Is it worth paying someone to collect customer testimonials?
40 people answered this on the record, across 15 organisations. more clients, leads or patients was the most commonly volunteered theme, appearing in 11 interviews. clearer systems and processes was another volunteered theme, appearing in 7 interviews. The timeframe described most often was over a year. These were open-ended interviews, so an unmentioned change should not be read as a result that did not happen.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-09-16. Updated as new interviews arrive.
Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.
Changes customers chose to talk about
Based on 40 open-ended customer interviews. These are themes people mentioned without being asked to rate every possible outcome. If someone did not mention a change, that does not mean it did not happen.
| Volunteered theme | Interview mentions |
|---|---|
| More clients | 11 |
| Better systems | 7 |
| Confidence | 7 |
| Team & hiring | 6 |
| Felt supported | 3 |
| Revenue growth | 3 |
- “Share One saves me time by taking minutiae off my plate and increases my customer satisfaction through a free gift at the end of my process.”Jaclyn Gruber
- “Share One saves me time by taking minutiae off my plate and increases my customer satisfaction through a free gift at the end of my process.”Jaclyn Gruber
- “And so, having gone through a capital raise company, a venture capital firm, and given this gift of their celebrating their website, they were able to share it directly with another partner that they have, which then…”Jaclyn Gruber
- “So since hiring Share One, we've been able to delegate this task that we see as instrumental to our business and building trust with our customers to a company that's professional, that's gonna get it done, but we're…”Nicholas Carl Bridges
How long it took them
- Over a year · 1
The interviews behind this answer
WatchDr. Diane Mueller Eliminates Testimonial Collection Burdens with Seamless Video ProductionDr. Diane Mueller used Share One to automate the collection of high-impact video testimonials for her businesses. By outsourcing the outreach and interview process, she eliminated the manual burden of following up with clients. Mueller reports the service is…Dr. Diamond Mueller · Share One
WatchAchieving a New Appreciation for Humanity Through In-Depth Neural Network MappingDorota Klimowicz, while reviewing Aboutly, reported a profound shift in her interpersonal interactions following an intensive weekend assessment. She achieved a more open and inviting personality, noting that the experience provided a new appreciation for hum…Dorota Klimowicz · Aboutly
WatchStandardizing Enterprise Sales Processes and Increasing Win Rates Through Rigorous QualificationWill Critchlow, CEO of SearchPilot, partnered with Miller Growth to transition from theoretical sales frameworks to operational consistency. By implementing rigorous qualification and disciplined call reviews, SearchPilot successfully standardized their enter…Will Critchlow · Miller Growth
WatchMark Allen Stabilized Subsidence and a Half-Inch Structural Crack in Half a DayMark Allen hired Geobear to resolve subsidence and a half-inch structural crack at his Weymouth home. Geobear delivered a non-disruptive solution that was completed in just half a day, significantly faster than the months Allen anticipated. The process was mo…Mr Mark J Allen · Geobear
WatchSixteen Years of Specialized Marketing Support for a Multi-Location Physical Therapy PracticeRick Rafael of Santa Monica reports that E-rehab.com has provided specialized marketing and website support for his three physical therapy locations for over 16 years. Rafael highlights their deep understanding of the PT business model, noting they successful…Rick Rafael · E-rehab.com
WatchCorporate Director Reduced Anxiety and Reclaimed Time for Personal Life GoalsJames Zayner, Director of Marketing, credits BrainJam and Spencer Burnett for helping him restructure his life through the Execute program. Zayner reported a significant reduction in anxiety and stress, losing 15 pounds, and reclaiming time to focus on family…James Zayner · BrainJam
WatchAchieved Holistic Life Vision and Confidence to Lead a Purposeful LifeRita Thomas found that The-New-Road's Breakthrough Vision Workshop delivered a complete life vision and the internal belief that she possesses everything needed to succeed. Beyond business tactics, Thomas experienced deep healing in her relationships with her…Rita Thomas · The-New-Road
WatchFirst-Time Homebuyers Navigate Complex Real Estate Process With Expert Guidance and SupportMary Escamilla and Freddie Jaramillo worked with The Bigelow Team to navigate the complex home-buying process. The team provided immediate property viewings, expert financial advice to protect their qualification, and ongoing post-closing support, including r…Mary & Freddie · The Bigelow Team
WatchFunctional Medicine Coach Achieves Significant Body Composition Changes and Stable Blood SugarShabd Sengi Khalsa, a functional medicine health coach, used BiotiQuest Sugar Shift to address low energy and fat deposits. After six months of consistent use, Shabd reported a considerable change in body composition, reduced inflammation, and stabilized bloo…Shabd · BiotiQuest
What they doubted first
- “Subsidence is historically an expensive thing to cure.”Mr Mark J Allen
- “The number one reason I almost didn't join the Breakthrough Vision Workshop is because I felt like I should be able to manage this by myself. I'm a smart person, very capable and if I could just figure it out on my own... so I almost didn't join.”Rita Thomas
- “Tyler Hall uses his dedicated rep to quickly determine if new projects are viable. By emailing his rep to ask 'what would this cost,' he receives the economic data needed to decide if a project makes sense from a shipping standpoint.”Tyler Hall
Follow-up questions they answered
- How much effort is required from the business owner to get testimonials?
- According to Dr. Diane Mueller, the process is incredibly simple. She only had to provide a list of names and emails and notify her clients that Share One would be reaching out, after which the team handled every step of the follow-up and production. — Dr. Diamond Mueller
- Is Share One worth the investment for a small business?
- Dr. Mueller states that Share One is one of the cheapest investments a person can make from a marketing standpoint. She believes the value provided in drawing out impactful details from clients far exceeds the price they charge. — Dr. Diamond Mueller
- Where can these video testimonials be used effectively?
- Dr. Mueller plans to use the videos on her website to build a 'wall of love,' in social media posts, and within email campaigns to provide social proof that backs up her marketing copy and calls to action. — Dr. Diamond Mueller
- How does Aboutly compare to standard psychological assessments?
- Dorota Klimowicz noted that while she had done short psychological assessments for jobs in the past, Aboutly was at a much higher level. She described the methodology as very in-depth, multi-angled, dynamic, and surprising. — Dorota Klimowicz
- Can Aboutly improve how I interact with people in daily life?
- Yes, Dorota Klimowicz reported seeing immediate changes in how she informed her engagements with people around the dinner table and during walks. She felt she adopted a more open and inviting personality, which she described as a 'new me'. — Dorota Klimowicz
- What is the primary takeaway from an Aboutly weekend?
- According to Dorota Klimowicz, the experience provides a new appreciation for people and their differences. She realized that these differences are gifts that can be utilized collectively to make things happen in an exciting and loving way. — Dorota Klimowicz