James6 Posted October 15, 2009 Report Share Posted October 15, 2009 Recently I've noticed quite a lot of new members, a few of which have received many -1's. It's great we're getting new members but the post quality shouldn't be compromised.Therefore I thought it'd be handy for a Tips for New Members topic, where anyone can post tips or advice they think would be handy for new members to know.A few of mine:- Before anything else, read all Guidelines and rules topics- Before posting, I recommend watching the forum for a few days at least and seeing how it works, where information is, to minimize the amount of new topics where the information is somewhere else.- The obvious check, and check again spelling and grammar, just make sure it makes sense!Some of yours ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake C Posted October 15, 2009 Report Share Posted October 15, 2009 new members should really look around the fourms abit befor making pointless topics!(James6 I dont think this is a pointless topic, sorry if it sounds like I was saying that,) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted October 15, 2009 Report Share Posted October 15, 2009 A great topic, thanks James. Please don't be put off if some members are a bit forward with you at times for doing something wrong. Everyone makes mistakes, and we might just give friendly reminders once in a while. We're all friendly, and want you to have an enjoyable time on these forums! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James6 Posted October 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2009 Agreed, on forums in particular, you can read something and in your mind hear it as quite aggressive. Everyone on this forum that I've spoken to, is absolutely great fun and brilliant to talk to and discuss what we're all here for, Thorpe Park, Chessington and Alton Towers ( The main ones ) Usually things aren't intended as they come across. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themeparkmad Posted October 15, 2009 Report Share Posted October 15, 2009 Even current members don't do this...Read your post before posting to ensure everything is correct.The two that I see the most are:1. Spelling mistakes.2. Lack of basic English. (For example: Capital Letters).I can understand the odd mistake, but some are just contantly making mistakes.Great topic James by the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AeRo Posted October 15, 2009 Report Share Posted October 15, 2009 I agree, great topic. I also agree that spelling, grammar and punctuation really does my head in. I know that I make occasional mistakes, especially when using the phone, but read what you have written. If it doesn't make sense to you, it won't make sense to anyone else.For all members, old and new, we should be like one big happy family. There's no need to pick on new members, nobody is better than anyone else ... except those with their names in lights! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted October 16, 2009 Report Share Posted October 16, 2009 Nice topic James,If you forget to proof read your post, and then realise that you have made some mistakes, edit it, I have noticed that some people do not edit their posts even after being told they have made an error, also don't double post, if you have a question or something you would like to post in the same topic and you were the last poster, edit your post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topsyturvy15 Posted October 16, 2009 Report Share Posted October 16, 2009 I have minus points but I have said some pointless things, the only thing I wish is that people give you plusses more so that you can make up for minuses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themeparkmad Posted October 16, 2009 Report Share Posted October 16, 2009 I have minus points but I have said some pointless things, the only thing I wish is that people give you plusses more so that you can make up for minusesPlusses and Minuses are given quite a bit I feel. I don't feel that it is just negatives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan9 Posted October 16, 2009 Report Share Posted October 16, 2009 I have minus points but I have said some pointless things, the only thing I wish is that people give you plusses more so that you can make up for minusesWell people will give you plusses if they like your post, if you consistently get minus's and it bugs you, have a think about the way you post and see if you can find any reasons as to why you might be minuses. (I'm not saying your posts are bad as I haven't noticed this, but if you've noticed you're getting minus's then maybe they could be improved)Personally I don't think the plusses and minuses things aren't something to be majorly worrying about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam P Posted October 16, 2009 Report Share Posted October 16, 2009 My tip is enjoy the time you spend on TPM you will meet and get to know some great people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossafc Posted October 16, 2009 Report Share Posted October 16, 2009 Great topic!I agree with what everyone else has said, follow the forum for a few days, and just make sure that you check what you have written before you post it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted October 16, 2009 Report Share Posted October 16, 2009 I think the plus/minus system is pointless. If you are getting a lot of minuses, it's nothing to worry about. I don't judge a person I don't know by the amount of minuses or plusses they have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James6 Posted October 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 17, 2009 Eventually the plus/minus thing will balance out. I started off with a few minus' but as others have said, it's nothing to worry about. I'd just think extra carefully when your posting.Another thing I've noticed though lately with all these new members is the amount of pointless new topics,New people's I recommend you really do search everywhere to see if a similar topic exists, and then ask yourself is it really 100% relevant, or are people going to find it interesting/fun to talk about.An idea I had recently is, too create a few more roles in the forum and have a couple of "Forum Manager" type roles, where 2 people especially knowledgeable about that particular park would get that role and can patrol that forum and make admins lives easier. Also new members could PM a Forum Manager about whether a topic is worth starting.So there could be 2 Forum Managers for Thorpe Park2 Forum Managers for Chessingtonand 2 Forum Managers for Alton TowersWhat do you guys think? I was pretty pleased with myself when I thought it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossafc Posted October 17, 2009 Report Share Posted October 17, 2009 I think that sounds like a good idea!It would stop pointless new topics being created Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted October 17, 2009 Report Share Posted October 17, 2009 I think that sounds like a good idea!It would stop pointless new topics being created The pointless topics get deleted if we feel they are pointless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Posted October 17, 2009 Report Share Posted October 17, 2009 Obviously the forum has to have some degree of moderation and a few house rules to keep everything in order, and I personally feel at the moment things are working. But obviously, what members think is just as important as what we do, if not more as its you who make's the forum what it is. So if anyone does have any suggestions / problems or concerns with how the forums are please do not hesitate to let me know in a PM / Email and I'll look into it for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phill Posted October 17, 2009 Report Share Posted October 17, 2009 Pro Tip: Don't be a n00b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lordcutter6 Posted October 17, 2009 Report Share Posted October 17, 2009 I personally think these advertising adds are a nuisence, thanks admins for jumping onto them and deleting them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickles Posted October 21, 2009 Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 My tips are no matter how unfriendly someone is be nice to them cause it will cause you less hassle.Don't attack anyone who critises(sp?) you.Most off all if you need any help contact a mod or admin or even an older member. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themeparkmad Posted November 23, 2009 Report Share Posted November 23, 2009 My tips are no matter how unfriendly someone is be nice to them cause it will cause you less hassle.Exactly!Most people that you feel are being unfriendly are actually usually just trying to help you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welsh Boy Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 One thing that I learnt when I joined, was that being polite is the best way to go on these forums. If you are nice to someone on here, then in return you and your opinion will be treated with respect. By the way, good thread James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electricBlll Posted December 24, 2010 Report Share Posted December 24, 2010 One thing to learn quickly is that you should keep away from 'certain' members... No matter how discriminatory that sounds it is a very important tip for new members! You don't want to be deemed "not worthy of being a member of Mania Hub" like I was! schneck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickles Posted December 24, 2010 Report Share Posted December 24, 2010 One thing to learn quickly is that you should keep away from 'certain' members... No matter how discriminatory that sounds it is a very important tip for new members! You don't want to be deemed "not worthy of being a member of Mania Hub" like I was! Yeah no matter how you worded that, offence was taken. Noted and have fun.My tip is not to use annoying colours that hurt other peoples eyes when posting, black is the new all colours =D StevenVig, deleted, Ricky and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electricBlll Posted December 24, 2010 Report Share Posted December 24, 2010 Noted and have fun? That sounds, erm, ominous.But, good point about the colours! I bet this colour cheapens my posts in some people's view. Bit of a habit of mine, I should stop. deleted 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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