Comments on: Shaving Inspiration from Queer Eye

By: Gabriella Donivan

Gabriella Donivan — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 18:00:32 +0000

Just for a little contrast, I want to say two things: one: I am so glad I don’t have to shave my face (yet) but at least I will have a thorough reference point for when I do… and two: I have always loved the Dummie’s series… really brilliant branding… no matter what the topic, we know what to expect… GOOD EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS IN AN EASY TO UNDERSTAND WAY. I also have a growing appreciation for the word ignorant. It seems to be so misunderstood, in a very negative judgmental way… that I like saying to people in authority (that are being a total pain in the arse) “I am totally ignorant about that… can you please educate me?” Talk about an about face in their attitude… suddenly they become a patient, non-judgmental, giving educator… like the dummie books…. ;) PS I also really like “internet marketing for Smart beginners”… my ego immediately tells me to raise my hand and say…”Oh… that’s ME!” ;)

By: Gabriella Donivan

Gabriella Donivan — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:57:26 +0000

Just for a little contrast, I want to say two things: one: I am so glad I don’t have to shave my face (yet) but at least I will have a thorough reference point for when I do… and two: I have always loved the Dummie’s series… really brilliant branding… no matter what the topic, we know what to expect… GOOD EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS IN AN EASY TO UNDERSTAND WAY. I also have a growing appreciation for the word ignorant. It seems to be so misunderstood, in a very negative judgmental way… that I like saying to people in authority (that are being a total pain in the arse) “I am totally ignorant about that… can you please educate me?” Talk about an about face in their attitude… suddenly they become a patient, giving educator… kinda like most of the dummie books…. I love it! ;)

By: Howie Jacobson

Howie Jacobson — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 21:49:12 +0000

Larry – intention coupled with proper technique and appropriate timing is indeed the magic formula.

As for the DUMMIES word, it’s clearly a split test winner. The company rebranded the For Dummies line as “Hungry Minds” for a while – ever heard of them? :)

By the way, I’m also co-creator of “Internet Marketing For Smart Beginners” – which has a different kind of nice ring to it.

By: Larry

Larry — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 21:40:20 +0000

Howie.. Enjoyed your “Dummies” book a lot. It still irks me to buy books that demean the purchaser by calling him/her a DUMMY. Yes, I understand the concept, but it seems there really ought to be a better word. Your shaving example is a great lead-in to the power of your lesson. Intention makes all the difference in EVERYTHING. I might accidentally do something nice for someone, but that same act gains much more power when it is preceded by the intention to do good.

BTW – I’ve experimented with various shaving substances – even olive oil, baby oil, and sesame oil. They work fairly well – and are excellent in a pinch. I’d guess that practically any fine oil – even butter – would work well enough to get a close shave without doing bloody damage. Yet, there is a shaving oil that does an outstanding job. Use the search feature on my website and look for “shave oil”. I use it and I have a large surface to clear.

By: Sid

Sid — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 13:33:13 +0000

Just a practical note here: Easier, cheaper, and better than any lather is a few dabs of Johnson & Johnson baby shampoo over water. Don’t work-up a heavy lather. Because this is transparent, you can see what you are doing. If you think you need thick lather you have been trained incorrectly. There’s no need for fancy after-products, if you need something for dry skin use glycerine, which is super kind to your face – it’s cheap too. Regards, Sid

By: mantic59

mantic59 — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 02:49:08 +0000

Howie- Glad you like the videos! I also have a blog at mantic59.blogspot.com with more helpful resources.

By: Howie Jacobson

Howie Jacobson — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:28:16 +0000

Yes, but Christian, you’re a fair-haired guy! I look like Rasputin after about 36 hours away from the blade. (And I can plane wood with my cheeks.)

By: Christian Mickelsen

Christian Mickelsen — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:25:03 +0000

How fun & true. FYI: I only shave 2 times a week (sometimes less).

By: Howie Jacobson

Howie Jacobson — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 19:58:15 +0000

Alex, my wife doesn’t agree with you. So while I may have extra time, I probably won’t enjoy it all that much… ;)

By: Alex Newell

Alex Newell — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 19:55:50 +0000

Forget shaving Howie – you’ll have more time to enjoy and make more money with Adwords

:-)