Members Counterpoint Posted February 13, 2006 Members Share Posted February 13, 2006 Originally posted by Dave Bryce I've been a mod before... "I've been a mod beforeI've been a mod BEE-FOR-RRRRRRRThe hardest part is when you're in it!"(with apologies to Breathe) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members The Audacity Works Posted February 14, 2006 Members Share Posted February 14, 2006 I know how you feel, Dave. Once I started the day-gig, I just knew I couldn't be the smartass bastard of old. Sure, I'm faaar from Xxxxxx's official spokesman here, but still... The last thing I need is someone calling my boss and saying "Hey! Audacity told me to shave my mom's back! I'm never buying your products again!"It's also really difficult to correct misconceptions about the company I work for and the products they make, as this place tends to nurture flamewars against that sort of thing.What people fail to realize is that the MI industry is impossibly small-- Everyone knows everyone, and word spreads like wildfire. Hell, I've been guilty of badmouthing a public figure and had to publicly apologize here. It's easy to get carried away when enjoying (relative) anonymity.Actually, Dave, I stopped by the DSI booth at NAMM to say hi, but everyone was busy, and none of their badges were facing forward, so I didn't know which dude was you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members steadyb Posted February 14, 2006 Members Share Posted February 14, 2006 Originally posted by The Audacity Works Actually, Dave, I stopped by the DSI booth at NAMM to say hi, but everyone was busy, and none of their badges were facing forward, so I didn't know which dude was you. Dave was the one with the Philly cheesesteak and a water ice.Wait, maybe that was me (I did get a few moments to wander the show floor). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Geoff Grace Posted February 14, 2006 Members Share Posted February 14, 2006 Originally posted by Dave Bryce:I actually didn't even post that much in the football thread this season - I mostly just read it. And you've been missed, my friend.Dave, maybe it's time to revisit your mission statement and reevaluate your roles and goals. (Stephen Covey, anyone?)Best,Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Don Solaris Posted February 14, 2006 Members Share Posted February 14, 2006 Originally posted by Still Learning Hey db, you can always look at the bright side... just be glad you didn't go outquail hunting with Dick Cheney over the weekend!!! I didnt know he is capable of shooting things... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members analogaddict Posted February 14, 2006 Members Share Posted February 14, 2006 Don't these things always go up and down? My time and engagement on the forum(s) varies with my time and engagement in other issues. I try not to think about it too much. I imagine having to wade thtrough the cesspool of oj-posts and such can take the joy out of moderating a bit, perhaps not gettting such e-mails that are not directed at you could help. Myself, I read the Delay... sorry, Dalai Lama's books on happines. They help me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dave Bryce Posted February 14, 2006 Author Members Share Posted February 14, 2006 Originally posted by analogaddict I imagine having to wade thtrough the cesspool of oj-posts and such can take the joy out of moderating a bit, perhaps not gettting such e-mails that are not directed at you could help. No way to avoid it, I'm, afraid...apart from not having mod status, that is.We got something like 40 reported post emails yesterday alone. Yeesh. dB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members analogaddict Posted February 14, 2006 Members Share Posted February 14, 2006 Ouch... try the Lama! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Anderton Posted February 15, 2006 Members Share Posted February 15, 2006 > If that's the case, no one told me! The other MP mods brought our forums with us, and that's the difference. We were all brought over here to start interesting threads, converse with people, and oh yes, if there was an occasional problem, to deal with it. SSS has very few problems, ditto the other "imported" forums. I think the situation would be very different if you'd brought over the Keyboard Corner and left KSS the way it was. Even though the majority of the KSSers were happy to have you as a moderator, 100% of the KC people would have wanted you. Then again, maybe you're taking this all too seriously. We have other people to deal with the reported posts. I hardly even bother looking at them. If there's a problem with my forum, I know it -- don't need someone to tell me. Until we get official staff moderators for each forum, we've assumed the responsibility of dealing with other forums. But no one has really forced us to do that; we've taken it upon ourselves. I'm sure that the people overseeing HC would much rather see you drop those responsibilities than drop moderating the forum. So would I. Looking over the front page, there's a ton of great stuff here. Maybe it's time to bring up the idea of a second forum again. I pushed for it before, and I'll push for it again But whatever you decide, I hope you would continue to participate in the forum on some level. And if not, well, "asi es la vida," yes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dave Bryce Posted February 15, 2006 Author Members Share Posted February 15, 2006 Originally posted by Anderton > If that's the case, no one told me! The other MP mods brought our forums with us, and that's the difference. We were all brought over here to start interesting threads, converse with people, and oh yes, if there was an occasional problem, to deal with it. That would be part of the mod thing, yes...but if I'm understanding you correctly, are you saying that mods are not supposed to be authority figures?I would probably be inclined to say that both my statement and your statement are true. SSS has very few problems, ditto the other "imported" forums...except for the political forum, of course... I think the situation would be very different if you'd brought over the Keyboard Corner and left KSS the way it was. Even though the majority of the KSSers were happy to have you as a moderator, 100% of the KC people would have wanted you.100%? Hmmmm...I'm not sure it's me that's the issue, Craig - my inclination is that it's the HC vibe. Some people just don't get it.Me - I like the HC vibe...but I liked it better when I was just a plain ol' member. That's all I'm saying. Then again, maybe you're taking this all too seriously.Always possible. If there's a problem with my forum, I know it -- don't need someone to tell me. Until we get official staff moderators for each forum, we've assumed the responsibility of dealing with other forums. But no one has really forced us to do that; we've taken it upon ourselves. I'm sure that the people overseeing HC would much rather see you drop those responsibilities than drop moderating the forum. Understood and appreciated.So, why do we have to be bombarded with all of the reported post emails? I got 70 yesterday. 70! That's...a lot.I'm glad you don't have to read through them. Maybe the volume of posts on your forum permits you to read every post. The volume of posts on KSS does not permit me to do so, so I have to go through all of the reported posts to make sure that none of them are about KSS. whatever you decide, I hope you would continue to participate in the forum on some level. But of course - that's the point of all this! See thread title, figure A. dB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil O'Keefe Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 I'm glad you don't have to read through them. Maybe the volume of posts on your forum permits you to read every post. The volume of posts on KSS does not permit me to do so, so I have to go through all of the reported posts to make sure that none of them are about KSS.Well, since we've working on software upgrades, maybe that's a feature we should try to get - something that flags the forum it came from when we get the email notification on the reported post, instead of everything showing up as a "reported post on HC". That would allow us to determine, at a glance, if it's something that directly relates to our individual forums.I don't mind helping out with the site in general, but wading through 40 - 70 reported posts every day (and most of them are from other forums and not mine) takes time away from what I'd really prefer to be doing - interacting with people, having conversations about gear and music, giving advice when I can, reviewing stuff, asking questions when I need help, talking about what is coming out soon that looks interesting, etc.Being a "cop" is part of the moderator gig, but on many forums, it's a small part. And I honestly think HC's senior management / ownership was more interested in us for our independence, experience and knowledge, and less as having us as the "forum police". On some of the forums, I frankly wouldn't want the mod gig simply because "being a cop" would nearly be a full-time job. Frankly, I don't know how Lee has managed to retain her sanity. Brother Dave, what you do is what you do. I know I don't post much, but I've always dug how you handle your forums, and appreciate your considerable knowledge and expertise. I just wanted to toss that out there, because I think you need to know that "what you do" is greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dave Bryce Posted February 15, 2006 Author Members Share Posted February 15, 2006 Originally posted by Phil O'Keefe Frankly, I don't know how Lee has managed to retain her sanity. Maybe because you, me and Skunks have been helping her...? dB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dave Bryce Posted February 18, 2006 Author Members Share Posted February 18, 2006 So yeah...the more I think about it, the more I think I'd just rather be a regular ol' contributing member of KSS. Thanks for taking the time to give me your input on this...I really think it's what I need to do to feel as comfortable here as I used to. I appreciate you guys putting up with me doing the mod thing. I look forward to just being able to hang again... dB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mook Posted February 18, 2006 Members Share Posted February 18, 2006 Well done. The last thing we need in life is unnecessary baggage, especially if your hearts not really in it. So you didn't take the opportunity to up your post count before you parted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Crawling Wind Posted February 18, 2006 Members Share Posted February 18, 2006 I just checked the mod list - dB as moderator is KSS history now. I thought you did a great job as mod, but it must feel good to finalize and act on your decision, and move ahead. Thanks and cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members analogaddict Posted February 18, 2006 Members Share Posted February 18, 2006 So... when are we going to see dBrulez first post..? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Geoff Grace Posted February 19, 2006 Members Share Posted February 19, 2006 Dave, your term as moderator may be over; but your legacy lives on - and I'm not just talking about the avatars and extra smilies! Thanks for all your efforts on our behalf!Looking forward to hanging out with you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Birdienumnum Posted February 19, 2006 Members Share Posted February 19, 2006 Peace and good will to you, Dave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members nursers Posted February 19, 2006 Members Share Posted February 19, 2006 Ditto for sure :thu: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members gilbertopb Posted February 19, 2006 Members Share Posted February 19, 2006 Originally posted by Dave Bryce So yeah...the more I think about it, the more I think I'd just rather be a regular ol' contributing member of KSS. Thanks for taking the time to give me your input on this... (edited by myself)You are now on the wings of freedom!Be welcome back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members forceman Posted February 23, 2006 Members Share Posted February 23, 2006 Originally posted by Dave Bryce So yeah...the more I think about it, the more I think I'd just rather be a regular ol' contributing member of KSS. Thanks for taking the time to give me your input on this...I really think it's what I need to do to feel as comfortable here as I used to. I appreciate you guys putting up with me doing the mod thing. I look forward to just being able to hang again... dB Thanks for your contribution here, Dave--see U on the flipside.. Regards,-steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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