Negative Comments Can Be Constructive - But Not Always

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There has been some controversy over debating, and good coming from negative posting. Well, it is true that some good may come from negative posting. If it is done in a constuctive manner and offers possible solutions.

The negative posting I am referring to is....just negative with no redeeming content. It just says things like...You can't, You won't, You never will.... this doesn't solve anything.

I have seen posts like this about APSense. Like you can't earn... that is silly we all earn and many have been paid (I even posted proof). Or you can't make sales here at APSense... hmmm another false statement. I can only speak for myself, but my business has really expanded since joining APSense. These are just negative statements that serve absolutely no purpose.

These are not constructive, nor do they leave any room open for debate or discussing possible solutions. You can be on the opposite side of the fence about a topic, but, show some proof that your statements are true. Or offer a plausible solution or compromise to the issue at hand.

These kind of comments do not answer a question. So they offer no help and add no content to the discussion or blog. Also they make the person leaving such comments come across very negative. And we all know it is best to surround yourself with positive people.

Sure you can be negative, but try to follow it with something constructive.

Lynn

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sassynewbody  Professional Pro Nov 21st 14:21
I have made money...and have many customers from Apsense. So YES....you CAN, WILL, AND HAVE...right here at Apsense! :0)
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Arlene  Magnate I  Nov 21st 15:53
Hi Jen, You are so funny...and positive!! Thank you for dropping by :) Lynn

sassynewbody  Professional Pro Nov 21st 20:40
;0) I love Apsense...what can I say....:0) Thanks Lynn.
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Arlene  Magnate I  Nov 22nd 07:35
OC, Thank you for stopping by. I also agree that from negativity can come growth. My point is that when a member posts nothing but negativity....and they do not return for a conversation or debate....then it has not been constructive. I am not referring to those who simply add a negative comment to a discussion in which they are involved.....that usually will just motivate others :) I must add that I am a person who sees the glass of water as half full. That doesn't mean that I am wearing rose colored glasses as I drink that water. Its okay to be positive, but one must live in the real world too. Lynn

Arlene  Magnate I  Nov 22nd 08:21
OC, If the glass is always full, then I would see that as positive. I don't agree that all must be neagative or lack something for growth. I can back that statement up everytime I look at my children with more love. There was nothing negative or lacking...but it constantly grows. I experience growth in my knowledge on a daily. Simply by absorbing everything around me. Some could say that I lacked the knowledge in the first place. But, is it really lacking if you aren't aware of the need? And you are not actively searching to fill the need, as it just happens. Lynn

Arlene  Magnate I  Nov 22nd 11:40
OC, This is an occassion that I must agree to disagree. I don't think being positive is a bad thing. And I do believe that relationships grow stronger each and everyday. And when I teach my children the ideas of being positive and confident, I know I am taking the right approach. As they are growing up into wonderful caring, confident and positive people. And none of what I teach them is a lie. Lynn

Lisa G Intimates ~*~  Committed  Nov 28th 12:21
I try not to use the word can't in my vocaulary..lol. Especially in business. There are so many things that I would have thought that I could not have done, a year ago, but...I have. Even working with nothing, which I admit, that is what I started with as far as investment on the interenet goes, I was able to Make "Something" out of "Nothing" I totally agree, for every negative, there should be a positive.

Arlene  Magnate I  Nov 29th 13:44
Hi Lisa, It is always nice to see you. I try to encourage with the positive. Example..my childrens rooms...lol... maybe something like that is going to look so awesome when you get that all arranged...lol. Instead of just I can't believe my eyes....clean this room now!! And it always seems to work out better using positive reinforcement. At least it does in our home :) Lynn

Lifestyle Home Services  Senior  Nov 30th 17:41
If we see a glass as being half full then we view it as being filled up (Positive) If we see a glass as being half empty then we view it as being poured out (Negative) Either way, the glass is at 50% capacity and only we can decide which way we want the capacity to go...
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Arlene  Magnate I  Dec 6th 09:46
Eric, Sorry for the delay in responding. I have been pulled in a million directions lately. I feel our perception of a situation does play a major part. I enjoy being able to make this individual choice :) Lynn

Jaz4U  Advanced  Nov 9th 02:57
Marketing 101, "negatives do not sell" ... sort of like the 1970 Chevrolet Vega ... this model was popular in the USA; however, when marketers tried to sell this car to Latinos ... the sales promotions failed; for vega translate to "no go" in their language; thus, locals refused to be seen in a "No Go" car :) I like ApSense for it's marketing tools. If they are not used, then it is a 'no go' for community members. Just publish and share .... anywhere links can be shared on the Internet.
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bronnamdi  Professional  Nov 15th 09:50
Thanks, Lynn, for this post. I agree with you that our comments should enrich the matters or issues we are commenting on or elicit a healthy debate on the matter at hand. When you comment with finality [like saying can't, won't, etc.], you are saying you are not open to considering any other position regardless of how true or correct that position is. I believe we should be open to the viewpoints of others. We may be the ones out of point. Considering what others say may help us reach a conclusion better than what we had held previously as the ultimate.

Genesis  Committed  Nov 21st 12:36
Today is exactly three years since you published this blog and it still has value. That's what I call good content! Happy BLOG Anniversary!!! ;0)

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