What Are We Supposed To Do If Somebody PMs Us To Review Their WSO?

Banned 13 years ago

Originally Posted by Steven Wagenheim

Enough is enough.

Exactly so. I'm with you all the way (well, at least as far as the park) ...

Answered here (as much as it's going to be, I think): http://www.warriorforum.com/main-int...ht-please.html

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LegitIncomes

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Steven Wagenheim

I'm honestly tired of getting these. I'm sure they're mass sent to many.

Do we report these?

If so, what is the process? Do we forward the PM to a certain member, put in
a support ticket, what?

Enough is enough.

Well I think it really depends on who is PM'ing you.

If I got a PM from a brand new member with 5 posts to their name, I wouldn't be too happy about that. However, if it was from a several year member with 1,000+ posts I'd take a much closer look at it.

Here's what Paul Myers says about them:

Originally Posted by Paul Myers

I tend to ignore them, unless they're from people I know. Then I usually decline the offer. There's not enough time in the week to review everything I'm asked to look at.

You can ignore them, reply, report them, or whatever. That's a judgment call you have to make. Personally, I consider review requests to people you don't know at all to generally be pretty presumptuous. Depending on how they're worded, they can reach the status of rude.

How we handle them depends on how many reports we get.

Paul

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Devid Farah

13 years ago

I receive 2/3 requests for review per day and like Paul generally i tend to ignore them unless they are from warriors i know. Or simply say that i have no time to review their product.

I never report them because i don't see anything wrong for asking for a review.

Devid

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Craig Roberts

Banned 13 years ago

Originally Posted by Devid Farah

I receive 2/3 requests for review per day and like Paul generally i tend to ignore them unless they are from warriors i know. Or simply say that i have no time to review their product.

I never report them because i don't see anything wrong for asking for a review.

Devid

These are exactly my thoughts as well. I will ONLY review a WSO if I bought it, nothing else..

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simonbuzz

Banned 13 years ago

Originally Posted by LegitIncomes

Well I think it really depends on who is PM'ing you.

If I got a PM from a brand new member with 5 posts to their name, I wouldn't be too happy about that. However, if it was from a several year member with 1,000+ posts I'd take a much closer look at it.

Here's what Paul Myers says about them:

I agree with you...I always check for the post count...

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CDarklock 13 years ago

Originally Posted by simonbuzz

I agree with you...I always check for the post count...

I check "See threads started by."

There are a lot of seriously badass marketers here with a post count under 100, no "thanks" at all, and a username that isn't their real name.

They do not start threads about "how do I make money" or "where do I get traffic" on here.

They start threads about "how I get buttloads of offline clients" or "how I made umpty bajillion dollars with three rubber bands, a broken pencil, and some earwax."

And nobody pays any attention. So they shrug and go back to their business, like any real business owner would.

Big post counts - like that 6k in my own profile - belong to attention whores who never shut up. Like, well, me.

Large numbers of thanks - again, like that big number I've got - belong to people who are entertaining and amusing. Like, heywhaddayaknow, me.

Do you honestly want to buy from entertaining and amusing attention whores who never shut up?

I mean, I sure hope so. I'd hate to think nobody is going to buy my stuff ever again.

But I'd like to think the reason you buy is because the information is worth the money.

By all means, follow me around the forum laughing with me and having a grand old time because I'm fun and outrageous and OMG did I just say that?! - but honestly, don't buy business advice from anybody because of that.

Buy business advice from people who know their stuff and teach it well.

I like to think that's me, too. But you're not going to see that in my post count or my thanks. Instead, look at the kind of threads I start. It's a far better indicator of whether I'm someone you want to listen to.
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Rod Cortez

13 years ago

I'm with Legit, it really depends on who is PMing me. I don't get as many as I used to, but I still get them from time to time. If it looks like clear spam or if it's a PM that is not tastefully done or if it contains anything that I think might violate the rules then I will report it. Though that's usually not the case.

If it's one of those copy-and-pasted PMs, I simply delete it. If a person doesn't take the time to make a well-thought out presentation, then why should I bother replying. These are those most common ones I get.

If it's a PM that is well thought out, where I could tell the person actually knows who I am or has read some of my posts, or even takes a minute to introduce themselves and explain WHY they are contacting me, I will reply to them nearly every time. If they have solid conversion numbers, then that will always get a reply. I usually decline most offers because of the schedule I keep.

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Alexa Smith

Banned 13 years ago

I confess that this thread served its purpose for me, as it turned out.

Now, when new members I don't know do this, I just politely decline and say that my reasons are here <link to that thread>.

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Ken Strong

13 years ago

As people above say, it's your call.

But if you do decide to report a PM, it's the "!" inside the red triangle at the upper right corner of the message. A lot of people have trouble finding that, since it's in the exact opposite corner of where it is in regular thread posts.

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timpears

13 years ago

Wow, I have always tried to make time to do the review. I always figure that I may just learn something from reading it. So it is not like I am not getting anything out of it. But then sometimes I tell folks it may take me a few days if I am busy.

I have had a lot of help from folks here on the forum, so I like to do what I can to help others.

My suggestion would be to either reply that you don't have time, or just ignore it. Personally I don't think it rises to the level of reporting it.

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Rod Cortez

13 years ago

Originally Posted by timpears

Wow, I have always tried to make time to do the review. I always figure that I may just learn something from reading it. So it is not like I am not getting anything out of it. But then sometimes I tell folks it may take me a few days if I am busy.

I have had a lot of help from folks here on the forum, so I like to do what I can to help others.

My suggestion would be to either reply that you don't have time, or just ignore it. Personally I don't think it rises to the level of reporting it.

While asking for a review via PM is not against the rules, the are some times when you should report them (as stated previously, that's very seldom the case).

But to illustrate this point, I once received a PM from someone who wanted me to review their "PLR dating" package because that's one of the niches that I'm in (I'm a part-time dating coach). Their PM was actually one of the best ones that I had received so it's one of the few WSOs that I reviewed.

Well, it turned out that the PLR material actually belonged to another Warrior. I advised him of this and he basically told me to F off and mind my own business. Ok, so I tried being cool about it, totally back fired on me. I then reported it to the WSO Mod at the time.

So some PMs are worthy of reporting. And if they are abusive in nature, definitely report it, we don't need that kind of nonsense around here. Luckily, these are very rare (at least in my experience), but I think it's still worthy of making people aware of it.

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Devid Farah

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Rod Cortez

While asking for a review via PM is not against the rules, the are some times when you should report them (as stated previously, that's very seldom the case).

But to illustrate this point, I once received a PM from someone who wanted me to review their "PLR dating" package because that's one of the niches that I'm in (I'm a part-time dating coach). Their PM was actually one of the best ones that I had received so it's one of the few WSOs that I reviewed.

Well, it turned out that the PLR material actually belonged to another Warrior. I advised him of this and he basically told me to F off and mind my own business. Ok, so I tried being cool about it, totally back fired on me. I then reported it to the WSO Mod at the time.

So some PMs are worthy of reporting. And if they are abusive in nature, definitely report it, we don't need that kind of nonsense around here. Luckily, these are very rare (at least in my experience), but I think it's still worthy of making people aware of it.

RoD

Hi Rod,

i completely agree with you. In that case i report them in a second.

First for disrespect and second for copying other people's material.

Devid

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myob 13 years ago

I don't do reviews too good. And considering the time involved, it's just a quick and easy mass delete - unread.
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WebPen

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Rod Cortez

While asking for a review via PM is not against the rules, the are some times when you should report them (as stated previously, that's very seldom the case).

But to illustrate this point, I once received a PM from someone who wanted me to review their "PLR dating" package because that's one of the niches that I'm in (I'm a part-time dating coach). Their PM was actually one of the best ones that I had received so it's one of the few WSOs that I reviewed.

Well, it turned out that the PLR material actually belonged to another Warrior. I advised him of this and he basically told me to F off and mind my own business. Ok, so I tried being cool about it, totally back fired on me. I then reported it to the WSO Mod at the time.

So some PMs are worthy of reporting. And if they are abusive in nature, definitely report it, we don't need that kind of nonsense around here. Luckily, these are very rare (at least in my experience), but I think it's still worthy of making people aware of it.

RoD

That's too bad- copying other people's stuff is bad juju

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Devid Farah

13 years ago

Anyway, I have to agree with Steven, Alexa and Norb that enough is enough.

I made a quick count and last month alone i received 110 requests for review??

Devid

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BloggingPro

13 years ago

As I am beginning to near the 1000 post threshold it seems that I am getting more and more review requests. Kind of odd really. Maybe I can stay at a perpetual 987 posts to keep people from PMing such things haha.

Regardless, I can understand where some of the members who have been around a long time are coming from. Who has the time to review a product from a complete stranger? Furthermore why should I take the time to review something when they could barely take the time to personalize my email?

Report PM and be done with it I presume, however, I don't believe there is a set rule against the asking for review via PM practice.

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Dan C. Rinnert

13 years ago

People recognize your contributions to the forum, think your opinion carries some weight and contact you to review their product. To have so many people hold you in high regard must really suck.

I am fortunate enough to not have that problem.

Originally Posted by BloggingPro

As I am beginning to near the 1000 post threshold it seems that I am getting more and more review requests. Kind of odd really. Maybe I can stay at a perpetual 987 posts to keep people from PMing such things haha.

You can delete old posts. Download them and then delete them from the forum.

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LetsGoViral

13 years ago

Even I get these from time to time. And I'm definitely not an active poster.

I remember there was an influx of newbies contacting marketing "gurus" in the same way for interviews, so they can repack it into a product.

I don't WSO's are that intrusive honestly. Just say no.

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Scott Ames

13 years ago

It used to be fashionable to request a read of your WSO by some respected members. It does two things at least.... provides feedback and a potential review on the WSO thread for social proof.

I agree it's gotten out of hand though.

The few WSO's I've done I've asked some to take a look and give feedback. I've never PM'd them that I remember however. The request was always in a thread. I don't know if this is allowed any longer though.

The feedback I got was very valuable and I changed some things before the WSO went out because of it.

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ShayB 13 years ago

It really depends on the person and the niche.

I've had some requests, but if it's in a niche that I know nothing about, I don't do a review - I don't think I could give a proper assessment.

If it's someone I know, then I'll try to do a review if it's a product I think I can give a qualified assessment on and I have the time.

JMHO and YMMV
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- Richard Van 13 years ago
  
  I'm pleased to say I only tend to get review requests from what I consider respected members so I don't have a problem doing these because those products are, by and large, top notch. Those I get from newer members I tend to look over the persons previous posts and make my mind up that way.
  
  I think the reason I don't get as many review requests from newer members is most likely because I'm not established enough here and my review won't pack the punch they want....or they just realise I'm an unforgiving b****** that reports people at will when I think they're trying to pull a fast one. :rolleyes:
  
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Presto Smith

13 years ago

I have not asked anyone to review my product via PM, but I do understand that this can pile up like any spam that is sent out. My question for those who have been here for some time is what is the best way for people to get legit reviews? Do you just wait until some person takes a genuine interest in your product and hope that leads to future interest? Is there an area of the forum where people can post up a message that they want to trade reviews? Or should you just develop a reputation first and then through those relationships you can politely ask for a product review?

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13 years ago

Originally Posted by Presto Smith

I have not asked anyone to review my product via PM, but I do understand that this can pile up like any spam that is sent out. My question for those who have been here for some time is what is the best way for people to get legit reviews? Do you just wait until some person takes a genuine interest in your product and hope that leads to future interest? Is there an area of the forum where people can post up a message that they want to trade reviews? Or should you just develop a reputation first and then through those relationships you can politely ask for a product review?

The best way to get an honest and sincere review, or really any time of JV partnership you should first try to form a relationship with the other person...

Help them before asking for help in return! Put your own needs last and the needs of your potential partners...

Just like when it comes time to buy...

...When it comes time to promote, review, etc folks will help those that they know, like, and trust...

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Spyder77

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Steven Wagenheim

I'm honestly tired of getting these. I'm sure they're mass sent to many.

Do we report these?

If so, what is the process? Do we forward the PM to a certain member, put in
a support ticket, what?

Enough is enough.

Never had that problem, so I suspect only a few are targeted and I'm not "in" that clique

If it was one unsolicited PM of that nature (he's offering to give you something in return for a review) I'd either simply delete it or (more likely) reply with a short but polite no thank you.

In your shoes I would prefer to be a bit proactive first instead of reactive: add a line to your sig saying you do not do unsolicited reviews and do not contact by PM to offer them as they'll be deleted.

If anyone decides to ignore that and PM you anyway, then its spam.

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Frank Donovan

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Spyder77

Never had that problem, so I suspect only a few are targeted and I'm not "in" that clique

Or it could be that you've just been here for 2 weeks.

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JohnMcCabe 13 years ago

I get requests from time to time. Like most posting here, much depends on the source and nature of the request.

If it's something I might be interested in taking a look at, I let them know my ground rules, such as no guarantee of a positive review, disclosure of receiving a review copy, etc.

Some folks are okay with that, and I try to make time to do the review. Others aren't, and it's no-harm-no-foul.
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- KenJ 13 years ago
  
  I do not get many of these and I agree with the comments in general
  
  However, I have received review copies of some excellent and useful products in the last 6 months. Stuff I still refer to and use on a weekly basis.
  
  So there are benefits to getting these PMs.
  
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Spyder77

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Frank Donovan

Or it could be that you've just been here for 2 weeks. :rolleyes:

Maybe the wink at the end was lost on you. Or you have no sense of humour/irony.

Your time would be better spent working on your issue there than getting a thorn up your ass and making an unprovoked attack on someone because you seem to think there's a certain tenure required here before one can post. Funny that I missed that when I the read the rules. :rolleyes:

And two weeks here doesn't mean I can't give it back either.

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E. Brian Rose

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Frank Donovan

Or it could be that you've just been here for 2 weeks. :rolleyes:

Originally Posted by Spyder77

Maybe the wink at the end was lost on you. Or you have no sense of humour/irony.

Your time would be better spent working on your issue there than getting a thorn up your ass and making an unprovoked attack on someone because you seem to think there's a certain tenure required here before one can post....

Maybe his wink at the end was lost on you. Take a breather. Nobody is attacking anybody. We're all going to play a big game of Scrabble after this and sing songs by the camp fire. It's all good, Spydie.

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Spyder77

13 years ago

Originally Posted by E. Brian Rose

Maybe his wink at the end was lost on you. Take a breather. Nobody is attacking anybody. We're all going to play a big game of Scrabble after this and sing songs by the camp fire. It's all good, Spydie.

Good advice. Nature of the medium: no body language present to convey context, etc.

No desire to become involved in any battle of words here, despite my earlier reaction, and hoping Frank is willing to let it go too and chalk it up to a miscommunication somewhere down the line.

Apologies for the lash out in my previous post.

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Kecia

13 years ago

I've had a few requests, and if I have the time and am interested or have knowledge in the subject of the WSO, I agree to review it. To me, it can help me learn new things as well as build relationships with others. I feel that a small action like reviewing someone else's product may lead to gaining feedback on my own WSO's in the future, or possibly a JV or partnership.

If it's something I'm not knowledgeable about or have the desire to learn, then I will politely decline the offer. I have no reason to be rude to someone that asks for a favor.

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Rus Sells

13 years ago

I tend to just delete them with no response, the list of people who I would review a product for is a short one. Those people wouldn't be sending me a PM either.

Many of these people will need to join the war room before they could post a WSO anyways..if they are looking for a review they can just make a post about it there. They'll get plenty of feed back. Unless of course their product sucks and they are just hoping they'll get some positive reviews privately. lol

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fitz10

13 years ago

I think a big reason this is so problematic is that so many respected members are suggesting this approach in their own WSOs about putting together WSOs. Newer members who are clueless to the appropriate etiquette read this and immediately think that it's the only way to launch a WSO.

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CDarklock

13 years ago

Originally Posted by ncmedia

2. If you followed my posts, you'd see I loathe WSO's - lol, you really want me reviewing it?

Yes.

When I did The .357 Article Method, I sent it to a bunch of Warriors for reviews.

And I got a bunch of what amounted to "OMFG THIS WSO IS SO GOOD IT GAVE ME MULTIPLE ORGASMS AND I REACHED NIRVANA TWICE."

So I threw them all out and went to, um, "Evil Flame" where they hate ebooks. And I signed up under the same username to say "Hey, want to review my ebook?"

Because here's the thing: the people at that forum may be a bunch of dicks, but they are also principled people who will not call something crap unless it is.

So are you. If I sent you my WSO, you could say "I hate WSOs" all day long, but you and I both know that you hate WSOs because they suck. And mine doesn't suck, so you'd be forced to say "okay, this doesn't suck."

And because you hate WSOs, having you say "this doesn't suck" is worth a whole hell of a lot more than Joe Freak the WSOsexual saying "I LOVED IT IT WAS MUCH BETTER THAN CATS I DID IT AGAIN AND AGAIN OH NOES I NEED A KLEENEX."

Honestly, I just throw the stupid over-the-top reviews in the trash. I want something that sounds like a real person with half a brain in his head wrote it, not something gushy and insane that may as well just say "DERP."

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Michael Meaney 13 years ago

Originally Posted by CDarklock

So I threw them all out and went to, um, "Evil Flame" where they hate ebooks.

That took me a couple of minutes to get..

I do like that approach, what a fantastic acid test. Swipe.
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Kevin AKA Hubcap

13 years ago

Why not ask admin or the mods??

That would be my first move instead of posting this in the main forum but to each his own.

And to everyone who reports PM's simply because they ask for a review please unbunch your panties from your crack.

Look, you are on a public forum. People will have questions about various things. Some people will PM those members they feel can answer those questions.

People will also want members they feel have authority to review their WSOs. I'm sure you know why.

If you don't want to do WSO/product reviews be a bit proactive. Placing a simple blurb in your sig will deter most. For the others just ignore and delete.

Simple.

And without the drama queen theatrics.

Originally Posted by Steven Wagenheim

I'm honestly tired of getting these. I'm sure they're mass sent to many.

Do we report these?

If so, what is the process? Do we forward the PM to a certain member, put in
a support ticket, what?

Enough is enough.

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Originally Posted by Kevin AKA Hubcap

Why not ask admin or the mods??

Because that doesn't get one's sig links seen.
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Aubaine

13 years ago

I can understand the annoyance, but ever think that this "random" person may have read some of the things you post and may look up to you in some fashion. I don't see anything wrong with at least answering them and hearing them out, if it's a mass send, they probably won't have much to say, on the other hand, it could mean a lot to someone just starting out to have an opinion of a vet. It would to me. But that's just my opinion.

Or just ignore and delete the message, no point in reprimanding someone for asking for help, isn't that what this forum is all about?

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E. Brian Rose

13 years ago

Sooooo, I've read all of the posts in this thread and I like your style. I have been following each and every one of you and would appreciate it if you took the time to review my WSO. In return, I will plant a tree in your honor.

The link is in my signature of this post. The first person to review it gets the biggest tree planted.

Oh, I almost forgot... I welcome all posts, but only those that say how super I am will actually have a tree planted. The rest will just get a note saying that the tree was planted (but it will be a lie).

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Yogini

13 years ago

I think that people with 500 plus posts here tend to get more requests. I generally don't have time to do reviews, but if it's a topic that does interest me and I have time I will review it. However, if I can tell it is just a copy/paste pm sent to a number of people, I tend to delete it. If someone isn't a war room member and gets a very limited number of pms before the box is full, I can see that being a negative.

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Dennis Gaskill

13 years ago

Mostly it comes down to how it's worded and who it is. If someone tells me they're looking for an honest review I'll consider it. If someone offers their product in exchange for a good review I'll usually report them. If your product can't hold up to an honest review, don't expect me to help you con my friends.

If the reviews are from people I've had interactions with on the forum, I'll always consider doing it. Doesn't mean I will, but I'll consider it. It has to be something I have some interest in, or something I want to learn about.

If you're new to the forum, and we've never had any communication before, your chances are pretty slim. Not zero, necessarily, but slim.

Of course, all that is predicated on me having the spare time and whether or not I've done any lately. There are good reasons not to do too many reviews, but I won't go into them here.

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Scott Kennedy

13 years ago

I must admit that when I was contemplating offering my writing services on here last year I contacted a few people via PM asking them to give an honest opinion of my writing. Each declined saying pretty much the same thing "I don't feel comfortable reviewing something I'm getting for free". (Sorry about that Alexa :p)

Last week I posted my first Warriors for Hire ad and have since received 4 PM's from other writers asking me to review their work. I honestly don't mind doing it. If their English is bad or the article is substandard I'll say so and also tell them how they can improve. I guess for me it isn't a huge issue. But then again I'm only talking about Warriors for Hire reviews, not WSO's.

Sure some people just spam out PM's with copy and paste text and those should be reported, but for the person about to offer their first WSO and is a little unsure whether it will be up to standard with seasoned marketers expectations I can see why they do it. If you don't have the time just say so. If you do and the message is polite and personalized, then I'd say give it a quick once over. Tell the person what's good about it and how they can improve. Not only will this help lift the standard of WSO's being posted but as a byproduct it may lend more credibility to the IM industry.

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Kurt

13 years ago

I've sent out WSOs to friends, customers and people I respect as a gift. I wasn't asking for a review and didn't post a link to my WSO thread, but most of them gave one, which defeats the purpose of it being a gift.

I need to be more clear for these people NOT to post a review on the WSO in the future...It really wasn't my intention. I just wanted to give them something as a way of saying "thanks". I sure didn't intend for it to be a burdon or to take up their time.

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dagaul101

13 years ago

I suppose just letting folks know in the WSO not to private msg asking for a review as that is against the rules would set some straight

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Richard Van

13 years ago

Originally Posted by dagaul101

I suppose just letting folks know in the WSO not to private msg asking for a review as that is against the rules would set some straight

Errr, how would that work?

What if like me, the member hasn't had a WSO, how does the person asking me to review their product, know I don't want to do it?

I Think you've missed the point of the thread. We're not talking about asking for review copies but when people PM you asking you, to review they're product.

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ExRat

13 years ago

Hi,

If it's bothering you, try this -

a) never leave testimonials or reviews on products or WSOs (I don't, because my personal opinion is that due to the nature of how these things work, it cheapens my 'brand') - this will eliminate the bulk, as you can see from the example above where the person stated - 'I saw you left some useful feedback on a WSO thread' (therefore that prompted me to harvest your name and contact you).

b) if you get a request, do either of these -

if you can tell that it's been written to you personally, apologise, explain and reply, thus creating a new respect-based 'relationship' - you can create a template for this if you are stuck for time and copy/paste it
if it's a mass PM, ignore and delete
if there's any other reason to respond as in 1) above, respond

I didn't always have this policy, but after I saw people transferring testimonials to different products on new websites and stuff like that, along with affiliates reproducing the testimonials all over the internet etc, I decided that it's not beneficial.

As far as I can tell, by adopting the policy I have, 'word gets around.'

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Paul Barrs

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Steven Wagenheim

I'm honestly tired of getting these. I'm sure they're mass sent to many.

Do we report these?

If so, what is the process? Do we forward the PM to a certain member, put in
a support ticket, what?

Enough is enough.

Originally Posted by Alexa Smith

Exactly so. I'm with you all the way (well, at least as far as the park) ...

Answered here (as much as it's going to be, I think): http://www.warriorforum.com/main-int...ht-please.html

Steven / Alexa - reduce your post count and I promise you'll get less review requests!

OK, back to reality... I read what it's about and then if it's something I'd like to get a look at for free I say sure, but I make it very clear; there are no promises of a review, definitely no promises of a testimonial - hell, I don't even promise I'll look at it - but I get the download link anyway.

But I always ask "how long will this take me to get through it".

Then , based on all info at hand and my current schedule - if I can, I'm happy to take a look.

Paul

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John Taylor

13 years ago

Why do these people need to send out bulk private
messages when they can get a boat load of reviews
and testimonials on Fiverr?

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theemperor 13 years ago

I'd say just ignore them Steven. Or send a boiler-plate reply asking for $1000 to do a review.

I had a few and got excited, after all it's a free WSO. But then when I took the time to write the reviews, many of these people didn't return the favour when I had a WSO.

It dawned on me that reviews from someone who didn't pay are not as good. Because if you don't pay then you don't care, and you are probably not going to give as genuine review as someone who parted with money and really wanted the thing that is promised.

So I now ignore such requests and don't ask for reviews myself.
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MaggieMay

13 years ago

I am hoping to post a wso very soon on the game industry niche. How do I get reviews and testimonials for my first wso? Please help.

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Bill Farnham

13 years ago

Originally Posted by judiff

How do I get reviews and testimonials for my first wso? Please help.

How about offering them a bag of those nice marijuana seeds from your sig in exchange for a smokin' testimonial.

I'll bet your PM box will be overflowing...

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JohnMcCabe

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Bill Farnham

How about offering them a bag of those nice marijuana seeds from your sig in exchange for a smokin' testimonial.

I'll bet your PM box will be overflowing...

You're likely right.

But will any of those folks get around to doing the reviews or testimonials?

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idk007

13 years ago

Tell them youll review it for $99, theres always a fish that'll bite =)

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jcruz

13 years ago

I never been in that position where someone has asked me for a review, and probably won't be for a while. But honestly, why not, you are getting a product that someone has worked long and hard for has put hours into and your are getting it FOR FREE . Now don't get me wrong some wso's are just pure garbage, or the content can be something that is new and refreshing, That could probably help you out.

Thats the one thing i have noticed about internet marketing, it is forever growing. And what has worked yesterday may not work today.

But why not just take time out of your day, to see what its about. You can usually tell within the first couple of pages if it's something rehased and if it is even worth your time. So if it is, just be honest.

Besides i'm pretty sure that you could rember a time when you where in this position where looking for some reviews.

But then again i think its just a matter of personal choice.

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Rod Cortez

13 years ago

Originally Posted by jcruz

I never been in that position where someone has asked me for a review, and probably won't be for a while. But honestly, why not, you are getting a product that someone has worked long and hard for has put hours into and your are getting it FOR FREE . Now don't get me wrong some wso's are just pure garbage, or the content can be something that is new and refreshing, That could probably help you out.

Thats the one thing i have noticed about internet marketing, it is forever growing. And what has worked yesterday may not work today.

But why not just take time out of your day, to see what its about. You can usually tell within the first couple of pages if it's something rehased and if it is even worth your time. So if it is, just be honest.

Besides i'm pretty sure that you could rember a time when you where in this position where looking for some reviews.

But then again i think its just a matter of personal choice.

True, it's a matter of personal choice. But here is something else to consider:

lt also depends on how one values their time and at what stage they are at in their IM career. If I value my time at, let's say, $250 an hour and I have to take MY time away from my business to review someone's product, why in the world would I do it for free?

So if a stranger approaches me for a review, I am going to charge for it.

RoD

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