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I would like to start a discussion about a particular aspect of Rocks Chat that has concerned me recently.

I have noticed that it seems to have become (for some) an advertising board. Now we all have to make a living and if you have your own business (as I do - I am the proud owner of a 4 store chain of home interior shops) of course you want to boost its profile etc at every given opportunity, particularly during these terribly difficult times, but the last thing I would ever do would be to walk into Habitat and ask them to give out flyers for my shops with each purchase their customers make.

I find it distasteful and disrespectful that there are those who are using Rocks Chat to promote their own Jewellry outlets and services and stating that their goods are superior to those on screen. What I consider even more concerning is that there is an occasional meek comment from the presenter requesting this kind of talk cease, but nothing strong enough to actually make those involved stop these conversations altogether, presumably to ensure the custom of these people is not lost.

I appreciate this must be an absolute minefield for Rocks to navigate because the last thing they want to do is alienate their customer base, but it is frustrating and annoying for everyone else that this happens (and I apologise for referring to an individual here, really I do as I don't want to pick on or single people out!) especially when the most prolific perpitrator barks request orders constantly in the chat, almost all of which seem to be on screen within 20 minutes, while those of us that are respectful and conduct ourselves appropriately on the chat making our requests in the appropriate manner can wait 2 or 3 days before we see anything.

I realise that I am getting somewhat sensitive in my old age, but please, is it just me? The self promotion conversations frustrate and annoy me, as manners cost nothing at the end of the day, but the consistant requests that are being granted so quickly is almost rubbing salt into the wounds.

If it is just me, and I am noticing something that isn't really there (and it wouldn't be the first time!) then please tell me! :)
 
Well all i can say is that it isnt just you ,i too have seen it and it is annoying to say the least i have never asked in chat for anything as i always use the email or live help if i want a request ... im particularly grieved as ive been trying for over a week to get a certain item for my mothers 70th and have lost out soooo many times that im giving up and am going else where as you dont stand a chance against a trader at all ...also ive noticed too that the requests by the trader are put into chat and within minutes they are brought to auction and i do find that irritating for myself and others who can wait for hours for theirs to come on, i know traders have more disposable income than us but i know its put alot of people off but i am seeing a pattern that its one rule for one and one for another... oh well i think my bling fest is on the wane now,especially as ive had to go elsewhere as i couldnt get what i needed ...but after 10days of trying me thinks enoughs enough.
 
So pleased it isn't just me. Was starting to doubt my sanity!

It concerns me that long standing customers are feeling this way, Marie, particularly when you consider some of the comments made on the chat that are directly promoting a competition service/item to that offered by Rocks.

It has me somewhat scratching my head!
 
Well, I must admit, I have been guilty myself of asking for items in the Chat; although for me it is the exception rather than the norm. The reason I do this is because if I am in a rush, the items are usually put on quite quickly - so this is, in fact, Rocks' fault, I'm afraid. The wheel that squeaks the loudest, etc. etc. I really think they need to look quickly into a special "button" just for requests, or even put a notice somewhere to please request items through live help.

I do, however, feel the same as you regarding people touting for business whilst in Rocks chat. What annoys me tremendously is buying up loads of things, then slagging off the things they don't like - totally inappropriate and unprofessional, in my opinion!!!
 
My thoughts exactly LuckyDuck. That is the main reason for my distain - the disrespectful comments about pieces or jewells not entirely to an individuals taste.
 
So pleased it isn't just me. Was starting to doubt my sanity!

It concerns me that long standing customers are feeling this way, Marie, particularly when you consider some of the comments made on the chat that are directly promoting a competition service/item to that offered by Rocks.
It has me somewhat scratching my head!



I know just how you feel Sheffield Owl........
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I know you say 'the clues are there'......but I'm still a-wondering!!
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G'wan give us another clue?
mysmilie_1436
 
Sacha, your persistance is to be admired, but it, alas, in vain.

I shall simply never tell :)
 
Aw shucks.......

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I can be discreet ya know...........:mysmilie_770.gif:

Anyway...digressing a bit here.

I have to admit to not bothering much with the Rocks chat nowadays, it has seemed to have raised more issues and created more tension and angst than it should have done. Vis a vis a few earlier somewhat discordant threads on here from almost day 1.
 
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Why don't Rocks ban them? I don't understand this at all - but since I can't log on there's no way I'll know who you're talking about.

Anyway, more to the point ..... did I mention that I've got 96 houses for sale, a few Highland ponies, a couple of goldfish and if you'd like to come to my restaurant "Meeshoo's Munchies" you can contact me on:-

Cheeky Monkey
Taking the pi$$
c/o RocksTV
 
Ok, well unaccustomed as I am to giving my opinion....

...hee hee, I know, any opportunity!!!

I TOTALLY know what you mean, SheffieldOwl!!!! It is doing my head right in to be honest!!!! I can't help thinking that all the offering to buy stuff off people so that they can make a quick profit is going a bit far and should be stopped. Its just not on

Grrrrrr!!!!
 
Why don't Rocks ban them? I don't understand this at all - but since I can't log on there's no way I'll know who you're talking about.

Anyway, more to the point ..... did I mention that I've got 96 houses for sale, a few Highland ponies, a couple of goldfish and if you'd like to come to my restaurant "Meeshoo's Munchies" you can contact me on:-

Cheeky Monkey
Taking the pi$$
c/o RocksTV

Ooh Meesh, I hope the ponies and goldfish aren't on the menu at "Meeshoo's Munchies" <a href="http://plugin.smileycentral.com/http%253A%252F%252Fwww.smileycentral.com%252F%253Fpartner%253DZSzeb008%255FZNxpt484YYGB%2526i%253D7%252F7%255F4%255F7%2526feat%253Dprof/page.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/7/7_4_7.gif" alt="SmileyCentral.com" border="0"><img border="0" src="http://plugin.smileycentral.com/http%253A%252F%252Fimgfarm%252Ecom%252Fimages%252Fnocache%252Ftr%252Ffw%252Fsmiley%252Fsocial%252Egif%253Fi%253D7%252F7_4_7%2526uiv%253D3.0/image.gif"></a>
 
Why don't Rocks ban them? I don't understand this at all - but since I can't log on there's no way I'll know who you're talking about.

Anyway, more to the point ..... did I mention that I've got 96 houses for sale, a few Highland ponies, a couple of goldfish and if you'd like to come to my restaurant "Meeshoo's Munchies" you can contact me on:-

Cheeky Monkey
Taking the pi$$
c/o RocksTV



Ha Ha Ha ha Ha!!!! LMAO Meesh!!! That's so funny!!!!!!!
 
Ooh Meesh, I hope the ponies and goldfish aren't on the menu at "Meeshoo's Munchies" <a href="http://plugin.smileycentral.com/http%253A%252F%252Fwww.smileycentral.com%252F%253Fpartner%253DZSzeb008%255FZNxpt484YYGB%2526i%253D7%252F7%255F4%255F7%2526feat%253Dprof/page.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/7/7_4_7.gif" alt="SmileyCentral.com" border="0"><img border="0" src="http://plugin.smileycentral.com/http%253A%252F%252Fimgfarm%252Ecom%252Fimages%252Fnocache%252Ftr%252Ffw%252Fsmiley%252Fsocial%252Egif%253Fi%253D7%252F7_4_7%2526uiv%253D3.0/image.gif"></a>

Oh! So you won't be ordering goldfish penne then? I find the Pony burger quite popular though. A little tough and a bugga to get in the pan (have you SEEN how big they are)?
 
Ummmm....by way of explanation.....



I know just how you feel Sheffield Owl.
I know you say 'the clues are there'......but I'm still a-wondering!!
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G'wan give us another clue?
mysmilie_1436


Can I just mention that the above post relates to an ongoing bit of jesting between SO and myself.......
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:mysmilie_691.gif: It may have come across that I was trying to discover who the 'perp' is!

And I wasn't......:21:
 

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