Definitely not.
You could have someone post a bad thread about your business on GFY for example (whether it's true or not), get alot of attention and make ALOT of sales based solely on that thread.
However, you'll never know the number of people you've lost that will NEVER do business with you. In most cases, I'd think it would be much greater than the business you're gonna generate.
The initial sales may be great, but the longterm backlash could be devastating.
There are alot more lurkers here than there are posters. Many, including myself use the search function before doing business with anyone. If a negative thread popsup, they'll find someone else to do business with.
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