topic Re: Hugging and kissing in Suggestion Box

Hugging and kissing

demon — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 00:33:37 GMT

Do away with the hugging and kissing when vendors. comes in with their item. We all know that the host has seen them.

Re: Hugging and kissing

BirkiLady — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 00:36:07 GMT

Shaking hands seems more professional for salespeople. This kissy-face is weird!

Re: Hugging and kissing

loriqvc — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 00:41:42 GMT

Interestingly, you can tell which vendors have clearly asked for no hugging or kissing because the introductions really stand out from the usual affectionate ones—but as long as no one is uncomfortable, I don't have an issue with either style of greeting. The hugginess/kissiness is just the way many people interact with their friends and family.

Re: Hugging and kissing

kaydee50 — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 00:44:37 GMT

The vendors are not friends or family and if they are personal friends of the host, it does not belong in a professional presentation. JMO!

Re: Hugging and kissing

Kachina624 — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 01:02:48 GMT

@demon. We've had dozens of threads on this subject suggesting the practice be discontinued. It's unprofessional and downright awkward for people who have a business relationship. I cringe everytime it happens, which is a lot of cringing. It's the phoniest thing that happens on this shopping channel which has more than its share of phoniness.

Re: Hugging and kissing

KathyM23 — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 04:10:17 GMT

Some people are just naturally more affectionate than others. It doesn't bother me a bit. Of course, if the huggee doesn't like it, they shouldn't be hugged. But an affectionate greeting between people who enjoy seeing each other is fine with me. I like seeing people happy to see each other.

A hand shake seems cold to me unless you are just being introduced to someone. So I say either the affectionate greeting or simply a "nice to see you" greeting. By the way, in flu season I don't want anyone shaking my hand.

Re: Hugging and kissing

Sooner — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 04:17:05 GMT

Most people on QVC are basically actors. It is for warmth and perceived friendship. Nothing at all shocking or worrying about it to me. Just part of the act.

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Imaoldhippie — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 11:43:12 GMT

What a trivial thing to whine about.

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CalminHeart — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 11:56:18 GMT

I don't care if they hug, kiss or do a square dance. It lasts only seconds.

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Krimpette — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 12:57:17 GMT

I don't mind the hugging and air-kissing (never see any real "kiss"). Just something that doesn't make a difference to me.

Re: Hugging and kissing

Patriot3 — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 14:06:39 GMT

I don't watch that often because I check mostly online. But I have noticed that Dan and Jill very seldom hug/kiss the vendors. That is just fine w/me. I don't like all the PDA. They are selling for heaven's sake! They've just seen them before the presentation! And I especially don't like the sound effects.........mwaaa. Yuk!

Re: Hugging and kissing

hsawaknow — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 22:05:31 GMT

I have noticed Denis Basso is really touchy feely

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BirkiLady — Fri, 23 Nov 2018 03:17:36 GMT

@hsawaknow He's plain creepy!

Re: Hugging and kissing

Kachina624 — Fri, 23 Nov 2018 05:47:03 GMT

@Patriot3 wrote:
I don't watch that often because I check mostly online. But I have noticed that Dan and Jill very seldom hug/kiss the vendors. That is just fine w/me. I don't like all the PDA. They are selling for heaven's sake! They've just seen them before the presentation! And I especially don't like the sound effects.........mwaaa. Yuk!

@Patriot3. Dan just may be the phoniest of all. Virtually every vendor is an old friend or pal from years ago; you can bet there'll be some connection.

Re: Hugging and kissing

pommom — Mon, 26 Nov 2018 03:48:21 GMT

It's all fake.

Re: Hugging and kissing

depglass — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 17:41:37 GMT

Let me add my annual complaint about this custom. There is too much transmission of cold and flu germs just by breathing the same air as a sick person. Why hug and kiss them? Many people are ill before they show symptoms.

Re: Hugging and kissing

ValuSkr — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 17:50:33 GMT

Well, the kissing I've seen is pretty innocuous. Both women turn their heads so their cheeks are touching and then smooch the air. It's really silly. Maybe they're just imitating the rich and famous - and superficial.

Re: Hugging and kissing

millieshops — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 17:52:52 GMT

I think what is professional varies from setting to setting. I accept QVC's choices because I think they fit into their goals for their presentations.

If I want a stand-offish business atmoshere - it's never when I'm shopping except maybe for a big ticket item like cars or major appliances - and even then, a salesperson with warmth is far more likely to get my business than an uptight professional.

Re: Hugging and kissing

Sooner — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 18:04:40 GMT

@Patriot3 wrote:
I don't watch that often because I check mostly online. But I have noticed that Dan and Jill very seldom hug/kiss the vendors. That is just fine w/me. I don't like all the PDA. They are selling for heaven's sake! They've just seen them before the presentation! And I especially don't like the sound effects.........mwaaa. Yuk!

PDA? Yikes I'm not watching at the right time! I've never seen anything that made me think "get a room" or lasted longer than 2 seconds. What shows do I need to watch for this to appeal to my purient interest?????

Re: Hugging and kissing

HeiressIn-FL — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 19:01:19 GMT

Really?😲