Eventective Forums - Frequently Asked Questions - Is Eventective a scam? - Messages http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Eventective Forums - Frequently Asked Questions - Is Eventective a scam? - Messages en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Jitbit AspNetForum Sun, 24 Feb 2013 13:46:50 GMT Sun, 24 Feb 2013 13:46:50 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from YourVenue
Rule #1 of any business... GET LEGIT! You have to spend a buck to make a buck. And NO investment pays off immediately. We, as entertainers, spend money in many different ways. We invest time (time=$$$), we invest in media (flyers, printer ink, phone accounts, websites, accountants... IF your LEGIT, which many AREN'T), and the list goes on. The IRS has recognized that small business owners (especially sole proprietorships) will not turn a profit very quickly and that most of our start up money comes out of our pockets. It is for that reason that they allow you to report zero gains or MAJOR losses for the first three years you operate. They also allow you to move those losses into your PERSONAL tax account. There are HUGE benefits to this. Ask your accountant. Get an EIN, A DUNS number, and get LEGIT!

Rule #2... HAVE A PLAN! If you're counting on this site, or any other site, to generate your business and these are the only resources you're using, then you're doing it WRONG. Legwork, social media, business cards (NOTHING replaces good old fashined pavenment pounding), postal mailers, targeted email campaigns. There is so much YOU can do. You need to do it. If you have another job and can't put in the time, then consider a partner you trust to help you get it all going.

Rule #3... KNOW YOUR TARGET AUDIENCE! What are you trying to accomplish? Who are you trying to reach? What do THEY want? It's not your show... it's theirs. Learn how to talk to people. Have someone do a sanity check on your emails, etc BEFORE you send them. It will help you look smarter, more efficient, and a second set of eyes never hurts anyway.

And last... Rule #4: BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF AND YOUR CLIENTS! Ask yourself one question. If you're doing everything listed above, then maybe it's time to visit yourself in the mirror. There are two questions you REALLY need to ask yourself.
#1... "Is it ME?" Probably the hardest question to answer. Are YOU the reason you can't generate business? Maybe it's your look, your attitude, your lack of dedication to what you are doing, your inability to deliver a good and CONSISTENT product to your clients. Do you suck at following up? Do you know what post-venue TLC is?

And #2... "Am I in the WRONG business?" Another hard question if you've put a lot of time or money into it with little to no results? But if you've sunk all you had into this and aren't making money, then go back to question #1 and get really honest with yourself. Perhaps it's time to walk away and try something new.

I know this seems preachy and critical, but sometimes it HAS to be. The truth is not always pretty.

But we ARE in the business of providing entertainment and atmosphere to our clients. We have to be consistent. We have to care. We have to make sure their happiness is MORE IMPORTANT than our own. I do that and I make money. If you do that, you WILL make money. But it is NOT going to happen overnight. And in the world of business.... a year IS overnight.

So be patient and good luck.]]> Sun, 24 Feb 2013 13:46:50 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from AverysImaging Thu, 14 Feb 2013 02:24:52 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective cs@eventective.com or 207-253-1653.

Eventective leads are from people planning events who have completed an event request on our site. We have limited control over the nature of the person who is planning their event, how serious they are, or how responsive they may be. Many of our visitors are in the very early stages of their event planning process. They may have very little idea what they are actually looking for when it comes to services and quality of service for their event, so it may be difficult to pin them down for many of the details that vendors are looking for. As a result, this is an excellent opportunity for our vendors to educate and help the people for whom they have purchased a lead.

When you buy a lead the planner is given a link to your listing. If your listing is not updated with photos, recommendations and event packages with pricing information they may have little to no incentive to contact you because there is no information marketing your services on your listing.

Buying internet leads is a numbers game. You may have to purchase 25 or more before you book business. Upgrading your listing to one of our subscriptions gives you leads discounts and refunds. Our Basic Subscription often pays for itself with the lead discounts and refunds you receive plus you receive the benefits of advertising.

We would be more than happy to speak with you further about the frustrations you are having with leads and offer suggestions for improving your listing and responding to leads. Please feel free to contact us.]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2013 17:51:39 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from franklin Fri, 25 Jan 2013 17:30:07 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective set your lead filters to help match your leads to your business.

Because only 2% of our traffic turns into a lead, there are many ways you can reach the rest of our audience with other features we offer. 70% of Eventective users are searching the web to find out what they can expect to spend on services for their events. Adding packages with pricing information saves you and the prospective customer time and effort because they have an idea of your rates upfront. Updating your listing with good photos and customer recommendations helps you better market your services and capture the planner’s attention.

Because your courtesy listing only displays in your city, you are not reaching prospective customers who are looking for your type of services in other cities in your area that you are willing to travel to. Upgrading your listing to our Pay-Per-Click Advertising Program or an Enhanced or Premium Annual Subscription increases the value of your listing with increased exposure on Eventective. Please contact us at 207-253-1653 or cs@eventective.com if you have questions.]]> Mon, 10 Sep 2012 09:31:33 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective Selwyn wrote:
In the messaging block, it says use our messaging service to see if and when a client reads and responds to your email. How do I see this information? I cannot find any place on the website to find this. I spoke to customer service on the phone and the lady was nice, but I told her and am saying it here, this is the WORST website when it comes to usability.... Anyway, how do I check and see if my messages were opened?


When a client opens the message that you sent through Eventective, you will receive an email from us that the message has been opened. You can also go to the Messages menu option when you are signed in to your account and next to the message you sent, the envelope icon will be an opened envelope and that alerts you that the message was opened. The lead details for the lead you responded to will also state if the message has been read by the client. If you have other questions, please contact us at cs@eventective.com or view our Frequently Asked Questions.]]> Mon, 10 Sep 2012 09:03:16 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from cherylz Sun, 09 Sep 2012 20:53:00 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Selwyn Sun, 09 Sep 2012 15:31:02 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from tfreed here. If you know vendors in your area who have used Eventective, I would suggest you contact them and ask them about their experiences. You will also want to ensure your listing is updated with photos, event packages with pricing information and descriptive text about your services. You may also contact us at cs@eventective.com and we can offer ideas for increasing your event revenue from Eventective.]]> Tue, 04 Sep 2012 08:45:16 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Guest Thu, 30 Aug 2012 20:42:44 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective here. Since over 98% of our visitors do not submit an event request that becomes a lead, the Annual Subscription is an excellent way to get in front of that vast audience that is doing their own research and contacting event businesses directly. By offering lead refunds only to Eventective Subscribers, we lower your cost as a lead buyer with lead discounts and increase the value of your listing with increased exposure on Eventective at the Enhanced and Premium levels. Additionally the new refund policy increases the value of Eventective to our visitors by providing your contact information on your listing and, at the Premium level, in an automated response to event requests. If you have questions or would like help choosing the best subscription level for your business, please contact us at cs@eventective.com.]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 08:21:54 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from djpaul15 Mon, 27 Aug 2012 00:10:21 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective Thu, 31 May 2012 06:49:46 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Guest quite WRONG, and also shows our former website, not our current one, though our web address is still the same.
How do we correct the misinformation?]]> Wed, 30 May 2012 22:41:42 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from gail.maclellan1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:25:35 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective article. Eventective has over one million visitors a month who are planning events of all types. You will attract more visitors to your listing if your listing is up to date with a description of your event spaces and/or services, many photos of events you have done, customer recommendations and event packages with pricing. If you are interested in purchasing competitive leads in the Pay-per-Lead program, you may participate in that with your courtesy listing. We also have cost effective advertising opportunities to increase your visibility on the site, so more planners see your business. Our client service team would be happy to discuss your listing with you and offer suggestions. Please contact us at cs@eventective.com.]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:49:48 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from kelly Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:39:11 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective www.eventective.com with your screen name and password to cancel your request in the 'My Events' window.

A message will display on the right indicating that the event has been deleted at your request. If you have questions, please contact us at cs@eventective.com]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:16:57 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from esthela_rios12 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:34:05 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective educational series one of our DJ clients recorded that discusses his experience responding to leads and provides some useful tips. Many people use our site to do their own research and contact vendors directly so make sure your listing description promotes your services and the value you offer to entice planners to contact you. A recent survey of visitors to our site found that 70% are looking for sample packages and pricing. Take advantage of the opportunity to promote DJ packages on your listing. Please contact our client service team at cs@eventective.com if you have other questions.]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:54:34 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from bowleggin2003 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:19:32 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective here. You also need to follow-up with the client multiple times and show them the value you can offer for their event. Eventective also offers a generous refund policy so if you are not taking advantage of this, you should as it takes out much of the risk of purchasing leads.

Eventective does tell you when a prospective client reviews your listing and wants to contact you directly. This free direct lead is a referral that is sent to you with all the planner's contact information and event details so you can follow-up with them.

You may also want to consider promoting packages on your listing as many planners to our website are price shopping and want to know what services are going to cost.

This article also provides more information about what to expect when you purchase internet leads. If you have questions, please contact us at cs@eventective.com.]]> Mon, 02 Jan 2012 13:54:30 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from djseph susanhelgesonphoto wrote:
I have bought at least 12 leads and haven't had any even return an email.


Don't buy them. You will end up spending a lot for no gigs. This is a scam as far as I can tell. Eventective should tell you when a prospective client requested info directly from you. But if a prospective client selects Allow other DJs in the area to respond to my request you will get the request meant for someone else and probably will not get a reply.]]> Sun, 01 Jan 2012 18:52:03 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective cs@eventective.com or 207-253-1653.]]> Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:28:46 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Brodie
"Many planners are in the beginning stages of planning their events and may not respond to vendors right away because they are trying to finalize other details such as the venue. We encourage vendors to follow-up with planners numerous times."

How many times should we follow up between the 12-30 day point? I say 12 because We can not request a no activity refund until the 12th day. I currently have several leads that I have contacted via internet and Phone on numerous occasions with zero response. I have attempted to request refunds, however, apparently this is not an option outside of thirty days of purchase. How do I know that these leads are even legit? I trust Eventective. I believe that these leads are accurate and I also know that Eventective wants to keep their customers happy and coming back. Eventective I think that you need to review this policy and realize that it is not exactly realistic. How can I be refunded for these leads at this point?

Thank you!]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2011 20:48:33 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from BuddyM Buddy Mooneyhan - Tampa Florida]]> Thu, 15 Sep 2011 11:08:07 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective here. If you have any questions, please contact us at cs@eventective.com.]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 07:43:36 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Guest Tue, 12 Jul 2011 21:01:17 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective Golden Rules of Lead Buying and Lead Economics on our website. And be sure to request refunds for non-responses. If you have questions or want tips for setting lead filters, reviewing leads or establishing a process for following up with leads, please email client support at cs@eventective.com and we will be happy to assist you.]]> Thu, 10 Feb 2011 13:54:02 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from susanhelgesonphoto Thu, 10 Feb 2011 13:45:25 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective www.eventective.com with your screen name and password. Select the 'Listings' icon at the top of the page. If you have multiple listings, locate your listing in the 'My Listings' window and click the blue 'Edit Listing' link. In the Listing window, click the blue 'Remove this Listing' link to remove your listing from Eventective. If you have any questions, please contact us at cs@eventective.com.]]> Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:44:17 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from gnorthover28 Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:39:51 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective Sat, 22 Jan 2011 08:50:37 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Guest Fri, 21 Jan 2011 23:24:46 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective here.

Many brides and party planners have not planned large events in the past so any advice and tips you give can help educate them, show the value you offer and influence their purchases. You can read feedback from clients who have used Eventective and benefitted from the leads here and view an education series one of our clients created with suggestions for responding to leads.

If you have any questions, please contact our client service team at 207.253.1653 or info@eventective.com. We look forward to hearing from you.]]> Mon, 10 Jan 2011 12:01:31 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Guest Mon, 10 Jan 2011 11:48:39 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Gregoree Sun, 09 Jan 2011 22:15:23 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from ReeKeepNTouch Thu, 25 Nov 2010 21:33:12 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Guest Sat, 16 Oct 2010 08:54:01 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from tmichaelh Mon, 06 Sep 2010 09:44:49 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Guest Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:26:13 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from tfreed info@eventective.com with the name of your business.]]> Thu, 08 Jul 2010 11:45:27 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Guest Thu, 08 Jul 2010 11:18:20 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from tfreed info@eventective.com or by phone 207-253-1653.]]> Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:53:41 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from Guest Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:14:42 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from tfreed here. As stated in earlier posts, internet leads can be a numbers game. Because many planners come to Eventective early in their planning process, they are looking to finalize a venue before they book other services. This puts you in the unique position of being able to offer value to the planner with event ideas, recommendations for other vendors, etc. and become a trusted resource that helps influence their purchases. If you have questions or want tips for setting lead filters, reviewing leads or establishing a process for following up with leads, please email us at info@eventective.com.]]> Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:03:58 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from bouzi Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:21:50 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from tfreed refund policy. It often takes purchasing 20 or more leads to get a sense of the market and the response to your emails. You can read feedback from clients who have used Eventective and benefitted from the leads here.

Many planners are in the beginning stages of planning their events and may not respond to vendors right away because they are trying to finalize other details such as the venue. We encourage vendors to follow-up with planners numerous times and show the value they can offer including referring them to venues and other service vendors they partner with and providing tips and advice for event planning. One of our clients created an education series about optimizing your lead buying experience that may be helpful to you.

We can also offer you several tips for setting lead filters, reviewing leads for the best fit and suggesting a process for responding to leads to maximize success. Please do not hesitate email us at info@eventective.com with any questions.]]> Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:25:58 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from waterdoc Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:52:18 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from eventective Refund Policy.

Our refund policy does not guarantee that you will book the leads.

Please contact us at info@eventective.com or call us at 207.253.1653 and we can walk you thru the refund process. You must be signed-in to request a refund in the My Leads window.]]> Wed, 12 May 2010 09:15:35 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from info Tue, 11 May 2010 18:01:01 GMT http://www.eventective.com/forum//forum/topic420-is-eventective-a-scam.aspx Message from tfreed not a scam. It is real and is helping both planners and businesses. This article addresses some Eventective misconceptions, talks about how Eventective does business and provides testimonials from Eventective users.]]> Mon, 10 May 2010 11:15:34 GMT