#BuildaBetterEden - Community Planning: 11.17.2011

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#BuildaBetterEden - Community Planning: 11.17.2011

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Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Kindred
Not just compile, but do the work. For example, the whole mentoring program could use a better fact/information page. Also as you've said to people repeatedly, the proofreading page needs updating. We have enough experienced people here to do ... more
I see what you're getting at. I'll talk to Gary about it and see if this is something you guys can do. I just don't feel comfortable making that decision on my own, even if I like the idea.
11/17/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Starkiller87
Speaking of I really like how the last few weeks the banners at the top show what meetings are going on. I think its a helpful reminder for people who dont read the calender. What a great update to the site.
I love the banners! Very helpful indeed.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
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Originally posted by Jul!a
I see what you're getting at. I'll talk to Gary about it and see if this is something you guys can do. I just don't feel comfortable making that decision on my own, even if I like the idea.
I just feel like we don't have much to do anymore as a group. We can only make so many suggestions and EF doesn't have the resources right now to do a lot of the things that I think would improve the community for newbies and veterans alike. So, why waste time meeting (although I love chatting with you guys ) when we could do some work, even if it's slow, at least it gets done.
11/17/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Kindred
I just feel like we don't have much to do anymore as a group. We can only make so many suggestions and EF doesn't have the resources right now to do a lot of the things that I think would improve the community for newbies and veterans alike. ... more
I think this could work out pretty good. The staff is busy enough, if we could help out with the leg work it surely would save them some time.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
Unfortunately I have to run and take a quick shower before the kids go to bed. I'll be back!
11/17/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Kindred
I just feel like we don't have much to do anymore as a group. We can only make so many suggestions and EF doesn't have the resources right now to do a lot of the things that I think would improve the community for newbies and veterans alike. ... more
I don't necessarily think the meetings are a waste. We could cut them back to once a month, but it still gives the whole community ample opportunity to have a spot they can bring up any issues they may have. I would hate to take away that opportunity entirely, even if the community doesn't take advantage of it.
11/17/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Jul!a
I don't necessarily think the meetings are a waste. We could cut them back to once a month, but it still gives the whole community ample opportunity to have a spot they can bring up any issues they may have. I would hate to take away that ... more
Agreed, nothing wrong with giving everyone the opportunity. I don't think most folks know it's here for them.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
Agreed, nothing wrong with giving everyone the opportunity. I don't think most folks know it's here for them.
Unfortunately, I think I have to agree with you on that.

Do you have any ideas how we could better make the community aware of these meetings? Short of sending personal messages to half the community?
11/17/2011
Contributor: Starkiller87 Starkiller87
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
Agreed, nothing wrong with giving everyone the opportunity. I don't think most folks know it's here for them.
I wonder if there is a way to make an email really describing what each meeting or club is about instead of a list of just when they are gonna be that week. Maybe people would read it??? Or they wont still.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Starkiller87 Starkiller87
I think a lot of people think you have to sign up to join in on a lot of meetings, like officially. I really dont think they know how some of them work.
11/17/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Jul!a
Unfortunately, I think I have to agree with you on that.

Do you have any ideas how we could better make the community aware of these meetings? Short of sending personal messages to half the community?
Maybe a thread? Something like "Did you know that you can help improve community?" or something like that. I am just not sure how good it will work.
11/17/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Starkiller87
I think a lot of people think you have to sign up to join in on a lot of meetings, like officially. I really dont think they know how some of them work.
This could be it too. Might be folks just don't care either. Kind scratching my head with this one.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Starkiller87
I think a lot of people think you have to sign up to join in on a lot of meetings, like officially. I really dont think they know how some of them work.
I have to wonder at some point, how much of it is us not spelling things out and how much is people not reading. I know the clubs can seem a bit like you have to sign up or something, but we've been trying really hard to make sure people know that everybody is welcome at every event.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Starkiller87 Starkiller87
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
This could be it too. Might be folks just don't care either. Kind scratching my head with this one.
I think it is sad but true what was said earlier since there are no prizes they just dont care. They should just love the community and want it to be the best so they should want to participate.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
Maybe a thread? Something like "Did you know that you can help improve community?" or something like that. I am just not sure how good it will work.
This poses the same problem as everything else, are people going to read it? It may be worth trying though, maybe as a sticky thread?
11/17/2011
Contributor: Starkiller87 Starkiller87
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Originally posted by Jul!a
This poses the same problem as everything else, are people going to read it? It may be worth trying though, maybe as a sticky thread?
I think if anything at least some may read it. There will always be one or two people who do read it and take information from it and who might actually be interested in participating. Which at the end of the day is better than no one.
11/17/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Jul!a
I have to wonder at some point, how much of it is us not spelling things out and how much is people not reading. I know the clubs can seem a bit like you have to sign up or something, but we've been trying really hard to make sure people know ... more
I could do a work shop on how to join in on the clubs and meetings. Would be the shortest work shop yet.

"Just show up and have fun" Thanks for coming. LOL!!!
11/17/2011
Contributor: Starkiller87 Starkiller87
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
I could do a work shop on how to join in on the clubs and meetings. Would be the shortest work shop yet.

"Just show up and have fun" Thanks for coming. LOL!!!
You could always explain about each club and meeting during it.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Starkiller87
I think if anything at least some may read it. There will always be one or two people who do read it and take information from it and who might actually be interested in participating. Which at the end of the day is better than no one.
This is true. I'll see about putting together a sticky post about the clubs tomorrow or early next week.

How specific do you guys think that post should be? How much detail would you include?
11/17/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
I could do a work shop on how to join in on the clubs and meetings. Would be the shortest work shop yet.

"Just show up and have fun" Thanks for coming. LOL!!!
LOL, but how do we get people to that too?? lol
11/17/2011
Contributor: Starkiller87 Starkiller87
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Originally posted by Jul!a
This is true. I'll see about putting together a sticky post about the clubs tomorrow or early next week.

How specific do you guys think that post should be? How much detail would you include?
Id include a summary, who hosts it. Maybe a few quick past topics. That anyone is welcome. Im not sure really.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
I'm back!
11/17/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Starkiller87
Id include a summary, who hosts it. Maybe a few quick past topics. That anyone is welcome. Im not sure really.
No those are all good points to make. Maybe also when the clubs meet too.
11/17/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Jul!a
This is true. I'll see about putting together a sticky post about the clubs tomorrow or early next week.

How specific do you guys think that post should be? How much detail would you include?
I would keep it pretty simple but still get the info out there. Seems like long winded post don't do that good.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Kindred
I'm back!
Wow, that was a quick shower! I'm horrible, mine take forever because I sit there and enjoy the hot running water.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
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Originally posted by Jul!a
This is true. I'll see about putting together a sticky post about the clubs tomorrow or early next week.

How specific do you guys think that post should be? How much detail would you include?
What if you have each club create their introductory thread and make it sticky only in the club folder?
11/17/2011
Contributor: Starkiller87 Starkiller87
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
I would keep it pretty simple but still get the info out there. Seems like long winded post don't do that good.
That is true as well. Maybe there needs to be sticky notes in just the club sections that give a run down of the club in that thread, so people can stumble upon it and know straight where to look to get more info instead of seeing a ton of threads that may not make sense to them.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
I would keep it pretty simple but still get the info out there. Seems like long winded post don't do that good.
So you're with Starkiller on summary, who hosts, when they meet, everybody is welcome, maybe past topics?
11/17/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
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Originally posted by Jul!a
Wow, that was a quick shower! I'm horrible, mine take forever because I sit there and enjoy the hot running water.
1. I'm a guy.
2. I have almost no hair. I'm dry before I step out of the shower.
11/17/2011
Contributor: Starkiller87 Starkiller87
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Originally posted by Kindred
1. I'm a guy.
2. I have almost no hair. I'm dry before I step out of the shower.
Thats my boyfriend, I hate showering too late at night with him because my hair doesnt dry fast and I dont want a wet pillow. His balding head drys in like .4 seconds.
11/17/2011