[usakos]

It's funny sometimes.

Because, some of us come on to this site, looking for help or just trying to find or learn more about certain business stuff.

And, some of us come on here to just socialize, more like a hang out place for us, let's just call it a country club for young entrepreneurs.

But the real funny thing is this;

some of those asking certain questions on here and get responses to their questions sometimes don't really value and appreciate the answers given and just be grateful to the user giving the advice.

Because, some of us on here have a successful track record of creating successful businesses or have been involved in successful projects or have served in senior/upper level management and for that, what we give or share on here sometimes is just so priceless.

Actually, some of us here get paid good money, just to speak at certain events/conferences, just to talk about our experiences.

What I am trying to say is this; when someone offers you free advice on something you have asked for, at least be courteous to show some kind of appreciation, and not be so ungrateful, because every time someone types to answer your question or just to give you some kind of advice on what you've asked for, it takes a lot of time, and sometimes might have to do a little research on what you've asked.

So, stop BEING UNGRATEFUL and START APPRECIATING more of what you're given without paying for it.

[mattonline]

i agree, but many do appriciate the advice given i think

[ChaseManset]

You're getting what you paid for. Free advise is free. Go to school and get an education.

[jasaunders]

I agree usakos. The fact is, if you don't agree with the advice or answer given, a polite thank you is all that is needed. Thank you for taking the time to offer advice and/or your opinion. You accomplish nothing by becoming argumentative (unless it is to further debate a given topic and have a constructive argument, which most on this site are not).

[radreality]

Originally Posted by ChaseManset

Go to school and get an education.

<sarcasm>
That’s great advice for a wanna-be entrepreneur!!
</sarcasm>

Hiring a business consultant would be much cheaper and you would learn so much more. A lot of young entrepreneurs might disagree with that, but people who have been in the game for a good chunk of their life and are successful, will agree.

off topic, but o'well.

On Topic:
I think people are grateful for things they understand. Sometimes the information provided to them might be way over their head, so therefore they don't understand it, and therefore think its irrelevant and therefore aren't grateful for it. Even when a person asks for advice, they still often need to learn things the hard way.


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[roadtoharvard]

Most people are looking for support for a decision that they have already made. Any other advice contrary to that is discarded.

[pbradish]

Originally Posted by ChaseManset

You're getting what you paid for. Free advise is free. Go to school and get an education.

That's a pretty ridiculous statement If I've ever seen one. Some of my most successful associates (other entrepreneurs) never went to or finished college.

[ChaseManset]

Originally Posted by pbradish

That's a pretty ridiculous statement If I've ever seen one. Some of my most successful associates (other entrepreneurs) never went to or finished college.

That is a "ridiculous" speculation. Do me a favor and define both successful and entrepreneur for me.

My bet is that you don't know a single entrepreneur. Owning a small business doesn't classify you as such.

[radreality]

Originally Posted by ChaseManset

Owning a small business doesn't classify you as such.

Your Correct. STARTING a business will classify you as such. I'm sure thats what most people usually mean when they say they want to own a business.

There are a lot of entrepreneurs who have built profitable companies who have not gone to college. There are also a lot who have gone to college. That is obviouse, anyone who argues those facts is ignorant.

Everyone has their own opinion on how much college helps you or not. I personally chose not to pursue a degree, and it had nothing to do with the cost. I did take a few business classes and found that I was able to gain more relevant knowledge out in the real world instead of in a classroom for what I wanted to achieve. Some people might need college, because they learn best in a simulated environment or that is the main way they know how to gain knowledge.

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[rossco1]

i'm pretty sure 90% of us are very thankful for the useful information provided by fellow members and contributors.

its the small minority that don't.

no big dramas...

[fromantv]

i am thankful!!!!!!!!!