Justin Lilly

So I just used tipjoy for the first time. A few thoughts.

I like that they allow me to pay people without first having to dole out my credit card. This encourages me to use the service without having to pull my card out each time. I think this could lead to more (compulsive) spending.

I don’t like that their “cash-out” system was down.

I like that they immediately followed me on twitter. It seems like a legitimate way to interact with customers when they link their twitter accounts.

I like that they didn’t require I input an email. I linked my twitter account using OAuth (which I also like), and they are willing to accept that as the primary method of contact.

I could definitely see this as being a service for small goals. “$0.25 every time you come late to a meeting” or something along those lines. Even for weightloss or similar things. $1 per pound per week to the person you’re competing with. Overall, I really like this service and could definitely see using it more.