People comming door to door.?

Why are people just down right mean? I work for the sick kids foundation, and sorry I do go door to door trying to save childrens lives every day.


Yesterday I had one man that was so mean it put me on the verge of tears, I know I should expect them but it's really unnessecary.


Yes, I'm sure some people may get a bunch of people come in one week, but is it so difficult to just say, "listen I'm sorry I've had 3 people come to my house this week and I really just want to go and enjoy my supper."


We aren't there to hurt people. Our job is not to upset people's lives or take up all your time. I don't see why a little politeness is so difficult


(sorry if this seems bitter, but it does get frustrating)

People comming door to door.?
We don't want to be mean to you and people that go door to door but "our home is our castle" and we get perturbed when someone comes and tries to sell us something that we didn't ask for in the first place. If I was ever mean to you, please forgive me. But I still don't like people coming to my door.
Reply:Bitter and frustrated, then stop doing it. I loath strangers coming to my gate and refuse them entrance or to listen to them. My issues are twofold, saftey and privacy.





Most reputable charities have mailing campains, public radio/tv announcements, etc. There are many frauds out there attempting to get our money door-to-door or by telephone.





You are also putting yourself in jeopardy by going up to strangers' doors.
Reply:get a better job!!! like telephone sales, people are tired of being bothered in their own homes!!!!!
Reply:Some times you just show up at a bad time and people are having it a little rough. Dont take is personal. Its the nature of the business
Reply:I think that its because people get bothered everyday by door to door solicitors and telephone solicitors. Most people simply don't have the money for such things and when you get bothered everyday, then yes, it gets annoying. Personally, I get tired of all the phone calls. I just simply tell them that if I wanted what their selling, then I would call them.
Reply:I think that coming uninvited to my door is rude, and unwanted. If I did not invite you, please stay away. If I had a tough day and am rude, please do not hide behind your good intentions. You are unwelcome, I do not want strangers knocking on my door for whatever purpose.





If you are rude enough to intrude on the privacy of other people, you should expect to have some bad experiences. I take my hat of to those who can decently ask you to bugger off.
Reply:ONLY ONCE have I had a great interaction with a door-to-door guy.. I enjoyed his approach (respectful of my time and me being in my home) and I was overly kind in response.





He approached me with something like "I just want to offer some information on something that is important to me and maybe it is to you as well. If so, I would really appreciate your consideration next time you are choosing to support a local charity" and he handed me some written material I could read at my leisure.





I'm not sure how good his results were in raising funds, but I have a fantastic feeling toward the organization as a result... and for a charity that alone can't be a waste of your time!!?
Reply:You might as well get used to it. I would not be rude but I get angry when people show up at my door or call my home for "donations" or selling things.But, I make donations to various organizations of my choice. I don't want people coming to me to get money from me.





I understand that you are just doing you job. And as I said I would not be rude or mean.





You have to understand that you are invading peoples privacy and people react different ways.
Reply:because some are conmen they come to my door asking for my bank details who gives bank details to a stranger? so after the 7th day on a trot you get annoyed and tell them to bugger off ii know it could be a genuine person looking for donations but when i have asked for proof i get fobbed off with ill pop back later when your not so busy then they dont show up it makes you wonder
Reply:I do understand your frustration as well as people who also get frustrated by door knockers working for a "cause" or themselves. Telemarketers, are in-line with door knockers. Fortunately there is a "no-call list" with which to register to avoid having to deal with an unsolicited disruption. When you are rejected at the doorway - you really shouldn't be offended - it's just part of the job. As far as people politely giving you a reason for their non-interest - I stand firm on the fact that it's not necessary at all. As a matter of fact, it's not your business at all - and who invited you to the doorstep anyway? It wouldn't kill anyone to nicely say "No Thank you." Where the problem lies is that most door knockers get their foot in the door and just keep talking - throwing their pitch - and not even giving the recipient the opportunity to get a word in edge-wise - and when they get a negative reply they continue to keep pitching! Now that's what I call rude as well! No wonder people are curt with door knockers - it's the only way to get rid of them! Better that you leave a pamphlet or flyer describing your quest in the doorway. If people are truly interested they will respond.
Reply:A lot of towns have ordinances that prohibit door to door solicitations and proselytizers. These are good ordinances because a home is private property. A home is a sanctuary. It should not be subjected to unwelcomed intrusions.


If you truly work for a worthy charity, you would have better ways of fund raising. I'm not aware of any charity for "sick kids" that does door to door pandering.
Reply:I think sometimes fringe religious groups have soured homeowners towards people who solicit door to door. They see someone dressed up coming towards the door and immediately go on the defensive. Do you wear a badge or carry something that identifies your group?





Also, some people have been "burned" by other so-called charities soliciting in this manner that are less than reputable. I'm sorry this happened to you. Perhaps you could write down the address and have a supervisor go to the house and speak to them or maybe you could try to solicit them by phone. Then again, if they acted in the way you described, maybe you don't need their donations.





Besy of wishes to you and your organization.
Reply:Your intentions may be well-meaning, but that doesn't change the fact that you, and others who solicit door to door or by phone, cause pain, irritation, embarrassment and intimidation. In my mind that makes your actions immoral if not criminal.





Why do I think this? Well, take a typical situation. The usual people who are at home during the day are often the elderly or mothers of young children. The door must be answered and the phone must be left on for obvious reasons. But after a stressful morning, when you finally get the baby to sleep after trying for hours, then there is someone at the door, waking it up again. Instead of being someone important, it is some money hungry begger or salesperson. A person at home alone may feel intimidated by a stranger at the door or on the phone with all their details. Embarrasment can be caused by having to say "no" to donating money - households do not have unlimited supplies of money to donate to others. The other day I was recovering from an operation, I went to the door thinking it was a delivery, slipped on a piece of paper, and pulled my stitches. Imagine how annoyed I was to find it was a "charitable" organisation begging for more money.


Sorry Rhubix, but what is the "Sick Kids Foundation". I've never heard of it. I recommend you get another job. Going door to door is a public nuisance.
Reply:It is hard to say that because a lot of people respond with "Oh, well, that's ok...Perhaps you would like to donate less..." Several so-called charities have tried to pull that trick with my family before.


Also, your typical family IS NOT MADE OF MONEY. Most of the people solicited for money are middle-class working families who aren't always rolling in dough.

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