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discreet_in_chi 22 Reviews 834 reads
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While this doesn't have much to do with the provider and reviewer in question, I think there are a few obvious facts that form a trend for many reviewers.  

First, is rating inflation - I don't think that some reviewers appreciate what a 1-10 scale ought to mean - if I give a provider a 7 or 8 on looks, thats pretty good from my perspective - more attractive than 70-80% of the population (or of providers). The population in general has very few '10's - and even if the population of providers is better looking than the general public, there are still going to be relatively few '10's. I feel like this holds true despite the relative subjectivity of the review process. People are tempted to give inflated reviews to providers that they like - my personal ATF, unfortunately gone from the scene, got a 7 for looks and a 9 for performance from me - which is ultimately fair. I mean there are guidelines for this... Remember without going above and beyond the max score is a '7' with one additional point awarded for each extra fantastic offering. Thus my ATF garnered a '9' for performance.

Unfortunately there are also providers that offer perks or discounts in exchange for positive reviews. I've unfortunately fallen victim to one of these in the past - no score less than an '8' and the majority '9' and '10'. Which was INSANE. But it all made sense when I found out that she trades services and discounts for all those high marks. Somewhat predictably, she threw a fit when I submitted my unbiased review. Encouraging people to submit reviews is one thing - but trading on that currency for inflated ratings is dishonest.

Just like all review sites (Yelp, etc.) people tend to submit reviews that are either raves or complete disappointments. Our emotional state regarding an experience (high or low) will affect the likelihood we'll submit a review in the first place. This is mirrored by the subconscious way in which people on social networking sites like Facebook post overly rosy pictures of their lives and experiences, and then the reaction from their peers is to post similarly positive things about their lives - I think something similar happens here too.

Sorry for the long post and the holier-than-thou lecture, I hope everyone takes it for what it is - just my opinion - I just appeal to everyone to follow the guidelines - http://www.theeroticreview.com/reviews/submitReview.asp - particularly #2 and #7

Happy New Year!

I know there is a place to rant and rave.. maybe this isn't the place... direct me to a place if you would please other wise.  
I have excellent reviews (though they are few) then Client (Da-Ha) comes around and gives the strangest (wrong) review ever! How do you correct that?
I saw his other reviews of other providers and they were similar.  
Maybe just let it go! But for those providers who are contacted by this man! Stay away.. He is just a hater!  
Just to let the others know.
Thanks!

oneperday1032 reads

Give your general audience credit.  Unless it is a reviewer with stellar reputation and longevity, I do not put stock in a single review.  That like having someone say Georges Seurat can't paint cuz he only uses dots.

Now, devil's advocate...this is a review site.  How useful would it be(to hobbyists) if every provider reviewed here got spectacular reviews?  Frankly it bothers me when folks lobby to have bad reviews removed.  The premise is the reviews are fictional for entertainment purposes only.  So, I look at the authors based on the time they have been writing and the number of short stories they have written :-)

If that is your only bad review, don't sweat it.  In baseball, you can be in the Hall of Fame for failing 70% of the time trying to get a hit  :-)

I believe he was on a number of DNS lists years ago.  Some ladies I knew avoided him like the plague.

I can't speak for everyone.  But when looking over reviews I always look at the others the author has listed.  If they all are all tens (how can every experience be a "once in a lifetime?"), or in this case all low scores, I generally disregard.  Unless of course there are similar ones from others.  I'm not sure why this guy is even in the hobby.  If I had as many bad experiences as he does I would look to spend my money elsewhere.  I don't see a single good review from him.  I think that anyone who is using the info here to base a decision on seeing you would disregard his review. It's hard to believe he really enjoys the company of a lady with the history of his reviews.

.... and when I see that well I normally think that it's any or all of:  

1. He's the type that only reviews his bad or so-so experiences  
2. He's had a lot of bad luck
3. He's probably kind of a dick.  

I asked did you meet him because if not you have a better chance of removal but if not ehhh just might have to leave it alone and let it get buried in better reviews. :/


-- Modified on 12/31/2013 4:40:43 AM

Yes I did meet him... He is full of it. I have just moved to the Chicago area and have meet a few other clients and have had 9's and 10's with no issues... with reputable names.... and yes he is a dick! with lots of issues  
I did contact TER admin and they are looking into it.
thank you very much

This guy sees mostly sub-200 BP girls, if he even sees them, and all of a sudden he's up to your rate, which I think is the highest I've seen in Chicago?  No offense, your rate is whatever you want it to be and if the market will bear it good for you, but it doesn't make sense that this guy would jump that far up the scale and then be fine dropping that thick an envelope after seeing a mess, smelly room and supposedly a girl who looks so much worse than her pics.  No, this doesn't stand up to scrutiny.  Not clear to me what his agenda is other than maybe he just hates women, but I'm also curious if you actually saw him.  I expect you are pretty low volume so I'd think this guy would be someone you'd remember.  Regardless I agree with others than anyone serious enough to see you would likely dismiss it.

He is tries to be nice up front. Says to be yourself... yes... will pay what you want.. then put you down in ways that are not you... Makes no sense.

any one with half a brain knows this review is all bullshit..i have seen Zana and i guarantee you she does not have a " flabby gut"...is not a " slob" and certainly has an ass to die for..some reviewers just revel in trying to destroy a provider's good name..

Posted By: Zana12345
I know there is a place to rant and rave.. maybe this isn't the place... direct me to a place if you would please other wise.  
 I have excellent reviews (though they are few) then Client (Da-Ha) comes around and gives the strangest (wrong) review ever! How do you correct that?  
 I saw his other reviews of other providers and they were similar.  
 Maybe just let it go! But for those providers who are contacted by this man! Stay away.. He is just a hater!  
 Just to let the others know.  
 Thanks!

That is my Macdaddy... and he would know!!!!

What an ass. (Yours is nice, lol, but he is an ass lol)

Sorry that happened to you. I'm sure I've got those coming as we'll.

Thank you so much! I hope this doesn't happen to anyone. There are some people out there that just have to much hate for women I guess. He is using P411 a lot right now. I have his information handy!

While this doesn't have much to do with the provider and reviewer in question, I think there are a few obvious facts that form a trend for many reviewers.  

First, is rating inflation - I don't think that some reviewers appreciate what a 1-10 scale ought to mean - if I give a provider a 7 or 8 on looks, thats pretty good from my perspective - more attractive than 70-80% of the population (or of providers). The population in general has very few '10's - and even if the population of providers is better looking than the general public, there are still going to be relatively few '10's. I feel like this holds true despite the relative subjectivity of the review process. People are tempted to give inflated reviews to providers that they like - my personal ATF, unfortunately gone from the scene, got a 7 for looks and a 9 for performance from me - which is ultimately fair. I mean there are guidelines for this... Remember without going above and beyond the max score is a '7' with one additional point awarded for each extra fantastic offering. Thus my ATF garnered a '9' for performance.

Unfortunately there are also providers that offer perks or discounts in exchange for positive reviews. I've unfortunately fallen victim to one of these in the past - no score less than an '8' and the majority '9' and '10'. Which was INSANE. But it all made sense when I found out that she trades services and discounts for all those high marks. Somewhat predictably, she threw a fit when I submitted my unbiased review. Encouraging people to submit reviews is one thing - but trading on that currency for inflated ratings is dishonest.

Just like all review sites (Yelp, etc.) people tend to submit reviews that are either raves or complete disappointments. Our emotional state regarding an experience (high or low) will affect the likelihood we'll submit a review in the first place. This is mirrored by the subconscious way in which people on social networking sites like Facebook post overly rosy pictures of their lives and experiences, and then the reaction from their peers is to post similarly positive things about their lives - I think something similar happens here too.

Sorry for the long post and the holier-than-thou lecture, I hope everyone takes it for what it is - just my opinion - I just appeal to everyone to follow the guidelines - http://www.theeroticreview.com/reviews/submitReview.asp - particularly #2 and #7

Happy New Year!

I agree with mac daddy! She is everything her OTHER reviews say and much, much more! I had the pleasure of seeing her about ten days ago and it was an amazing, erotic extended session. What a sweetie and a tigress where it matters!!! I will post a review soon. It was a great time and i look forward to more with her....

right neighbor????

;-

Hi my new neighbor!!! Oh yes!! We had a great time!! See! There are true reviewers out there!!!!

I'm surprised at some scores and I think have two sevens, but I'm not gonna email some dude and say 'hey! I don't deserve a 9!' Lol I agreed with the two 7's as well as I had bad days.

I couldn't agree with you more! That is why I stopped reviewing because of all the BS. I wish reviews could only be seen by reviewer's and not provider's. Trust me most of the guys that hobby can filter out the BS. We can take care of our own. Look at how many seasoned reviewer's responded they saw the BS right away.   When the ladies get involved there is too much drama.

If you know how to use the tools TER provides it is very easy to figure out.  So that is the key hobbyist use the tools given to you! In saying this you can easily tell the reviewer in question has issues but it also pisses me off when you guys give everyone 9 and 10's WTF are you kidding me. Just tell the truth!

Seems to me that this person was discussed before

Some of these guys don't seem to realize that their reviews are just as much a reflection on them as they are on us.  

You are smokin' hot and the rest of your reviews are great. No one in their right mind is going to see that review and think anything other than "that guy is a twat."

Thank you so much honey! Girls like you are out there with support and that is awesome! There are low life guys just with bad attitudes.. but there are a lot of good guys out there to make up for it and you are right. All of those other reviews and ones who didn't review know the real truth!

 
Zana

Posted By: BadCollegeGirl
Some of these guys don't seem to realize that their reviews are just as much a reflection on them as they are on us.  
   
 You are smokin' hot and the rest of your reviews are great. No one in their right mind is going to see that review and think anything other than "that guy is a twat."

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