topic Re: PLEASE STOP WITH THESE SAYINGS in Suggestion Box

PLEASE STOP WITH THESE SAYINGS

Jeletta — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 21:48:55 GMT

PLEASE tell all the hosts and vendors to STOP with the scenarios to sell every item. Customers see right through it. PLUS, it's still SUMMER and the "pumpkin picking and apple picking" sayings are ALREADY OVERUSED. Enough. All I do is turn the channel, it doesn't make me think of being in those "scenes" and order things. It's out of hand.

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minimalistWF — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 21:56:41 GMT

While I agree that it is still summer and am not ready for the pumpkin picking, etc., that's not how retail works. Those sayings are selling stuff to people and that is the #1 goal of all hosts. These people are not your friends!!!!

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Kachina624 — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 21:57:24 GMT

I don't pay any attention to the apple and pumpkin picking but one host's constant use of "et cetera" is driving me up the wall. I can't stand to watch her anymore. I've never heard anyone constantly use it verbally.

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Mistreatedbycs — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 22:19:09 GMT

WoW, and I don't watch so I have no idea what they are saying but I did go to an apple orchard today, the apples were picked already so I couldn't go picking.

Pumpkins? Nothing yet, just some painted one's on a wood board for your yard decorations.

I still think it may be too early for a pumpkin, if I buy a pumpkin too early, it rots.

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kaydee50 — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 22:19:17 GMT

I don't know what the hosts are saying because I rarely watch. I check what's recently been on and if I'm interested in a product I'll watch that video. Can't imagine watching an entire show.

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SunValley — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 22:19:42 GMT

By the time your item ordered today gets out of "in process" and actually arrives it will be apple and pumpkin picking time.

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candys mine — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 22:50:20 GMT

Depends on where you live. Up north they are allready having temps in the 40's and 50's and it's only going to get cooler from here.

Plus there's the shipping issues.

Plus maybe someone else has outting plans for a few weeks from now when a new long sleeve top or jacket or boots will be Just the ticket.

They're here to sell things so prompting you with occasions to use the product makes perfect sense.

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Anonymous032819 — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 22:52:16 GMT

I hate to break it to you @Jeletta , but even brick and mortar stores are gearing up for fall.

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MarkeieMark — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 23:24:37 GMT

All I want is to look like the cutest one at the pumpkin patch, and that's all that matters.

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ALRATIBA — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 00:19:02 GMT

I pick up my apples at the supermarket, and my pumpkin comes in cans (also in the supermarket).

I don't dress any differently.

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Carmie — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 01:24:57 GMT

Oh yeah, Someone ( not sure who, you didn't mention anyone in particular) is going to immediately tell the host's not to use phrases that you don't like.

advice: Don't hold your breath waiting.

Re: PLEASE STOP WITH THESE SAYINGS

Carolina925 — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 11:21:14 GMT

Those don't bother me although I will say that I don't watch very much, most of the hosts and the "regular" vendors get on my nerves...they all seem to be in a talking contest to see who can out-talk the other. What does bother me is when they start saying, "this will be a perfect holiday gift for _____". I know this is a sales tactic but it makes me uneasy to keep hearing about getting gifts for the mailman, the milkman, the lady who walks her dog past your house, etc., etc.

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CalminHeart — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 11:58:10 GMT

It's hard to sell fall items without referencing something about fall.

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Patriot3 — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:39:22 GMT

I don't need someone to tell me where/when to wear my clothing. I think I am aware of that.....most of us are.

If they didn't spend so much time on one presentation, they wouldn't have time for all that nonsense.

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SunValley — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 16:48:17 GMT

This is one post where I think everyone has a point to make that resonates with me. These apple and pumpkin picking tales are inevitable and annoying and they work. Before getting caught up in a "Hallmark movie" scenario I check my social calendar, closet and bank account for a dose of reality.

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geezerette — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 19:47:59 GMT

@Patriot3 wrote:
I don't need someone to tell me where/when to wear my clothing. I think I am aware of that.....most of us are.

If they didn't spend so much time on one presentation, they wouldn't have time for all that nonsense.

Or if they actually gave a detailed description and presentation of the product...

Re: PLEASE STOP WITH THESE SAYINGS

Jeletta — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 20:48:31 GMT

@Patriot3 Yes, that's exactly what I meant by my OP. Some folks on here apparently don't get it. Customers can't stand 15 mins for each item. If QVC listened to customers to shorten ALL presentations, then all the dumb "scenario playing" being used would be eliminated. It's just annoying that every item they all have to say about "pumpkin picking and apple picking." We watch presentation to hopefully be told details about the item to see if it's something we'd like to purchase.

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MoJoV — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 01:20:06 GMT

@Mistreatedbycs wrote:
WoW, and I don't watch so I have no idea what they are saying but I did go to an apple orchard today, the apples were picked already so I couldn't go picking.

Pumpkins? Nothing yet, just some painted one's on a wood board for your yard decorations.

I still think it may be too early for a pumpkin, if I buy a pumpkin too early, it rots.

If I put pumpkins out too early the squirrels have them completely shredded by the time the first leaf falls. I have to wait til just before Halloween.

Re: PLEASE STOP WITH THESE SAYINGS

Jacie — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 01:03:47 GMT

Just wait, before you even realize it, the pumpkin and apple thing will evolve into the "perfect to have in your gift closet season"!

It's always something.

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tucka — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 02:57:20 GMT

the problem with the host is they have to describe the product and then they have the vendor describe it again,why do they have the vendor if they are going to describe the product ,is it necessary to hear it twice,three times,it could be shorter if you just let the vendor do there thing,so annoying..