Why are there no new invitations in the change over kit?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around the absence of new invitations in the change over kit for Pampered Chef consultants. Participants express their experiences and concerns regarding the current invitation options and the implications for their business practices.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, noted that they received their change over kit but found no new invitations included.
  • Another participant mentioned that they do not believe new invitations were created for the current season.
  • Several users discussed the availability of a new printable invitation but expressed concerns about its practicality for mailing purposes.
  • Some participants questioned whether they should revert to using mini invitations, as there is limited clarity on the current options available.
  • One participant shared that the lack of a new theme show this season likely contributed to the absence of new invitations.
  • Another participant remarked that invitations are not always updated and that changes depend on the previous season's materials.
  • Some expressed a desire for more generic cooking show invitations, citing a decline in bookings and attendance when not using them.
  • One participant mentioned that they have a lot of generic invitations available for sale, indicating a potential resource for others.
  • Another participant expressed confusion about the availability of generic postcard invitations, noting their previous use of mini invitations to cut costs.
  • Several participants acknowledged that traditional postcard invitations are less frequently used due to the rise of digital alternatives like Facebook events and personal websites.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the necessity and availability of new invitations, with some participants expressing a desire for more options while others believe the current offerings are sufficient. No clear consensus emerges on the best approach to invitations.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and preferences regarding invitation usage, reflecting a variety of approaches to engaging hosts and guests in their business practices.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights on invitation options and practices within the community may find this discussion relevant.

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sandilou
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I got my change over kit today, and it took me all day to realize there are no new invitations! :eek: Did they say anything about that at the launches?

Sandi
 
sandilou said:
I got my change over kit today, and it took me all day to realize there are no new invitations! :eek: Did they say anything about that at the launches?

Sandi
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I do not believe new ones were made.
 
I know they have a new printable invitation on CC, I know I am not using them. one page and color.....seems like a lot of printing to me, as I mail all my customers invitations. I don't know what I will do if they dont continue to have something.
 
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So, are we suppose to just use the mini's now? There is ONE invitation on the Supply Order Form, but I'm not sure what it is. KG32, what ever that ia.

Sandi
 
sandilou said:
So, are we suppose to just use the mini's now? There is ONE invitation on the Supply Order Form, but I'm not sure what it is. KG32, what ever that ia.

Sandi
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It is the one with the chocolate hazelnut torte that we had last season
 
They aren't doing a new "theme show" this season which is why I think they didn't do new invitations.
 
They don't always change them. They had to last season because the old ones had a white DCB on the front that we no longer sell.
 
Wish there was a more generic cooking show invitation again. I'm debating going back to sending out mini's for the host. I stopped doing it to cut costs, but have noticed a decline in bookings holding and attendance. It's a tough pill to swallow, but I guess I'm going to try going back to it.
 
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Seems to me like they have always changed them. Even without a theme, we need to have invitations and I agree, generic would be great. What are new consultants who don't have old ones suppose to use?

Sandi
 
They must have plenty of the current style that they don't need to change them. Guess I haven't used them in a long time so I don't remember how often they changed them.
 
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wadesgirl said:
They must have plenty of the current style that they don't need to change them. Guess I haven't used them in a long time so I don't remember how often they changed them.
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So, what do you use -- minis? I have 2 new consultants and need to be able to tell them what to use. I use mostly invitations.

Sandi
 
sandilou said:
So, what do you use -- minis? I have 2 new consultants and need to be able to tell them what to use. I use mostly invitations.

Sandi
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I do use minis. I was going to switch back but then my printer wouldn't feed the postcards any more and I hate dealing with labels. So it's the minis still for me. It's really up to them what they want to use or if they want to send them at all themselves. My NED doesn't send out invites for her hosts but she's still very successful. I encourage it to all my new consultants but it's not mandatory.
 
The mini's are great, but can get expensive. I don't care for the torte invites and wish that we had the generic ones (with the people standing around) to choose from. People get to the shows and want to know why you aren't making what's on the invitation!! I've been lucky that a lot of my hosts use my PWS for evites and FB events.
 
They have had a generic invitation for several years now along with a theme show invitation. The theme show one was on supply order in along with the theme show recipe cards. The generic ones were in the same group with order forms. No need for theme show invitations this year since they aren't promoting a theme.

I think PC polled consultants and discovered that most people were not doing theme shows that followed whatever the current HO theme was.
 
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wadesgirl said:
I do use minis. I was going to switch back but then my printer wouldn't feed the postcards any more and I hate dealing with labels. So it's the minis still for me. It's really up to them what they want to use or if they want to send them at all themselves. My NED doesn't send out invites for her hosts but she's still very successful. I encourage it to all my new consultants but it's not mandatory.
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Ha! I thought it was just my printer! I give my hosts the option of me sending, and most want to do it themselves b/c they can hand out a lot of them, saving postage. Everyone is looking for a way to save money.

Sandi
 
yankfan24 said:
The mini's are great, but can get expensive. I don't care for the torte invites and wish that we had the generic ones (with the people standing around) to choose from. People get to the shows and want to know why you aren't making what's on the invitation!! I've been lucky that a lot of my hosts use my PWS for evites and FB events.
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I might have some in my office that I want to get rid of if you are looking for generic postcards.

sandilou said:
Ha! I thought it was just my printer! I give my hosts the option of me sending, and most want to do it themselves b/c they can hand out a lot of them, saving postage. Everyone is looking for a way to save money.

Sandi
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Mine fed the postcards for a long time and I decided to give the minis a chance. I didn't notice any difference so I wanted to go back. Couldn't get my printer to feed them for the life of me! So I've stuck with minis for now.
 
I also have A LOT of generic invitations that I'd be willing to sell.
 
skaugchef said:
I also have A LOT of generic invitations that I'd be willing to sell.
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I'd love your generics - how many and how much?
 
good question, I'll count.
 
Why dont they sell the invites they include in new consultant kits?
 
I'm confused??? They don't have the generic post card invitations anymore? I was doing minis but needed to cut costs and had tons of postcards lying around. I've been using those for the time being but want to go back to mini's as well. I like to use those to have extra's in host packets for the host to hand out to anyone they might forget on their wishlist. That has backfired where they sometimes mail those out but I only include 10 and that's not enough! My host for Saturday never got me a guest list and sent the ones I sent out so I have a feeling it won't be as great a turnout! She also is listening to host she booked off of which is good and bad! When I confirmed date she said she wanted a demo. Previous host had open house style. Last I heard from host she talked to her and teh previous host said the open house mingling worked better. I'd personally rather do a demo because it makes it easier for me to remember to talk about things. I tend to forget things when I only have a limited time to talk! We haven't confirmed all that. She texted me that she'd call me tonight. We played phone tag all weekend! :)
 
I would guess that they aren't used nearly as much as they used to be. Between minis and the PWS, facebook and texting, I haven't had a host use regular postcard invites in forever.
 
They still have postcard invitations. The item number is KG32. It has the chocolate hazelnut torte on it. You can still get the themed postcards from the current season. We just do not have any new theme postcards, because there is no real theme this season. Don't worry, postcard invitations have not gone away.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are there no new invitations in the change over kit?

The change over kit is designed to help consultants transition to new products and promotions, but it may not always include new invitations. This is because the focus is on providing essential tools and resources for selling rather than marketing materials.

Are invitations included in the regular Pampered Chef kits?

Invitations are typically included in the starter kits for new consultants, but they may not be part of the change over kit. The change over kit is more focused on product updates and sales tools.

How can I get new invitations if they are not in the change over kit?

If new invitations are not included in your change over kit, you can order them through the Pampered Chef consultant portal or create your own digital invitations using templates available online.

Is there a specific reason for not including invitations in the change over kit?

The decision to exclude invitations from the change over kit may be based on the understanding that consultants can utilize existing marketing materials or create personalized invitations that better reflect their style and brand.

What should I do if I need invitations for an upcoming event?

If you need invitations for an upcoming event, consider reaching out to your upline or fellow consultants for ideas. You can also design your own invitations using online tools or purchase them from third-party vendors that specialize in direct sales materials.

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