Will a Non-Active Recruit Affect My Status as an FD and Commission Percentage?

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores the implications of signing recruits in the context of maintaining a status as a Frontline Director (FD) and the associated commission percentage. Participants share personal experiences regarding recruits who may not actively engage in the business.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their experience of signing a recruit who they describe as a "kitnapper," expressing concern about how this might affect their FD status.
  • Another participant mentions that as long as one recruit remains active, the original poster will maintain their FD status and receive a commission override.
  • Some participants note that recruits do not need to qualify for the original poster to retain FD status, but for a Director status, a specific number of active, qualified recruits is necessary.
  • One participant emphasizes the importance of setting expectations with recruits about their commitment to the business, sharing their own experience of having kitnappers in the past but ultimately seeing success with other recruits.
  • Another participant recounts a situation where a recruit questioned the commitment required, highlighting the need for clear communication about expectations from the start.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the impact of inactive recruits on FD status, with some participants agreeing that as long as one recruit remains active, the original poster can maintain their status. However, there is no clear consensus on the best approach to managing recruits who may not engage actively.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and insights regarding the challenges of recruiting and maintaining active team members within the Pampered Chef consultant community.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants navigating the complexities of recruit management and those interested in understanding the implications of inactive recruits on their business status may find this discussion relevant.

pamperedcheermom
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OK, I signed a recruit back in December but she was nothing but a kitnapper. :mad: I signed another one in January and she's had her debut and is trying hard to qualify in her first 30 days so she can get the knives. :love: Even though the first recruit will do nothing with her business does that still mean I'm a FD? Does that mean my commission % will go up? I assumed they both have to qualify but after reading some of the posts on here, it doesn't sound like it. What about the kitnapper? She'll probably never do anything with it and has so much as told me that too. Can I still count her. Both recruits show up under my name on my IPT.

Just wondered how the "kitnapper" will affect things.
 
You are FD until one goes inactive which sounds like the 1st one will. You will receive a 1% override on your sales & theirs as long as you have $1250 in personal sales per month.
 
pamperedcheermom said:
OK, I signed a recruit back in December but she was nothing but a kitnapper. :mad: I signed another one in January and she's had her debut and is trying hard to qualify in her first 30 days so she can get the knives. :love: Even though the first recruit will do nothing with her business does that still mean I'm a FD? Does that mean my commission % will go up? I assumed they both have to qualify but after reading some of the posts on here, it doesn't sound like it. What about the kitnapper? She'll probably never do anything with it and has so much as told me that too. Can I still count her. Both recruits show up under my name on my IPT.

Just wondered how the "kitnapper" will affect things.
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Nope for FD your recruits don't have to qualify. For Director you have to have 5 personal, active, qualified recruits.

Your kitnapper won't go inactive until after her 90 days, so go get another team member! And then another!! So you can keep your FD status!!:)
 
fruit76loop said:
Nope for FD your recruits don't have to qualify. For Director you have to have 5 personal, active, qualified recruits.

Your kitnapper won't go inactive until after her 90 days, so go get another team member! And then another!! So you can keep your FD status!!:)
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Good advice! You will sign people like that kitnapper so make sure that they are aware of what you expect for the time you are willing to spend on her to get her business going. Ask them if they agree to do the 4 shows and THEN make a decision as to whether this is right for them or not. My first year I had two kitnappers, last year every single one qualified even if they stopped after that. They had a commited to me to do AT LEAST 4 shows. Some ended up doing catalog shows whatever it took after they decided it wasn't for them, but at least they qualified.

I also share my experience with one lady who signed up and then said that she had her lawyer look at our agreement and it said nothing on there that she had to do the four shows, so now I tell them upfront that it's an agreement with me. I then tell them I will comit to help them get their business started.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a non-active recruit affect my status as a Future Director (FD)?

No, a non-active recruit will not directly affect your status as a Future Director. Your status is primarily determined by your own sales performance and team development, rather than the activity level of your recruits.

How does a non-active recruit impact my commission percentage?

A non-active recruit does not impact your commission percentage directly. Your commission is based on your personal sales and the sales of your active team members. If a recruit is inactive, they will not contribute to your team sales, but they also won't detract from your commission percentage.

What happens if my recruit becomes active again?

If your recruit becomes active again, their sales will contribute to your overall team sales, which can positively impact your commission percentage and help you achieve higher leadership levels.

Can I still earn bonuses if I have non-active recruits?

Yes, you can still earn bonuses even if you have non-active recruits. Bonuses are typically based on your personal sales and the performance of your active team members, so as long as you maintain strong sales and an active team, you can qualify for bonuses.

What should I do if I have many non-active recruits?

If you have many non-active recruits, consider reaching out to them to understand their situation and encourage them to become active again. Additionally, focus on recruiting new team members and developing your existing active team to maintain your growth and commission levels.

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