IMO the funny thing is people who enter a discussion and don't know how to discuss.

You can also gauge a response by the person saying it. Some people around the community have a good reputation for assisting people, not jamming "name brands" down their throats. Maybe a goal you should strive for...

BTW, no one cares what your personal opinion is. Stop mentioning how personal you take this, and maybe people will stop thinking you are overcompensating for pushing product. Their perception is their reality. They want to know what you can show, put your money where your mouth is so to speak.

I don't get the metaphor. You can lead a horse to water... but what? You can't make him shell out money for unproven products? Maybe sales isn't your calling