I posted this on the "Which reviews do you Trust?" thread and only one person replied. Someone posts a question about golf balls that a quick Google search would answer and gets 25 replies. YIKES!
OK, I realize this topic has likely been covered a few times but there are lots of newbies like myself that would like hear a fresh discussion.
Here's the post, lets hear from the ladies as well.
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I’ll start with a few scenarios. Both assume the SP is familiar with TERB and the review process.
Best case scenario:
You reveal it to a SP you have seen 4 – 5 times and you seldom post reviews.
By this time you have developed a rapport with the SP and the rules of engagement have been established. On the down side it will still influence her decision process so a conflict of interest does exist to a degree.
Worst case scenario:
You reveal it to a SP you are seeing for the first time and you frequently post reviews that are highly regarded in the TERB community.
First off, your review is nearly worthless. It may be an exact account of the session but the odds are high that you received better service that the average Joe would get.
I really struggled with this next topic. I am somewhat uncomfortable because it may cause controversy but would like to hear other opinions. Do any of you feel strong enough about this practice being unethical to call it extortion? That argument can be supported. This is a business for these girls, the sole source of income for most. Many have people that depend on them and can little afford to lose business. In cases like that you are basically holding a knife to her throat. Comments?
As you know, most occupations are guided by a code of ethics. I recognize this is not an occupation, however, given the number of people that rely on reviews some guidelines would be appropriate. To illustrate my point here are a few excerpts from the restaurant reviewers code of ethics, not far off from sex really, lol.
I realize this is unrealistic but maybe the reviews should contain a preamble stating the circumstances in respect to the above.
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OK, I realize this topic has likely been covered a few times but there are lots of newbies like myself that would like hear a fresh discussion.
Here's the post, lets hear from the ladies as well.
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I’ll start with a few scenarios. Both assume the SP is familiar with TERB and the review process.
Best case scenario:
You reveal it to a SP you have seen 4 – 5 times and you seldom post reviews.
By this time you have developed a rapport with the SP and the rules of engagement have been established. On the down side it will still influence her decision process so a conflict of interest does exist to a degree.
Worst case scenario:
You reveal it to a SP you are seeing for the first time and you frequently post reviews that are highly regarded in the TERB community.
First off, your review is nearly worthless. It may be an exact account of the session but the odds are high that you received better service that the average Joe would get.
I really struggled with this next topic. I am somewhat uncomfortable because it may cause controversy but would like to hear other opinions. Do any of you feel strong enough about this practice being unethical to call it extortion? That argument can be supported. This is a business for these girls, the sole source of income for most. Many have people that depend on them and can little afford to lose business. In cases like that you are basically holding a knife to her throat. Comments?
As you know, most occupations are guided by a code of ethics. I recognize this is not an occupation, however, given the number of people that rely on reviews some guidelines would be appropriate. To illustrate my point here are a few excerpts from the restaurant reviewers code of ethics, not far off from sex really, lol.
- Reviewers will conduct their reviews anonymously and pay for their meals like regular customers.
- Reviewers will never announce their intention to cover or review a restaurant by making reservations in their own name.
- Reviews should be conducted anonymously to experience the restaurant just as ordinary patrons do.
- Reviewers who have been recognized may want to make note of that in the review, especially if the treatment they receive differs markedly from what nearby tables are receiving.
I realize this is unrealistic but maybe the reviews should contain a preamble stating the circumstances in respect to the above.
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