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"Please provide me information..."
"Please provide me information..."
I'm developing a pet peeve regarding folks who solicit information about hunting outfits - and never even acknowledge receiving a reply. Not on this or other forums, but via e-mails.
Over the past few years, I have gotten perhaps a dozen inquiries about folks I hunted with, asking for "first hand" information and hints/tips on how to get the most out of their prospective trip. I usually provide honest candid information in the hope that a fellow hunter will benefit from my meager experience. And I usually don't take the task lightly - providing pretty detailed answers to specific questions, overall impressions, and suggestions on avoiding potential pitfalls.
And about half never even acknowledge receiving the reply. I have developed e-mail friendships with several (including a few kindred souls on this forum) who have written replies or a brief thank you note - and that makes my day.
Maybe there's an impression that folks who agree to be a reference(or who are listed as a reference without agreeing
) are somehow obligated to share their opinions!!
Just a minor rant...
24 April 2007, 17:19
Aspen Hill AdventuresI am used to it, same thing happens to us agents too!
~Ann
Ann,
I think that's the problem I have with it - I'm not an agent. I don't have a financial interest in the outfit and don't benefit in any tangible or intangible way. I figure if I do somebody a favor, its not unreasonable to expect an e-mail reply acknowledging "received."
I respond to inquiries daily at work, and I know I'll never hear from most of the senders again. But then again, its my job to reply to inquiries at work - not my job to reply to inquiries about play!
25 April 2007, 00:17
MARK H. YOUNGAcer,
Regardless if someone asks for info from a private citizen or an agent with a commercial interest I think an acknowledgement of receipt of that info is appropriate. I often spend my whole day trying to provide detailed, honest answers to peoples' inquiries. When I don't get even a "Thank you" I find it a litte disappointing. Sending out an e-mail blast or posting an add is a diffent thing entirely and I expect nothing.
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I appreciate your response. I bet you guys "in the business" really do get a bunch of requests with no follow up.
After thinking about it, I blame my southern roots. Momma taught me to hold the door open for ladies. Experience taught me that I should hear "thank you" in response.
25 April 2007, 18:32
jeffeossoi loathe approving of this behavoir, but it happens all the time, in all industries.
i have gotten used to this, but I do like it when ack'ed that they received the message, and it was or wasn't useful
jeffe
02 May 2007, 00:07
almostacowboyWhoa, there, big fella. Life's too short. My philosophy regarding other's actions (or inactions): The higher my expectations of others, the greater my disappointment.
And remember, keep your stick on the ice.
Dave
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04 May 2007, 23:38
L. David KeithAcer, Being a Southerner myself, I understand where your coming from. It is called common courtesy to say thank you to anyone offering help, advice, assistance or a piece of gum. Ladies are treated with respect whether they're a sophisticate or plain country girl. It's a shame we're losing our etiquette all over the country but it comes from the same shelf as good sportsmanship. By the way, thanks for the post. It gives us all something to think about. Good hunting, David from Tennessee
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06 May 2007, 01:27
shakariHell, I find it hard to believe any industry has more tyre kickers & time wasters than the hunting industry.......... I REALLY sympathise with you!!!!!
06 May 2007, 09:06
keithv35Thank you goes a long way.
I like what Jeff Foxworthy says about driving on the freeway. "If you let somebody cut in front of you and they don't give you the courtesy thank you wave, you ought to be able to put into the wall!"
Thanks All for the validation! I find the responses on this site reassuring - and cheaper than therapy
Almost a Cowboy - you piqued my interest, keep my stick on what???? I've lived in 17 cities in 7 states, and I am not familiar with that phrase... I thought it might be a hocky reference, but your location doesn't suggest ANY winter sport!
Dave