BroccoliFarmer
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Extra box came in..was just the DI unit of my RODI system. *shrugs*
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FishyFishFish
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Just to clarify on my last post. I don’t think that they are intentionally misleading people; I just don’t think they’ve thought this through and it leads to disinformation.
I am not a multi-millionaire businessman, but if I was running a giveaway like this then I would ensure that it was ultra-transparent. I would publish terms and conditions before the giveaways began. In it, I would have the following (and more):
1) An exact list of the giveaways (e.g. not just $10,000 of brand x - I am aware that some of this info was in the videos but I would have it written down).
2) An explanation of how the giveaways were decided. Was it by computer or by a person? Was it done during the packing or as a separate process
3) How are you eligible? Is it when you place your order or when it is packed/picked?
4) What is the time of the giveaway (this relates to point 2)? Is there a cutoff time? Are the giveaways spread throughout the packing day or over a short/fixed period?
5) A list of winners.
I am already left feeling that they have move the goalposts more than once. I feel that they changed the day of (at least) one of the draws after customers had made purchases, and I believe that some of purchases I made didn’t actually make it into the draw at all.
Where is the accountability?
Who’s to say that they’ve only actually given out a handful of ‘prizes’? I’m not saying that is the case but you would think that they would want to be beyond reproach in this regard.
I guess, at least I get my $10 discount cards, even if I will never know if I actually had a chance of winning anything else.
I am not a multi-millionaire businessman, but if I was running a giveaway like this then I would ensure that it was ultra-transparent. I would publish terms and conditions before the giveaways began. In it, I would have the following (and more):
1) An exact list of the giveaways (e.g. not just $10,000 of brand x - I am aware that some of this info was in the videos but I would have it written down).
2) An explanation of how the giveaways were decided. Was it by computer or by a person? Was it done during the packing or as a separate process
3) How are you eligible? Is it when you place your order or when it is packed/picked?
4) What is the time of the giveaway (this relates to point 2)? Is there a cutoff time? Are the giveaways spread throughout the packing day or over a short/fixed period?
5) A list of winners.
I am already left feeling that they have move the goalposts more than once. I feel that they changed the day of (at least) one of the draws after customers had made purchases, and I believe that some of purchases I made didn’t actually make it into the draw at all.
Where is the accountability?
Who’s to say that they’ve only actually given out a handful of ‘prizes’? I’m not saying that is the case but you would think that they would want to be beyond reproach in this regard.
I guess, at least I get my $10 discount cards, even if I will never know if I actually had a chance of winning anything else.
Kellie in CA
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I’d love to know how it’s done too. Like do they go down the line and just l look for boxes that have room for whatever the item is? Is preference given to larger orders? Is it all done at one time of day? A few every hour?
it’s just curiosity on my part.
it’s just curiosity on my part.
BroccoliFarmer
10K Club member
I honestly don’t care anymore. Last order ever placed with them.
Digitalfirex
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This is true. Also feel $10,000 worth of neptune and $10,000 worth of hanna products equals a totally different number of winners. I only saw 1 instgram post where they actually listed the number of winners... that was good because it really put the odds in perspective. Unfortunately it was the only post I saw that listed it that way (it said something like 10 winners for hanna meter ect)
FishyFishFish
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They did start posting a few of the winners in the comments of the YouTube threads, but there’s been nothing for days. Does that mean that they haven’t given anything out for several days?
I assume this giveaway comes under the sweepstake banner, in which case there are federal regulations that they should be following. These include publishing terms and conditions and having a ‘no purchase necessary’ option.
I assume this giveaway comes under the sweepstake banner, in which case there are federal regulations that they should be following. These include publishing terms and conditions and having a ‘no purchase necessary’ option.
BroccoliFarmer
10K Club member
LOL. No purchase necessary when they explicitly state that they are taking the 10 coupons out of the box and replacing it with the free gear.
I find it disappointing that people complain and get disgruntled about not winning a free gift. It’s all for fun. Nobody is being misled if they are being realistic about their chances. I’m sure a lot of people are excited to get something for nothing.
I’m sure all the frustrated non-winners are going to be upset at my post. I apologize if I have caused you further frustration, just sharing my thoughts. I won’t be back to this thread. I didn’t win either but I’m sure my name will be drawn tomorrow night for the dream tank!
I’m sure all the frustrated non-winners are going to be upset at my post. I apologize if I have caused you further frustration, just sharing my thoughts. I won’t be back to this thread. I didn’t win either but I’m sure my name will be drawn tomorrow night for the dream tank!
FishyFishFish
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I'm not complaining about not winning, I'm complaining about the way that the 'giveaway' has been organised.
I fully expect not to win, but I at least expect to be eligible for the giveaways that I was told I would be. I'm not convinced that happened and there is no accountability.
So it is possible for me to be given (I won't say win) a big ticket item without making a purchase?
I fully expect not to win, but I at least expect to be eligible for the giveaways that I was told I would be. I'm not convinced that happened and there is no accountability.
So it is possible for me to be given (I won't say win) a big ticket item without making a purchase?
BroccoliFarmer
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CBXPHXPX if anyone wants it. First come first serve
The chance of winning anything is small. Definitely do not place an order (or multiple orders) just because you want to win something. Even the $10 card means you have to place yet another order and pay shipping if not over $49.
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I was lucky enough to win the 6 TM pro salts.
BroccoliFarmer
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SHOCKING..said the electrician.
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BroccoliFarmer
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I am missing my 65k tank..who can I call on that?I'm sorry to hear that some of you are missing your $10 card. If you reach out to our customer service team, we'll make sure to get you one!
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