I think one of the biggest problems is that this is a very specialized subject, and not one that many people will share their best information on (or, alternatively, one that only a few really have good information on). With such a narrow field of discussion, it's a bit difficult to get people really talking and asking questions.

In my case, I have limited experience regarding JV's...while I have had some small experiences, it's nothing to go crazy for. At the same time, I know that my limited experience is probably much more than the majority of people have had, so I feel like I can at least offer some help in the early going.

On the other hand, my knowledge in marketing overall is fairly high, and I've had plenty of success in a number of fields (affiliate marketing, my own products, network marketing).

I guess what I'm getting at is that, even though I don't have a great deal of knowledge in this specialized area of marketing, I can still bring other knowledge to the table to help people learn.

And anyone else can do the same, regardless of how new you might be. Your perspective and take on things is very much needed, even if you feel like you have nothing to offer. Just knowing your reaction to something can often help even the most experienced marketers learn something new. I regularly use my wife as a sounding board for ideas, sales copy...etc. She has no clue how to market anything, nor does she even have any idea of what she might be reading about...but she can tell me her emotional reactions, which is what I look for. I can watch her face to see when she doesn't care for something, or when she's confused by something...she knows nothing about marketing, but often tells me everything I need to know.

I hope more people get involved in the forum...I'd eventually like to get the voice chat really going as well because my fingers get tired after awhile!

Thanks for your participation Egidijus...I hope others follow suit!

Sincerely,

Chris