LOL, thanks for the compliment DFW. Don’t go selling yourself short over there, though. I’ve learned just as much from your posts as you have mine I’m sure.
I truly think we’ve got a solid core of operators in here with the expertise that really makes this place fun and informative. Sure, I’ll toss an idea or two out there but I soak in a lot of advice as well… Except for the Stanislaus one. Sorry guys, I use Escalon and love it, dented cans and all.
I think the best part about this forum is everyone’s willingness to help… quickly. It’s almost as if people are battling to give advice first in here, which is pretty cool if you ask me. I can count at least 20 people who’ve helped me in one way or another since I’ve been a part of Think Tank. Also, the fact that Tom religiously follows the posts written in here… almost as often than I do, is a breath of fresh air as well. I’ll ask you, “How many magazine editors actually frequent the forum section their magazine hosts?” Not many.
Anyway, that’s why I stay here. Not very many people second guess the opinions of others. If they have a different opinion they’re tactful with their responses… most of the time. Sure you’ll have the occasional one who wants to be argumentative (confession: I like a battle of wits and I kinda dig little tiffs here and there), but not too often.
With that being said, struggle99, you’re in the right place at the right time. Soak it up while you can because I don’t think you’ll find a better medium than Think Tank to help you with the success of your store. -J_r0kk