This is rather an extraordinary story! I was recently asked by a supplier to provide her with a recommendation. This is something I was delighted to do; not only did I want to support an excellent small business, but I also believe the quality of her service is outstanding.
The supplier was putting together a showcase of her work and the clients she represented, and put my 'quote' at the front of the marketing brochure. One of the clients she represents is my husband: a co-incidence since I have an independent business relationship with her.
However, upon the supplier sending out the brochure, she received an anonymous: unsigned email accusing her - and me, of nepotism. The cowardly emailer was also 'menacing' saying that the business is very small and nepotism is unacceptable.
Well... First of all, a definition of nepotism is when favourable treatment is given to family members. Within certain business areas, there is no doubt that 'nepotism' is the reason why certain individuals.. Peaches...Pixie... Etc. have opportunities that their talent doesn't warrant. In family businesses, of course, family members could have opportunities and responsibilities given to them in preference to more experienced employees.
In this instance, the cowardly accuser: hiding behind his bizarrely named email persona is wrong. My business relationship with the supplier is completely separate to the representation my husband has with her. And also, my giving a recommendation to her to support her business does not give preferential treatment to my husband within her business because he PAYS for representation and for being in the showcase.
Looking at forums and message boards on Newspaper sites (I recommend the Daily Mail for particularly vile comments), there are people that hide behind a ridiculous name; writing cruel, damaging and in some cases untrue comments. Clearly they don't have much to do or their lives are driven by jealousy and hatred.
When I am asked to write a short testimonial or recommendation, provided I am happy with the supplier, I am happy to do so. The economic situation in UK is currently very challenging, and any support we can give like minded businesses, that supply good quality products and services should be supported; not undermined by petty, jealous or untrue emails.
And as for Mr-cowardly-emailer: unfortunately, I'm not able to attend the showcase. I'm really sorry I won't have the opportunity to meet you.
What do you think?
http:www.executivevoice.co.uk
The supplier was putting together a showcase of her work and the clients she represented, and put my 'quote' at the front of the marketing brochure. One of the clients she represents is my husband: a co-incidence since I have an independent business relationship with her.
However, upon the supplier sending out the brochure, she received an anonymous: unsigned email accusing her - and me, of nepotism. The cowardly emailer was also 'menacing' saying that the business is very small and nepotism is unacceptable.
Well... First of all, a definition of nepotism is when favourable treatment is given to family members. Within certain business areas, there is no doubt that 'nepotism' is the reason why certain individuals.. Peaches...Pixie... Etc. have opportunities that their talent doesn't warrant. In family businesses, of course, family members could have opportunities and responsibilities given to them in preference to more experienced employees.
In this instance, the cowardly accuser: hiding behind his bizarrely named email persona is wrong. My business relationship with the supplier is completely separate to the representation my husband has with her. And also, my giving a recommendation to her to support her business does not give preferential treatment to my husband within her business because he PAYS for representation and for being in the showcase.
Looking at forums and message boards on Newspaper sites (I recommend the Daily Mail for particularly vile comments), there are people that hide behind a ridiculous name; writing cruel, damaging and in some cases untrue comments. Clearly they don't have much to do or their lives are driven by jealousy and hatred.
When I am asked to write a short testimonial or recommendation, provided I am happy with the supplier, I am happy to do so. The economic situation in UK is currently very challenging, and any support we can give like minded businesses, that supply good quality products and services should be supported; not undermined by petty, jealous or untrue emails.
And as for Mr-cowardly-emailer: unfortunately, I'm not able to attend the showcase. I'm really sorry I won't have the opportunity to meet you.
What do you think?
http:www.executivevoice.co.uk
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