Thinking About Becoming a Consultant.

[pamperedbecky]

I'm wondering if the hot pad trivet is still one though since it's now able to be purchased on the outlet?!?

That's the red one that used to be around. Now it's offered in the catalog in cranberry, so that's the one that comes as the charter host gift.

 

[pamperedbecky]

It looks like you pretty much have it right. The percentages for commission are a little off, but you get the idea. I'll see if I can find a table for you.

 

[Tropicalburstqt2]

It's 4 shows or $1250 whichever comes first. Also, you can purchase your own website through Pampered Chef, but can't collect individual orders or set up wedding registries; However, you can set it up so the host can have her guests order products thru the website. Also, the charter gift isn't just a Feb. special, it's just a special for your first 30 days.

 

[Tropicalburstqt2]

$1-$749 20%
$750- $1,249 22%
$1,250- $2,499 23%
$2,500 - $3,999 24%
$4000+ 25%

 

[Tropicalburstqt2]

Those are the commission rates.

 

[Jules711]

The commission scale is not just the 30 days. It's for all sales. It's just based on sales submitted in the month. You mentioned not paying for the host specials, but we don't pay for any specials (guest or host or recruit). The only costs are postage, phone, supplies, etc and they are great deductions.

It's a lot of info to absorb, but it really isn't too bad.

 

[pamperedbecky]

It's a lot of info to absorb, but it really isn't too bad.

Yeah, it can all be a little overwhelming!!! I think we're all so willing to provide answers to the questions that it's like we're all throwing up!
Not to be gross or anything.

 

[Tropicalburstqt2]

I agree.. I was overwhelmed by the wealth of information at first too, but a good director & being on here is what saved me!!

 

[PartiesbyJamie]

Welcome to Chef Success and Pampered Chef!! I think it's fabulous that you joined this before you joined PC. I personally think you should sign up in Feb & not wait until April - you'll get the signing bonus, great host specials, jump into spring products & have almost a full year to earn a trip!! Kuddos to you for doing all this on your own!! You will be awesome!! Sign the deal!!

 

[peichef]

Ok Synopsis….Let me know if everything is right.

If I sign in February, and the parties are held in February, even though the party doesn’t close until March. The hosts get the February Host Special.

Parties held in the first 30 days get a charter gift…a hot pad trivet or hand soap.

So for February:

2 60% off items
12 Buying Guests Mix ’N Scraper
Every Guest 7” Serrated Bamboo Spreader
Over $60 free choice sprinkles
Charter Gift

Commission in 30 Days
1-849 20%
850-1499 22%
1500-349 23%

4 Shows and 1250 to Qualify 30 days
Get 3 knives free
After qualify get internet privledges.

Samples can be earned, or are generally 50% off.
4th Month item 40% off
New items will be June or July

Pampered Chef dollars can be used toward products or supplies
First 30 Days 4 Shows Submitted 200
First 90 100 for every 4 shows
100 for every $5k
100 for every recruit

Free, ½ price items and host specials not included in commissionable dollars
Consultant doesn’t pay for Host Gift

Thanks, Anything else I should know?

I think to qualify you need 4 shows OR $1250 in sales (at least that's what it is in Canada, except we need $1500)
plus, you can get your website immediately, just not with all the features (individual orders, registry)
samples can be ordered 50% off for a limited amount of time at the beginning of each selling season (or within a short time of signing on as a consultant, should you sign mid-season). April &/or your 4th month is when you can buy product at 40% off
I think that covers it (hope that's all accurate for the US -- that's how we do it in Canada)

 

[heat123]

Definitely sign NOW because of the Amazing Host Specials and the Sign on Promo of the forged cutlery! Who knows if there will be a promo in April! And these are the BEST specials I have seen yet!

Welcome to CS! I too joined here first, doing my PC research before signing on as a consultant!

Good luck and we are all here to help you out to answer all the ???? you have! I know I had a million of them which everyone was so kind to help !

 

[PartiesbyJamie]

I have a great little spreadsheet that I made for my new consultants to help them with all the little details that you need to take care of in the beginning. I was pretty much on my own in the beginning so I make sure they know they are NOT! Let me know if you need the support document.

 

[pamperedbecky]

I have a great little spreadsheet that I made for my new consultants to help them with all the little details that you need to take care of in the beginning. I was pretty much on my own in the beginning so I make sure they know they are NOT! Let me know if you need the support document.

Could you post it here? I know we're all looking for nice, organized things like that! I have an email I send all my new consultants that summarizes a few things, but a spreadsheet sounds much more organized.

 

[lacychef]

Sounds like everyone answered your questions; just thought I'd say good luck! This is an awesome company

 

[PCGINA]

No, I don't have anyone I am working with. I paid my dues to the forum and have been learning everything on here....

Hi Julie ~

I am just reading these posts - and you state that you are not working with a consultant to help sign you up to be a Pampered Chef consultant.:chef:

... IF NOT ...

Of course you can sign under anyone you choose, but I would certainly suggest you sign with one of the consultants on this thread who have been helping you so far. As you will soon find out - that is part of our job as a recruitor - TO ASK -- and then to help you in any way we can... All of the questions you are asking are great questions and are basically what your recruitor would go over with you when he/she sits down with you to order your kit.

You will receive MUCHO help here at Chef Success...from all of us...it is a great board to help others - especially those jsut starting out...

NOW is a fantastic time to join the business and I wish you well in your decisions....

WELCOME TO our little world

 

[Stephanie Fisher]

I would love your support document! I am going to be joining PC in Feb soon as I have 6 dates for shows so I know I can meet the 4 shows or $1250. I am trying to learn as MUCH as possible as quick as I can, there is only 2weeks left to get the ball going.
Thank You
Stephanie

 

[fruit76loop]

Ditto to what everyone else said! I hope you take advantage of the amazing bonus right now and look forward to seeing you here on Chef Success!!

 

[PartiesbyJamie]

Could you post it here? I know we're all looking for nice, organized things like that! I have an email I send all my new consultants that summarizes a few things, but a spreadsheet sounds much more organized.

Would love to if someone can tell me how

 

[pamperedbecky]

Would love to if someone can tell me how

To post something, after you write something in the little "Post Reply" section, scroll down and you'll see a button that says "Manage Attachments." Click on this and it'll let you browse your own computer's files. Go find where you saved the documents that you want to post and double click on them. You have do it separately for each thing you're attaching. It puts them in the manage attachments box and then there's a button that says "Upload File." Click on this and it'll attach it to your post. You still have to click on "Submit Post" for it to be posted. I hope this makes sense!

If all else fails, feel free to email it to me at [email protected] and I can post it for everyone.

 

[PartiesbyJamie]

To post something, after you write something in the little "Post Reply" section, scroll down and you'll see a button that says "Manage Attachments." Click on this and it'll let you browse your own computer's files. Go find where you saved the documents that you want to post and double click on them. You have do it separately for each thing you're attaching. It puts them in the manage attachments box and then there's a button that says "Upload File." Click on this and it'll attach it to your post. You still have to click on "Submit Post" for it to be posted. I hope this makes sense!

If all else fails, feel free to email it to me at [email protected] and I can post it for everyone.

Thanks - it's an excel spreadsheet file (.xls) and won't allow me to upload. I can convert it over to a word doc & try that. I'm happy to email to anyone that needs/wants it quick before I convert it. Just send me a PM or email.

 

[iteachurkid]

Pampered Chef dollars can be used toward products or supplies
First 30 Days 4 Shows Submitted 200
First 90 100 for every 4 shows
100 for every $5k
100 for every recruit



Thanks, Anything else I should know?

Wanted to make sure you had the PC dollars right. It's $100 for every 4 shows submitted in your first 30 days and $50 for every four shows in the next 60 days (90 days total). You also earn $100 for every $1250 you submit in your first 30 days and then $50 for the next 60 days for this. Hope that helps. Good luck and Congrats! You are going to love working for this amazing company!!

 

[ChefNic]

ANyone know if the charter gift will be changing in March since the soap is being discontinued?
THanks.

 

[wickednoodle]

Oh, I really hope you sign up now...don't wait! As a new consultant (Nov was my first month), I can tell you that it's been as AWESOME experience and I'm so happy to be here. As with anything, it's all what you make it, but PC - along with the wonderful consultants you've found here - makes it easy for you to make great things happen.

The best thing that I've found about selling PC vs. another product is that EVERYONE loves PC. I was pleasantly surprised at the reaction I got when I mentioned to my friends/family that I was going to sell PC. Almost everyone said "OH, I LOVE PC! I'll have a party for you!" It was great. I truly, truly don't think I'd be enjoying this like I am if it was any other product.

Good luck! And please feel free to send me a note if you need anything...from one newbie to another!

 

[BethCooks4U]

ANyone know if the charter gift will be changing in March since the soap is being discontinued?
THanks.

The soap isn't being discontinued. The soap & lotion set is. So it will still be the second choice for the charter gift - if the consultant doesn't say which one the host wants they automatically send the hot pad trivet.