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Re: Social Commerce: Do you want to do business with your friends?

louis vuitton handbags — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 22:05:08 -0000

So, I definitely agree that it may not always be in their best interest or they may not always get the best deal when dealing with friends...but for some reason that's what makes them the most comfortable about the transaction.

Re: Social Commerce: Do you want to do business with your friends?

net socializing — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 14:39:24 -0000

Net Socializing seems to be the new boom. Web 2.0 is becoming a major industry.

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Re: Social Commerce: Do you want to do business with your friends?

Denise — Thu, 24 May 2007 13:55:59 -0000

Very interesting article. What I find amazing among a lot of people is that they will ask advice of their friends but their decision making isn't necessarily influenced by the actual knowledge of one person over the other.

In many cases I've experienced friends soliciting advice from a bunch of their friends regarding a purchase, and in the end do not follow the recommendations of the most knowledgeable or experienced person. Their decisions can be influenced upon other factors. For example wanting to have the same type of computer as someone else, even though it may not be the best choice for their needs. So, I definitely agree that it may not always be in their best interest or they may not always get the best deal when dealing with friends...but for some reason that's what makes them the most comfortable about the transaction.

Re: Social Commerce: Do you want to do business with your friends?

Allen Harp — Sun, 21 Jan 2007 11:26:28 -0000

I think the concept of selling to your local social network stems to the origins of commerce itself. WHo else was there to sell to but your immediate friends and neighbors in your village...miles and miles away from the next living soul.

I believe the sour attitude came when rather ambitious individuals tried to live, breath and become one with their product. They could not make the distincetion between friend and prospect. It got to the point you could not talk about your kids without being offered special products or attempting to enlist you in their "deal".

Like many things yesterday and today, moderation and common sense are valuable tools for any endeavor. If we keep them close to our side, social networking can be good for all.

Re: Social Commerce: Do you want to do business with your friends?

SadieJane — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 13:33:35 -0000

Selling to friends can be a very touchy situation. I believe that very quickly friends wll avoid you, in fear that you will start pitching sales to them with your newest new product.

Your friends will be aware of what you are selling, and when they approach you, then it wonderful. they will trust your judgement, and refer you on to others, and probably buy at discount.

As a market to earn your living, there is a big world out there. If your product has value, promote it outside your circle of friends and you will be better off. Good business and retain friendships.