To be honest, Google reviews does not say much to most experienced online shoppers, who know that fake reviews, or reviews incentivized by "kickbacks" are rampant. I browsed through the Google Reviews of The Hour Glass, seems like almost all of them follow through a standard format of "I was served by (full name of staff). Excellent service.." etc.
Reference: https://www.reputationdefender.com/blog/...le-reviews
Going to Google Maps to leave Google reviews intentionally is in and of itself very uncommon (except for complaints or truly extraordinary service encountered) and likely to draw suspicion; let alone 1500+ reviews for a single store. Not alleging any wrongdoings or anything with absolute certainty, just offering an observer's perspective.
Peace. 2c.
(ex investor)
Reference: https://www.reputationdefender.com/blog/...le-reviews
Going to Google Maps to leave Google reviews intentionally is in and of itself very uncommon (except for complaints or truly extraordinary service encountered) and likely to draw suspicion; let alone 1500+ reviews for a single store. Not alleging any wrongdoings or anything with absolute certainty, just offering an observer's perspective.
Peace. 2c.
(ex investor)
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