I went to Rodeo drive today. And before you all go thinking, oh wow, you are so lucky! let me tell you, it was not that cool. There were a bunch of tourists, just like me and you, walking around, trying to look cool, wanting to be famous, but just not having it right. There were tons of stores, all posh, and upper class. I would never go in there. They are meant for the rich and famous, and tourists who want to be rich and famous, but don't really have a lot of money.
My friends and I joked about how one of us should make believe she was a famous person, and we would all run up to her and squeal, and ask for her autograph. But we decided against that idea. You never know who might see, and things do get back to the Rabbi. (No, that's not the reason we decided not to, but you have to check all your exits.)
On Shabbos I finished reading the book, 'my sisters keeper'. If you haven't read it, I recommend it. It is a very intense book, with a lot of good lessons. And it has very strong arguments about family dynamics. I really liked it, and I even cried by the end. Ya, I do cry sometimes.
On a different note, I was flipping through a magazine, and came across an ad that said, 'which would you rather?' It had two pictures. One of a regular mattress, with the springs and coils and everything. And the other picture was their mattress, the one they were selling. It's some sort of foam contraption, where you lay on it, and it molds your form, and even remembers your shape! How cool is that?
I thought, hmmm, which one would I rather? Which one is even better, or is this one 'better' only because they are trying to sell it? And above all, which one can I afford?
It bothers me how people use that for advertisement purposes. Don't buy the regular brands, buy Tide. Don't get the cheap one, spend a whole lot of money, and buy ours. Really. you only tell me yours is better because you want me to buy it. Why don't you just lay all your cards on the table, be honest, and if I want to buy it because I like it, then we both walk away happy.
I always go by, honesty is the best policy. And no matter what, you will not get anywhere in life by stepping on the little guys. If you want to raise yourself up, if you want people to buy your product, if you want people to like you as a person, be yourself, and that should count for something. And if it doesn't, then it wouldn't be worth it in the long run.
My friends and I joked about how one of us should make believe she was a famous person, and we would all run up to her and squeal, and ask for her autograph. But we decided against that idea. You never know who might see, and things do get back to the Rabbi. (No, that's not the reason we decided not to, but you have to check all your exits.)
On Shabbos I finished reading the book, 'my sisters keeper'. If you haven't read it, I recommend it. It is a very intense book, with a lot of good lessons. And it has very strong arguments about family dynamics. I really liked it, and I even cried by the end. Ya, I do cry sometimes.
On a different note, I was flipping through a magazine, and came across an ad that said, 'which would you rather?' It had two pictures. One of a regular mattress, with the springs and coils and everything. And the other picture was their mattress, the one they were selling. It's some sort of foam contraption, where you lay on it, and it molds your form, and even remembers your shape! How cool is that?
I thought, hmmm, which one would I rather? Which one is even better, or is this one 'better' only because they are trying to sell it? And above all, which one can I afford?
It bothers me how people use that for advertisement purposes. Don't buy the regular brands, buy Tide. Don't get the cheap one, spend a whole lot of money, and buy ours. Really. you only tell me yours is better because you want me to buy it. Why don't you just lay all your cards on the table, be honest, and if I want to buy it because I like it, then we both walk away happy.
I always go by, honesty is the best policy. And no matter what, you will not get anywhere in life by stepping on the little guys. If you want to raise yourself up, if you want people to buy your product, if you want people to like you as a person, be yourself, and that should count for something. And if it doesn't, then it wouldn't be worth it in the long run.
Deep.
ReplyDeletetoo bad, i thought u could do better than that.
ReplyDeleteI prefer foam mattresses. Better for my back.
ReplyDeletelol. really. so, ur gonna let them step on u, and convince you to buy their products just cuz its better for ur back?
ReplyDeleteStep on me? Hardly.
ReplyDeleteI very much prefer a foam mattress over the other one. I sleep better, paint without back pains to distract me...right now I'm creaking like an old fogey because my matress is of the spring and coil sort. There is absolutely nothing wrong with advancing technology.
I might add that yes, my back is actually important to me.
ReplyDeleteHear hear! Excellent rebuttal. To the point, no beating around the bush. Ten points!
ReplyDeleteTen points!? Fantastic.
ReplyDeletedude, u never give me points. im starting to think u resort to favoritism.
ReplyDeletesarabonn- thats fine. buy whatver matress is best for u. im not arguing. it wasnt the point of this anyway
When they're talking about money, honesty kinda gets left by the wayside.
ReplyDeleteAnd who are you recommending my sister's keeper to??? it's a very powerful book but it's not jewish and not appropiate for a lot of people. Sorry if I'm preaching...I just read it and now regret it.
u just read it, but u are telling me off for suggesting it to people? that is very hypocritical. try not to do that.
ReplyDeleteyou are right, it is not appropriate for a lot of people. i didn't tell anyone to read it, i suggested it. it is entirely up to them if they want to read it or not. but thank you for pointing that out.
Sorry, i wrote it wrong. I started reading it and stopped...you're right about the suggesting it.
ReplyDeletei'm not ususally this harsh :D
In the Soviet Union, stores all had generic names, like "food products," "shoes," "furniture." Nobody needed fancy names or advertising because there was no competition.
ReplyDeleteHonesty is great for life and for selling yourself as a person, but if you're trying to sell a product, advertising works!! sucks, but it's true.
mushkie. not offended. but i dont think it is a 'bad' book. theres nothing wrong with it.
ReplyDeletee- sadly, too true. thats why i shall never go into advertising. i doubt anyone would buy my stuff if i say, 'my stuff is good, his may be better. choose whichever u want, as long as u are happy.' ya, no money in that.