Ledzendrix1128 Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 (edited) So what exactly does a mod do? probably a stupid question. I mean... psh... i know what they do... its just some people... out there might not know... is it basically breaking up arguements and locking topics and just sorta of being the police of the forums? Edited November 11, 2005 by Ledzendrix1128 Link to comment
Scott Rosenberger Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 OK so we have three accepts now. No need to keep nominating someone once they accept Accepted nominations are: Thegarehanman Mattia Maiden69 Link to comment
Setch Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 I accept, *but*... I need to know if this is a 'here's the keys, go to work' type deal, or if there is a deal of training involved. I can't guarantee how long I'll be able to contribute for (new job on the cards, plus repair and building work) and I don't want anyone to invest time in training me to Mod, only to have that time wasted if I have to bail. I asked last time around, and didn't get an answer before the nominations ended. Link to comment
Kevan Posted November 11, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 Thanks for doing the update, Scott. I appreciate it. Being a moderator is a pretty simple job. I would say that "policing" is a harsh term. It's more like being a concierge. You help point the new folks in the proper direction, make sure posts are in the correct topic areas, edit out the inappropriate words, keep threads civil and on-topic, and make sure that the rules are adhered to. The moderators here work as a team and have access to every area, so if one person is unavailable for a few days/weeks, we have others to help out. It works quite well. There's not a lot of training involved. Most of the new functions they will see are self-explanatory, and only a few get regular use. There are no specific 'hours' that a moderator needs to put in. It's a "whenever you have time" position. Link to comment
!!METAL MATT!! Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 And Matt I'm in Korea, not Timbuktu! Korea,Timbuktu=FAR AWAY !!METAL MATT!! Link to comment
Setch Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 Thanks for the clarification, Kev. I accept Link to comment
Pr3Va1L Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 And I vote for Setch... Great builder and I don't remember seeing him in any arguments whatsoever. Link to comment
Guitarfrenzy Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 Unreal, I had no idea anyone would nominate me for moderator. I'm shocked!! I really appreciate it guys, and if you really think I would do a good job, then I accept. I don't want to become Mod if it means making enemies though, it's not worth it. I come here to talk about the hobby I love, guitar building, and how to build them better. From talking finishing with Drak to chatting with Thorn about his latest guitars.. It's just a fun forum. So it's up to you guys. If you guys have that much confidence in me doing a good job, I don't want to let you down by saying no. On the other hand though, I feel that everyone else, who was nominated, would make great Mods. In fact, I know that most of the members of PG could make good Mods, because we have some great members on this forum. I just feel privileged to be a member of this forum. Matt Vinson Link to comment
Southpa Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 (edited) All you need to know is how to handle people, not computers (to any great extent) or guitars. That means being able to interpret what they are saying the right way. So many misunderstandings happen where people take things the wrong way and react before thinking. So if you can stay on top of posts and "nip the negativity in the bud", ie. before anyone reacts, then you are doing a fine job. Edited November 11, 2005 by Southpa Link to comment
bluespresence Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 Accepted nominations are: Thegarehanman Mattia Maiden69 Setch GuitarFrenzy I vote for all 5! Link to comment
ibanez_crazy Posted November 12, 2005 Report Share Posted November 12, 2005 This is harder than the last GOTM!!! Link to comment
Jehle Posted November 15, 2005 Report Share Posted November 15, 2005 Accepted nominations are: Thegarehanman Mattia Maiden69 Setch GuitarFrenzy I vote for all 5! ← Come to think of it. Is there a reason to only nominate a few? Why not have more deputys on patrol? Link to comment
jmrentis Posted November 15, 2005 Report Share Posted November 15, 2005 What about you Jehle? Would like to be a mod? I would nominate you as you are always level headed and a great help to the community here. I think you would be another great person for the job. So I hereby knight I mean nominate Jehle. J Link to comment
bluespresence Posted November 15, 2005 Report Share Posted November 15, 2005 (edited) Accepted nominations are: Thegarehanman Mattia Maiden69 Setch GuitarFrenzy I vote for all 5! ← Come to think of it. Is there a reason to only nominate a few? Why not have more deputys on patrol? ← Nominations are open for as many get nominated Bill. I just put the accepted list up so the same names don't keep getting re-nominated. With that I think you would make a good mod. You have always had positive input on the site and if you're willing I would like to see you as a part of the mod team. Soooooo, I nominate Jehle the banana man if he is willing. Edited November 15, 2005 by bluespresence Link to comment
Devon Headen Posted November 15, 2005 Report Share Posted November 15, 2005 I think Jehle would be great, too. He could be the 'dancing banana mod'. Link to comment
Curtis P Posted November 16, 2005 Report Share Posted November 16, 2005 make that another vote for Jehle. If he declines, my vote goes to Matt Vinson Curtis Link to comment
Nitefly SA Posted November 16, 2005 Report Share Posted November 16, 2005 (edited) jehle or maiden 69 if jehle declines Edited November 16, 2005 by Nitefly SA Link to comment
TenderSurrender Posted November 16, 2005 Report Share Posted November 16, 2005 jehle or maiden 69 if jehle declines ← Maiden has already accepted But heres another vote for jehle, think he would be a good mod ~~ SA ~~ Link to comment
bluespresence Posted November 16, 2005 Report Share Posted November 16, 2005 (edited) Hellooooo Jehle! Well, hellooooo Jehle! We are all waiting here on PG for yooooooou!! and I even have a dancing llama!! Edited November 16, 2005 by bluespresence Link to comment
Guitarfrenzy Posted November 16, 2005 Report Share Posted November 16, 2005 I think Jehle would make a good Mod also.. Rockin' Banana Mod Link to comment
Guitarfrenzy Posted November 16, 2005 Report Share Posted November 16, 2005 Yes, and maybe we can now learn the newest dance craze. The Banana Slide... lol Link to comment
Gorecki Posted November 16, 2005 Report Share Posted November 16, 2005 With special guests, the dancing veggie's! Link to comment
thegarehanman Posted December 6, 2005 Report Share Posted December 6, 2005 ...so it's dec 5th. I'll just assume that the admin came to their senses and realized it'd be a grave mistake to give any of us anything resembling power. Link to comment
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