Everyone,
It's definitely safe to say that this place needs a bit of an attitude face lift. Let's not deny this by sharing our own cynical thoughts about whether it's worth it or not. The fact of the matter is simple, this place could be better... So let's make it better! If action is never taken, things will just get worse and worse. What we need to do is set goals for this forum, and work towards them as a community.
Before we can do this we obviously need a very clear idea of what needs to be sorted out. If we can all reach a mutual understanding of the problems that face this forum, it will be a lot easier to solve them. Here's what I've been able to gather from the previous posts...
Problem One ::: ARROGANCE
Possible Solution ::: Perhaps a small reminder could be added underneath the Post Reply box, reminding users to leave their ego at the door. If that's to much to ask, those who feel strongly about the issue could post a respectful reminder in their signatures.
Problem Two ::: UNGRATEFULNESS (eg. DttDU)
Possible Solution ::: This is an issue that infects a few people. If we are able to pin-point these people, and respectfully bring it to their attention what the Theory 11 staff goes through to make this site happen, we might notice a difference.
Problem Three ::: LACK OF QUALITY POSTS
Possible Solution ::: The majority of Theory 11's customers tend to be younger, which sometimes leads to poor quality posts. If we are able to perhaps invite a few members who we know will spread the good quality bug, things may start to change. Another idea would be to have the Theory 11 Artists post in normal forum topics more often. Members will want to impress them so they'll increase their post quality.
That's all I have to say for know,
Peace.
It's definitely safe to say that this place needs a bit of an attitude face lift. Let's not deny this by sharing our own cynical thoughts about whether it's worth it or not. The fact of the matter is simple, this place could be better... So let's make it better! If action is never taken, things will just get worse and worse. What we need to do is set goals for this forum, and work towards them as a community.
Before we can do this we obviously need a very clear idea of what needs to be sorted out. If we can all reach a mutual understanding of the problems that face this forum, it will be a lot easier to solve them. Here's what I've been able to gather from the previous posts...
Problem One ::: ARROGANCE
Possible Solution ::: Perhaps a small reminder could be added underneath the Post Reply box, reminding users to leave their ego at the door. If that's to much to ask, those who feel strongly about the issue could post a respectful reminder in their signatures.
Problem Two ::: UNGRATEFULNESS (eg. DttDU)
Possible Solution ::: This is an issue that infects a few people. If we are able to pin-point these people, and respectfully bring it to their attention what the Theory 11 staff goes through to make this site happen, we might notice a difference.
Problem Three ::: LACK OF QUALITY POSTS
Possible Solution ::: The majority of Theory 11's customers tend to be younger, which sometimes leads to poor quality posts. If we are able to perhaps invite a few members who we know will spread the good quality bug, things may start to change. Another idea would be to have the Theory 11 Artists post in normal forum topics more often. Members will want to impress them so they'll increase their post quality.
That's all I have to say for know,
Peace.