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How many people does it take

Quse — Wed, 10 May 2023 03:30:07 GMT

To present a product?
I don't understand the selling here on Q anymore. Every time I tune in, it seems like several manic hosts trying to out talk each other and a vendor, sometimes multiple hosts and a vendor....or a vendor at home, alone, with a terrible connection.

It's really bizarre.

The foolishness between hosts/vendors accomplishes nothing.

For example: I was watching a Lug presentation, the host and vendor were so busy blabbering on, they failed to show the basics. For Lug bags, show the inside of EACH bag because the linings are often different and that would be a point of interest for a potential buyer. I had to go to Lug website to see what I needed.

Lately I find changing the channel solves a lot.

Maybe a few less people, or at least one that gives details about the product would be good.

Re: How many people does it take

SnowOwl79 — Wed, 10 May 2023 04:04:53 GMT

They're talking less about the product and more about themselves.

Same thing happened on HSN. I was looking for a specific feature in a bag. The host petted the bag and talked about how pretty it was. That's fine, but I want to see the inside, the opening, the lining, the pockets or organization.

Sometimes the description leaves a lot to be desired as well.

The same with fashion (and shoes). We need actual body measurements of the model, and the size she is wearing. Also, the factories where they're having some of the clothes made obviously don't get paid enough to pay attention. I have ordered two colorways of a garment, both same size, and one is 2-3 sizes smaller/larger than the other. This happens much too often. I've quit buying anything due to all the inconsistencies. Time + money for returns = too costly for repeated mistakes.

I think they need to ask buyers what's important and make sure they cover that in presentations. It seems they're just flying by the seat of their pants.

Re: How many people does it take

Renata22 — Wed, 10 May 2023 05:11:11 GMT

I agree. I watched a barefoot dreams presentation yesterday and I could not understand anything being said. Several times the host and the vendor were talking at the same time and they were not about to let the other one get a word in edgewise. Yes, I changed the channel.

Re: How many people does it take

NYwoman — Wed, 10 May 2023 05:40:23 GMT

I have seen this, also. It seems that certain hosts need another host to play off of, to compete for camera time with, and to prove that they have "friends". I respect the hosts who can professionally handle a show by themselves, giving all necessary information on each product. Frenetic activity is a real turn off.

Re: How many people does it take

They CallMe MRWILKES — Wed, 10 May 2023 08:51:52 GMT

The logistics of the most basic presentation have become awkward.

Last night two hosts and the guest almost needed a choreographer to determine who should be positioned where and nearly bumped into one another.

Re: How many people does it take

Group 5 minus 1 — Wed, 10 May 2023 11:26:51 GMT

I believe that some of the hosts read these posts and act the fool on purpose. I know sounds a little paranoid,but........

Re: How many people does it take

We rescue cats — Wed, 10 May 2023 11:59:34 GMT

Some things just seem like common sense to me. I was looking to add an Origami shelf unit but needed to know the height between the shelves. They gave every dimension except that one. WTH? Guess where I finally found it? Yep "A"!

Re: How many people does it take

Group 5 minus 1 — Wed, 10 May 2023 13:16:03 GMT

Presentations are just too long. I know I've said this before,but I'd like a little less time spent on presentations.

Re: How many people does it take

pupwhipped — Wed, 10 May 2023 13:31:29 GMT

At this point QVC is just a bunch of racket.

Re: How many people does it take

FranandZoe — Wed, 10 May 2023 16:12:34 GMT

@Group 5 minus 1 wrote:
I believe that some of the hosts read these posts and act the fool on purpose. I know sounds a little paranoid,but........

Well we know for sure that one of them did - she admitted it.

Re: How many people does it take

laluzdelmundo — Wed, 10 May 2023 16:24:40 GMT

Maybe all this babel is part of the Project Athens, QVC's and CEO David Rawlinson's "multi-year turnaround plan, designed to stabilize the core businesses and expand the company’s leadership in video streaming commerce."

Occasionally, it's crossed my mind that in addition to other salary metrics, they are also paid by the word.

Re: How many people does it take

Puppy Lips — Wed, 10 May 2023 17:08:37 GMT

@laluzdelmundo wrote:
Maybe all this babel is part of the Project Athens, QVC's and CEO David Rawlinson's "multi-year turnaround plan, designed to stabilize the core businesses and expand the company’s leadership in video streaming commerce."

Occasionally, it's crossed my mind that in addition to other salary metrics, they are also paid by the word.

@laluzdelmundo Are they paid every time they mention their daughters? Happened to watch a bit last night. Heard at least 3 references to them. Did not buy. Changed the channel in aggrivation at this particular host.

Re: How many people does it take

GenXmuse — Wed, 10 May 2023 17:50:43 GMT

It takes...a village?

Re: How many people does it take

AZfem — Wed, 10 May 2023 17:50:59 GMT

Its even happening with one host. The other night, I was trying to watch a handbag show with multiple types of bags. Each vendor could hardly get one sentence out without being interpreted by this host who would not let them speak! Drove me crazy as i Iwanted to hear the vendor's info.

Re: How many people does it take

ellaphant — Wed, 10 May 2023 17:55:07 GMT

@Quse wrote:
To present a product?
I don't understand the selling here on Q anymore. Every time I tune in, it seems like several manic hosts trying to out talk each other and a vendor, sometimes multiple hosts and a vendor....or a vendor at home, alone, with a terrible connection.
It's really bizarre.
The foolishness between hosts/vendors accomplishes nothing.
For example: I was watching a Lug presentation, the host and vendor were so busy blabbering on, they failed to show the basics. For Lug bags, show the inside of EACH bag because the linings are often different and that would be a point of interest for a potential buyer. I had to go to Lug website to see what I needed.

Lately I find changing the channel solves a lot.
Maybe a few less people, or at least one that gives details about the product would be good.

Dont understand the constant questions re multiple hosts. Obviously that's what management wants. Not going to change.

Re: How many people does it take

happilyretiredgirl — Wed, 10 May 2023 19:34:17 GMT

@laluzdelmundo If they are paid by the word...JT is a multi-billonaire!!

Re: How many people does it take

Tootssweet — Wed, 10 May 2023 19:51:34 GMT

Agree with everyone.

last week I was interested in a handbag that Amy Stran was presenting. She never got around to colors or the inside of the bag. Not that it sold out. I got disgusted and turned off the program. She is getting terrible. Won't let any of the vendors speak

Re: How many people does it take

candyagain — Wed, 10 May 2023 19:56:31 GMT

....5. One vendor to try present the product, one host to talk over the vendor while the other host tells stories about their family and two models to do a silly dance.......

Re: How many people does it take

sheetsheba — Wed, 10 May 2023 20:15:30 GMT

I was thinking the same thing! Even though I wanted to see the shoes JT was talking so fast I couldn't understand what she was saying. Fearing a headache I turned her off! By the way it was a mistake for her to put that jump suit on. Sorry - not sorry

Re: How many people does it take

CANDLEQUEEN — Wed, 10 May 2023 20:29:45 GMT

I stopped watching live presentations for the most part, unless it is a item or a line I really want to see. Especially when they started presenting with two hosts, which is so ridiculous...

They employ enough hosts to let them present one on e with the vendor.

The only time It doesn't bother me with two hosts is with Gourmet shows, because they are usually 4-5 hours long and would be really hard on one host..

I watch very rarely though anymore because too much time is spent on silliness, instead of the products..