What's New with Weekly Bites on Pampered Chef?

[hoosierchef]

So, I was playing around once again, curious.......

I played with Weekly Bites and found the debut thread for it! LOL I remember when they debuted it. I was selling back then!

https://www.pamperedchef.com/repsonly/public_comm/weekly_bites/detail.jsp?id=40

 

[rebeccastt]

A blank PC page came up. I don't see any content! Shucks....

 

[hoosierchef]

Hum...came up in mine.....but then again, I also have CC open. That may be the difference.

 

[rebeccastt]

Now it works....I opened CC in another tab and got it to open. Thanks for the tip!

 

[hoosierchef]

No Prob. I totally spaced that.

 

[gilliandanielle]

What a crappy guest special!! Save what...$3 on a batter bowl?? I can't believe they used to send the weekly bites on a postcard!

 

[hoosierchef]

What a crappy guest special!! Save what...$3 on a batter bowl?? I can't believe they used to send the weekly bites on a postcard!

Oh yeah! I remember getting them! It's amazing how much Pampered Chef has changed in just five years! I could probably find one of them if I dug around the crap I left at my folks house!

 

[gilliandanielle]

I can't imagine how much money they are saving by not mailing out postcards/ paychecks/courtesy notices, etc.!!

 

[dianevill]

I don't remember the postcards and I've been around for 6 years. It's that old age thing... I bet if I dug in my files I'd find a few!

 

[mommyhugz1978]

WoW.....haven't we changed in six years???

 

[chefann]

What a crappy guest special!! Save what...$3 on a batter bowl?? I can't believe they used to send the weekly bites on a postcard!

Regular prices have gone up since then. Those sale prices were $2 off each item.

That was the year I signed, but I signed in September. The Round Platter (mentioned as the Consultant Special) was the host special the month I hosted.

 

[The_Kitchen_Guy]

Regular prices have gone up since then. Those sale prices were $2 off each item.

That was the year I signed, but I signed in September. The Round Platter (mentioned as the Consultant Special) was the host special the month I hosted.

Do you have one? And the oval platter, too? They came with the non-slip sheet, that came with cutting boards, so your bird/entreroastbeast wouldn't slip off the platter!

I've got 'em both and have no idea what I'm ever going to use them for, now that we have all the SA pieces.

 

[AJPratt]

Just in the last 2 years... huge changes.

 

[chefann]

Do you have one? And the oval platter, too? They came with the non-slip sheet, that came with cutting boards, so your bird/entreroastbeast wouldn't slip off the platter!

I've got 'em both and have no idea what I'm ever going to use them for, now that we have all the SA pieces.

I do have both SA platters. The round one looks nice on top of the FV DDB as a cake plate. I haven't used either in quite a while, though. And it's because of the SA, just like you said. Which is why they were discontinued, probably.

Here's the oldest host special PDF I have saved. It's from May 2002.

 

[The_Kitchen_Guy]

Yikes - I have the blue and green crocks next to the range - I use them as tool holders. I have to change my profile - I've been around a lot longer than 4 years!

 

[chefann]

Those are the light blue and green, not the cobalt or forest.Anyone else glad we have the new host program instead of the old one, in which the hosts were just given the item whether they had it already or not?

 

[The_Kitchen_Guy]

Yup - those are the ones I have! (I wish I had the cobalt and forest - much better colors.)Yes, not to mention, being rid of those stupid points to redeem. How many hosts have drawers full of stoneware scrapers because you had to use up every last point before you could close a show?

 

[chefann]

Yup - those are the ones I have! (I wish I had the cobalt and forest - much better colors.)

Yes, not to mention, being rid of those stupid points to redeem. How many hosts have drawers full of stoneware scrapers because you had to use up every last point before you could close a show?

Or who picked the Twixit Clip, thinking that the 25 point item was the full set, not a single clip. I had several hosts get mad at me about that one.

 

[ChefBeckyD]

Yes, not to mention, being rid of those stupid points to redeem. How many hosts have drawers full of stoneware scrapers because you had to use up every last point before you could close a show?

And without going one point over......I hated that! "You can choose another pan scraper, or a citrus peeler...which would you like?"

 

[chefjeanine]

I do miss the old special flyers. . .the drawings made much nicer copies than the photographs do.

I also don't remember weekly bites "postcards" and I'll have 6 years in June. (or is it May? Maybe that's why I don't remember the postcards.)

 

[chefann]

Hated that! Or of all the host really wanted was, for example, the USG, but were short by 25 freakin' points! So then they had to pick other things, and get stuff they neither wanted nor needed.

 

[ChefBeckyD]

I do miss the old special flyers. . .the drawings made much nicer copies than the photographs do.

I also don't remember weekly bites "postcards" and I'll have 6 years in June. (or is it May? Maybe that's why I don't remember the postcards.)

I often wish I had the old half sheet host/guest special flyers with the drawings....much easier on the wallet too.!

I have almost 5 yrs, and I don't remember the postcards either.....

 

[chefann]

I also don't remember weekly bites "postcards" and I'll have 6 years in June. (or is it May? Maybe that's why I don't remember the postcards.)

If you had email, they didn't send them to you.

 

[The_Kitchen_Guy]

And without going one point over......I hated that! "You can choose another pan scraper, or a citrus peeler...which would you like?"

I never asked them - I just filled up the points and submitted the show and let 'em be surprised. "Oh, there was a Twixit clip in the box? Are you lucky! Someone must have dropped it into the box when they were packing it!"

 

[ChefBeckyD]

If you had email, they didn't send them to you.

Ohhhh....that would 'splain it!

 

[smarteez2]

and if you

So, I was playing around once again, curious.......

I played with Weekly Bites and found the debut thread for it! LOL I remember when they debuted it. I was selling back then!

https://www.pamperedchef.com/repsonly/public_comm/weekly_bites/detail.jsp?id=40

change the number at the end of that link you can get them all I just went up as far as 56!!

 

[BethCooks4U]

I still can't figure out how to open the link. Can you post it as a jpeg?

I, too, wish they'd go back to the line drawings. It would be so easier and cheaper to just print several copies from the computer!

 

[hoosierchef]

I still have those Blue & Green crocks too. I love them. I have utensil in one by the stove and the other is just basically a pretty thing on top of a shelf in my kitchen. I remember the stones with the cutting boards. I have those laying around here too somewhere......

Now that you guys mention it, the points thing did suck! It kinda reminded me of the old Wheel of Fortune where they had $$ to spend in the WoF store! LOL It was way too much trouble come time to check out! The new host program is MUCH better.

 

[chefann]

I still can't figure out how to open the link. Can you post it as a jpeg?

I, too, wish they'd go back to the line drawings. It would be so easier and cheaper to just print several copies from the computer!

Beth,

Open another browser window and log into CC. Leave that window open, then come back and try the link again.

 

[BethCooks4U]

Beth,

Open another browser window and log into CC. Leave that window open, then come back and try the link again.

Nope still doesn't work. It asks for my consultant number and password and then I get a blank page.

 

[BethCooks4U]

Never mind. I tried AGAIN and now it worked!

Here's the script in case anyone else has a problem:



March 6, 2001 Dates to Remember
Shipping Show Orders:
Shipping Supply Orders:
Shipping Kits:
Cookbook Fund-raisers:
Last Business Day of the Month:


Received 2/28
Received 3/2
Received 3/2
Received 3/2
March 30



Please note: These shipping dates are current as of the date of this bulletin. For the most current shipping information on your orders, log onto the Online Shipment Status area, found under Consultant's Web Tools in the Consultant's Corner at www.pamperedchef.com.


Current Promotions

March Consultant Special: Submit three qualified Shows in March, and receive the New Traditions Round Platter FREE. Only Kitchen Shows, Pampered Bride Kitchen Shows and Fund-raisers count toward this special.

March Guest Special: Buy the Classic Batter Bowl for $11 (#5306) and the Small Batter Bowl for $8 (#5308).

March Host Bonus: Submit $1,000 or more in total guest sales, and receive the Mix 'N Scraper, Classic Batter Bowl, Small Batter Bowl, Korintje Cinnamon, and Pizza Crust & Roll Mix FREE (#5307).


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Continuing Programs


Travel Treasures (Dec. 11, 2000 — Dec. 7, 2001)
Executive Rewards (March 1 — Aug. 31, 2001)
Great Beginnings (March 1 — July 31)

Welcome to your first Weekly Bites!
This bulletin replaces the weekly postcard as your source for the most up-to-date information from the Home Office. And the quickest way to receive that information is via e-mail. If you have a registered e-mail address with the Home Office, you'll want to check your inbox on Tuesdays for the latest news.

For Kitchen Consultants without a registered e-mail address, you'll receive a printed version of Weekly Bites, which mails on Fridays. And just like the postcard, Weekly Bites will not be produced the week the Kitchen Consultant News mails. Weekly Bites will also be archived under Consultant's Corner at www.pamperedchef.com, so you can access past issues anytime.

If you would like to change the way in which you receive the Weekly Bites, please send an e-mail to Field Services at [email protected].



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April Is Kit Enhancement Month!

In April, all active Kitchen Consultants have the opportunity to purchase products at a 40 percent discount. This allows you to add products to your kit, replace damaged products or buy products for personal use.

As a bonus, Consultants who submit $1,000 - $1,249.99 in commissionable sales in any month earn a $10 Kit Enhancement credit. Kit Enhancement credit expires each year on the last business day of April, so be sure to use your Kit Enhancement credit this April. See your March commission check (mailed in April) to verify if you have earned any credits.

To redeem your Kit Enhancement credit and 40 percent discount, fill out a current sales receipt. Here are some steps to take when completing your order:

When totaling your order under the Order Form Totals section of the sales receipt, fill in the 40 percent discount on the Past Host Discount line for both the Product Amount and Pantry Amount.

If you have earned a Kit Enhancement credit, be sure to check the Kit Enhancement Credit box and the Kit Enhancement Credit Amount under the Order Type section of the sales receipt. Your Kit Enhancement Credit Amount then becomes a form of payment toward the Grand Total.

Once you calculate your Grand Total, subtract your Kit Enhancement credit amount. Your balance must then be paid by Consultant check, Pampered Chef Debit Card or Pampered Chef Visa Card only.
For PamperedPartner® 32-bit users: Select Non-Commission Order at the toolbar, click on Add Order and select Kit Enhancement as the order type from the drop-down list. Then proceed to enter your order. For PamperedPartner 16-bit users: Select Supply at the toolbar, click on Add Order in the Paperwork/Supply Order screen and select Kit Enhancement as the order type from the drop-down list. Then proceed to enter your order.

Refer to the "Kit Enhancement" section of your Consultant Business Guide for complete details.


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Help Whip Cancer Reminders
As a special benefit, hosts of Help Whip Cancer Kitchen Show Fund-raisers are eligible to receive the May Host Bonus. However, as with all traditional Kitchen Show Fund-raisers, they will not receive any other host benefits, including: points for hospitality, guest sales and guest orders; booking and closing awards; a 10 percent past host discount; half price items; and a Show discount on their personal purchase.

Also, the prices of the Help Whip Cancer products listed on the paperwork/supply order form already reflect the 20 percent discount offered to Kitchen Consultants from April 1 — May 31. Those prices are:

Help Whip Cancer Adjustable Measuring Spoons Twin Set, #3656, $8.00
Pink Twixit! Clip Combo Pack, #3657, $3.75
These special products are only available for purchase through May 31.


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Paperwork Updates

The new mid-season products flyer (#9686, 15/$1.25) and postcard invitation (#9688, 40/$.75) are currently available for purchase. To order these mid-season materials, please fill out the new paperwork/supply order form, which you received in your post-Leadership Conference mailing. New Kitchen Consultants receive a new paperwork/supply order form in their kits.

On the new paperwork/supply order form, we inadvertently marked the Super Starter program flyer (#9322, 15/$1.25) as updated. While the photo of the Super Starter kit does not reflect the new Baker's Rollerš, the new roller is included in Super Starter kits.


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Upcoming Regional Meetings

Throughout the year, we'll provide you with registration, hotel and travel information for upcoming meetings. For details on each meeting, see the 2001 regional meetings calendar, inserted in the January Kitchen Consultant News. And remember, registration for Family Celebration, Taste of Success, and Ready, Set, Grow! closes seven days prior to the date of each meeting.

Ready, Set, Grow!

Cincinnati, OH
March 23
Regal Cincinnati Hotel
105 W. Fifth St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: (800) 876-2100
Fax: (513) 352-2148

To register for Ready, Set, Grow!, call (630) 916-1396 or log onto our Web site at www.pamperedchef.com.

Family Celebration

Baltimore, MD
March 30-31
Baltimore Marriot Waterfront Hotel
700 Aliceanna St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: (410) 385-3000
Fax: (410) 895-1800
Qualifying month*: January

Rooms: $145 single/double (this rate has decreased since this information was last communicated). Reservations must be made by March 16 to ensure receiving the group rate. Please reference The Pampered Chef when making reservations.

Transportation: Easy interstate access to the hotel, which is located 12 miles from BWI airport. BWI Super Shuttle service is available to and from the airport. $11, one way; $17, round trip. Reservations not required. Pick up located at the baggage claim area.

Parking: Available at the parking garage connected to the hotel via a skyway. $8 per day for attendees; $13 per day for overnight guests; and $18 per day for valet parking.

Knoxville, TN
April 6-7
Qualifying month*: February

The Friday and Saturday events will be held at:
The Knoxville Convention/Exhibition Center
525 Henley Street
Knoxville, TN 37901
Phone: (865) 544-5371

Parking: Complimentary parking is available at the Holiday Inn Select parking garage.

Overnight accommodations are at the:
Holiday Inn Select Downtown at Convention Center
525 Henley Street
Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 522-2800
Fax: (865) 523-0738

Rooms: $79 single/double. Reservations must be made by March 23 to ensure receiving the group rate. Please reference The Pampered Chef when making reservations.

Transportation: Taxi services are available to and from the airport. The cost ranges from $15 — $17 one way. Some taxi drivers will offer round-trip fares, ranging from $25 — $28.

Parking: Complimentary parking is available in the hotel garage.

*Upper level Directors who achieve at least $2,500 in sales in the qualifying month will join Doris for breakfast prior to the Saturday morning program. Kitchen Consultants who submit $2,500 in sales in the qualifying month will be invited to a special photo opportunity with Doris on Friday evening. Achievers will be notified by mail.

To register for Family Celebration, call (630) 261-8969 or log onto our Web site at www.pamperedchef.com.

Taste of Success

Dallas, TX
April 2-3
The Wyndham Anatole Hotel
2201 Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, TX 75207
Phone: (214) 748-1200
Fax: (214) 761-7520

Rooms: $155 single/double. Reservations must be made by March 19 to ensure receiving the group rate. Please reference The Pampered Chef when making reservations.

Transportation: Shuttle services to and from the airport are provided by Super Shuttle. The cost is $14 one way. Use the courtesy phone in baggage claim to call for a pickup. No reservations are necessary.

Parking: Complimentary parking is available at the hotel. Valet parking is $15.

To register for Taste of Success, call (630) 261-4038 or log onto our Web site at www.pamperedchef.com.

Heritage Table Focus Group
March is the qualifying
month for: Event Dates
Western Region AR, MO, OK and TX May 9 — 10
Northern Region IA, IL, KS, MN, ND, NE, SD and WI May 16 — 17

 

[chefann]

Glad it worked for you, Beth!Re-reading, I realized that I had forgotten about the Kit Enhancement Credit that we could earn. That was before they changed the commission structure. It's better now.

 

[hoosierchef]

I will chime in about one thing that is DEFINETLY better this time around.....Correct me if I'm wrong old timers.

THE COMMISSION RATES!! As a consultant, I remember earning on 20% regardless of how much I sold, until I reached $15,000 in sales....then it went up to 22%. Now the rates increases the more you sale. This totally shocked me on my first commission check! I wasn't expecting to make that much!!