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QVC Withdrawals...

Snowhite714 — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 02:05:09 GMT

This weekend was the beginning of my withdrawal from QVC. Between the umpteenth Philosophy TSV and IT Cosmetics presentations I can't take it anymore. Oh and the Christmas in July, don't forget that. Need to get a life.

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sparklestar — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 02:12:20 GMT

@Snowhite714 wrote:
This weekend was the beginning of my withdrawal from QVC. Between the umpteenth Philosophy TSV and IT Cosmetics presentations I can't take it anymore. Oh and the Christmas in July, don't forget that. Need to get a life.

If you watch QVC all day, then of course you will see repetition on any given day.

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January121 — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 02:12:48 GMT

I have cut back on watching QVC ... today, every time I checked to see what was on it was Philosophy so I decided not to watch at all ..... the Q has very boring programming for quite some time now .... seems like the TSV has 10 or 12 full hours & then it is mentioned in each of the other individual shows .... too much already!!!!!

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Gram W — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 02:28:33 GMT

You do not have to watch all day to see the repetition. Just look at the monthly schedule in the Insider. It is a certain that their will be little to no new items in each show. I do not need more of the same in a different color, a shirt that is so long it hits the back of my knees because I am only average size or "amazing" leggings that "are so in this season". Not watching saves me money and aggregation. To each their own. Just my opinion.

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BalletBabe — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 02:39:45 GMT

If you sign up for reminders of your favorite shows, they will email you when they are on. That is what I do. Set your recorder to watch a few movies. That way when something is on that you don't like , you have something else to watch.

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Mistreatedbycs — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 03:00:53 GMT

Years ago I was addicted, yes, addicted. Now, if I turn on the channel maybe twice a week, that's a lot. I'll look at new arrivals and lunchtime specials but that's about it.

I'll order here and there but nothing like I did years ago. I really believe it's because in the back of my head I received "the letter" maybe a year or two ago and that has really changed my buying habits from the Q.

In theory, I believed I was an outstanding customer only to find out the people at the Q didn't think so. At that time I can only admit to one regret of ordering and returning, the rest was all because of quality or sizing and yet they offered their customer service to help me find the right size.

I truly believe I could of offered them my services as a QC manager who would assure each and every customer that what is printed for measurements for any particular clothing item was what they said it was going to be.

But why get in a shouting match, just cut back and let someone else take up the slack.

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KYToby — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 03:09:16 GMT

QVC is a retailer which sells items to make a profit. It is nothing more.

It does not exist to entertain us. It does not exist to alleviate our boredome.

Its product rotation obviously meets its needs, and it sells these "repetitive" items quite well.

If you are "withdrawing" from QVC because you are tired of its programming, then you have obviously expected QVC to be more than it actually is (ie. a retailer).

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MathisFan — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 03:18:36 GMT

OMG! Give it a rest!

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stevieb — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 03:38:25 GMT

@sparklestar wrote:
@Snowhite714 wrote:
This weekend was the beginning of my withdrawal from QVC. Between the umpteenth Philosophy TSV and IT Cosmetics presentations I can't take it anymore. Oh and the Christmas in July, don't forget that. Need to get a life.
If you watch QVC all day, then of course you will see repetition on any given day.

Oh please. It's repetition incarnate no matter how often you watch.

My viewing gradually decreased to precisely none, primarily (but not exclusively) because of the repetition factor, and believe me, watching all day was never the issue.

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stevieb — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 03:44:35 GMT

@KYToby wrote:
QVC is a retailer which sells items to make a profit. It is nothing more.

It does not exist to entertain us. It does not exist to alleviate our boredome.

Its product rotation obviously meets its needs, and it sells these "repetitive" items quite well.

If you are "withdrawing" from QVC because you are tired of its programming, then you have obviously expected QVC to be more than it actually is (ie. a retailer).

Interesting, because you'd think a retailer would strive NOT to have customers 'withdraw', and you'd particularly think one with a broadcast sales operation might strive to entertain and not to bore customers... as at least part of their focus.

As for that endless rotation of the same products, when product saturation sets in, let's see how well this model is meeting their needs... But wait, it seems a survey has gone out asking some customers why they're watching and shopping less... Gasp... could it be that the model is floundering as we speak...

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SunValley — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 04:19:06 GMT

@MathisFan you gave me a good laugh. The repetitive scolding is just too much. I really giggle when multiple lines are gibberish in the rush to post the admonishments.

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3suwm5 — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 04:44:43 GMT

Everyone reacts differently, but I believe most everyone reaches a point when they ask themselves, what am I doing on this shopping channel day after day?

I remember thinking, I have other things that need to be a priority. There is more to life than shopping for the latest gizo, gadget and artlcle of clothing. I don't need the latest and greatest.

Also, I believe as we age, other things/people become more important - IMO

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Drythe — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 04:51:19 GMT

Give yourself a rest, you could try posting more and watching less.

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MathisFan — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 04:53:59 GMT

@SunValley wrote:
@MathisFan you gave me a good laugh. The repetitive scolding is just too much. I really giggle when multiple lines are gibberish in the rush to post the admonishments.

Sorry, I couldn't help myself. Lol

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kaydee50 — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 13:37:33 GMT

IMO, from reading these forums, QVC is an addiction for many people. QVC was great when it was the only game in town but now every store has a website and of course there's Amazon. Obviously, the repetition attracts many people or the Q wouldn't do it. These are also the high profit items--beauty rproducst, QF, SG, D&C, etc. They also focus on the "flavor of the week" e.g., KVZ, now Vionic, etc. I miss the variety of 10/15 years ago.

Skip watching and check out the products you're interested in on the webiste and look for "entertainment" elsewhere.

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stevieb — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 15:01:51 GMT

@3suwm5 wrote:
Everyone reacts differently, but I believe most everyone reaches a point when they ask themselves, what am I doing on this shopping channel day after day?

I remember thinking, I have other things that need to be a priority. There is more to life than shopping for the latest gizo, gadget and artlcle of clothing. I don't need the latest and greatest.

Also, I believe as we age, other things/people become more important - IMO

All true. Not even to mention that with gizmos, gadgets or pretty much anything else... the 'latest and the greatest' are rarely to be found here...

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Q4u — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 14:27:19 GMT

@stevieb wrote:
@KYToby wrote:
QVC is a retailer which sells items to make a profit. It is nothing more.

It does not exist to entertain us. It does not exist to alleviate our boredome.

Its product rotation obviously meets its needs, and it sells these "repetitive" items quite well.

If you are "withdrawing" from QVC because you are tired of its programming, then you have obviously expected QVC to be more than it actually is (ie. a retailer).
Interesting, because you'd think a retailer would strive NOT to have customers 'withdraw', and you'd particularly think one with a broadcast sales operation might strive to entertain and not to bore customers... as at least part of their focus.

As for that endless rotation of the same products, when product saturation sets in, let's see how well this model is meeting their needs... But wait, it seems a survey has gone out asking some customers why they're watching and shopping less... Gasp... could it be that the model is floundering as we speak...

stevieb.... you are consistently astute in your reasoning!

I agree with you completely! Yes, the Q is a retailer (of course it is) but it is also on television (as you stated) and ever more the reason NOT to bore their customers!

They never used to.... with special Halloween shows, funny comedic interludes (Joan Rivers was hysterical). Funny spots and presentations that required FORETHOUGHT, planning and rehersal rather than getting the models, a host and a vendor dancing, kicking and giggling through their hour (I like Happy but come on.... it's boring after five minutes).....

But wait, it seems a survey has gone out asking some customers why they're watching and shopping less... Gasp... could it be that the model is floundering as we speak...

I think it's floundering and needs presentation along the lines of (wait for it)..... Entertainment!

But that requires some talent (planning) behind the scenes .... I hope they get it

So contrary to one poster's continual drumming that the QVC is a retailer just like every other retailer... I respectfully disagree.... they have a distinct advantage being on TV and I hope they utilize the fact to their advantage before it's too late.

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GRACIE — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 14:34:14 GMT

I seldom watch, and when you check the program guide it the same things, over and over again.I have not ordered in over 3 years. The last thing I ordered was Robert Morris earring that were sterling silver in clearance for my sister.

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stevieb — Wed, 27 Jul 2016 23:24:37 GMT

@Q4u wrote:
@stevieb wrote:
@KYToby wrote:
QVC is a retailer which sells items to make a profit. It is nothing more.

It does not exist to entertain us. It does not exist to alleviate our boredome.

Its product rotation obviously meets its needs, and it sells these "repetitive" items quite well.

If you are "withdrawing" from QVC because you are tired of its programming, then you have obviously expected QVC to be more than it actually is (ie. a retailer).
Interesting, because you'd think a retailer would strive NOT to have customers 'withdraw', and you'd particularly think one with a broadcast sales operation might strive to entertain and not to bore customers... as at least part of their focus.

As for that endless rotation of the same products, when product saturation sets in, let's see how well this model is meeting their needs... But wait, it seems a survey has gone out asking some customers why they're watching and shopping less... Gasp... could it be that the model is floundering as we speak...
stevieb.... you are consistently astute in your reasoning!

I agree with you completely! Yes, the Q is a retailer (of course it is) but it is also on television (as you stated) and ever more the reason NOT to bore their customers!

They never used to.... with special Halloween shows, funny comedic interludes (Joan Rivers was hysterical). Funny spots and presentations that required FORETHOUGHT, planning and rehersal rather than getting the models, a host and a vendor dancing, kicking and giggling through their hour (I like Happy but come on.... it's boring after five minutes).....

But wait, it seems a survey has gone out asking some customers why they're watching and shopping less... Gasp... could it be that the model is floundering as we speak...

I think it's floundering and needs presentation along the lines of (wait for it)..... Entertainment!

But that requires some talent (planning) behind the scenes .... I hope they get it

So contrary to one poster's continual drumming that the QVC is a retailer just like every other retailer... I respectfully disagree.... they have a distinct advantage being on TV and I hope they utilize the fact to their advantage before it's too late.

Thanks @Q4u and the highlighted section of your comments above is TOTALLY right on !! They have the advantage of television and they sadly fail to actualize its potential or anything even close...

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homedecor1 — Wed, 27 Jul 2016 02:51:20 GMT

don't ask me why but yesterday my friend took me to lunch for my bd --

she asked if I would mind if we stopped at a few stores (keep in mind she shops everyday!) -- I don't normally shop unless I need something or a great sale.

First stop Kohls:

I'm walking thru Kohls and it struck me "hmmmmm nothing but the same stuff I saw 2 months ago.

2nd stop:

JCP - haven't been in that store since Christmas

3rd stop:

Bealls FL - same old stuff.

4th stop:

Macys -- nothing I hadn't seen before and I was there last month.

don't ask me why this popped in my head "it's just like Q that we complain but I just wasted 3.5 hours mindlessly "wandering" looking at the same ole stuff! At least, Q I flick the channel!!!!