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dfye@mcttelecom.com
New Hampshire
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 Posted - 01/17/2008 : 01:59:26 AM
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As we all are aware, this concern arose due to one person's alleged misconduct in the forum. At this time, it would appear to be an isolated incident so numbering the amount of posts should not be enforced. Needless to say Jeremy, you definitely have the right idea about limiting the nature of the posts.
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jbelmont
California
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Posted - 01/16/2008 : 10:34:51 AM
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I have decided NOT to limit the number of posts. There will be no limits to quantity. The only limits will concern the nature of posts. If one person is provoking another person to the point where they complain to 123notary, then and only then will there be any sort of limitations, and the limitations would be to TYPES of posts, and generally not to quantity unless the quantity is found to be a huge problem.
Please don't slander others on our forum repeatedly even if what you are complaining about is true. Please handle dramas on your own avenues of communication. |
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radonotary
Florida
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Posted - 01/16/2008 : 09:48:55 AM
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I think it could be detrimental to limit the number of posts from a member.
It isn't the quantity of posts from a member that should count, it is the quality.
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By limiting the number of posts per person per week you're restricting your good members because of the misdeeds of one and could be difficult considering the number of threads in play per day here.... it's not an issue of limiting posts so much as it is controlling the type of behavior we saw over the last few days to a week.
You know Jeremy, you are the Moderator and Administrator. You were made aware of a temp. problem and you dealt with it. Personally I think the way you handled it was perfect.
I don't think you would need to do anything else, like limits. It may not even be necessary. |
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jbelmont
California
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Posted - 01/16/2008 : 08:36:12 AM
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You are correct. I will modify my new forum policy according to what you said. I could say that if someone is being a nuissance, and posting more than five posts a week, then I would reserve the right to intervene.
There always has to be a number though, because if someone posts one post per blue moon, how would that be a nuisance, its only a bother if it keeps happening again and again.
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Originally posted by beccafla
Jeremy,
It's not so much about numbers, but more about being a nuisance.
123Notary is YOUR business, Jeremy. Make decisions based on what is good for YOUR business and the patrons you serve. If 80% of your patrons say they are no longer going to do business with you because they find your place of business is no longer appealing, you need to make changes or prepare to lose business. It's just common sense. 
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jbelmont
California
3106 Posts |
Posted - 01/16/2008 : 08:33:48 AM
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I'll think about what you said. I would only take action if others were bothered. I am not sure about the ignore feature. This is a completely new drama to me. In the past, we had problems with spam, but not with this type of excessive posting. I think I will be able to control it without an ignore feature, but I'll look into it.
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Originally posted by LindaH
My .02
By limiting the number of posts per person per week you're restricting your good members because of the misdeeds of one and could be difficult considering the number of threads in play per day here.... it's not an issue of limiting posts so much as it is controlling the type of behavior we saw over the last few days to a week. When you have a manic-like posting like we saw, then it SHOULD be under your control to do something about it.
My husband is on a board regarding his favorite football team - they have an "ignore" feature there where you can block a person if you don't wish to read their posts....you can see that person posted but you can't read the post...might be something worth looking into to avoid future issues like we saw.
JMHO
Linda
www.notarydepot.com/notary/lindah
http://www.notary.net/websites/LindaHubbell
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jbelmont
California
3106 Posts |
Posted - 01/16/2008 : 08:32:00 AM
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The rule would be based on who I think the individual is. I would not allow aliases if an individual was causing any type of stir. They might be able to create new profiles, but once I caught up, and I would be looking for them, I would lock or eliminate the new profiles.
Another aspect of the rule would be that it would not be regarded as excessive unless members complained. If nobody is bothered, then there would not be a point in restricting someone. I am generally pro freedom unless there is a problem.
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Originally posted by vince
Ten would be a good maximum. That raises another question. How many aliases may a person have on 123Notary?
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LindaH
Florida
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Posted - 01/16/2008 : 06:15:10 AM
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My .02
By limiting the number of posts per person per week you're restricting your good members because of the misdeeds of one and could be difficult considering the number of threads in play per day here.... it's not an issue of limiting posts so much as it is controlling the type of behavior we saw over the last few days to a week. When you have a manic-like posting like we saw, then it SHOULD be under your control to do something about it.
My husband is on a board regarding his favorite football team - they have an "ignore" feature there where you can block a person if you don't wish to read their posts....you can see that person posted but you can't read the post...might be something worth looking into to avoid future issues like we saw.
JMHO
Linda
www.notarydepot.com/notary/lindah
http://www.notary.net/websites/LindaHubbell
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beccafla
Florida
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Posted - 01/16/2008 : 03:37:34 AM
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Jeremy,
It's not so much about numbers, but more about being a nuisance.
123Notary is YOUR business, Jeremy. Make decisions based on what is good for YOUR business and the patrons you serve. If 80% of your patrons say they are no longer going to do business with you because they find your place of business is no longer appealing, you need to make changes or prepare to lose business. It's just common sense.
Florida NSA Network - "Florida's Premier Notary Network"
Need a Mobile Closer in Florida? Ask me for a referral.
FloridaNSANetwork.com |
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Sylvia_FL
Florida
46 Posts |
Posted - 01/16/2008 : 03:25:02 AM
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Suppose you limit the maximum number of posts per person to 10 a week. What happens if more than 10 members have posted asking for help on notary work, and someone willing to help is restricted to only helping 10 of those members?
I think it could be detrimental to limit the number of posts from a member.
It isn't the quantity of posts from a member that should count, it is the quality. |
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vince
Kansas
324 Posts |
Posted - 01/16/2008 : 01:21:18 AM
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jbelmont
California
3106 Posts |
Posted - 01/15/2008 : 3:31:46 PM
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This post is not directed at any individual. But the topic has arisen regarding what can be regarded as excessive posting. Many people visit the forum every week or two and post a bunch of posts all in one visit. That seems normal. So, to create a definition of what is excessive posting, it should be based on a total amount of posts per week.
I am wondering what seems like a maximum number of posts per week that seems appropriate for one member to post. I thought that ten per week seemed like a reasonable maximum in general. Of course, someone might have a stream of consciousness on a particular week and post more than that. Everybody's opinions are welcome. |
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