I want to start a small business using a FB Page, but I have absolutely no idea about how to go about doing it. Since I joined SME, I seem to have acquired 15+ FRIENDS, more than I’ve ever had in an entire  lifetime, who want to be friends. What I really need is some friendly free information/advice on how to set up a commercial FB page, but what I seem to be getting is high-flying, big shots who want to make money out of selling me goods and services they own. Is this forum really about “lend a helping hand, connect with peers, and get help”? It seems to be more about swooping down on the uninitiated with dollar signs in their eyes. I welcome anyone to prove me wrong.

Thank you Kristy, Maybe, as you say, I should put out specific questions for specific answers. Many thanks!

@petero I think this has been a very helpful place (although I’m biased).  I know there are some who are here to sell but I think for the most part everyone is willing to lend a helping hand.  We had a post asking for help in building a Facebook Page for a charity and there were a number of people here who volunteered there time to help without any ask for money in this thread: http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/facebook/forum/topic/looking-for-assistance-in-building-charity-facebook-page/ 

I’ve seen a lot of amazing thought put into the questions posed here int eh Clubs that is basically free consulting for anyone who asks. 

@petero

Just wanted to jump in…I’ve found that the more specific people are in asking questions, the better responses they get. 

When you ask really broad questions is when you sometimes get people who will jump in who are more interested in selling then helping.

That’s in part because I really broad question takes a long time to answer. How to setup a Facebook page that attracts clients and builds my business…well, that’s a question that’s so deep that @mike-stelzner is dedicating the entire month of October to the Facebook Success Summit!

Many people who are naturally helpful might shy away from such a difficult question because answering it might take hours.

Ask, “what’s ONE thing I can do to generate more fans,” or “is there a video tutorial anyone can recommend about setting up custom tabs,” and I’m sure you’ll get great answers.

With that being said, this is more of a Facebook Networking Club question, so once I post this reply, I’m going to move it over there.

For any other questions that aren’t specifically about Facebook, or are about small business, please ask them here! And I’ll try and keep the vultures away.