little while.
 
I just took it and it took a while :yuck: so make sure you have the time
 
For those who got it, do us a favor and PLEASE mention how important it is for customers to be able to find the Outlet more easily! I have to walk my customers through it every time, and it's not like it's a big deal, but they sure do have it set up funny (have to select order products, then select "not ordering from a host" and all that jazz). I would also request that you drive home the idea of putting a counter on our PWS's, since everyone wants one. :) Thank you for sharing info on behalf of those of us who didn't get that survey...
 
I know they are trying to make sure that people who order on a show can't see the outlet, but it is confusing. I did lose a $3.50 sale because the only thing one lady wanted to order on a show was the horrible old adjustable scoop. The shipping would have been more than the stupid scoop!
 
anything else before I submit mine?? I forgot about the outlet. THANK YOU!!!
 
There weren't any questions that addressed the outlet. Mostly it was about CC.
 
I just meant mentioning a better link for it. It's frustrating to say "check out the outlet" and listing off 4 steps to get there!!I thought the questions about other websites was weird. I don't really "shop" pamperedchef.com. It was like they were questions for a consumer/customer vs a consultant.
 
Not sure how to get this across to HO, but it's too bad they didn't just have a completely different link to the outlet, complete with an advisory that outlet orders are completely separate orders from regular orders (and show orders, too). That could be written in plain English at the top of the page when the outlet button is clicked, and most people I know would get that point, you know?
 
You can do an individual order with current and outlet items. They just can't put outlet items on a show order.
 
Ok, those of you that finished in 20 mins, you are fast test takers!! It took me forever!!! And I forgot to mention the outlet!!!
 
I got it and took it!! I liked that they asked about the counter for our PWS!
 
I got it tonite, and sent it to my director just to make sure its legit. I guess it is since so many of you received it. Thanks everyone! You never can be too safe.
 
I mentioned the outlet as well. I think that is a huge issue.
 
Got it too; will take it later. Love the prizes we can win!
 
I liked the counter on the website as well. I also asked for an icon that takes you directly to the outlet. Some of my customers can never find it. I like the idea of being able to personalize your website more as well.
 
I did it last night. I want to see us have my flexibility in our own Websites. For example compose a newletter to send out. Also, I think some of the drop-down information is to late. There is current no drop-down to send out to customers on the Feb-Mar-Apr specials for bookings. Now is when I am booking those dates. January is the only one currently showing. TO LATE!!!! I would love the idea of a file for our favorite PC recipes. It is frustrating to try to find a recipe and can't remember which cookbook it is in. I really do hope they do some changes to our PWS. I love some of the tools (e-invites, outlet, etc) but I really want a Newsletter format and may just have to look at others for that. Hate to spend additional money to have both so a decision will have to be made when the time comes if no changes are made. I really like that the company values our opinions on aspects of our business. Thanks for asking PC!:chef:
 
pkd09 said:
I did it last night. I want to see us have my flexibility in our own Websites. For example compose a newletter to send out.

I gave the same feedback, in GREAT DETAIL. I probably wrote five or six paragraphs on my suggestions for how our PWS could be more valuable. I hope they listen, especially on the newsletter template part.
 
Kind of glad I had read this thread before I received the survey. Just submitted mine.
 
I said a lot about the newsletter too. I hope it helps. It is very frustrating trying to send customer emails through our PWS. I like that they jump start it for us, but a lot of times I don't like the options. I really hope they make some major changes. We shouldn't have to spend the money twice!
 
I got it too, it seemed to take me forever. I mentioned the counter, the outlet.
 
I just got another survery about the PC website. It came to me as a past host. I hosted a couple cat. shows in the last couple months as a consultant. Do you think consultants can fill it out?
 
raebates said:
Kind of glad I had read this thread before I received the survey. Just submitted mine.

Same here. Did mine last night. Gotta love it when they put in text boxes where there is no character limit! Wonder who gets the luck job of reading all of our comments??
 
I did the survey yesterday. I mentioned channges in the email layout and a counter for our website.
 
I thought it was interesting on the survey when they asked if we'd like a chat area! (maybe cause they know about all of us!)
 

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What is the Pampered Chef® website used for?

The Pampered Chef® website serves as a platform for customers to browse and purchase kitchen tools, cookware, and other culinary products. It also provides resources for consultants to manage their businesses, including training materials, sales tracking, and customer management tools.

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