Q Talk

[handygal2]

I have a philosophy that works for me: If l believe that most of what the salespeople say is baloney, l won't be disappointed. Lol.

[GinaV24]

well she can have them.

[NicksmomESQ]

I'm not sure that Jill is considered a vender.She is the designer/ spokesperson for Gili, QVC's own line .I would think that she is an employee? Nonetheless it's tacky for her to pre purchase those pouches.The sale was meant for customers not employees!!

[Lipstickdiva]

Lisa R. never owned the GILI line.  It was QVC owned. She once did a blog or posted about it in depth and explained how it all worked.

I don't believe Jill for one second.  I'm sure it was a sales tactic.

However, I have heard hosts say they are not allowed to order new items before they go on air not that they aren't allowed to order any items.  But then you hear them talk about ordering items before going on air so who knows what the real deal is?  

Unfortunately, this kind of thing does happen all the time in retail. We just don't hear about it because you don't have the sales associates telling customers. 

I've had family that worked in retail and when it came time for end of the year inventory, the employees got excellant deals on items and many times the good stuff was purchased by employees before it ever hit the sales floor.    

[Q4u]

I have nothing against Jill but don't consider her a sophisticated representative (for any upscale brand).  I won't go into why but one example is to publicly state she is buying 40 of something she is currently selling. That sets her up for a lot of questions from us peons out there hoping to buy one or two....  that is, IF the statement is true.

I have two GILI items.  I really like them but they were purchased on sale and probably worth what I paid, but no more.  The quality is good, but....  

[Sylanne]

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@GinaV24 wrote:

well she can have them.

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Yes, someone has to clear them out of inventory.

[mosky]

I did not see the show,but I do not believe being a good salespreson requires being dishonest.

[happygolfcartrider]

Saying she bought forty for gifts is one of the most ridiculous things ever said.

[FoodieBeth]

She never said *when* she bought them (it could have been off - air), but yeah, really tactless to say she bought so many.  Makes her (and QVC by extension) out of touch, given today's economic environment.

[Spurt]

The real scoop on Jill Martin.........

A diehard sports fan, Jill broadcasts for the New York Knicks, reporting during pregame and postgame shows and conducting one-of-a-kind interviews at halftime. Her "NY Minute" segments include such guests as Kevin Bacon, Ron Howard and Spike Lee.

Prior to joining MSG, Jill spent five years as a Sports Anchor/Reporter for CBS-4 (WFOR) in Miami. She reported and anchored the 6pm and 11pm newscasts and contributed to the pre and post games of the Dolphins broadcasts. She also covered the Marlins World Series victory in 2003, and was there for every step of the excitement when the Miami Heat won the championship in 2006. While at CBS, Jill was honored with an Emmy nomination for a story she did with the Dolphins Linebacker Junior Seau. Her exclusives include a week-long series with Shaquille O'Neal leading up to the 2006 Finals, along with the exclusive 1-1 with Canes Star Running Back Willis McGahee when he decided to go pro. Jill was the only reporter inside the Heat's championship Shaq, Pat Riley, Dwyane Wade, and the gang.

Jill began her career as an assistant at The Maury Povich Show after interning at LIVE! with Regis and Kathie Lee and Geraldo. With experience with production under her designer belt, she soon began her broadcasting career in 1999. As the host of WAMI-TV's Live, Jill reported on entertainment happenings in the Miami area, conducting celebrity interviews and covering special events. Following her time with Live, Jill spent a short time as a Hamptons reporter for News 12 Long Island, reporting on the entertainment scene and writing a corresponding feature in Dan's Paper highlighting the summer's must-haves.

From News 12, Jill landed a role as a Fashion Correspondent with Good Morning America on ABC where she highlighted the hottest fashion trends. After a year with ABC, Jill spent two years with the Miami Heat, sharing her passion for hoops as she hosted live broadcasts during timeouts and halftime, conducted fan and celebrity interviews and established in-depth reports on the players' lives off the court. 
In 2009, Jill earned two Emmy's for her reporting with the New York Knicks.

On TODAY, Jill discusses everything from the latest trends to how to shop on a budget. Jill has co-hosted the 4th hour of TODAY with Kathie-Lee Gifford and reported from The Emmys, Golden Globes, and Oscars. Jill was the New York correspondent for The Insider and NBC's Access Hollywood. She conducted 1-1 in-depth interviews, covers red carpet events, and reports on the latest entertainment news.

On March 10, 2015 Television personality and fashion expert Jill Martin added her stylish flair to QVC's G.I.L.I. got it love it® collection through her new role as creative director of the line. The sophisticated yet wearable collection includes chic, contemporary fashion and accessories that have a timeless appeal.

"I am so excited to begin this new venture with QVC," said Martin. "My passion is to help women look and feel their best with fashion that combines quality, affordability and style. QVC is the perfect platform to do this, and the G.I.L.I. collection has a classic yet fashion-forward approach that appeals to so many."

Martin is quite familiar with the global video and ecommerce retailer. She has been working with QVC since debuting her organizational home collection in 2013. She also served as the red-carpet correspondent for QVC's "Red Carpet Style – Live from L.A." broadcast and has supported various QVC charitable initiatives, including QVC Presents "FFANY Shoes on Sale."