topic Re: Stop taking advantage in Q Talk

Stop taking advantage

Imaoldhippie — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 14:04:10 GMT

of our kind hearted members here.

I have seen an increasing number of posts wanting to know if clothing items are available. I have a suspicion that the OP never searches on their own but wants our good hearted members to do the work for them.

I have ask for help finding things on here but that is AFTER I have hunted extensively myself.

Bless those that help with hunting down an item.

Re: Stop taking advantage

FrostyBabe1 — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 14:37:28 GMT

The same thing happens in the travel forum as well with people basically asking other posters to do their research and planning for them. It annoys the heck out of me, but no one forces others to respond. No one can be taken advantage of unless they allow it.

Re: Stop taking advantage

Scooby Doo — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 14:43:00 GMT

@FrostyBabe1 wrote:
The same thing happens in the travel forum as well with people basically asking other posters to do their research and planning for them. It annoys the heck out of me, but no one forces others to respond. No one can be taken advantage of unless they allow it.

And then they don't pay attention to advice and come back with the same old question.

Re: Stop taking advantage

fthunt — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 14:47:15 GMT

So Agree..........I don't even bother to click on those postings. I do my own research or go without.

Re: Stop taking advantage

Diva on The Q — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 14:49:00 GMT

@Imaoldhippie: I get what you're saying. Of course, there's nothing wrong with seeking information from these forums BUT sometimes, I think: if someone takes the time to post here, they can just as easily do a google search. You're more likely to get answers faster than coming here and waiting to see if and when someone responds.

Re: Stop taking advantage

NYCLatinaMe — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:07:56 GMT

Some people are better at searching than others. I think some people like to do these searches because of their own curiosity and available time. Some of our posters are generous. I’ll admit to having been annoyed at some of the questions, but have also done searches myself for these folks because I know I can easily do it and it may be hard for them. I prefer not to pass judgment on such things.

Re: Stop taking advantage

RespectLife — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:09:00 GMT

I haven't really noticed this (I do not visit the travel forum).

However, I will admit to be the WORSE GOOGLER on the planet. Is that a word? LOL

I can google Lawn mowers and bananas will come up! I swear I never get results even remotely close to what I am looking for.

Maybe those asking are not 'search' savvy or struggle on computers?

Often I have seen people state they would prefer someone recommend, or something 'tried and true' as opposed to randomly picking something outta GoogleLand.

Re: Stop taking advantage

Travone — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:30:17 GMT

Is this any worse than the posters asking for personal advice? If you aren't interested in a certain post, then just ignore it. Don't let it ruin your day. Life is too short to get worked up over a post you don't have to respond to, or even read.

Re: Stop taking advantage

on the bay — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:34:39 GMT

I don't mind those asking. I also like to read what others say, who may have gone somewhere or used something.Also if someone posts about a place I've also been to, it's nice to read what they say and compare.

Some people might feel posters here are a little more familiar or trustworthy?

I like to read reviews and I also really like to research things. I know that might sound kind of nerdy but my family and friends know if they ask me to find some information or best this or that, some obscure something, I'm happy searching for it and will get back to them asap.

And there is our poster @lolakimono

who always looks for special outfits or clothes even for certain posters.

Those who post beautiful pictures or inspiring sayings (and some are, despite what I feel about most quotes).

So it is not a hardship for those who do it. They don't have to.

Now if it is a word or quick question, or finding a certain shirt, I personally would rather just search it myself.

I don't know why some people don't search on their own. Maybe like someone said they are not comfortable doing it. My mother is not a good searcher. She is not always sure how to phrase something.

Re: Stop taking advantage

Montana — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 16:21:52 GMT

I think some people are not confident in their searching skills and are easily discouraged. It can take a bit of persistence.

If I don’t find what I am looking for right away that makes me more curious and interested - and determined. Often it is a matter of finding the correct terms people use for a particular subject.

Re: Stop taking advantage

dex — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 16:24:04 GMT

I think some posters enjoy being helpful and don’t mind answering or researching the questions asked.I think some are better sleuths than others too.I love to help when I can and feel great if I have a good answer or solution to assist.

Re: Stop taking advantage

Caaareful Shopper — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 17:12:11 GMT

@RespectLife wrote:
I haven't really noticed this (I do not visit the travel forum).

However, I will admit to be the WORSE GOOGLER on the planet. Is that a word? LOL

I can google Lawn mowers and bananas will come up! I swear I never get results even remotely close to what I am looking for.

Maybe those asking are not 'search' savvy or struggle on computers?

Often I have seen people state they would prefer someone recommend, or something 'tried and true' as opposed to randomly picking something outta GoogleLand.

@RespectLife This was SO funny!!

Thank you.

Re: Stop taking advantage

lolakimono — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 17:48:13 GMT

@Imaoldhippie

I understand the frustration about searching for Q items, especially when they are IN THE SHOW that the host is presenting.

I don't mind helping to find items that people see on air, but it does get old when the "new poster" #93 never returns to say thank you or at least leave a heart to show that they have read the post again.

Then I feel as if I have wasted my time and it makes me reluctant to do this again for new poster #94.

I also dislike the "What were you wearing on Thursday?" posts, with no information about the program, who the host was, an item number where the video shows what they are looking for, or even a mention of WHICH CHANNEL this was on.

Re: Stop taking advantage

Kindaglitzy — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 17:58:52 GMT

Whether I plan to travel to a place or not their are some areas I am interested in reading what people have to say. After reading about safaris, think I’ll pass due to bathroom issues which I never even thought to look into. Just one example.

As for other questions either read or pass, for me mostly I pass. No big deal! Not going to get uptight over someone asking for help.

Re: Stop taking advantage

Imaoldhippie — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 18:31:58 GMT

@lolakimono ...............thats exactly what I am talking about. I have helped a few, Im talking just about QVC, and hunted items for them with no thanks and when they ask for a certains vendors item and I go to that vendor and its the 3rd item listed it kind of irritating that they couldnt do it themselves.

Sad to say I have mostly quit helping as much.

Re: Stop taking advantage

dex — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 22:29:27 GMT

@Imaoldhippie @I believe we should help if we can...some people probably just enjoy the attention and that is fine.I will always try to make someone happy esp. if it is that easy.I think a few posters here are not too great with their computers and ask for assistance with things that aren’t that hard to track down.I used to be one of those but I have learned much from all of the helpful people here.I thank everyone who has been patient and understanding of all of my questions and taught me how to use my computer.I used to type in all caps often as I pushed the caps lock button accidentally and didn’t know how to stop.Many people asked me why I was always yelling .....I didn’t have a clue where they got that idea.LOL

Re: Stop taking advantage

CalminHeart — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 11:08:28 GMT

It doesn't bother me if people ask for help. If I know the answer, I'm glad to share it. Why read a post asking for help (or advice) if you don't like them.

Google tailors itself to what a person typically searches. It's not just a matter of searching. A lot depends on what that person has searched in the past. After a while of searching, google thinks it knows the kinds of things you want to show up in results. For example: If someone searches a certain product, that product will continue showing up in some search results. If someone searches a political issue, other issues along that same conservative, moderate, or liberal leaning will continue to show up.

Re: Stop taking advantage

ILTH — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 13:14:34 GMT

I don't mind helping out if it's something that isn't easily researched and/or I have information.

It is rude, however, when there's no acknowledgment of the help or a follow-up by the OP.

Re: Stop taking advantage

Lipstickdiva — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 14:58:11 GMT

People can respond or not respond. It's their choice. I've helped some people out and gotten a thanks and other times I haven't. It doesn't deter me from continuing to help if I can.

I do post in the travel forum and I've never been under the impression that anyone is asking another poster to do all their research for them for a trip. To me, posters are looking for people who have been to the same area and they want advice on where to stay or any must see spots.

For instance, NYC is huge and there are good hotels and many bad hotels. I see nothing wrong with asking for hotel advice/recommendations. Some people are new travels or don't travel often and don't even know where to start with a vacation.

If someone doesn't want to help, then don't.

Re: Stop taking advantage

Imaoldhippie — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 15:44:23 GMT

I did not make it clear in tmy original post that I was talking about searching here on QVC and mostly clothing items.

People see a clothing item on a host and they dont search QVC for it themselves.

Also, I am not upset, angry or anything else because of it, I just think they are lazy and want someone else to do the work searching.

This is merely an observation on my part and not all that important.