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Originally posted by Nysus
And just because someone else does it, doesn't mean it's ethical or honest. If you're trying to use that as an argument then you surprised me.
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Well, if a lot of companies are doing it and its become generally accepted practice, then why not. Expedia, Amazon (although less aggressive), dating sites, adult sites all commonly practice similiar upsell and cross-sale methods. It's not unethical at all, they're trying to sell you additional similiar products. Granted the pre-checked is a little aggressive but nevertheless it is a legitimate means of making additional sales.
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Originally posted by Nysus
You're a really great guy Charles and not meaning any harm by this, but the reason you're fending for pre-checked cross-sales is you make your money from them - your business model depends on them, your living depends on them.
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I defend them because they're a legtimate business practice. If it wasn't, I wouldn't be promoting those programs. Of course it adds to my bottom line and I don't deny that.
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Originally posted by Nysus
Don't you think it would be better though if programs had quality paysites that surfers signed up to, and THEN retain them by them being updated with quality non-cookie cutter content, and THAT is how programs maximize profits for themselves and you??
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What's wrong with doing both? Whether you like it or not, this is a business in which everyone wants to maximize their bottom line and so long as cross-sales are around, they'll be part of this mix.
WG