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Originally Posted by ameliamarie  i think that a company is looking for a certain demographic, and for this company it was more then likely people with diabetes and when we freebie hunters all log on and request samples it over whelms the sample dept, i don't think what they have done is wrong, they posted an apology and are willing to now go forward and send requests after consideration of the survey. and now they are prepared to handle the response, and having to redo the survey isn't that bad, honestly, especially where you are getting something free for doing it. at least they posted the situation and just didn't send the samples as some companies do. my respect for this company has not changes. i could understand if you heard about this through the regular channels if you have diabetes but complaining about what they have done by actually going through a freebie site is kinda hypocritical don't you think? sorry if i hurt anyones feelings but it is my opinion |
Haven't hurt mine, however....
I think that this company is still in poor taste. They should have outlined that they demographic they were looking for was specific subscribers or those whom have diabetes. It's a well known fact that many people can come close to getting diabetes no matter your age. You could be a young child or even someone later in age. It doesn't matter if you have it now or not, there is still a very scary possiblity you may get it in the future with all the sugar that is put into products. Cutting back on it never harmed anyone and certainly a trial of candy could help save someone from ever getting diabetes. They may decide to do no sugar treats as a concern for their future health.
What it all come down to basically is that it was poor communication. Hopefully next time they'll state EXACTLY whom they are looking for. Most companies don't generalize like that. They keep it open to everyone as they don't mind making business from all demographics.