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Lifemates Complaint - Beware: False Claim In Regards To The Quality Of Their Database
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MONTREAL -- I signed up for Lifemates to meet high profile individuals outside of my usual network in September 2008.
Without wanting to sound superficial, I am a very social individual with a high profile job, good looks and a great personality. I own a beautiful condo in one of the best part of the city, drive a nice car and I must say that I have no problem meeting people. I thought I could use some help because I kept meeting the same men in my social activities, most of them were not really available.
The Lifemates representative I met with twice assured me that the level of single men represented in the agency were matching my profile perfectly. I signed on thinking it could be a regular business deal where I would pay a high price and receive great service in return. Because of my professional background, I am used to quality service and to dealing with company who deliver on their claims.
I have never been more wrong than with Lifemates!
I had made clear before purchasing the services that I considered I had a lot to offer and that I was hoping to receive the right consideration. Right from the beginning, I told them that if they could not deliver the goods, I would prefer for them to be honest. They told me they would satisfy my needs.
WRONG AGAIN!
In November, I sent a request to cancel my subscription which had covered for more that the services I had received at that time. After 3 matches (one of them I never actually met because he kept postponing the meeting), I contacted [snip] who refused to cancel my subscription telling me that now that she was personally involved in a conversation with me, she would make sure my requirements were met.
WRONG ONCE MORE!
I was set on 3 more dates that were horrible. I will spare the details because the men that were introduced to me were such caricatures and should have never been introduced to me. Even an idiot can take a look at two photos (which they have access to and not us) and see the match will not work. I sent one more note to [snip] in May 2009 asking her if the company image was more important than profit. No response¦
3 weeks passed... no feedback...This is how serious they are about providing great service.
I am thinking that for all of you out there looking for help in finding love. Lifemates is not the right choice. The services are far from the level one can expect for the price paid.
Without wanting to sound superficial, I am a very social individual with a high profile job, good looks and a great personality. I own a beautiful condo in one of the best part of the city, drive a nice car and I must say that I have no problem meeting people. I thought I could use some help because I kept meeting the same men in my social activities, most of them were not really available.
The Lifemates representative I met with twice assured me that the level of single men represented in the agency were matching my profile perfectly. I signed on thinking it could be a regular business deal where I would pay a high price and receive great service in return. Because of my professional background, I am used to quality service and to dealing with company who deliver on their claims.
I have never been more wrong than with Lifemates!
I had made clear before purchasing the services that I considered I had a lot to offer and that I was hoping to receive the right consideration. Right from the beginning, I told them that if they could not deliver the goods, I would prefer for them to be honest. They told me they would satisfy my needs.
WRONG AGAIN!
In November, I sent a request to cancel my subscription which had covered for more that the services I had received at that time. After 3 matches (one of them I never actually met because he kept postponing the meeting), I contacted [snip] who refused to cancel my subscription telling me that now that she was personally involved in a conversation with me, she would make sure my requirements were met.
WRONG ONCE MORE!
I was set on 3 more dates that were horrible. I will spare the details because the men that were introduced to me were such caricatures and should have never been introduced to me. Even an idiot can take a look at two photos (which they have access to and not us) and see the match will not work. I sent one more note to [snip] in May 2009 asking her if the company image was more important than profit. No response¦
3 weeks passed... no feedback...This is how serious they are about providing great service.
I am thinking that for all of you out there looking for help in finding love. Lifemates is not the right choice. The services are far from the level one can expect for the price paid.
Comments:
Posted by Face to Face on 2009-05-21:
Well good luck finding a 'Lifemate'...
Posted by Alanaz on 2009-05-24:
What a nerve you have to bash the company after only giving it a small try. I am a member for three years now and have seen over and over the 'quality of their database'. They have many many singles on their list. I would not be surprised if they are the largest matchmaking service in Canada.
I like how you say they just match photos. Why don't you keep your skepticism to yourself instead of spreading your stench all over the web. I met all their matchmakers from the Vancouver office and a number of times, and trust me they do not randomly make matches. They seem to know more about my life then my older sister does.
Again, your review completely disgusts me.
I like how you say they just match photos. Why don't you keep your skepticism to yourself instead of spreading your stench all over the web. I met all their matchmakers from the Vancouver office and a number of times, and trust me they do not randomly make matches. They seem to know more about my life then my older sister does.
Again, your review completely disgusts me.
Posted by old fart on 2009-05-24:
Gee whiz... don't we have a sense of self-importance and entitlement...
I'd hate to be hooked up with someone like you who's so obsessed with her worth!
Good luck in your life lady.. you're gonna need it!
I'd hate to be hooked up with someone like you who's so obsessed with her worth!
Good luck in your life lady.. you're gonna need it!
Posted by Ponie on 2009-05-24:
OF, isn't this attitude the same as the little gal down the street has? You know the one--she has that cute pink spiked hairdo and the 12 (visible) body piercings.
Posted by knowitall2 on 2009-05-24:
Thanks for the post, MTL. What I find sad is that you tried to convey an experience with a company that you found not to your liking and had to endure all the negative responses. That's the way it goes around here sometimes. People are threatened when someone with high self-esteem speaks up.
There is absolutely nothing wrong with setting your sights high and also being a successful female. Mr. Right will come along in time--with or without this company's help. As always, just because this company has been successful for some, it doesn't seem to be the right one for you. Get involved in things you enjoy and forgot about looking. He will find you!
There is absolutely nothing wrong with setting your sights high and also being a successful female. Mr. Right will come along in time--with or without this company's help. As always, just because this company has been successful for some, it doesn't seem to be the right one for you. Get involved in things you enjoy and forgot about looking. He will find you!
Posted by justbcuz on 2009-05-24:
Best answer, kia. I always chuckle when men are threatened by a strong, independent woman.
Posted by knowitall2 on 2009-05-24:
Thanks, jbc :) It's sad it is still true in 2009.
Posted by BokiBean on 2009-05-24:
No offense, but if this lady thinks that judging a person by their photo is acceptable...I can see why she's still looking.
Posted by raven2002 on 2009-05-24:
Nothing wrong with self confidence. However, arrogance is quite unattractive.
Posted by C2O on 2009-05-24:
The perfect mate can't be at Lifemates, because I have never registered. Good luck on finding 2nd best. :)
Posted by littleyaya on 2009-05-24:
Personality can make a person ugly or beautiful. You may think you are attractive, but you're ugliness om the inside cancels out that outward beauty.
Posted by knowitall2 on 2009-05-24:
LOL. I enjoy how people are judging this person because of her complaint. little, please tell me you do not judge a person by their outward appearance first, lol. Fact of life. For instance, if I like a rugged guy, I am definitely not going to be attracted to a guy that looks like an accountant. Maybe if I talked to him for a while I would get to like him, but we all judge people outwardly first. I would definitely judge a picture the same way, as would most of us. This op obviously isn't desperate enough to date the first person that comes along and I call that having a good amount of self-esteem.
I really don't feel like her complaint depicts arrogance, but, hey, that's just me. I suppose we could say that about anyone when they find fault with a company.
C2O, put your pic on that site and see how many bites you get, LOL.
I really don't feel like her complaint depicts arrogance, but, hey, that's just me. I suppose we could say that about anyone when they find fault with a company.
C2O, put your pic on that site and see how many bites you get, LOL.
Posted by BokiBean on 2009-05-24:
No. I find her arrogance very unattractive. She's calling the matchmakers "idiots" and the men she was set up with "caricatures", and in the same review talking about finding "love" because she paid for it. Ugh.
Posted by jktshff1 on 2009-05-24:
I can pay for "love" on a street corner in any town I go in.
Posted by littleyaya on 2009-05-24:
Jkt, that kind of "love" can lead to a burning sensation when you pee
Posted by jktshff1 on 2009-05-24:
LMAO!
Posted by DebtorBasher on 2009-05-24:
There's a name for those who look for men for a high priced sevice.
"I must say that I have no problem meeting people"...then why do you have a problem meeting them outside your circle? You come across as someone who doesn't need anyone because you're all it yourself and that's most likely why you're having trouble being happy in Paradise. No one wants to be with someone who starts all of their sentences with, "I".
"I must say that I have no problem meeting people"...then why do you have a problem meeting them outside your circle? You come across as someone who doesn't need anyone because you're all it yourself and that's most likely why you're having trouble being happy in Paradise. No one wants to be with someone who starts all of their sentences with, "I".
Posted by DebtorBasher on 2009-05-24:
This reminds me of that stupid commerical..."Don't hate me because I'm beautiful"...LOL!
Anyway....I do hope you find what you're looking for out there...good luck to you.
Anyway....I do hope you find what you're looking for out there...good luck to you.
Posted by Slimjim on 2009-05-24:
I think the thing is, the social stature and some other factors the op was looking for had become hard to find for her. Notably because I'm not Canadian, but for other reassons as well. Lifemates heard her very specific wants and said they could deliver, no doubt at a high fee. Then she got set up on dates with those who didn't match what she specified and paid to be introduced to. It's a fair complaint if Lifemates took her money based on a promise they didn't deliver. Frankly I thing all dating services are nothing but a picture swapping service that cross their fingers and hope nature takes its course and delivers the product for them. From a business standpoint, i always played with starting one just for that reason. That and self-serve launderettes. Pretty much plug and go businesses.
Posted by C2O on 2009-05-24:
Actually I would Kia, but I'm the kind of boy that likes the kind of girl that like to fool around with the boys on the first date.
I know where to find 'em too. :)
I know where to find 'em too. :)
Posted by BokiBean on 2009-05-24:
"Frankly I thing all dating services are nothing but a picture swapping service that cross their fingers and hope nature takes its course and delivers the product for them."
I agree completely, Slim. To me, that's all they could be, because no one can explain chemistry and what makes people attract.
I agree completely, Slim. To me, that's all they could be, because no one can explain chemistry and what makes people attract.
Posted by littleyaya on 2009-05-24:
I've never dated the same type of guy. Every one of my boyfriends have been different. They have all looked different and have all had different personalities. I would never trust these dating sites.
Posted by MTL on 2009-05-25:
Thank you to those who understood the complaint is really about a company that claims to be able to deliver a specific service and fails to deliver up to the initial promise made. I was conviced to sign with Lifemates based on information which proved to be misleading.
I must say that I find very interesting and funny that the people juging me for my 'shallowness' are doing so without knowing who I am. If they even spent one hour with me, they would feel cheap to have come to such a quick verdict. Personal succes and assurance does not come from stepping over people's head. Generosity is at the core of the lives of all the very successful people I know...not that I need to justify myself.
I must say that I find very interesting and funny that the people juging me for my 'shallowness' are doing so without knowing who I am. If they even spent one hour with me, they would feel cheap to have come to such a quick verdict. Personal succes and assurance does not come from stepping over people's head. Generosity is at the core of the lives of all the very successful people I know...not that I need to justify myself.
Posted by justbcuz on 2009-05-25:
You nailed it, MTL, and no you don't need to justify yourself to anyone, least of all anyone here, LOL!
For some reason, anytime someone posts a review about a dating site, they take a pretty good beating. Not sure why, as we live in the 21st century now and people all over the world use the internet to meet and communicate with others.
For some reason, anytime someone posts a review about a dating site, they take a pretty good beating. Not sure why, as we live in the 21st century now and people all over the world use the internet to meet and communicate with others.
Posted by Ponie on 2009-05-25:
Right, Justbcuz, regarding your last comment. But instead of dishing out $$$, why not try one of the free sites out there? I don't doubt chances of something working out would be just as good, and at no cost.
I find the statement '...without knowing who I am.' interesting. I had a high school Philosophy instructor who once said: 'If someone says s/he's a nice person, once you get to know him/her--don't waste your time trying to get to know them.' I've pretty much stuck with that idea and it's served me well.
I find the statement '...without knowing who I am.' interesting. I had a high school Philosophy instructor who once said: 'If someone says s/he's a nice person, once you get to know him/her--don't waste your time trying to get to know them.' I've pretty much stuck with that idea and it's served me well.
Posted by BokiBean on 2009-05-25:
LOL Ponie. Its like those people who say they are direct and honest, not just jerks.
Posted by C2O on 2009-05-25:
Hi Ponie! Btw, I'm a first class SOB. What time will the burgers be ready? lmao!
Posted by Ponie on 2009-05-25:
Right, Boki.
C20, you wouldn't want to know the initials others have applied to me. Our hostess said the feed bucket would be put on around 5P, but her husband who fires up the charcoal said any time he's d*mned ready. I have such nice relatives/friends. I planned to be out of here by now to slurp some of the suds, but M3C is so interesting, it keeps pulling me back in. LOL
C20, you wouldn't want to know the initials others have applied to me. Our hostess said the feed bucket would be put on around 5P, but her husband who fires up the charcoal said any time he's d*mned ready. I have such nice relatives/friends. I planned to be out of here by now to slurp some of the suds, but M3C is so interesting, it keeps pulling me back in. LOL
Posted by C2O on 2009-05-25:
I hear ya Ponie! It is interesting, and strangely, I find I understand more here when I visit the site when I'm drunk.
Have fun!
Have fun!
Posted by single_London on 2011-01-06:
I totally know how you feel and I felt the same way on my second date. This guy was missing his 2 front teeth and had a tenth grade education...WTF?????????????
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