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Posted By: Marc <marcp@makingtherun.com> In Response To: Quixtar (Sean Dawson)
Monday, 22 November 2004, at 5:45 p.m.
> Hi,
> I just stumbled across your site after receiving an email advertising an
> internet marketing program. First, I wanted to thank you for this site. I
> am your basic working husband, trying to support my growing family. I
> would love to give them a better life and will do almost anything, short
> of something illegal to give it to them. Which brings me to my question.
> I've been approached numerous times with an "opportunity" which
> I would like your opinion on. The name of the company is Quixtar. In a nut
> shell, the company has a website which is like a port hole to other sites
> where you can buy anything from food to cars. Because you go through this
> site, you earn points for each item you buy. When you earn so many points,
> you get a percentage of what you bought. You can also order items off-line
> with catalogs and through your "sponsor." I won't get into all
> the details, but I would like it if you could give me your opinion. I've
> met some of the people who have recently made this a successful business
> for them. There are some questions that get answered with "That's on
> a need-to-know basis. When you get where we are, we will tell you."
> That sounds to me like they're hiding something. Can you enlighten me? I
> really appreciate your site and will be back if I ever get approached with
> another "opportunity." Thank you.
Hi all,
I'm a Quixtar IBO.
I'm involved with a group that is non tools, non AMO.
Yes, if you get involved with a group that promotes tools, there is a hefty monthly investment.
These groups are SCAMS.
What you need to do is focus on retailing the REAL product.
My focus is on retaiing XS Energy Drinks and doing well.
The key to business is building customer bases and partnerships and doing volume - it's really that simple. I say volume of REAL products, not tapes and books, conventions, etc.
I would strongly suggest , stay away from groups that focus on recruiting and selling dreams, tapes, books and the like.... you'll regret it in the long run.
Yes, Quixtar can be legitimate, depending where you focus is.
They have a really nice product line, that ADDS value in the marketplace.
Regards,
Marc
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