What should I do if someone writes the wrong name on a check for my show?

Thread starter jbarnhill
Start date Jun 30, 2007
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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses experiences related to handling checks made out incorrectly during Pampered Chef shows. Participants share personal anecdotes about dealing with checks that have wrong names, including suggestions on how to approach customers for corrections.

Discussion Character

Anecdotal
Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

One participant, identifying as a consultant, shared an experience where a check was made out to the wrong name due to an oversight in the host packet.
Another participant mentioned that it is necessary to contact the customer for a new check and suggested approaching the situation with humor.
Several users noted that customers are generally understanding about such mistakes.
One participant explained that their bank accepts checks made out to Pampered Chef if endorsed correctly, while others mentioned that their banks have stricter policies.
Some participants shared humorous anecdotes about their names being misspelled or mispronounced, reflecting on the challenges of name recognition.
Another participant expressed frustration with their bank's customer service when dealing with check issues.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on how banks handle checks made out to Pampered Chef, with some participants reporting acceptance while others do not. There is no clear consensus on the best approach to take when contacting customers about incorrect checks.