Reviews From Friends & Relatives? Should You Request Reviews From Them Or Not?

[Rex Lee Reynolds]

I've requested a limited number of reviews from friends and relatives with some good results, but have to add that when you do this, you find out who your real friends are.  And I wonder what your thoughts are on this subject.

[Rex Lee Reynolds]

That word unbiased is good. Glad you mentioned it. I had thought about it but didn't have it at the forefront of my mind. Thanks for reminding me Stefanie.

[Rex Lee Reynolds]

Sounds familiar. I'm with you with not putting people on the spot or under pressure.
Thank you.

[Rex Lee Reynolds]

I would certainly agree. Word of mouth is a hard act to follow. It's the best advertising there is and the lowest in cost.

[cjcoombes]

From one hat to another, I was trained to take hellacious critiques. I don't take them personal. A five star rating is great for promoting a book, but does nothing as far as advancing your skills. Most of my friends weren't capable of writing a review and my first came from associates. I was fortunate to have been given positive encouragement, but as long as the review isn't a personal attack, if it's less than spectacular use it for tuning your skill, if it's priceless, use it for promotion. You win either way.

[Rex Lee Reynolds]

Sounds like some good words of wisdom coming from an experienced hat. I appreciate it.

Rex