Re: [boost] [home page] Marketing?

From: David Abrahams (dave_at_[hidden])
Date: 2005-07-01 11:18:41

Martin Wille <mw8329_at_[hidden]> writes:

> Sorry disappoint you, but, frankly, "So download" <insert product here>
> "and start enjoying it" is exactly the kind of text I _never_ want to
> read in anything supposed to provide information.
>
> In fact, way more often than not, that kind of phrase, in my experience,
> indicates an inferior product and make me not want to buy or even try
> some product (be it software or a vacuum cleaner).

I agree.

> Bragging about the number of happy customers has a similar effect.
>
> Having to scroll down to get some real information ("Latest News") is
> annoying, at best, for the regular visitor.

I disagree.

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Dave Abrahams
Boost Consulting
www.boost-consulting.com