TheDarkMysteryMan 670 August 4, 2014 Share August 4, 2014 (edited) The big issue with requiring prior experience to get a particular position is that it perpetuates a chicken-and-egg problem. If everyone who can give you experience wants you to already have some, how do you get a foot in the door? If you have relevant experience, it's certainly good for us to know about - the "other comments" field in the application form is the perfect place to list it - but it's not a "weeding signal" if you don't have it. Even an inexperienced volunteer can be an excellent teammate if they're a cultural fit with an organization. I never said that you guys only go for people with moderator experiences over new users. I said that you guys are the few if not only forum site I seen that dosent put freinds and past experiences before an opportunity for someone to become a great mod. We did it back at KCMM and made a new member of the site a Blog Curator. A lot of the other Mods and even on one of the Admins question it, but we had some faith on him and turned him to a member. And he was good. Really good. He was probably one for best people to make blogs to have ever come to the site. What I was trying to stay was that recruiting new members can make a better impact than someone that has years of experience. Edited August 4, 2014 by TheDarkMysteryMan 1 Signature created by: Gone Airborne Imagine if you will being on your death bed – And standing around your bed – the ghosts of the ideas, the dreams, the abilities, the talents given to you by life. And that you for whatever reason, you never acted on those ideas, you never pursued that dream, you never used those talents, we never saw your leadership, you never used your voice, you never wrote that book. And there they are standing around your bed looking at you with large angry eyes saying "We came to you, and only you could have given us life! But now. We must die with you FOREVER! The question is – if you die today, what ideas, what dreams, what abilities, what talents, what gifts, would die with you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baltoist 303 August 4, 2014 Share August 4, 2014 @@baltoist, What makes you think you're not a good enough guy? At least apply, hey, who knows, you might get in. I did. My warn history stops me from being hired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightwing 12,973 August 4, 2014 Share August 4, 2014 I did. My warn history stops me from being hired. Trust me,letting some warning to judge your past,present,and future is stupid. I had a warning on the past,and I still tried to apply.You know why? Because I don't let that warning to control what will happen to me. Ok,yeah.You have warn points... And...? Just do the Apply,and try to do your best,and,whenever you're choosen or not,you'll feel better than if you didn't tried. ~~ Forum Rules - Forum FAQ - What do you think of me? ~~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baltoist 303 August 4, 2014 Share August 4, 2014 Trust me,letting some warning to judge your past,present,and future is stupid. I had a warning on the past,and I still tried to apply.You know why? Because I don't let that warning to control what will happen to me. Ok,yeah.You have warn points... And...? Just do the Apply,and try to do your best,and,whenever you're choosen or not,you'll feel better than if you didn't tried. I already tried to apply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashen Pathfinder 16,161 August 4, 2014 Share August 4, 2014 I filled out the application, so we'll see how it goes. In the end, we all want what it best for the forums and I'm sure who ever is picked will be a contributing member to the team that helps keep this place civil. 1 Pathfinder I Sojourner I Corsair | Zu'hra I Autumn | Scarlet Willow | Gypsy | Silverthorn | Crystal Whisper | Radiant Historia | And many other OCs~ Matching signatures with mah Bestie MOONLIGHT <3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Princess Pinny 6,099 August 4, 2014 Share August 4, 2014 I just applied..... hope I get in! copyright-Pin Point-2014 "All my friends, are my best friends."- Pin Point Thanks to DJSpacer for my avatar! Now a RisingChaos shipper My OC: http://mlpforums.com/page/roleplay-characters/_/pin-point-r7420 Ask me anything: http://mlpforums.com/topic/116218-ask-pinny-something/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift 4,272 August 4, 2014 Share August 4, 2014 @@baltoist, I have a short warning history, but it's still there, and I applied anyway. Do it, man. You might get in, who knows? Have the courage to think and act on your own. And have the courage to disobey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owldelicious 17 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 Applied! *Crosses Hooves* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavelColt 22,881 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 Fixed it for you. Are only the sane allowed to apply? We're not gonna last long if that's the case, what are there, a whole 4 AJ fantatic regulars on these days? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mane-iac 1,648 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 We're not gonna last long if that's the case, what are there, a whole 4 AJ fantatic regulars on these days? lol Oh you. There are probably 1 or 2 more than that. 1 WTB: Luna, Trixie dog tags & AJ blind bag | This fandom needs more Mane-iac! | AJ, Rarity, and Trixie trot into a bar. The Dreamcast didn't fail, we failed the Dreamcast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DND 2,355 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 (edited) One question- you're gonna be looking at my profile and judging it a bit, right? (For professional purposes, right?) I hope my horrible sense of humor and opinionated pony rants don't decrease my chances of moderation... *sweats nervously* Oh man- oh man- a moderator. A big rank and a big responsibility. I'd love too but I'm so shy and I'm not completely clean with my history here- *eep* but I'm going past that and giving myself a shot though. Maybe I'll be the art section mod, I dunno- anything can happen. Any section you'd put me with would be an honor. I've been active and apart of this community since '12 but I'm still not as super frequent for posting as tons of other members here that are just as senior as I am. I hope this doesn't account for how active I could be. Ugh- stop it- I can do this! Um, I could be something smaller for the staff though, if you think modding is too big a thing... Edited August 6, 2014 by IncognitoKiwoy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commander Bubbles 1,343 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 Sure thing! *looks at discipline history* Oh. 2 Gotta learn stuff through denial and error. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Frostflame 3,568 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 well I applied to this it will be nice being a moderator I have been trying to become one ever since I knew of there existence on this site doubt I will make the part but at least I tried Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zygen 6,066 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 I honestly think this is a good idea, I mean, the old process seemed to work I guess, but with all the members around now a days, to monitor everyone to the level that would be required to figure out if they're worthy of a staff position seems kinda like a lot of time ;p. Especially for people who are basically doing volunteer work. The way I see it, this just helps narrow down what the other admins (And mods?) have to look at when considering new staff. Which means less work for them in that area, and more work doing completing other tasks. Which means a better forums! I highly doubt this is going to mean that suddenly everyone who wants to be a mod is a mod or something like some may fear at first, i think this will work out well, maybe i'm just being blindly optimistic(I can be a bit overly optimistic at times just as much as I can be pessimistic.) but I think this is going to turn out great! As for myself, I think i've already said so before. but I don't think i'd want to be a moderator really, especially since I don't spend as much time on here, and I just don't feel like I'd really want to do it. So yeah, I'm not really interested myself in applying for anything atleast for now, but regardless this sounds like a welcome change, and I wish luck to all who apply! 3 Thanks to Gone Airbourne for the awesome sig! My Oc's, Ponysona, Bella Vocal Covers Blog, MLP Covers Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Cedar 1,408 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 Since I was apparently the victim of the previous policy of volunteers not being looked upon favourably for volunteering, I shall pass on this "opportunity", as I don't expect to be chosen in any case. Roleplaying OC: Red Cedar - Cast Character: Applejack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnipSnap 432 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 I applied! Ohhhhh lordy... 1 All credit goes to Kyoshi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yayayayayala 1,668 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 *shrieks loudly* I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS! I've actually wanted to find out what it takes to become a mod for a while, to see if I'd be up to the task. (And am I the only one who actually IRL saluted when I clicked the I Accept button? ) MLPForums, I am ready!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshower Raindrops 3,227 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 I'm glad to see the forum admins now make a volunteer system . I've always favored open systems of any sort compared to their closed counterparts. As for me I've applied simply to give back to this site for what it has done to me. Surprised no one posted a little guide to help people who want to be a Mod, so I'll do that for anyone interested. http://www.proboards.com/free-forum-articles/forum-building-tips-moderating 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XxConfusedUnicornxX 834 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 I doubt I'll be chosen. There's just so many people who would be a better choice. (No, I can't name any, don't ask) Sorry, Feld0. Can't save you from the ninjas. Don't worry. We can always back the new mods up! Please click on the egg to help hatch it otherwise it will die! Honey Dew: http://mlpforums.com/page/eqw-characters/_/unapproved/honey-dew-r204 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavelColt 22,881 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 Plot twist: There are no ninjas; SCS is lying, because they've been brainwashed by the returned Mailmare, who is the real culprit behind Feld0's (second) kidnapping. The ploy to send in moderator applications is a trap, designed to weed out those who's hearts are dedicated to the forums, so that Mailmare may corrupt them as well to do their metallic bidding. Soon an entire army of robot-controlled accounts will rise up and overthrow what little staff and member resistance is left, and the entire forums will once again fall into ceaseless organized chaos under Mailmare's reign, never to return from it. I mean, good luck everyone! There are times to stick to tradition, and times to try other methods out to see what may work. Past staff's decisions on what worked then do not dictate what will and won't work, now, with the staff's current team. So, here's to hoping this proccess truly does help in the long run. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XxConfusedUnicornxX 834 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 Plot twist: There are no ninjas; SCS is lying, because they've been brainwashed by the returned Mailmare, who is the real culprit behind Feld0's (second) kidnapping. The ploy to send in moderator applications is a trap, designed to weed out those who's hearts are dedicated to the forums, so that Mailmare may corrupt them as well to do their metallic bidding. Soon an entire army of robot-controlled accounts will rise up and overthrow what little staff and member resistance is left, and the entire forums will once again fall into ceaseless organized chaos under Mailmare's reign, never to return from it. I mean, good luck everyone! There are times to stick to tradition, and times to try other methods out to see what may work. Past staff's decisions on what worked then do not dictate what will and won't work, now, with the staff's current team. So, here's to hoping this proccess truly does help in the long run. MY WHOLE LIFE WAS A LIE! DD: 1 Please click on the egg to help hatch it otherwise it will die! Honey Dew: http://mlpforums.com/page/eqw-characters/_/unapproved/honey-dew-r204 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDarkMysteryMan 670 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 I mean, good luck everyone! There are times to stick to tradition, and times to try other methods out to see what may work. Past staff's decisions on what worked then do not dictate what will and won't work, now, with the staff's current team. So, here's to hoping this proccess truly does help in the long run. I can agree with you there. May the person who becomes mod be a great one. Signature created by: Gone Airborne Imagine if you will being on your death bed – And standing around your bed – the ghosts of the ideas, the dreams, the abilities, the talents given to you by life. And that you for whatever reason, you never acted on those ideas, you never pursued that dream, you never used those talents, we never saw your leadership, you never used your voice, you never wrote that book. And there they are standing around your bed looking at you with large angry eyes saying "We came to you, and only you could have given us life! But now. We must die with you FOREVER! The question is – if you die today, what ideas, what dreams, what abilities, what talents, what gifts, would die with you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow Diamond 7,569 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 Plot twist: There are no ninjas; SCS is lying, because they've been brainwashed by the returned Mailmare, who is the real culprit behind Feld0's (second) kidnapping. The ploy to send in moderator applications is a trap, designed to weed out those who's hearts are dedicated to the forums, so that Mailmare may corrupt them as well to do their metallic bidding. Soon an entire army of robot-controlled accounts will rise up and overthrow what little staff and member resistance is left, and the entire forums will once again fall into ceaseless organized chaos under Mailmare's reign, never to return from it. I mean, good luck everyone! There are times to stick to tradition, and times to try other methods out to see what may work. Past staff's decisions on what worked then do not dictate what will and won't work, now, with the staff's current team. So, here's to hoping this proccess truly does help in the long run. Actually, CD, you omitted one very critical fact: Otherwise, you're spot on, mate. Now let's get these kids to the local recruiting station pronto! 8 Domine, tu omnia nosti, tu scis quia amo te. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheeryFox 23,821 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 Since I was apparently the victim of the previous policy of volunteers not being looked upon favourably for volunteering, I shall pass on this "opportunity", as I don't expect to be chosen in any case. Yeah but...should you try, you really never know. It's not a total waste, just a few questions and things can change. Sōten ni zase...Hyōrinmaru! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XxConfusedUnicornxX 834 August 5, 2014 Share August 5, 2014 Actually, CD, you omitted one very critical fact: Otherwise, you're spot on, mate. Now let's get these kids to the local recruiting station pronto! Frozen is love, Frozen is life <3 3 Please click on the egg to help hatch it otherwise it will die! Honey Dew: http://mlpforums.com/page/eqw-characters/_/unapproved/honey-dew-r204 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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