Some people leave not nice comments when an item is FREE...or they don't leave any comments at all. Or they rate things lower than 4.0 and never leave me a comment as to why it isn't 4.0. I would so love to help them if there is something wrong with a product.
I just had someone leave me a comment complaining that I have St. Patty's Day on a banner and not St. Patrick's after the saint. I would have loved to explain why I cannot have saints in my public school classroom and St Patty's Day is allowed. But I didn't get a chance...instead I have that comment sitting there forever!
I don't know....maybe I should stop trying to put things on TPT??? Do you every feel like this? I mean my store is only about 8 months old, but it is beginning to make me sad...
HELP!!! How do you all deal with negative comments or ratings? I'm beginning to feel like I stink at all of this...blogging....TPT....TN... :(
Amen to that! My pathetic little store stays little because I'm afraid of what people may think. I always try to leave positive remarks, since anything teachers post is helpful!
ReplyDeleteHokie Teach
I know what you mean. Thanks for leaving me a commnet. I am your newest follower on your blog and TPT! We will stay positive and brave together!
DeleteI'm so sorry!! People sitting behind their keyboards have a lot more guts I suppose. I blogged on this just yesterday- I don't get a lot of negative comments, but every now and then, I get one that just makes me so sad! It happens to the best of us... Chin up!
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ideas by jivey
Thanks Jivey...you comment made me smile! :)
DeleteHow awful that you're getting negative comments! It's a terrible thing, and they could send it as a question for you to fix instead. Please don't give up. These people obviously have no tact.
ReplyDeleteDon't Let the Teacher Stay Up Late
Thanks Melissa! Your comment means a lot to me!
DeleteDon't let the negativity filter into your life, that is exactly what these types of commenters want! Like mama has always said, if you don't have anything nice to say, then don't say it.
ReplyDeleteSending positive vibes and virtual hugs!
faithfuinfirst.blogspot.com
You are so right Janine! Thank you so much!
DeleteI'm really sorry that something like this is happening to you, but please don't give up. I have seen that many people just go, grab a freebie, and don't bother to even say thanks. This happens even to the ladies that are in the top rank.
ReplyDeleteSpring is here, enjoy it, and relax. Maybe there are so many things upon you that this one hit the core. Cheer up, continue loving what you do, and smile, smile, smile!!!!!!!!!!
Lili
Sweet Blessings & Learning Treats
Thanks Lili. Your comment made me smile, smile, and smile again! :)
DeleteHit that little "delete" button on your Q and A page and then move on, friend. =) It seems that these things come in waves and happen with every holiday.
ReplyDeleteThanks Christi...I honestly didn't even think of that. It made me feel good to delete it! :)
DeleteI can't believe anyone would say something about a FREE item. That just says a lot about their character. Believe me, I've had a few comments that have made me feel the same way. I guess we just need to think that if we put something out there in the cyber world then we have to be ready for all sorts of comments to come our way. KEEP SHARING! We all appreciate all of your work :)
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The Techie Teacher
Thank you so much Julie. Your comment really made me feel better! :)
DeleteFirst up,you do not stink at this! As we say to our kiddos you cannot make choices for other people you can only choose how you react to their behaviour. Don't let one or two people's negativity dictate how you feel about your products. I bet the good comments outweigh the bad comments, focus on that and know that we are all here to cyber support you.
ReplyDeleteTania
Mrs Poultney's Ponderings
Thank you so much Tania! You are so right...the good comments do outweigh the bad ones! You're the best! :)
DeleteHmmm, second post I've read on this. Wonder if there's a cranky TPTper out there trying to drag some nice people down? Be interesting to know if it's the same person!! Don't let them steal your happy. You're too awesome for that!
ReplyDeleteMegan
I Teach. What's Your Super Power?
Your comment means a lot to me Megan...thank you so much! :)
DeleteUgh...So sorry my friend! It never makes someone feel good when they are put down! I guess people can't remember "if you DONT have anything nice to say, DONT say anything at all"
ReplyDeleteKeep up all your great work!!!
Tonya
Tonya’s Treats for Teachers
Thanks Tonya. I wish people were as nice as you. Then I would always have nice comments! :)
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ReplyDeleteSo sorry you had to experience a negative Nelly or Ned!! Don't ever allow anyone to steal your joy or your dream. I guarantee they downloaded the product in question...and are probably using it. Don't stop making things to sell in your store...they will win if you do!!
Crystal
Ms. Jones’ Junction
Thank you so much Crystal. You are right...I won't let them win...I will just have to try harder! :)
DeleteYour stuff seems really cute and it has heart. Don't get discouraged.
ReplyDeleteCrystal
The lamppost in 1st grade math
Thank you so much Crystal. You are so kind to have seen my stuff! It means a lot to me! :)
DeleteI'm sorry that you are experiencing that! I have felt (feel) that way as well. Those negative comments are so discouraging, and pretty embarrassing. As disappointing as it is, you need to keep it positive. Think of all the positive comments you have earned for your amazing products. Keep up your amazing work!
ReplyDeleteRae
Mindful Rambles
Thank you so much Rae! Your comment means so much to me! And I will stay positive!!! :)
DeleteThere was a commenter that was going around during Thanksgiving time really ripping into people who had anything with Native Americans on it. She would leave a comment if it was free or a Q/A if it wasn't. She was pretty nasty!
ReplyDeleteI am also getting a little tired of people not explaining why they leave less than a 4.0. Many time I go back to my store and notice something is not a 4.0 anymore and check the comments and all they say are "Thanks".
Keep your head up! I have found that negative feedback comes in random spurts and then goes away.
Stephany
Thanks for that information about Thanksgiving. It kinda sounds like the same thing on my TPT page. And thank you so much for your comment...it means a lot to me! :)
DeleteAt least you GET comments. I don't have much up, but nothing has earned a comment yet that I can remember.
ReplyDeleteAs for the comment about St. Patty's... that was a grammar Nazi!
Patty is short for Patricia, not Patrick. They may have been trying to point out that if you're not saying Patrick, you should be saying Paddy, which is the nickname for Patrick.
Thank you...I will have to go and check your stuff so I can comment, nicely of course! :)
DeleteIf you go onto TpT, I'm pretty sure you can reply to comments left. It may not change that person's view, but it will at least defend me to other people reading the reviews and considering a purchase.
ReplyDeleteI think anytime you put yourself out there, there are going to be a lot of great, positive people and a few that aren't. And it's frustrating, but that happens.
I know I'm kind of stingy with my 4.0's. That sounds mean, maybe, but when I look at products to buy, just about everything is a 4.0 and it makes it really hard to distinguish the very best products from the others. (If you highlight everything, you highlight nothing.) I'm not trying to be mean when I don't leave a 4.0, but not EVERY product is the most original or best thing. I'm NOT stingy on freebies, though, and I make sure I comment to let them know why I didn't give a 4.0.
I wasn't the one who left you less than a 4.0, but my point is this- it's probably not anything personal, or someone trying to be mean. You make GREAT products, and I hope you don't let just one bad experience keep you from making more wonderful things!
Jenny
Luckeyfrog's Lilypad
Thank you for your heartfelt comment. I appreciate that YOU think my stuff is great...that means a lot to me! :)
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