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[Digby]

Does anyone ever see any men working at your JC Center? One was recently hired at mine although I still see a woman each week for my weigh-in. I have always wondered why JC spends NO money on advertising geared towards men. The plan obviously works just as well for men -- maybe even better than for women. 15 years ago when I first joined JC, I had a man to see each week. He had lost over 150 pounds on the program (as I did then), and I think it really helped me seeing someone like me who had 'been there.' I do see a couple of other men going through the program from time to time.

[theatreannie]

I've seen one man working at my center. I haven't seen all the consultants so it is possible there is another guy, but I somehow doubt it.

Of course JC works for men, but I think there is a belief that a man may be willing to talk to a female consultant but a woman wouldn't be as comfortable with a man.

[BoyWonder]

I agree. I'd like to see more male staff members. I'm glad they now have a male spokesperson in George from Seinfeld. That is what got me to walk into the doors last week. One week, down.

[edorice]

Congratulations! I have read all over the boards that women do not feel comfortable talking to a man about weight issues. Also, woman are more emotional eaters. Having a man tell them to "just do it" would not work well with many women. I'm glad to see George as a spokesperson now as well. I've read his blog on this site too.

[jdh2010]

My JCC is a man, and I really like him. I was thrown off that I had a man at first when I answered the phone, but so far we're doing fine together.

[Glen E]

Glad Jason is on board - huge market for men and they lose faster...I always thought it was a frilly program until I met another guy who liked it. But as far as male counselors, I think it would not be good business sense - men can have women counselors, but not the other way around.

[Will R.]

I can see this hasn't had a new post since February, but I wanted to respond.

I would like to see more men represented at Jenny Craig. I also think women could be comfortable with a male counselor. It would depend on his approach. Each woman would have to know the man wasn't judging her or dismissing her challenges, emotional or otherwise. Women enjoy positive encouragement from men and women.

Hey, I am just happy that Jenny Craig works for me! The staff at my center are excited with me at my success.

The men out there seem pretty quiet for the most part. But hey, there is one in Round Rock, Texas and I am doing GREAT!!!!!!

Will

[kristin67]

I am doing the At Home program and my first JCC was a man. At first it was a little odd to be discussing measurements and such but I got over it. He was great and I was sorry to see him go. Maybe the anonymous factor of talking on the phone and not in person helped bridge the gender gap.

[Amanda87]

I am a Jenny employee and do indeed have a male coworker

[mikedk]

I am a male on the program and hope one day to work for jenny craig. I am an emotional eater, who binges. However, I have been able to learn how to lessen the frequency and the quantities while on Jenny. thanks

[bethanna2004]

I am a male on the program and hope one day to work for jenny craig. I am an emotional eater, who binges. However, I have been able to learn how to lessen the frequency and the quantities while on Jenny. thanks

Hi, Mike!
I'm a gal, but I think men probably have some of the same issues regarding eating. It's kind of a double standard; meaning a gal will notice a gal and think, "Gee, she could stand to lose a few pounds." But I don't look at a man with the same eyes. I just look at extra flesh on a man as being healthy. I know that is wrong! Extra weight on either sex is not healthy.
Emotional eating and binging is a human response be you male or female. Food is comfort. I don't know why, but it is.
Sounds like you are doing well. I like my JCC but sometimes think I would almost feel better talking to a fella because most guys I know are really understanding! So hang in there! BH

[jza2k1]

Hello everyone,

I'm a male Program Director with Jenny Craig for 4 yrs...I have seen thousands of clients male and female and can count on only one hand how many times someone hasn't wanted to see me because of gender. When I think about it>>>I'm pretty darn good at what I do, which is helping change lives' for the better!!

J

[bethanna2004]

Hello everyone,

I'm a male Program Director with Jenny Craig for 4 yrs...I have seen thousands of clients male and female and can count on only one hand how many times someone hasn't wanted to see me because of gender. When I think about it>>>I'm pretty darn good at what I do, which is helping change lives' for the better!!

J

I bet you are very good!!!!! You've probably helped more people and saved more lives than you know. Bless all of you at JC. BH

[Rachel Gold]

I would have no problem with a male consultant, however, I feel it would be inappropriate for a woman to be tape measured by a male employee.

[rwb]

Perhaps they do not pay enough for a guy to support himself and family.

[Digby]

I feel it would be inappropriate for a woman to be tape measured by a male employee.

Why? A Female did all my measuring and I survived!

[Rachel Gold]

Why? A Female did all my measuring and I survived!

I bet!!!!

[Judyta]

There are man too. When I started My consultant was a man ( changed it, because didn't feel so good). I remember I wanted a Sunday Consultant and all of them were man. So I had to change a day.

[Linwalker]

Does anyone ever see any men working at your JC Center? One was recently hired at mine although I still see a woman each week for my weigh-in. I have always wondered why JC spends NO money on advertising geared towards men. The plan obviously works just as well for men -- maybe even better than for women. 15 years ago when I first joined JC, I had a man to see each week. He had lost over 150 pounds on the program (as I did then), and I think it really helped me seeing someone like me who had 'been there.' I do see a couple of other men going through the program from time to time.

My dad just started JC last week and his JCC is a man. I was surprised (so was he). My mom is on maintenance and goes to the same centre as my dad, of course. She said she's only seen the one there.

JC has Jason Alexander as spokesperson don't they? I was NEVER a Seinfeld fan. LOL

[South Jersey Steve]

My Center has a male CD (Center Director), a male councelor (plus two women JCC) and me, the PD (Program Director) so yes, there are lots of guys doing the JC program, as well as working for JC. I'd say about 90% of the clients and staff are women but I see more men joining JC now. I joined in 2010 after seeing Jason Alexander start the program so I'm sure there are other guys who felt the same way. Oh, and Ross Matthews (Ross is from The Tonight Show w/Jay Leno) is a spokesperson & client too.

As far as the tape measuring, it is our policy (in most centers I know) to have the client do their own measuring, whether the consultant is male or female.