Comments on: Bloggers liable for statements about products? Maybe, says FTC.

By: The FTC is NOT gunning for mom bloggers | Marketing Roadmaps

The FTC is NOT gunning for mom bloggers | Marketing Roadmaps — Wed, 20 May 2009 02:36:47 +0000

[...] be slightly or even very different. Nevertheless, I’ll stand by my original post on this topic (Bloggers liable for statements about products? Maybe says FTC ) and say that the key issues will be compensation and disclosure. To what extent is the blogger a [...]

By: Just what is blogger relations anyway? | Marketing Roadmaps

Just what is blogger relations anyway? | Marketing Roadmaps — Mon, 11 May 2009 18:53:51 +0000

[...] I’ve said before, I believe the key issues will be compensation, whether cash or product, and the amount of [...]

By: Georgete Pereira

Georgete Pereira — Fri, 01 May 2009 03:19:19 +0000

Very nice post, Susan. I've seen so many job postings trying to recruit bloggers to write about products and services. Wonder if the current situation in the job market will make it worse, since blogging can be a second or only source or resource. How it will impact the bloggers community? Still have to see it. Thanks for sharing your amazing points. Georgete Georgete Pereira´s last blog post..The Nail Game

By: Mom Time

Mom Time — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 16:57:05 +0000

Hi Susan,

This is a very informative article. Thank you for sharing. I would like to know if there is a standard disclaimer for bloggers like us that we could use? That would help us a lot in stating what is needed for us to protect ourselves.

Please let us know. Thanks you again.

By: CrAzY Working Mom

CrAzY Working Mom — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:06:28 +0000

I’m looking forward to seeing how this plays out! Thanks for sharing this.

By: Classy Mommy

Classy Mommy — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 17:24:15 +0000

Susan - excellent posts and super points. Thank you for sharing your thoughts & experience. I'll be following this closely like many other bloggers during the coming weeks and months. Sharing information with each other and spreading the word about this pending FTC revisions along emphasizing how important it is to be transparent and have a disclaimer is so important. Thanks! Keep up the good work! Classy Mommy´s last blog post..Coming Soon: Meridian Swing Set Giveaway Valued at $599

By: CShaner

CShaner — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:52:48 +0000

Hi, Susan. You made some excellent points here. I can understand why the FTC wants to keep track of blogs, but limiting content seems contrary to the entire blogging concept. Thanks for shedding some light on this and spreading the word. I think a lot of people are unaware that these regulations are in the works. CShaner´s last blog post..Where’s the beef?

By: Nancy Anne Shaw

Nancy Anne Shaw — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 01:27:51 +0000

Susan, Thanks for sharing this on Facebook. This new ruling really does walk the fine line between freedom of speech and trying to regulate a few indiscriminate bloggers from unjustifiably damaging a business’s reputation. When bloggers are not free to write honest reviews, businesses will lose valuable feedback they can use to improve their products and make them more worthwhile to customers. I will be watching for other posts from you, as this develops.

By: Liz@thisfullhouse

Liz@thisfullhouse — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 23:50:55 +0000

Great information, Susan. My disclaimer is simple and I make it pretty clear on my review blog:

This Full House Reviews is where I share opinions on stuff; especially, the ones we like! We are always looking to post reviews on products that help make our lives a little easier and perhaps be of interest to families, like us.

And, a heads up to manufacturers:

The opportunity to work closely with companies, and try new products and services, is a privilege – as is the manufacturer’s responsibility to market their items in a fair manner – and we really do appreciate your interest in getting our family’s feedback.

Just my opinion, as always

Liz@thisfullhouse´s last blog post..Beware, Doofus Dog on Duty!!!

By: Jennifer James / Mom Bloggers Club

Jennifer James / Mom Bloggers Club — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 17:31:25 +0000

Just saw that you wrote this last week. Even more reason to listen to what you have to say. Thank you again for laying the issues out there for all of us! Jennifer James / Mom Bloggers Club´s last blog post..Peekaboo Products Nursing Cover Giveaway