Lou MC Yelps a Lot

I drafted this blog since February. Most of UYE hosts disagreed with me on writing reviews on UYE, they rather write on the biz page. I recently noticed this new category "Unofficial Yelp Events" on biz page categories. I was so excited.  I'm happy that HQ is seeing the value of such event. This also distinguish from being Yelp Events, but wasn't hosted by CM. There are sources on the Event Terms of Service  explaining about UYE and the article explaining to biz owners.  Rules for UYE... Ooooh... In short, I used Q&A format to summarize the idea: Why do you need a UYE page? It's a good idea to leave your UYE experience outside of the official biz page. A separate UYE page allows your guests to post photos and feedback on a review. If you choose not to, just be mindful how you describe the occasion. What exactly is UYE? According to the Event Terms and Conditions, "members of the Elite Squad and the Yelp Community organize their own meet...

Orange is my trademark Benefit of writing a review on an UYE is that you can also write one on the business. Check out Austin J's review on UYE - 2B or Not 2B and Bombay Pizza Co . Looks like he did go back to the business after the UYE, but not the post date. As for UYE (Unofficial Yelp Event), there is no rule how to review it. But if you attended an Official Yelp Event (OYE) or Yelp Elite Event (YEE), your reviews must be posted on the specific YEE/OYE page, not on the biz page. Because the venue from the event is not open to general public. I captured an excerpt from our CM's email of 3/3/14 regarding writing reviews on any Yelp events: Important reminders regarding Yelp Events and reviews: Please remember that if you do choose to leave feedback for your CM and participating sponsors, do so in the event listing that is created for the Elite Event. DO NOT review the sponsors' official Yelp business pages until you go back for a legitimate customer experience ...