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August 16, 2006
30 Days
By Drew in Miscellaneous
Do you remember Super Size Me? You know that documentary done by Morgan Spurlock where he ate nothing but McDonald's food for 30 days? Anyway, in case some of you don't know a year ago FX networks aired the first series of documentaries simply titled "30 Days", of course done by Morgan Spurlock. Well recently season two has been broadcasting, and as usual it is very interesting to watch.
The whole idea is to take two people from different points of view and put them together. For instance, on season two we have so far seen a "Minuteman" live with a family of illegals, an Atheist live with Christians, and a programmer who lost his job to outsourcing live and work in India. On a side note this programmer reminded me of Eric Janssen. Not in looks or anything like that, more because of his inquisitive nature and the way he carried on discussions.
So I started thinking, (I know scary concept) what about pairing up a Quixtar IBO, and a critic for 30 days? We could have a critic go live with an IBO for 30 days in which the critic would have to attend all meetings with the IBO, and basically participate right along side the IBO. Of course it would be much more interesting if the IBO was "sold on the system" (Sorry Dave, no offense but since you have been dubbed "the critic's choice" I don't know how interesting it would be).
Of course on the flip side we could have a hardcore system IBO go live with a critic for 30 days in which the IBO would have to actively participate with the critic on producing content for their blog or site, and again generally participate right along side the critic. Can you picture an IBO crashing meetings with Perceptive?
In all seriousness though, what do you think would come from such a pairing? Could the critic see anything new or different about this business that would get them behind it? Could the IBO have their eyes opened to see why such criticism exists? One interesting point my wife brought up is that most critics have been IBOs, but most IBOs have never walked in the shoes of a critic. Very true point, but I think with all the different systems and groups there is still some new things for the critic to see, not to mention there are still some critics who have not been IBOs.
So what pairings would you like to see? I thought of a few:
Scott Larsen and Jody Victor (Jody Victor helping Scott with amquix.info), Imran and Brad (Imran going with Brad to meetings, and helping show the plan), Perceptive and Michael (Michael going with perceptive to crash Quixtar meetings)
Tex and MasterGunner99 (scratch that, too many hospital visits could occur for Tex).
And of course my personal favorite... Insider and Qblog (Just think of the possibilities).
Comments
It wasn't about changing perceptions - it was about answering my questions. I really can't ponder the answers to questions that they've already answered for me. It would be nice if they could be shared, though.
Drew,
I think this would be a fabulous idea.
The "30 Days" series is enjoyable as it provides an interesting perspective, from another point of view.
I thought the same thing in regards to your remarks about the programmer. For same/similiar reasons he reminded me of Eric also.
mevi -
Thanks. and it is too bad you cant share. But it does seem as if some of your fire against the business has been put to ease. Is this true?
Once again, I guess I'm left out of the loop.
You could always pair me with a beautiful blond nymphomaniac. I'll have 30 days to calm her down, and she'll have 30 days to...okay, maybe I wouldn't want to calm her down; but I really like this idea the more I think about it.
Dave
A lot of the critics issues would be solved if the tools groups offered a 100% refund on tools and function tickets. Just read the BSMAA, it prettymuch ensures those who make all the money on the tools are least responsible for their refunds.
Mevi was mesmorized by Duncan because he got his money back.
To understand the issues with the tools refund policy read:
http://www.amquix.info/quixtar_bsmaa_refunds.html
Brad,
Mevi said just got married recently so he didn't have as much time to blog. I also thought he was being lured to the dark side, but I still believe he's a "critic" from his most recent posts.
Drew wrote: "Can you picture an IBO crashing meetings with perceptive?"
ROFL! I say Brad and perceptive!!!
You're right, a MG99/Tex pairing would be quite deadly, physically speaking, that is. :)
Porkchopjim and insider.
Who has time to watch TV ;) You all should be out showing plans! ( he said sarcasticly)
porkchopjim and Insider?
Blind date?
I don't have anything to wear....
I'm all giddy!
Drew,
This is an excellent idea. My upline teaches that it takes only 21 days to change a habit, but just who's habits would change?
well Scott... how do you approach my Q12 who has given back tool refunds, in full, up to 2 years back?
I have never had a problem returning tools and have always received a refund.
Dave, you're not the only one left out of this loop. But of course, since I haven't even been mentioned, I have to assume it's because I'm in a class by myself.
;-)
Anyway...
I know some critics who are MARRIED to IBOs. Let the TV cameras go into THEIR homes and show us what it's like.
PW
Oh. My. Gaawwwwddd!!!
ROFLMBO!!! Good Lord! I have never laughed so hard in my entire life.
I think Rara is right.
The pairings should be according to the intensity of their passions. Rabidly-anti with Rabidly-pro. Me and Brad, I say ;-)... Although, I think it might turn as deadly as the MG99/Tex pairing - we'd probably be so desperately trying to convert each other, it might end up in fisticuffs.
Fisticuffs should be allowed if it is consensual.
No knives, no guns.
I am a long time reader, but this is my first post. I resisted posting till now ... but this article by Drew is way too hilarious to pass on.
In my opinion the intreresting pairing is Imran and Brad attending conferences and showing plan. I have a feeling Imran will make non-believers out of IBOs, than the other way around.
I think Brad should go return all his tools and get a refund. The tools didn't work. :)
Hi Brad,
That's great. How do I explain your Q12? Its easy, there are always exceptions to the norm. Some people will do the ethical thing, most won't. Most others will not. I'm happy you have a better upline than most. Maybe you can help convince the king pins to modify the rules to 2 years and a full refund like your upline does.
Drew,
Who would take on the infamous Tony?
Michael asked: "Who would take on the infamous Tony?"
Answer: rocket
I'm starting to think we should have a QBlog convention. We could have cupcakes and milk.
What a party THAT would be!
Bring in the cameras and watch the ensuing bedlam. Quality entertainment for all ages.
PW
Tony could come live with me for 30 days. It will be an eye-opening experience for both of us I am sure.
PW,
Great idea!
Drew>> Tony could come live with me for 30 days. It will be an eye-opening experience for both of us I am sure.
Hmmm.... Drew, I don't know about that. That would probably be the deadliest, I think. Seeing how the two of you almost got into fisticuffs a long time ago here. ;-)... Now, wait a minute, there's maybe some money-making potential here - a Pay-per-view broadcast of a fight in the ring, perhaps? Do I recall Tony bragging about some boxing/kick-boxing experience?
The MG99/Tex pairing would be a quick end though. MG99 walks up to Tex. "What's up"? "Lying Cowardly Kingpins"! MG99 lets fly a quick punch, and Tex goes out like a light.
Me and Brad?
Me: "You crook! You thief!"
Brad: "You Dreamstealer!"
Punches flying back and forth. Black eye. Broken nose. After that it is a blur of two guys in a school-yard-style brawl... You can hear snippets of "How dare you put down my hero, Bill Britt"?, "Illegal Pyramid, illegal pyramid".
Qblog and Insider:
Two men sitting down at a fine-dining (French?) restaurant.
The Easy Banter, slowly warming up towards the inevitable sparks. Insider having a lot of "Whine" with his cheese ;-)...
That could be true. I don't know though I told him I wasn't into all that rainbow colored belt system and wearing pajamas. I was cut from a different cloth. I learned how to fight in the military, and let's just say some of the moves aren't very sophisticated.
Like my Drill Sergeant once said before showing us various blows to the groin: "I don't care how much fighting s*** a man knows, one solid shot to the nuts and he won't be able to use any of it." A wise man he was.
PW,
I have found a video that I think would resemble a Qblog convention. Notice MG99 and Tex fighting in the front. Perceptive and Brad are in the back. Qblog and Insider are in view on the futon in the back having a discussion and I think that is you trying to get a nap while Tex and MG99 are fighting. Anyway, take a look for yourself and you tell me.
Yup, I think that's about it.
Man, that place has really gone to the dogs.
{sorry}
You remember the reason why dogs lick themselves, don't you?
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Because they CAN!
PW
Talked to Mevi lately? I think his interaction with Brad Duncan changed his perception a bit... and that wasnt even 30 days.
(this belief comes from seemingly different action/inaction on this forum and in certain topics than before the discussion and i have not talked to him about it.)
Posted by: Brad | August 16, 2006 2:55 AM