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Post by Deleted on Nov 6, 2019 11:44:09 GMT
Quite an accomplishment for sure. Everyone high five!
Without trying to be a buzzkill, I would caution though as this forum grows so do the challenges. It's easy to slap everyone on the back but as this forum becomes bigger, and it will, personalities and other challenges to keep it focused will become evident. It's up to all of us to help maintain the spirit of the forum and to help our moderators to keep it on track by positive and constructive content even when we are offering critical opinions. I am sure the moderators will continue to keep this forum welcoming and fun.
I'm looking forward to many good years to come!
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Post by laz57 on Nov 6, 2019 11:54:35 GMT
Well stated MARTY. We do have a great Forum with many great members. Stay positive and have fun.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 6, 2019 12:32:08 GMT
I predict we will have many more join us in the future.  |
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Post by rockymountaineer on Nov 6, 2019 15:20:40 GMT
All good points, Marty. However, I think the moderation style here is much, MUCH less "in your face" than in the land of disappearing content.  There is genuinely "good energy" here, and THIS is the place to be. You can feel it. And I wish the admins all the very best!!! |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 6, 2019 15:39:59 GMT
Happy 2 month Birthday!
Great moderators and camaraderie! I enjoy the fact we have great sponsors.
I believe if the mods keep doing the job they've done so far we shouldn't have any issues.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 6, 2019 16:01:01 GMT
All good points, Marty. However, I think the moderation style here is much, MUCH less "in your face" than in the land of disappearing content. There is genuinely "good energy" here, and THIS is the place to be. You can feel it. And I wish the admins all the very best!!! David While I refuse to comment on how other forums handle their moderation I do agree there is some very "good energy" and also wish the admins all the best. |
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Post by thebigcrabcake on Nov 6, 2019 17:10:57 GMT
All good points, Marty. However, I think the moderation style here is much, MUCH less "in your face" than in the land of disappearing content. There is genuinely "good energy" here, and THIS is the place to be. You can feel it. And I wish the admins all the very best!!! David While I refuse to comment on how other forums handle their moderation I do agree there is some very "good energy" and also wish the admins all the best. Marty, From your comments in this thread and a few prior similar threads, I get the sense that you really like the environment here on the OGF and that you are cautiously optimistic about the future. I think that’s very reasonable and something that a great many of us hope for. Believe me when I say: You are heard. There is a lot of behind the scenes work going on with your goal in mind. While the OGF encourages Membership, it isn’t driven by roster size. We have at this moment, all the Members we need for a viable forum. For that reason, we are able to evaluate new Member applications and apply Moderation techniques that keep the Forum within its design to support positive collegial dialogue. Everything about OGF management is focused inward with an eye towards Forum self-improvement. When we look at the periodic metrics of the forum we compare the OGF performance against prior OGF performance and nothing else. Other Moderation styles and formats are not part of the conversation. We are only interested to see whether we are continuing to serve our Members consistent with our mission statement. We honestly aren’t taking other Forums into account. There’s really no need. We are the O-Gauge Forum, we’re not something else. So far, the Forum is outperforming our most positive projections. We’re proud of what our 140 Members are building here on the OGF. We’re doing great! Now we must challenge ourselves to be even better. Emile |
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Post by JDaddy on Nov 6, 2019 17:19:50 GMT
I think I am going to miss the grab your popcorn arguments... it was quite entertaining, but what will be key is getting information on new product and how to root cause next steps in getting items fixed before the thread was deleted or locked down... it was just a joke. Looking forward to the positive contribution here.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 6, 2019 18:59:29 GMT
David While I refuse to comment on how other forums handle their moderation I do agree there is some very "good energy" and also wish the admins all the best. Marty, Other Moderation styles and formats are not part of the conversation. We are only interested to see whether we are continuing to serve our Members consistent with our mission statement. We honestly aren’t taking other Forums into account. There’s really no need. We are the O-Gauge Forum, we’re not something else. So far, the Forum is outperforming our most positive projections. We’re proud of what our 140 Members are building here on the OGF. We’re doing great! Now we must challenge ourselves to be even better. Emile Emile That is a great way to view this forum. It should and does stand on its own. I always tend to find things I like about all forums I participate in or I wouldn't be a member of them. There is a lot to like about OGF and I have yet to find anything I don't like. You guys have made a good home here and I am happy to be a part of it. |
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Post by ptc on Nov 7, 2019 15:06:16 GMT
"You guys have made a good home here and I am happy to be a part of it."
Marty, we are so happy to have you as part of the OGF and our goals and mission statement are totally in concert with what you expect from an O-Gauge forum. I consider you to be one of the pillars of our hobby and your membership and activity on the OGF is very much appreciated.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 7, 2019 16:09:52 GMT
"This forum thrives on Community, not train facts. The train facts are just the common interest that brings everyone together in the first place. This Community is why the OGF was born by those of us who have a passionate interest in all things O-Gauge, but equally as important is the very valuable friends we meet along the tracks.”
This is the most important part of the Mission Statement. It opens the door to what all of us want, a way for good natured friends to share their friendships and skills in the O Gauge hobby. 15 individuals collectively signed on to secure that goal and now we have 140+. Time will pass, but if we remember this framework, new members will rise to take over the future with the same vision. The O-Gauge Forum will endure!
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There is genuinely "good energy" here, and THIS is the place to be. You can feel it. And I wish the admins all the very best!!! 
