GFY MODS: How to Run a Community/Forum - GoFuckYourself.com

Halcyon · 03-01-2006, 11:12 AM

What you thought there would be an answer in here?! Or some harsh words?

Nah, Just a comment from someone who spent his pre-adult web life as a Community Developer and spoke frequently at conferences on the subject. (see my chapter in Design For Community or google Jeffrey Zeldman's interview with me online)

Running a community is HARD. And is especially difficult in the "special" environment of GFY, where anarchy must find peace with civility. And rudeness must balance with libel.

I applaud the GFY mods for the efforts with this herculean task, and their success in balancing community needs, business needs, and a barrelful of EGO rich personalities.

Is it perfect? Hell no. But there is no such thing as a perfect parent, either. You do the best you can with what you got.

Babaganoosh · 03-01-2006, 11:15 AM

Pink noser.

StuartD · 03-01-2006, 11:15 AM

Very well said and I agree 100%.

You've got the brains as well as the looks. No wonder Tassy likes ya

gornyhuy · 03-01-2006, 11:16 AM

Well said...

But "pink noser" is hilarious.

Chio · 03-01-2006, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Babaganoosh

Pink noser.

Jace · 03-01-2006, 11:16 AM

I always try and do the best I can with what I don't have....it is more of a challenge that way

ForteCash · 03-01-2006, 11:17 AM

What a total

(J/K)

2HousePlague · 03-01-2006, 11:18 AM

"Make the rules absolute, and no one man need hold more authority than any other."

2hp

JFK · 03-01-2006, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Babaganoosh

Pink noser.

Manowar · 03-01-2006, 11:19 AM

looool pink nosers

MickeyG · 03-01-2006, 11:21 AM

wow there is alot of ass kissing going on here today.

Halcyon · 03-01-2006, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Babaganoosh

Pink noser.

HAHAHAHA!!!

I like that alot.

jimthefiend · 03-01-2006, 11:26 AM

You're so nice you make me sick you fucking hippy.

Halcyon · 03-01-2006, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2HousePlague

"Make the rules absolute, and no one man need hold more authority than any other."

2hp

This is an awesome guideline. And there are definitely examples when this rule would have been a griefsaver.

u-Bob · 03-01-2006, 11:35 AM

Disclaimer: this picture (i just hotlinked) in NO WAY reflects my opinion.

Halcyon · 03-01-2006, 11:52 AM

Since I did imply a suggestion in the title...

Upon thinking about it, the silence around Miss GFY is one area that remains a bleeding wound that saps the trust bond between members and the admin. It remains unresolved, so could easily be addressed and fixed.

It involved so many members of the community, and so much voting, that to have it revoked was a statement about the true value of member participation (unintentional or not). 2 cents.

jjjay · 03-01-2006, 11:55 AM

do you have a link to that interview? I'd like to read that...

RawAlex · 03-01-2006, 12:04 PM

... "and as long as you let me promote my pink stuff here, I will really love you".

No wait, nobody said that. At least not out loud.

Alex

Halcyon · 03-01-2006, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjjay

do you have a link to that interview? I'd like to read that...

it's oooold. I've known Jeffrey a long time.

http://www.zeldman.com/15/halcyonf.html

Penrod · 03-01-2006, 12:35 PM

13. What mark would you like to leave on the web?
I'd like to be known as the Christ of the web. I'd like "http://" to be replaced by "So Halcyon Says://" If that doesn't work out, I guess I'd just like to be known as a guy who took off his shirt all the time and talked about boners.

V_RocKs · 03-01-2006, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gornyhuy

Well said...

But "pink noser" is hilarious.

Going to have to 8th that one...

Halcyon · 03-01-2006, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Penrod

13. What mark would you like to leave on the web?
I'd like to be known as the Christ of the web. I'd like "http://" to be replaced by "So Halcyon Says://" If that doesn't work out, I guess I'd just like to be known as a guy who took off his shirt all the time and talked about boners.

ha! I seem to by right on track. ;)

Deej · 03-01-2006, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Penrod

13. What mark would you like to leave on the web?
I'd like to be known as the Christ of the web. I'd like "http://" to be replaced by "So Halcyon Says://" If that doesn't work out, I guess I'd just like to be known as a guy who took off his shirt all the time and talked about boners.

Funny quote

...

heh heh heh, he said boners, heh heh

Kevsh · 03-01-2006, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by u-Bob

Disclaimer: this picture (i just hotlinked) in NO WAY reflects my opinion.

Then why post it?

btw, Hal - agree with you 100%
Unfortunately there's too many egotistical and emotionally-immature members here who can't remain civilized ... the herd needs to be trimmed now and then.

u-Bob · 03-02-2006, 02:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevsh

Then why post it?

as a joke.

baddog · 03-02-2006, 02:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2HousePlague

"Make the rules absolute, and no one man need hold more authority than any other."

2hp

Communist.

$5 submissions · 03-02-2006, 04:41 AM

Very true, Hal. Very mature and well-reasoned position. IMHO.

tASSy · 03-02-2006, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by u-Bob

as a joke.

what's that?

HAPPYPEEKERS · 03-02-2006, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Halcyon

What you thought there would be an answer in here?! Or some harsh words?

Nah, Just a comment from someone who spent his pre-adult web life as a Community Developer and spoke frequently at conferences on the subject. (see my chapter in Design For Community or google Jeffrey Zeldman's interview with me online)

Running a community is HARD. And is especially difficult in the "special" environment of GFY, where anarchy must find peace with civility. And rudeness must balance with libel.

I applaud the GFY mods for the efforts with this herculean task, and their success in balancing community needs, business needs, and a barrelful of EGO rich personalities.

Is it perfect? Hell no. But there is no such thing as a perfect parent, either. You do the best you can with what you got.

Well Said!

Pete-KT · 03-02-2006, 12:13 PM

very true, i run a surfer forum and its way differnt

seeric · 03-02-2006, 12:17 PM

i am home bro. i'll be getting with you very shortly. catching up on about 1000 emails today and then its game on.

tony286 · 03-02-2006, 12:31 PM

good post Hal and people have no idea how lose this board is. I belong to pro video boards ,your real name has to be your nick, no talking off topic on the thread and on the whole board its a video editing board speak only video , no arguing,no foul language.

Halcyon · 03-02-2006, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tony404

good post Hal and people have no idea how lose this board is. I belong to pro video boards ,your real name has to be your nick, no talking off topic on the thread and on the whole board its a video editing board speak only video , no arguing,no foul language.

Maybe we should try that here. ;)

03-01-2006, 11:12 AM	#1
Halcyon Spread The Pink! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: TrampStampStudios.com Posts: 8,609	GFY MODS: How to Run a Community/Forum What you thought there would be an answer in here?! Or some harsh words? Nah, Just a comment from someone who spent his pre-adult web life as a Community Developer and spoke frequently at conferences on the subject. (see my chapter in Design For Community or google Jeffrey Zeldman's interview with me online) Running a community is HARD. And is especially difficult in the "special" environment of GFY, where anarchy must find peace with civility. And rudeness must balance with libel. I applaud the GFY mods for the efforts with this herculean task, and their success in balancing community needs, business needs, and a barrelful of EGO rich personalities. Is it perfect? Hell no. But there is no such thing as a perfect parent, either. You do the best you can with what you got. __________________ HAL on TEDx:

03-01-2006, 11:15 AM	#2
Babaganoosh ♥♥♥ Likes Hugs ♥♥♥ Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: /home Posts: 15,841	Pink noser. __________________ I like pie.

03-01-2006, 11:15 AM	#3
StuartD Sofa King Band Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Outside the box Posts: 29,903	Very well said and I agree 100%. You've got the brains as well as the looks. No wonder Tassy likes ya __________________ This is me on facebook This is me on twitter

03-01-2006, 11:16 AM	#4
gornyhuy Chafed. Join Date: May 2002 Location: Face Down in Pussy Posts: 18,041	Well said... But "pink noser" is hilarious. __________________ icq:159548293

03-01-2006, 11:17 AM	#7
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03-01-2006, 11:16 AM	#6
Jace FBOP Class Of 2013 Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: bumfuck, ky Posts: 35,562	I always try and do the best I can with what I don't have....it is more of a challenge that way

03-01-2006, 11:18 AM	#8
2HousePlague CURATOR Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: the attic Posts: 14,572	"Make the rules absolute, and no one man need hold more authority than any other." 2hp __________________ tada!

03-01-2006, 11:19 AM	#10
Manowar jellyfish Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 71,528	looool pink nosers

03-01-2006, 11:21 AM	#11
MickeyG Confirmed User Join Date: May 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 4,134	wow there is alot of ass kissing going on here today.

03-01-2006, 11:26 AM	#13
jimthefiend So Fucking Banned Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: icq: 121189 Posts: 18,889	You're so nice you make me sick you fucking hippy.

03-01-2006, 11:35 AM	#15
u-Bob there's no $$$ in porn Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: icq: 195./568.-230 (btw: not getting offline msgs) Posts: 33,063	Disclaimer: this picture (i just hotlinked) in NO WAY reflects my opinion.

03-01-2006, 11:52 AM	#16
Halcyon Spread The Pink! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: TrampStampStudios.com Posts: 8,609	Since I did imply a suggestion in the title... Upon thinking about it, the silence around Miss GFY is one area that remains a bleeding wound that saps the trust bond between members and the admin. It remains unresolved, so could easily be addressed and fixed. It involved so many members of the community, and so much voting, that to have it revoked was a statement about the true value of member participation (unintentional or not). 2 cents. __________________ HAL on TEDx:

03-01-2006, 11:55 AM	#17
jjjay Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 1,813	do you have a link to that interview? I'd like to read that...

03-01-2006, 12:04 PM	#18
RawAlex So Fucking Banned Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: In a house. Posts: 9,465	... "and as long as you let me promote my pink stuff here, I will really love you". No wait, nobody said that. At least not out loud. Alex

03-01-2006, 12:35 PM	#20
Penrod Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 3,578	13. What mark would you like to leave on the web? I'd like to be known as the Christ of the web. I'd like "http://" to be replaced by "So Halcyon Says://" If that doesn't work out, I guess I'd just like to be known as a guy who took off his shirt all the time and talked about boners.

03-02-2006, 04:41 AM	#27
$5 submissions I help you SUCCEED Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The Pearl of the Orient Seas Posts: 32,195	Very true, Hal. Very mature and well-reasoned position. IMHO. __________________ Need a NON-ADULT income stream? We build your YOUTUBE CHANNEL for only $20 per video! For Hire: $3/hour or $400 per month Marketing Specialist Virtual Assistants

03-02-2006, 12:13 PM	#30
Pete-KT Workin With The Devil Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: West Bloomfield, MI Posts: 51,532	very true, i run a surfer forum and its way differnt

03-02-2006, 12:17 PM	#31
seeric .......... Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: .......... Posts: 41,917	i am home bro. i'll be getting with you very shortly. catching up on about 1000 emails today and then its game on.

03-02-2006, 12:31 PM	#32
tony286 lurker Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: atlanta Posts: 57,021	good post Hal and people have no idea how lose this board is. I belong to pro video boards ,your real name has to be your nick, no talking off topic on the thread and on the whole board its a video editing board speak only video , no arguing,no foul language.