Here’s a funny story:
Once someone asked me about what specific “real” companies I’ve worked for that I’ve helped in email marketing and how they benefited. He also wanted to see some examples of my work, saying if he wanted to hire me, how would he know I had any successes at all… and so on, and so forth.
My answer?
If I did client work, I’d go through the trouble.
But, I don’t do client work.
So, why would I bother?
Pretty simple, yeah?
Well, not for this dude.
He replies with:
“I think you’re a snake oil salesman. All of your “mysterious” tips and “secret” ways to make money. Did my homework on you. Not impressed at all with your writing skills either. Good day to you. I’m sure I’ll be “blackballed” or parodied in your email newsletter.”
Amusing stuff.
Let’s see…
1. He sounds butt hurt about all this.
2. If he’d really done his “homework” a simple Google search would lead him down a rabbit hole mentioning various clients, testimonials, experiences, etc. (HINT: When someone said they researched you, and gives no examples of what their “research” uncovered — it means they have no real argument or point.)
3. My site says I don’t do client work (he did his homework?)
4. He said my writing didn’t impress him, yet he’s butt hurt over the fact I won’t spend time digging up links, etc to show him. (If my writing sucks, why waste time seeing more of it?)
5. He anticipates being “blackballed” and parodied.
Well, yes, to the parody.
When someone sends you hate mail, butt hurt mail, or is being a troll… you should mock it.
It’s good for the soul.
And, can make you sales.
But, no to the blackball thing.
That’s for opportunity-minded customers — and nothing to do with hate mail, troll mail or just good, old fashioned butt hurt mail like his.
Sheesh.
So much for doing his homework.
But, you know what?
I hate to leave the naysayers empty-handed.
So, here’s a little something for their tender eyes:
If you likey what you see, then go here:
Ben Settle
