Does DPF need heavier moderation?
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Okay, let's start this off right.
I think we can all agree on one thing. The work that Cicada, TheJessta, and Bricklayer have done around here is completely under-appreciated. Not only creating a community for all of us in a pinch when it was needed, but making one that most of us in the community have enjoyed using for well over a year now. Most of us only see what they do out in the public with posts, cosmetic site changes, promotions/contests, and event coverage. But what they do behind closed doors could only be more admirable. (Ready to see how computer illiterate I am?) Writing code for the site, keeping things up to date, working on better spam filters, dealing with trade/sale disputes, dealing with disruptive posts, and who knows what else.
With about 700 active members, things can get pretty hectic. Our pin family, like a true family, is pretty darn dysfunctional. Deep down, I'm sure we all love each other. Okay, we all know that's bogus, because just like families in real life, there's sections of family that aren't on speaking terms, while other parts of the family do weekly dinners together. With this many people, and the types of trust, and experiences that we have to share with each other, it's expected that (yes) there will be a nice large serving of *drama* every now and then. It really speaks to each person as to how well they can deal with drama and pressure (this is not directed at any one, just a blanket statement), but sometimes people need to be reminded that too far, is too far.
That being said... I know we all lead terribly busy lives, and pin trading is not the only thing that we have to worry about (and if it is, you're a lucky person!). This doesn't exclude our current moderators as they get busy on their own with personal families, school, travels, and other time sucking monsters. (Don't you hate time sucking monsters? Like Facebook.... such a time sucking monster. I need to find a way just to block that thing off my computer. Woah. Tangent. Where'd that come from? Ooooh! Look! Shiny!) Apparently, I can attest myself that things get busy, and I don't have the time to stalk the boards as much as I want to. When things get hectic, I'll miss PMs, I won't see posts, I miss opportunities. And these things only get buried. I think I'm beating this point to death... next paragraph.
Any how: This all brings me to the point of this thread and poll. How do you feel about the current state of moderation on DPF (Disney Pin Forum?). Note: This poll, and the below comments should not reflect negatively on our current moderators. They do an OUTSTANDING job on what they've done so far, and only strive to keep us all happy. The creators of this site wanted to have an environment where people could express they're feelings, questions, concerns, and answers freely without having to worry about over-moderation, and disappearing posts. For years this was one of the biggest complaints about the community we used before this one. That it was too heavily moderated. Well, how do you feel that is working out for us? Please, vote in this poll, and share your comments if you feel inclined to do so. I'll see if I can make the polling private, so you can vote without fear of repercussion. Comments expressed in the thread and elsewhere belong solely to those expressing them, and are not shared by others.... or whatever that legal phrase is they use on the special features section of DVDs.
Poll Question: Does DPF need heavier moderation?
Poll Options:
1) No, I'm happy with the current state of moderation on DPF. The current number of moderators, and the involvement they have in threads/forums/disputes/chat room is great. I couldn't ask for a better forum, and no changes should be made.
2) No, I think there should be less moderation. The current amount of moderators and the amount of moderation displayed is too much for my taste. I want to post what I want when I want to. Anything goes, means anything goes. Power to the anonymous!
3) Yes, I think more moderators need to be added. I think the current moderators have their plates full, and need help! They're drowning! Please add more moderators so we can enjoy some peace around here.
4) Yes, I think the current moderators need to patrol with a heavier fist. The current number of moderators is ideal, but they should read the boards more thoroughly and levy bans on members more frequently, and more often.
5) This poll/thread is dumb. I'll tell you why in the comments. Self explanatory.
I think that wraps up my post. I hope I've been as partial as I can in this initial post. I will vote and post my personal opinions a little later in the thread once it's started taking on a life of it's own. I didn't want to persuade any votes initially.
In closing, please remember these last two things. A) This is feedback. It's not personal, and feedback can always be used to make things improve. Please don't make or take anything in this thread personally, and when proposing ideas, please do so thoughtfully and reasonably. Have a resolution already in mind. Every one here is still a human being and has feelings. B) This site is privately owned and operated. Any decision(s) can and will be left to the owners of this site. Their dime, their rules.
Edit: Okay, poll created. It is private, so your name and what you voted will NOT be displayed publicly. You can also choose more than one option if one doesn't fit your answer the best.
I think we can all agree on one thing. The work that Cicada, TheJessta, and Bricklayer have done around here is completely under-appreciated. Not only creating a community for all of us in a pinch when it was needed, but making one that most of us in the community have enjoyed using for well over a year now. Most of us only see what they do out in the public with posts, cosmetic site changes, promotions/contests, and event coverage. But what they do behind closed doors could only be more admirable. (Ready to see how computer illiterate I am?) Writing code for the site, keeping things up to date, working on better spam filters, dealing with trade/sale disputes, dealing with disruptive posts, and who knows what else.
With about 700 active members, things can get pretty hectic. Our pin family, like a true family, is pretty darn dysfunctional. Deep down, I'm sure we all love each other. Okay, we all know that's bogus, because just like families in real life, there's sections of family that aren't on speaking terms, while other parts of the family do weekly dinners together. With this many people, and the types of trust, and experiences that we have to share with each other, it's expected that (yes) there will be a nice large serving of *drama* every now and then. It really speaks to each person as to how well they can deal with drama and pressure (this is not directed at any one, just a blanket statement), but sometimes people need to be reminded that too far, is too far.
That being said... I know we all lead terribly busy lives, and pin trading is not the only thing that we have to worry about (and if it is, you're a lucky person!). This doesn't exclude our current moderators as they get busy on their own with personal families, school, travels, and other time sucking monsters. (Don't you hate time sucking monsters? Like Facebook.... such a time sucking monster. I need to find a way just to block that thing off my computer. Woah. Tangent. Where'd that come from? Ooooh! Look! Shiny!) Apparently, I can attest myself that things get busy, and I don't have the time to stalk the boards as much as I want to. When things get hectic, I'll miss PMs, I won't see posts, I miss opportunities. And these things only get buried. I think I'm beating this point to death... next paragraph.
Any how: This all brings me to the point of this thread and poll. How do you feel about the current state of moderation on DPF (Disney Pin Forum?). Note: This poll, and the below comments should not reflect negatively on our current moderators. They do an OUTSTANDING job on what they've done so far, and only strive to keep us all happy. The creators of this site wanted to have an environment where people could express they're feelings, questions, concerns, and answers freely without having to worry about over-moderation, and disappearing posts. For years this was one of the biggest complaints about the community we used before this one. That it was too heavily moderated. Well, how do you feel that is working out for us? Please, vote in this poll, and share your comments if you feel inclined to do so. I'll see if I can make the polling private, so you can vote without fear of repercussion. Comments expressed in the thread and elsewhere belong solely to those expressing them, and are not shared by others.... or whatever that legal phrase is they use on the special features section of DVDs.
Poll Question: Does DPF need heavier moderation?
Poll Options:
1) No, I'm happy with the current state of moderation on DPF. The current number of moderators, and the involvement they have in threads/forums/disputes/chat room is great. I couldn't ask for a better forum, and no changes should be made.
2) No, I think there should be less moderation. The current amount of moderators and the amount of moderation displayed is too much for my taste. I want to post what I want when I want to. Anything goes, means anything goes. Power to the anonymous!
3) Yes, I think more moderators need to be added. I think the current moderators have their plates full, and need help! They're drowning! Please add more moderators so we can enjoy some peace around here.
4) Yes, I think the current moderators need to patrol with a heavier fist. The current number of moderators is ideal, but they should read the boards more thoroughly and levy bans on members more frequently, and more often.
5) This poll/thread is dumb. I'll tell you why in the comments. Self explanatory.
I think that wraps up my post. I hope I've been as partial as I can in this initial post. I will vote and post my personal opinions a little later in the thread once it's started taking on a life of it's own. I didn't want to persuade any votes initially.
In closing, please remember these last two things. A) This is feedback. It's not personal, and feedback can always be used to make things improve. Please don't make or take anything in this thread personally, and when proposing ideas, please do so thoughtfully and reasonably. Have a resolution already in mind. Every one here is still a human being and has feelings. B) This site is privately owned and operated. Any decision(s) can and will be left to the owners of this site. Their dime, their rules.
Edit: Okay, poll created. It is private, so your name and what you voted will NOT be displayed publicly. You can also choose more than one option if one doesn't fit your answer the best.
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I've noticed a lot of good people dropping off lately because of the environment so it would be nice if something could be done about it.
