nmaio
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Comment · 15 years ago
I have no flippin' clue.
Comment · 15 years ago
First off, I know absolutely nothing about the stock market. Actually, if it was possible - I know less than nothing about the stock market.
Anyway, I wouldn't pay over $45 a share if I wanted to buy. Why? 'Cause that's what you could have gotten it for at its best value. You can't possibly buy right now. Why? 'Cause it was at $45 a share! You missed your opportunity. You can't possibly settle for $65 a share when it was $45 a share just a few hours ago. YOU CAN'T.
But now, if it dips below $45, then I'd say it's time to start pondering buying.
(the above is based on sports betting and I believe the same principles hold true)
Comment · 15 years ago
I don't have a problem with this. I think it can and will be useful. Although, I really believe innovators are missing a huge market for this kind of product (one that is trying to ease a physical buying experience).
And that's the retail/shopping market. If I had it my way, there would be large screens in department stores that displayed ratings and reviews of products congregated from a number of websites.
For instance, take the Nordstrom shoe department. Instead of having shoe displays against the wall, I really think they should have scrolling reviews displayed on sizable screens.
When I walk into a store, I rarely know what's worth my money. And who really thinks a salesperson is the right person to be helping you make a decision (or talking you into a decision...)? And yeah, I could search my phone for product reviews, but that's a hassle.
I just threw these images together, so you can get rough idea of what I mean. BEFORE - http://www.dropmocks.com/mUKVS and AFTER - http://www.dropmocks.com/mUJoj
Sorry to get a little off track here. Best of luck to the E la Carte people!
Comment · 15 years ago
I would say both. For dissatisfied people to leave their current dating sites (or ones they've used in the past). And for people who would never pay $34/month or want to go through the painful process of answering hundreds of pointless questions.
Comment · 15 years ago
Moving the "learn more" copy to the landing page is definitely a possibility, but I feel like it might be too much text. And yeah, the way you reworded the copy makes it smoother for sure. I need to tweak it some more per your suggestions. Thanks for the detailed response, unignorant.
Comment · 15 years ago
I used to bet on sports. I've made 13k in 13 days. I've wagered 10k on a single game (numerous times). I've lost 14k in three hours. I've wagered my entire bankroll on a single day of NFL games.
And guess what? It was never about the money. Sure, I always wanted to see the number go up, but I had no intentions of withdrawing any of it. It was about being right. It was about pushing the envelope. And most importantly, it was about trying to figure something out.
I don't care if you make millions or go bust... or go back and forth between the two. As long as you leave your emotions at the door, you'll be fine. And to be honest, I was good at that (and still am). But it's probably not a life you want...
I mean, yeah, it's fun trying to solve something and seeing if you're right or wrong. But you're only doing it for yourself. You and no one else. And if that tickles your fancy, go for it - I have nothing against it. But what if you chose to share your passion for wanting to be right, for wanting to push the envelope, for wanting to figure something out...
In my eyes, it wouldn't necessarily make you a better person, it'd just be hard to call that bet a loss.
Comment · 15 years ago
I absolutely adore and respect people who are able to keep their lips sealed as if it were second nature. It's a rare quality to possess. Love it.