topic Re: Distraction by hosts in Q Talk

Distraction by hosts

hyacinth003 — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 04:26:48 GMT

This can occur in any number of ways.

Some of it is hypertalkativeness. Some of it is speech patterns or the way one does their hair, makeup, or clothing.

If QVC wants to SELL things, I would think they would like their hosts to NOT be a distraction in any way. Could be crazy nail polish showing jewelry. Personal taste really doesn't come in to how someone dresses for work so much.

There have been times I was so distracted by a weird nail polish that the jewelry didn't even get to me! Or if my mind keeps saying "I wish so and so would shut up for a moment," I probably won't buy.

If one is selling makeup and skin care and doesn't look so good, I wonder why!

If a host and a vendor are yapping at each other, don't get much information.

Anyone else wonder why QVC allows any host to be a distraction in any way?

Hyacinth

Re: Distraction by hosts

makena — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 04:39:16 GMT

I never have a problem keeping my focus on an item being sold if it interests me. There are hosts I prefer not to watch but if I were to get distracted, it would most likely be by something that is more interesting and not by something I didn't like, I certainly would not expect QVC to dictate what nail polish a host should wear. I've seen some vendors wear very odd color nail polish -- do you think they should set expectations as to their nail polish also?

Re: Distraction by hosts

JaneMarple — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 04:47:54 GMT

@makena wrote:
I never have a problem keeping my focus on an item being sold if it interests me. There are hosts I prefer not to watch but if I were to get distracted, it would most likely be by something that is more interesting and not by something I didn't like, I certainly would not expect QVC to dictate what nail polish a host should wear. I've seen some vendors wear very odd color nail polish -- do you think they should set expectations as to their nail polish also?

I've never been distracted by a host, their clothing, hairstyle or nail polish in the slightest. Like you @makena I'm concentrating on the product shown and if it doesn't pique my interest then I change the channel.

Re: Distraction by hosts

StraytoStay — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 04:48:57 GMT

I love the different colors of nails the hosts have. I haven't seen any nail art or extra long tips, or anything garrish. I've seen vivid colors, but I love color, nothing ugly about that.

Re: Distraction by hosts

QuinnPenny — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 04:54:56 GMT

You are absolutely correct!!! I agree with you, you wonder why Q doesn't say something, I especially can't stand it when the host wears distracting nail polish when she is selling jewelry, there is one host who wears odd colors all the time, and I can't stand it. I have complained about this before, but it does not help, we can only wish. Thanks for writing about this.

Re: Distraction by hosts

QuinnPenny — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 04:58:01 GMT

I was agreeing with hyacinth003

Re: Distraction by hosts

on the bay — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 05:12:00 GMT

@hyacinth003-

I find myself laughing at some of your post, like want to say shut-up because I know what you mean and yes I have felt the same way many times. And then yes I turn the channel.

It does matter to me but I don't wonder why QVC doesn't address this because I feel like whoever is the "powers that be" and decide on how things are run, just does not get it and isn't listening to the complaints so many have had over and over-the hyper fast-talking, fake enthusiasm, almost like acting classes-just be real, authentic, sincere and calm down and yes if I am thinking the whole time about the strange things they are wearing, my mind wonders and I can't get it off that and onto what they are trying to sell.

Re: Distraction by hosts

Pook — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 09:20:59 GMT

I have never been distracted by anything anyone wears or does. I am interested in the product and I actually hardly notice what anyone is wearing, their speech patters, or their hair and makeup! I think most are not bothered and it seems to be only a small minority of those that post here that are and that probably is even a smaller minority of all who do purchase here. I can't imagine constantly being distracted over small things - and to the point that I would feel the need to run and post it or not order something I needed or wanted because I was so bothered!!

Re: Distraction by hosts

geezerette — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 09:45:27 GMT

Years ago, QVC actually did dictate to the hosts what colors of nail polish they could wear on air. They were not allowed to wear bold colors (this was back when polish was only reds and pinks), and could only have on clear, very light pink polish, or a French Manicure style. Some of the hosts mentioned this from time to time.

The reason? QVC thought it would be too distracting to their products.

Re: Distraction by hosts

narcisse — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 10:03:16 GMT

I always change the channel when Mary Beth comes on. She has this fake breathless excitement when talking about products that is grating.

Re: Distraction by hosts

AuntG — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 10:42:23 GMT

My preference is for neutral nails. I even get distracted by French manicures, but that's just me.

Re: Distraction by hosts

jubilant — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 10:52:26 GMT

@narcisse

I guess it's hard for you to understand what it's like for a host to have to repeat themselves over and over again every day. Can you imagine how hard it would be to have to talk about the same things over and over again every day and come up with something new and original? Personally, I could not do it.

Your posts here today are to get people riled up. It's all too obvious. You know and I know how easy it easy to solve the problem of someone "grating" on your nerves. With the videos and fast forward.....it's a piece of cake! How much easier can it get!

Re: Distraction by hosts

panda1234 — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 12:41:57 GMT

@AuntG wrote:
My preference is for neutral nails. I even get distracted by French manicures, but that's just me.

@AuntG

I agree. The French manicures are so outdated as well.

Re: Distraction by hosts

bakergirl — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 13:42:47 GMT

Distracted by MB?

If you get distracted by Mary Beth Roe, who has been on for 30 years, is beloved and very genuine, would not want to be driving in a car with you. Sorry, but you are way off base on this and most of the posters are about insignificant things. Many things I can see your points, this one not at all. Sorry.

Re: Distraction by hosts

Pearlee — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 13:46:59 GMT

I dislike when hosts start chatting or joking around with crew outside camera range, usually about some "inside" joke or something the viewer isn't aware of. It never has anything to do with the product and it's just an annoying distraction.

I also dislike when a host whispers for some reason. Huh? This is TV and I can't hear you - don't whisper.

I can't even believe I'm posting this because I rarely watch QVC on air any more except for the the shows with the one particular brand I like.

Re: Distraction by hosts

software — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 13:47:30 GMT

There are only 2 things that distract me enough to flip the channel. One is a 40-something acting, dressing & talking like a 20-something and the constant interrupting of the vendor to tell us how many sold or to repeat the color choices AGAIN.

Then I'm gone, and I don't buy.

@hyacinth003

Re: Distraction by hosts

Pearlee — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 13:49:50 GMT

@software wrote:
There are only 2 things that distract me enough to flip the channel. One is a 40-something acting, dressing & talking like a 20-something and the constant interrupting of the vendor to tell us how many sold or to repeat the color choices AGAIN.

Then I'm gone, and I don't buy.

@hyacinth003

@software This is a part of the host's job and she / he is supposed to do it. The producer is giving the host the information in her/his ear and telling the host to tell the viewer. So good luck with that ever changing.

Re: Distraction by hosts

software — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 13:55:53 GMT

I know what it is and why they do it, I don't care if they change it or not.

That's why I change the channel

@Pearlee

Re: Distraction by hosts

Perkup — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 14:00:39 GMT

I am definitelyl not a fan of wild colors in nail polish. I could not possibly care less what the hosts do on their own time, but odd colors - especially the bright jewel colors - are distracting to me when watching jewelry shows. They clash with or distract from the jewelry itself. I also admit that when a host is showing clothing, close ups of their hands with green, purple, black nails are a distraction.

I will say that Nancy's nails when presenting jewelry are usually near, soft and perfect for the job. On the other hand, Antonella's "claws" are a total distraction.

Re: Distraction by hosts

okaywitheasypay — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 14:01:27 GMT

QVC has 24 hour programming to fill and they make profits I would think or they would not still be around. They have to appeal to many people. I do not think it would work if the hosts just came out with a sheet on , face showing through a hole, and speaking in a constant monotone ! Who would watch?

There is a variety to try to appeal to many viewers. If someone or group gets on my nerves when trying to seriously shop I just go to the computer and mute the presentation video ( if it is presented by the one annoying me) . I find before I purchase carefully reading the info helps the most anyway. The description written out is the most trustworthy anyway as far as going back to cs and saying "this is what was claimed about the product."

What distracts one viewer sometimes sells another.