Reviews..

[Johnny4455]

I too agree with dd. The elephant poo analogy went over my head. I do think dd has a knack for expressing his wisdom through poo analogies.

[JS42]

I don't know man, since DD has no reviews, it must mean he is just full of poo.

[Wizard of Ahhhhs]

Originally Posted by Johnny4455

...I do think dd has a knack for expressing his wisdom through poo analogies.

Well, that's a shitty way to express oneself...

[MsElena]

From an established provider's point of view......it doesn't matter if the guy has 20+ reviews under his handle or he doesn't have any. I screen them all the same way and I believe about half of what they say.

[Johnny4455]

... And I believe about half of what you say too!

[Kshunter]

Originally Posted by MsElena

From an established provider's point of view......it doesn't matter if the guy has 20+ reviews under his handle or he doesn't have any. I screen them all the same way and I believe about half of what they say.

BUT you (and most girls) tout your positive reviews in your advertising and marketing. Wisely so; I would too. That's my point.

It seems to me that there are some people here who review (and admittedly I don't review as much as I used to), and there are others who simply come and throw rocks at the other guys. Hence the annoyance of those of us who do review.

[MsElena]

Originally Posted by Johnny4455

... And I believe about half of what you say too!

Oh ouch. You missed that wink at the end of my sentence. Idgit.

Originally Posted by Kshunter

BUT you (and most girls) tout your positive reviews in your advertising and marketing. Wisely so; I would too. That's my point.

It seems to me that there are some people here who review (and admittedly I don't review as much as I used to), and there are others who simply come and throw rocks at the other guys. Hence the annoyance of those of us who do review.

My post was a little tongue in cheek. I'll bow out now.

[jan-w]

I'm here!

Are reviews and the guys who post them important?

I do think reviews are important and I respect the hell out of every guy who posts them, whether he has 1 or 100. The hobby can be dangerous and reviewing has it's own possible dangers. Reviewers are putting their fingerprints on illegal activity for anyone to see and once it's there, it's there forever. It can certainly be accessed by all kinds of people and traced back to the source. This is especially a concern with expanded government intrusion. I thought long and hard whether I wanted to do this but, as I don't really have much to lose, I felt it was worth the risk. A lot of guys who do this have families and careers at risk so they have more to lose than I. So of course, I respect the reviewers. Maybe the guys who don't review are smarter but then, there would be no Eccie or at least a very limited one.

Reviews are obviously a valuable guide to the ladies you want to see and the services they offer. I check them out thoroughly and I would differ with those who say numerous reviews of the same lady are unimportant. A lady's looks, attitude, performance can fluctuate over time. I like a lot of recent volume because it's a snapshot in time. Reviews from 2 years ago don't help much and only a few recent reviews are also not very helpful. I'm not rich so I want as much information as possible so I don't waste money. This system has worked for me as I've never had a bad situation yet.

I think the other forums here can be useful and the reviews help drive traffic to the other areas. Without them, I think this would be a pretty desolate site. Look what happened to Eraps. Barely any reviews so it struggled and died. I think strong reviews can keep the site strong.

Reviews aren't just for the guys. Good reviews are great ads for the ladies. Many ladies I see ask me to write them. If I had a good time and she did her job, I'm happy to help her. Some tell me a good review can bring extra business. A great situation all around, She's happy and so am I. Also, they may help a lady improve her business if she's smart and can take some criticism. A young provider here got off to a rocky start with some poor reviews and it seems like she took that to heart and really cleaned up her act. Last I looked, her reviews were excellent and she's quite popular.

As far as the non-reviewers, I don't hate any of them. Why would I? i don't know them. I don't automatically give respect though just because they've been around awhile. I don't get much from their posts but so what? It just seems that some people care too much about other's opinions. I don't care if anyone likes me. I just post what I want and forget about it.

Bottom line is that I will always respect the reviewers and what they offer and I think the reviews help make Eccie strong. Without reviews, I doubt there would be an Eccie.

[Guest102513-1]

FAIR IS FAIR...or something like that, lol

Although I don't agree with everything in jan-w's above post, nevertheless....

I will say it is a solid post, from his point of view...so tipping my hat to ya!

Very well written!

And how about them chiefs...my head and throat are still aching

Oh and btw, Misawahawk, you inspired me to do a present value crunch on my lifetime membership fee, even brought out my old Texas Instrument Calculator.

After dusting off the dust...I ran the PV value on it, three different times, and came up with the same value.

Drum roll please....

3 Jolly Ranchers (Blue Raspberry flavor) and a half a bag of fritos

I'm feeling pretty good about my investment!!!

[Kshunter]

Originally Posted by jan-w

I'm here!

Are reviews and the guys who post them important?

I do think reviews are important and I respect the hell out of every guy who posts them, whether he has 1 or 100. The hobby can be dangerous and reviewing has it's own possible dangers. Reviewers are putting their fingerprints on illegal activity for anyone to see and once it's there, it's there forever. It can certainly be accessed by all kinds of people and traced back to the source. This is especially a concern with expanded government intrusion. I thought long and hard whether I wanted to do this but, as I don't really have much to lose, I felt it was worth the risk. A lot of guys who do this have families and careers at risk so they have more to lose than I. So of course, I respect the reviewers. Maybe the guys who don't review are smarter but then, there would be no Eccie or at least a very limited one.

Reviews are obviously a valuable guide to the ladies you want to see and the services they offer. I check them out thoroughly and I would differ with those who say numerous reviews of the same lady are unimportant. A lady's looks, attitude, performance can fluctuate over time. I like a lot of recent volume because it's a snapshot in time. Reviews from 2 years ago don't help much and only a few recent reviews are also not very helpful. I'm not rich so I want as much information as possible so I don't waste money. This system has worked for me as I've never had a bad situation yet.

I think the other forums here can be useful and the reviews help drive traffic to the other areas. Without them, I think this would be a pretty desolate site. Look what happened to Eraps. Barely any reviews so it struggled and died. I think strong reviews can keep the site strong.

Reviews aren't just for the guys. Good reviews are great ads for the ladies. Many ladies I see ask me to write them. If I had a good time and she did her job, I'm happy to help her. Some tell me a good review can bring extra business. A great situation all around, She's happy and so am I. Also, they may help a lady improve her business if she's smart and can take some criticism. A young provider here got off to a rocky start with some poor reviews and it seems like she took that to heart and really cleaned up her act. Last I looked, her reviews were excellent and she's quite popular.

As far as the non-reviewers, I don't hate any of them. Why would I? i don't know them. I don't automatically give respect though just because they've been around awhile. I don't get much from their posts but so what? It just seems that some people care too much about other's opinions. I don't care if anyone likes me. I just post what I want and forget about it.

Bottom line is that I will always respect the reviewers and what they offer and I think the reviews help make Eccie strong. Without reviews, I doubt there would be an Eccie.

Good post.

[malwoody]

Originally Posted by vkmaster

FAIR IS FAIR...or something like that, lol

Although I don't agree with everything in jan-w's above post, nevertheless....

I will say it is a solid post, from his point of view...so tipping my hat to ya!

Very well written!

And how about them chiefs...my head and throat are still aching

Oh and btw, Misawahawk, you inspired me to do a present value crunch on my lifetime membership fee, even brought out my old Texas Instrument Calculator.

After dusting off the dust...I ran the PV value on it, three different times, and came up with the same value.

Drum roll please....

3 Jolly Ranchers (Blue Raspberry flavor) and a half a bag of fritos

I'm feeling pretty good about my investment!!!

I still wonder why someone who holds himself up to be a valued member of our forum found it necessary to insult a well thought of provider. I thought he of all people would have been above stooping so low..

[SpanishJewel]

Originally Posted by malwoody

http://www.eccie.net/showthread.php?t=838911

I'm interested in opinions here. It has been pointed out to myself and others that don't post reviews that we don't post reviews. A number of folks have touched on this review snafu but one in particular seems obsessed. I have repeatedly asked him and others to explain WTF difference it makes whether I post reviews or not but for some reason I never get an answer, just more snide comments..

So I ask the question to the group at large...WTF difference does it make? Since I and others have no reviews, are we somehow ignorant of the ins and outs of this industry? When I came to this forum I didn't see any rules regarding reviews, did I miss something?

I am going to post after only reading your initial question Malwoody......

Who fucking cares if a gent posts a review or not. If I had a review from EVERY client I've seen from Eccie or any other board, I'd be in the THOUSANDS....

There are a LOT of gentlemen who do not post reviews... yes, they help our business, but some guys just don't want their shit out on front street and to whomever is obsessed...

Jesus what are you 12? Get the fuck over it... but wait wait don't tell me... If I had to gander it's probably someone who will post something inane like "Has anyone seen this girl?"

Jeeeeeezzzzzzus H Christ!!

Anyway, now I'll go read and laugh at the hate that is no doubt been put out on this thread...

Groove on Malwoody!!! I know who you are, I've seen you and you never reviewed and I'm cool with it!!!!

xoxoxoxoxo
Jazz

[SpanishJewel]

Originally Posted by MsElena

From an established provider's point of view......it doesn't matter if the guy has 20+ reviews under his handle or he doesn't have any. I screen them all the same way and I believe about half of what they say.

Excellent point here!!!!

No matter how many reviews a guy has I do the same thing re: screening. I just hate the gents who say, well I've written all these reviews and you should see me just for that reason, go look at my profile...

Well, has it ever occurred to anyone that just because a gent writes a good review that the provider whose been written about may NOT give him a positive reference?

hmm.....

J

[Bubba]

Posting because I love being under Jazz!!!!

[malwoody]

Originally Posted by SpanishJewel

I am going to post after only reading your initial question Malwoody......

Who fucking cares if a gent posts a review or not. If I had a review from EVERY client I've seen from Eccie or any other board, I'd be in the THOUSANDS....

There are a LOT of gentlemen who do not post reviews... yes, they help our business, but some guys just don't want their shit out on front street and to whomever is obsessed...

Jesus what are you 12? Get the fuck over it... but wait wait don't tell me... If I had to gander it's probably someone who will post something inane like "Has anyone seen this girl?"

Jeeeeeezzzzzzus H Christ!!

Anyway, now I'll go read and laugh at the hate that is no doubt been put out on this thread...

Groove on Malwoody!!! I know who you are, I've seen you and you never reviewed and I'm cool with it!!!!

xoxoxoxoxo
Jazz

Hey Luv...

You were supposed to review me...remember?? Hahahahaha..

Originally Posted by Bubba

Posting because I love being under Jazz!!!!

Yeah well I certainly agree but what ever you do don't tell the newly anointed directors of the fun police that Jazz and I drove up to Omaha once to have lunch with Omahan...and I believe we crossed several state lines in the process...