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Feedback Hack: Open Review Channel by Reviews UP

Paul Gosselin Season 1 Episode 5

Open Review Channel

Episode #5

Why you need an open review channel – Not just Google, Yelp or Facebook! Why establishing low friction avenues for feedback fosters more engagement and valuable insight.

TRANSCRIPT:

Jason:
Hey everyone — welcome back to The Feedback Hack. I’m Jason.


Paul:
And I’m Paul. Today we’re talking about something every business needs to think about — giving people more than just Google as a place to leave reviews.


Jason:
Yeah — we all know Google reviews are important. But here’s the thing — not everybody has a Google account. And some people just aren’t comfortable leaving a review there.


Paul:
Exactly. That’s why smart businesses are setting up an open review channel — a space where anyone can leave feedback, no login required.


Jason:
It makes it way more inclusive. No hoops. No friction. Just a clean, easy page where people can share their experience.


Paul:
And the bonus? If you work with a good review partner — they’ll help you manage that page, collect those reviews, and even stream them back to your website for social proof.


Jason:
Right — because not every review needs to live on Google to have value. Reviews on your own open platform still build trust. They still tell your story.


Paul:
And let’s be real — when people see a business that’s willing to collect all feedback, not just cherry-picked stuff on one platform — that says a lot about your transparency.


Jason:
Absolutely. It’s about meeting people where they are — not forcing them through one narrow path.


Paul:
So here’s the hack: Partner with a platform that gives you an open review channel. Let people share their voice easily. Build trust everywhere — not just on Google.

This episode of the Feedback Hack podcast, produced by Reviews UP, where we discuss and help your business drive customer reviews, respond to feedback and promote your reputation.

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