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Have you ever heard of "The Pampered Chef"? |
What are your thoughts of the business? I am a consultant with the Pampered Chef and I Love the business! I went to my first party less than 2 years ago and was surprised to see that their tools are very handy and high quality. I hosted a show a month later and couldn't believe how many people were interested in buying their products. I signed up to be a consultant because the products sell themselves and I figured it would be a good way to stock my kitchen full of the best quality tools on the market. I am now a director with the Pampered Chef and I love the opportunities it creates for me. I have 2 small children (2 years and 9 months) and I am able to stay at home to raise them. I work 1-2 nights a week - the nights I choose. Getting out those nights gives me a chance to meet new people and socialize and I make anywhere from $100-$300 a night. The start up cost is affordable - $155 with no hidden costs. The kit they give you comes with over $500 in product and paperwork, (enough paperwork to hold 6 shows.) You can make the startup $ back within 1-2 shows. You do NOT have to hold inventory nor do you have to make the deliveries. The Pampered Chef has the best warranty out there, they back up all their products and are so easy to work with if you want to return or exchange something. They offer amazing incentives for their consultants such as free products, jewlery and incentive trips. They will be sending me and my husband to London next year - all expenses paid. Plus you are paid comission; anywhere from 20-30% of what you sell. As a company, The Pampered Chef is amazing. They have a program that donates to the National Food Pantry and have rasied nearly 11 million dollars for the program. They also have a special month where they raise money for Breast cancer Awareness and have raised more than 5 Million dollars over the past few years. I would love to answer any specific questions you might have if you would like to drop me an email. Or, you can talk to a local consultant in your area. Good Luck! They are pretty good but i havn't been all too impressed with all the products i have bought through them. The products are high quality and some are quite innovative. The business is like many multi-level marketing businesses; I believe they are good for a part time and fun way to earn a little bit extra. I suspect that very few people could make a living at it; but I could be wrong. The shows take a lot of work to put on, and unless you have really good attendance, I don't see how this can make significant money. My wife held some shows a few years ago and considered pursuing the business. My impression is not a good one. The products that are being sold are gadgets that an good cook does not need. Not only are they not needed they are very overpriced. personal preference only I loved Pampered Chef! Every time someone has a show, I buy something new. they are the easiest kitchen wear to clean! If your like me, I have 4 kids, and don't have a lot of extra time. As far as starting it as a business, I think it's just something to do on your spare time, free kitchen stuff. My sister did pampered Chef for fun. Still does. But as far as an adequate income, I don't see that possible. Too low of a percentage. If your looking into something that gives you a sufficient amount of income, I know a few home based business's that you should take a look at. The income opportunity are incredible. But if your looking to be a representative for Pampered Chef, just for a little extra cash and fun, then do it and email me and send me a catalog for your next show! Good Luck! |
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