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Photo of Sarah M.
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9/1/2010 Sarah "The Diplomat" M. says:

I joined the site a couple months ago and, well, I only have 1 friend.  Despite sending out invitations to my entire e-mail address book nobody has taken me up on the offer to join and thus my friend count has remained the same.  How did you make your yelp friends? Do you actually know them personally? Did you enjoy their reviews or have reviews in common? Whats the etiquette here, do you just send random friend requests or do you introduce yourself first??!

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    9/1/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    It's not a popularity contest, so don't worry about it.  Most of the people on my friend's list are those that I have never met, but just enjoy reading their reviews.  When logged in I can see what new reviews my friends have posted, so I can have a scroll through there and know that they will be reviews I will find Useful, Funny, or Cool.  I thought the Friend concept on here was a bit strange at first, but now I don't mind it.  You are welcome to ask anyone to be your friend on Yelp.  I have met a bunch of the people on Yelp now by going to events like UYE's which are Unofficial Yelp Events.  This could be anything from a karaoke night to visiting a new restaurant and the events are planned by the Yelp members and all are welcome to attend.  We haven't had one in a bit, but they are a great way to meet fellow Yelpers and make friends in real life.  People I meet at these events I usually send a friend request to.  

    I hope you are enjoying Yelp, and welcome to the community.

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    9/1/2010 Reena "Maple me up" M. says:

    What Kat said!

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    9/1/2010 Barry "lefty" M. says:

    I went to a couple Yelp events before I even posted one review, so the people I'm friends with I've met in person and had at least one conversation with of some substance.

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    9/1/2010 Inga "Bombeck Wannabe" K. says:

    I have had a Yelper over to visit my farm and take photos of my llamas and it was fabulous!! I think that many folks on this site though are younger urbanites, so the social scene from Yelp is something I don't tend to partake in, but love the event photos and enjoying what free time might feel like vicariously.

    I will be your friend Sarah. But you have to promise to laugh at my terrible attempt at humour in my reviews. K?

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    9/2/2010 Christine "comma wrangler" R. says:

    Write lots of good reviews. Never underestimate the power of compliments. And that stuff everyone else said about coming out to events.

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    9/2/2010 Christine "comma wrangler" R. says:

    I was inspired to take a count of friends on my Yelp list who I've actually met. I've met 50 of them. Granted, one is my sister (who joined and never did anything), and a few more are no longer active, but  if I've met over 40 people through Yelp, I think that's pretty good. Nice people, good reviews. Pretty simple, really.

  7. Photo of Sarah M.
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    • 24 friends
    • 44 reviews
    9/2/2010 Sarah "The Diplomat" M. says:

    Awesome, I gained two new friends from this post! Thanks Kat and Inga + everyone else for the tips! I was just starting to feel like I was the only person on here with one friend, lol.

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    9/2/2010 from Yelp for iPhone Chaz "Chico" G. says:

    I only have 2 friends on my list but everyone is open to chat with you if you ask any questions and in my opinion the members on the site are quite friendly .

  9. 9/2/2010 Elliott W. says:

    A lot of people I know just use the friends list as a way to keep track of persons' whose opinions they particularly respect. If you are scouting a restaurant, yelp is set up such that the people you're following and your friends' reviews pop up first. Usually, over time, you'll get to know that person better too if you compliment them on reviews you found particularly well-written, useful, funny, and/or cool, and then they might actually become real friends!

    For example, there's this guy in LA who's my sushi guru. He's reviewed probably well over 50 sushi joints, and I found that our opinions on certain places are almost identical, so I friended and fanned him. Now we chat about sushi and stuff, discovering places, making recommendations... these are relationships you build over time: there's no rush! Welcome to yelp!

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    9/2/2010 Roanna "@Beandar Zee" Z. says:

    Ditto on what Kat said :-)  --Christine and Chaz as well.
    We do get to "know" one another on the Yelp site in a way, but meeting in person is definitely a bonus.
     
    I have invited many friends to join Yelp as well, and although there are a few who participate, many don't reach out or write many reviews. I guess it's just not for everyone.

    Inga, can we visit you and your Llama's too ? :-)  We promise to deliver something yummy of your choice from the city!

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    9/2/2010 Inga "Bombeck Wannabe" K. says:

    @ Roanna! How about a Yelp event in the country??? We had a wedding here last weekend with 50 people tents, chairs, catering.. the whole bit. We could have llama petting party while the foodies in the group could harvest the black walnuts from our big tree for that super gourmet recipe... and there are 7 major wineries within ten minutes of here.

    Hmmm....

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    9/2/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    @ Inga - that sounds awesome.  Yay llamas!

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    9/2/2010 Marc "Hole in the Wall" D. says:

    Sounds like an UYE in the making!

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    9/2/2010 Roanna "@Beandar Zee" Z. says:

    Holy cow! What a great idea. When can we do this?  (how soon can we do this.... Saturday??? - It's the big guy's Bday on Saturday.....  ( :-)   Harvesting Walnuts sounds great!  (-put him to work on his bday lol)
    Wineries? When is that not a great thing?

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    9/2/2010 Inga "Bombeck Wannabe" K. says:

    I am thinking that later in September would be good... the walnuts need to ripen yet and things stay pretty nice weather wise...

    So, who wants to help organize? I am thinking set up tastings at 3 wineries in the area, then back here for a picnic BYOB booze and chairs... I provide llamas and tunes.

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    9/2/2010 Christine "comma wrangler" R. says:

    Llamas + wine + picnic = I am so in!

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    9/2/2010 Roanna "@Beandar Zee" Z. says:

    Sounds great!
    How can I help?
    *What shall we call the event*?  I'm coming up with a lot of wacky names here... lol

    We can offer space for one or two in our car.

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    9/2/2010 Inga "Bombeck Wannabe" K. says:

    Ok... Roanna you are on for helping. I will PM you to talk details.

    What fun! I have no idea how to set up a UYE but I hope others will give me the skinny on how to get it going.

    As for names.... I can't wait to see what you come up with.

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    9/2/2010 Reena "Maple me up" M. says:

    oooh I'm so in for a uye on a farm!

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    9/10/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    How did I miss that Inga is throwing an UYE bash WITH llamas!? Sooo fun.... post the event because I'm in!

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    9/10/2010 Roanna "@Beandar Zee" Z. says:

    Sorry Jenni, just saw your post. I am awaiting details from Inga but looking forward to meeting her and her cute Llamas as well as visiting local wineries.
    Will be sure and forward you the event details when we get them up.

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    9/10/2010 Ching T. says:

    Christine "Camp Freedom" R. says:

    Write lots of good reviews. Never underestimate the power of compliments. And that stuff everyone else said about coming out to events.
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    I agree with Christine.

    When I first joined yelp, the first 25+ friends I had were people I know in real life that had yelp, albeit inactive, accounts.  Once I started writing reviews and complimenting others, the friend requests flooded in.  Also, I sent out friend requests to those who's reviews I enjoyed, writing style I enjoyed, or the fact that they ate in areas or types of cuisines I enjoyed and/or would like to explore.  

    Definitely, with the more events I attended and hosted, the more friend requests came along.  In the last 6 months or so, I haven't sent out any friend requests.  I just accept anyone who wants to be my friend now.  I'd definitely say that writing good and consistent honest reviews is the foundation for sure.

  23. 9/10/2010 Karin F. says:

    As I've only been to one Yelp event thus far, I haven't yet had a chance to get to know a lot of other Yelpers personally.  Although I have met several, but have only chatted at length and gotten to know a few.  There are a couple whom I PM with, and chat with outside of Yelp.  The ones I've gotten to know seem to generally be great people that I respect and whose conversation and ideas I very much enjoy :)

  24. 9/10/2010 Karin F. says:

    @Inga.  Llamas, black walnut orchard, a picnic?  If it's on a Friday or Saturday (my days off), count me in!  :)

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    9/10/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Roanna - yaaay thanks!

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    9/10/2010 Luisa D. says:

    I didn't really think about the friends aspect when I first joined.  Once in awhile I'd get added by someone and that was cool.  Recently I've been chatting more, like now, and have started make a few new friends.  A bunch of my flesh-and-blood friends recently joined yelp so we're all hooked up.  I like seeing the New Reviews sign flashing over their photos!  
    I also like meeting new people so yelp events are fun when I can make it.  The llama/walnuts/winery UYE sounds wonderful!
    Wanna be friends? :)

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    9/11/2010 Inga "Bombeck Wannabe" K. says:

    Hey Yelp friends...
    I am in Vegas for our tenth wedding anniversary this weekend... but the UYE planning is on my to do list when I get home and shake the bubbles out of my head....

    It will for sure be on a Saturday and when it is all figured out I will post it.

    Can't wait!!!

  28. 9/11/2010 Karin F. says:

    Sounds like so much fun...and Saturdays work great for me (except the 18th, as I have a team event from work that I've organized and must attend that day).

    I know that Inga & Roanna are already co-planning this UYE, but if the two of you need any help setting up for the event the day of, I'd be happy to come early and lend a hand too :)

    P.S. This was a great and unique UYE idea, Inga :)

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    9/11/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Happy anniversary Inga! Hope you have a lovely time in Vegas!

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    9/12/2010 Christine "comma wrangler" R. says:

    Happy anniversary Inga! I wanna do Vegas for my tenth too.

    About the friends thing, I like to "fan" a lot of people, too, because everyone enjoys having fans. It's like saying, I worship your awesomeness so hard, I can't even tell you.

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    9/12/2010 Luisa D. says:

    Oh Christine - I'm still not really aware of how the whole fan thing works.  I tried 'fan'ning a couple of people but I don't get how it makes them show up on my radar.  It's probably obvious and my old brain is a bit dull. :P  I'm going to 'fan' you right now!

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    9/12/2010 Christine "comma wrangler" R. says:

    Aw Luisa! It's kind of funny how Yelp sets it up, because if you want to be a fan, you have to click "follow" on their profile. Them, in your welcome screen, there's a tab for "Reviewers you're following." So you have "fans" but you "follow" people. Maybe it's because I'm a editor, but this inconsistency kinda bugs me...

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    9/12/2010 Luisa D. says:

    Ohhhhh!  Found the tab you mentioned.  Haha thanks.  It was kind of obvious. o_O

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    9/14/2010 Inga "Bombeck Wannabe" K. says:

    Hey all...
    I am back and Vegas has all my money....Boo Vegas.

    UYE planning underway.... Event will be posted as soon as I hear back from the other winery.... it will be Saturday September 25th starting in the afternoon.

    Did you know that on a weekend it is only 37 minutes to Aldergrove from downtown? A worthwhile trek for great local wine and a llama picnic.

    This will be a family friendly event FYI.

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    9/14/2010 Luisa D. says:

    Thanks for planning that Inga.  I'll be in Ottawa that weekend so I won't make it but if it's a success hopefully I'll get another chance.  Take care.

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    9/15/2010 Kat "with club sauce" S. says:

    Crap, I'm in Edmonton that weekend.

    Have a great time!

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    9/15/2010 Jenni "Yelp is Not a Singles Bar" B. says:

    Bollix... I have a friend in town that weekend. But I'm going to do my best to come for at least part of it! Llamas + vino = :D

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    9/15/2010 Reena "Maple me up" M. says:

    Oh no!!! That's my birthday celebration.... :( I'll be cooking all day.

    fudge... i really wanted to go to a farm. I guess I'll have to save that when i go to France.

  39. Photo of Julia V.
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    9/16/2010 Julia V. says:

    My first friends are actually people I've met, because I joined Yelp after discovering UYEs.  Since then it's been a mix of people I've met, people from Talk, and people who like my reviews.

    I never say no to a friend request, but I have dropped 2 people.  1 was a spammer and the other had a huge list of friends...all female...

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    9/17/2010 Inga "Bombeck Wannabe" K. says:

    UYE - For the Love of Wine and Llamas!!! EVENT POSTED:

    This will be a fun casual event where some of the most adventurous Yelpers will be!

    http://www.yelp.ca/eve...

  41. Photo of Julia V.
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    9/17/2010 Julia V. says:

    That sounds so cool, Inga!  Llama UYEs are rare indeed :)

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    9/17/2010 Ryan "Foodoofus" M. says:

    I know about 1/3rd personally, 1/3rd "acquaintance/ fairweather," 1/3rd "fan"/never met friend collector type

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