topic Re: Stick to the script... in Kitchen

Stick to the script...

radimage — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 11:19:10 GMT

It's hilarious.

No matter who the host is...no matter which vender they use...the script is ALWAYS EXACTLY the same.

How boring it must be to work for QVC.

Re: Stick to the script...

Sameolmollysmama — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 11:39:06 GMT

It would be extremely hard to talk about a handheld can opener for 15 minutes, that's for sure. But! I'm the dumb one for watching someone talk about a stupid handheld can opener for 15 minutes!!

Re: Stick to the script...

Pook — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 12:06:41 GMT

Then if they would deviate in any way the nasty posts would start!!

Re: Stick to the script...

debic — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 12:45:31 GMT

On 10/26/2014 Pook said:
Then if they would deviate in any way the nasty posts would start!!

LOL, that's a given. I think they could solve world peace and someone would complain.

I imagine most jobs that are repetitive have a degree of boredom. It's a job and it's better than not having one.

At least they get to eat.

Re: Stick to the script...

Johnnyeager — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 12:54:08 GMT

I think it's a tough job and a tight rope to walk. They must, of course, make sure to mention certain things about the product, but if they start ad-libbing with personal stories, the criticism is sure to start here on the forums. I do think its a more difficult job than it seems to the casual viewer.

Re: Stick to the script...

Buck-i-Nana — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 14:43:54 GMT

I don't think even QVC ever dreamed that people would watch QVC endlessly, hour after hour day after day. The presentations must present all the same information so people who only watch a particular program get the same info as someone who watches a different presentation with a different host. If you're seeing so much repetition, I think that's a sign that you're watching to much QVC!

Re: Stick to the script...

KYToby — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 15:25:02 GMT

I am sure in the OP's many years as a shopping chapel host, the OP was able to speak extemporaneously without repetition for hours on end. Not everyone is so talented.

Re: Stick to the script...

millieshops — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 15:32:45 GMT

Kind of like going to Macy's or Nordstrom, no? All the clerks ask the same questions and show their wares. What exactly people who watch for hours on end expect to hear, I certainly can't imagine!

I doubt the hosts are as bored as OP thinks. There's so much they have to accomplishe within however many minutes they have for each item, I can't imagine they're bored. BTW, they make it seem as if they're in charge of the timing - I don't think so. I believe they work against a countdown clock, either in front of them or, more likely, in their earpieces.

Re: Stick to the script...

!FitChick! — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 15:56:11 GMT

Sometimes I watch presentations on products and wonder why obvious selling points aren't mentioned. I watch the presentations for the Kitchen Aid Stand Mixers and I have not yet heard what I like best about the Kitchen Aid. I cook and bake with my nieces and nephews and the Kitchen Aid stand mixer settles the argument of who gets to hold the mixer. Before I got the KA stand mixer I worked with the KA hand held, and back before I knew better, I let my five year old hold the mixer with me- BIG MIStAKE! We hit an air pocket, dough flew on the wall, and I had my five year old nephew crying because he didn't get his turn to hold the mixer. That one is on me, QVC hosts- Cooking with kids, someone who is disabled, or someone with limited hand dexterity are terrific reasons for a KA stand mixer.

Re: Stick to the script...

pupwhipped — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 16:10:46 GMT

On 10/26/2014 Buck-i-Nana said:
I don't think even QVC ever dreamed that people would watch QVC endlessly, hour after hour day after day. The presentations must present all the same information so people who only watch a particular program get the same info as someone who watches a different presentation with a different host. If you're seeing so much repetition, I think that's a sign that you're watching to much QVC!

I think you are exactly right, Buck-i-Nana. And I think I do...watch too much QVC. HA!

Re: Stick to the script...

forrestwolf — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 18:54:55 GMT

I started watching Q back when it had just become Q, and shows were more personable, and before the use of .com, and you wished on the more rare cooking shows they would present X item.......The quality of the items was much better......THEY were not shipping and handling hoarders........The rare kitchen shows meant so much more.....Diamonique was there big seller, with more of those items........2 hour shows were considered the "long shows"......They really gave a viewer more excitement over a show, and not the same old same old......I remember when Tfal, and Nesco were the big sellers, and so long in between presentations....No shows showing just one item or brand at a time......Maybe they should go back to that.........Then the 50 in 50 tour, and cook books were more personable, rather than what they are today......more recipes from numerous people, not just one person...I long for those days to come back..........

Re: Stick to the script...

Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 19:02:47 GMT

It couldn't be too bad. No matter what happens in the life of these Hosts they always come back. Babies, they come back.

My guess is it's a combination. They like the environment and the pay is good.

How many ways can a person say, "Buy this".

Re: Stick to the script...

rat2e — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 19:38:26 GMT

There are a number of people who would love to be a host for the Q. I am certain they receive a number of job request daily. So many people are unable to work, are still without a job or still recovering from the downward economy. The number of actual hosts is a small subset and new talent is always just around the corner. It would be hilarious if a hosts did not appreciate how lucky they are and lost their position due to such behavior.

Re: Stick to the script...

GSPgirl — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 19:48:14 GMT

Lisa was on CNBC one time and said they can't make exaggerated claims or QVC can be sued. Imagine having that hanging over your head.

Re: Stick to the script...

lovesrecess — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 20:20:22 GMT

has anyone figured out it might be a good idea to rewrite the script?

Re: Stick to the script...

Mayfayre — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 20:27:24 GMT

It's like any job where you deal with the public and have to repeat the same information over and over during the course of a day. I had to interview people all day long and there were times when I would have to pause and stop to think if I had already touched on one required point or if I hadn't told them that bit of information yet. It's not an easy thing to do, to keep the information fresh and engage your audience, and not appear bored while delivering the same information for the twentieth time in the day.