Pm etiquette

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I have noticed in 'comments' on blogs since I joined WA that people say "I will PM you later" or something similar. I personally have sent a few PMs but I am often uneasy that I am invading somebodys' private space.

What is the correct way to do this? Should you ask permission first? Is receiving or sending a PM a bit like receiving or sending a letter from a friend or acquaintance in the old days?

In the new World of social media and Affiliate Marketing, are there accepted norms and practices that we should know about, or does it vary depending on the media in question. Getting a Personal Message is quite nice in my opinion.

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Hi.

I get a few PMs - I really don't mind at all - in fact I see them as a compliment, that someone would want to ask me for my personal opinion on something.

Cheers, Mark

thank you, there was no real comment relevant to my site just a link that takes you to a blog selling valentine stuff

Thanks Mark, it is a compliment to be asked your personal opinion.

It is all good for me and if it is something that needs to between you and them --then PM for sure ---If they don't like it you will find out !!!

Thanks Ed, if they don't like it they will probably ignore me lol.

I don't think getting a PM a bad thing at all. ;)

Thank you Karyskis.

I used to really worry about pm'ng someone without asking them first, but everyone I have pm'ed so far has been really friendly and says they don't mind at all. So I don't worry about it as much now.

But I know not everyone might feel like that. If someone does would prefer to not have pm's, maybe they could put that in their profile. I don't see that really happening much though-WA members are incredibly helpful and friendly, and I often see them going out of their way to help others.

Hope that makes sense.

It makes perfect sense Jenna, people are helpful and friendly here.

I think if you have a question that you really don't need other people to see you should pm them. I've had people as questions that should be asked out in the open and I try to nicely tell them that they should ask their questions out in the discussion areas so they can get more than just my input. Private messages should be private in nature. I don't feel like they are invading my privacy it's just a matter of is it the right forum for their question.

Thanks Wayne, that is the correct way to look at PM, in my opinion as well.

I use PM's to not embarrass a person publicly if I need to point out a mistake, or to help them out in private, usually if they are asking questions THEY feel are 'stupid'. I receive PM's if people disagree with my point of view and want to discuss it privately, or if they want more information on a post I made. Sometimes it is just a PM to say thank you. Give you a better idea? PM me if you want more!

It certainly gives me a better idea Trialynn, as I now realize PM is used very widely and I won't be shy in future to use it.

I think most of us are fine with PMs. We need to remember to show respect and, if we request a review or comments, to not take offence and to provide a constructive review of someone's site. I prefer to PM a review because I find I can organize my thoughts better.

Sometimes I have something to say that I don't want to say in a public forum so I will PM the message. Hope this helps.

That is helpful Rick,and is the reason I posed the question.Thanks.

Just go ahead. I believe nobody here will be disturbed
John

Glad to hear that John, I had just wondered if it was normal to mention in advance on their profile that you would PM that person. Obviously there is no need for that.

Thanks Terri, being rude would not be a good idea, I must become braver asking for assistance.

Hi, if it is for assistance, I don't think anyone minds getting PM'd. Also, some friends out here do communicate that way and not intrude on the chat or blogs.... I don't think it would offend anyone if the person PM-ing is not rude.... :) Just my thinking....

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