_____Everyone has something to talk about. What we talk about is facts and attitudes.
_____Discussions must be topical, and hot topics are naturally the most "promising". Not long after, the webmaster released a "notice" about the "outstanding moderators" in the last month of the year before last. Note: It is not a "list", because no moderator was "honored" this time, but was politely "warned" by the webmaster. (Inserting Xiaoji's personal thoughts after reading the post, just for a smile: Webmaster, you are not able to get the smartphone you promised, are you? This "unsatisfactory" move is very good.) It is inappropriate to overplay the complaints here. There are many perspectives on things. What do gay friends think?
_____ What exactly does it mean to have "contributed" and "achieved certain results" to the edition area? What should this "standard" be?
Excellent member reply: Qian (ID: 36636)
(Because Qian's reply is too detailed, I will not copy it here. Xiaoji will summarize it. Qian means: To evaluate the contribution of a moderator is to see whether he can get along with members, and whether he has done his job well and played a role in maintaining the forum.)
Karl (ID: 2647)
Karl Said: "If you don't have resources, just have some resources. Moderators are not only responsible for management, but also responsible for posting and sharing their own resources. The forum is all about resources."
(Xiaoji personally only agrees with half of it, I don't know what my friends think. But the views expressed by Karl are indeed representative.)
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"Weekly Topic" one-time topic: Regarding the moderators of 7723, what do you think should be done to make a "contribution"?
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The topic has two sides, and I hope my friends can see them. One is from the perspective of a 'moderator,' and the other is from the perspective of an 'ordinary member.' In short, this topic is certainly of concern to everyone. If you have opinions, speak up; just being so-called 'visitors' is too inconsiderate.
Although I know the situation in my heart, I want to see if anyone is discussing this topic. @11, come out and share your thoughts on just becoming a moderator (applause)
Xiao Ji said: Speaking of 'contribution,' we really have to say that there has never been a concrete concept of it on 7723. Posting every day to make your presence known, getting familiar faces, casually 'bumping threads or replies' when you have nothing to do—does my 'actions' at least give 7723 some 'vitality'? Does that count? Or is it more about consistently checking in every day and showing up when needed? Maybe the standard set by the site admin and the 'standard' that everyone on the forum considers are the same—that is, there is no standard. Because it's just a feeling in the heart, and even if you think it in your heart, you can change it verbally; the 'contribution' resulting from this makes many people feel somewhat 'ungraspable.' This is probably why there's an increasing need to establish clear 'regulations' or 'rules.' As a moderator, the things you do openly are visible to many and can be counted, but the things you do behind the scenes are always trivial and complicated. Every day you need to handle some matters, and there are occasional messages asking for help. As a moderator, sometimes you also feel confused: how exactly can one get recognition? How much can my actions contribute to 7723? Without a reference, there's only one way—to figure it out for yourself.
Uh, hello to all the veteran moderators... Is the site owner really going to handle it with a smartphone? It seems extraordinary... I just became a moderator, and these past few days I've been preparing to make some adjustments. I think the existence of a moderator is a motivation for leading members, requiring time and effort. Last month, friends were busy studying, and there was nothing we could do about it. Alright, I'll stop here, that's all I've thought of for now.
Uh… I originally wanted to tease a little, but seeing Xiao Ji speak so seriously and at length a bit intimidated me, and Xiao Qian quickly withdrew her unserious attitude. Alright, let's talk seriously now. These are my personal views, for reference only. First, positioning: it is the foundation for creating characteristics. Simply put, there are two points: establishing direction and accurate positioning. Establishing direction: the 7723 moderator, he was someone who stood out among friends with various hobbies and personalities. As the saying goes, people associate with like-minded people. When assuming a moderator role, the first thing we need to do is clarify our starting points for applying to manage a section and our policies as a moderator, and the goals we hope to achieve. Accurate positioning: to make your section strong and influential, you need to have some characteristics belonging to that section to display on the forum, so it won't be overshadowed. When I was new to 7723, my goal was very clear: to become the moderator of a literature section and create a platform for everyone to exchange writing. At that time, for the literature section, I chose a differentiated and monotonous operation—advocating purely for original work. It was very pure, very monotonous. Yet at that time, there were still people actively posting in the literature section. No one paid much attention to what I was doing because my policy was monotonous and only aimed to create atmosphere. This was purely due to my interests. Look at those days, there were many posts and the quality was good (unfortunately, back then as a moderator, my mindset was halfway broken, leaving it half-done. Stir up a bit of trouble, and suddenly no one was around). Reflection: the 7Forum is becoming more and more ordinary, and its trends are becoming increasingly segmented. Don't think that as a moderator your role is only to keep your section active— the forum's 'vitality' is more than active sections. What should be done is…
(Continuing from above... I actually missed some words! I forgot about the character limit for replies. Went over) It should be the group you most want to befriend. What kind of communication platform does this group need? First, define your direction.
Board Rules and Regulations: The Foundation of Effective Management
There can be no order without rules. If you want the board you manage to be efficient and orderly, creating a set of practical rules based on the characteristics of the board is a necessary means to manage it well.
In that year, when changes to the board rules were needed, key points from the old rules were incorporated to form board rules with distinctive stylistic features. This was quite noticeable, though just a small matter. What plays a connecting role in this aspect is precisely that, because these rules were clearly stated beforehand, we can manage the board according to established procedures and justified reasoning.
Reflection: Establish a strict set of rules, and moderators should lead by example and strictly follow them. This will greatly reduce complaints and increase mutual respect and understanding in management.
This is also a kind of 'standard.'
There can be no order without rules. If you want the board you manage to be efficient and orderly, creating a set of practical rules based on the characteristics of the board is a necessary means to manage it well.
In that year, when changes to the board rules were needed, key points from the old rules were incorporated to form board rules with distinctive stylistic features. This was quite noticeable, though just a small matter. What plays a connecting role in this aspect is precisely that, because these rules were clearly stated beforehand, we can manage the board according to established procedures and justified reasoning.
Reflection: Establish a strict set of rules, and moderators should lead by example and strictly follow them. This will greatly reduce complaints and increase mutual respect and understanding in management.
This is also a kind of 'standard.'
There needs to be guidance, an important means to strengthen and enliven a forum section. Popularity is the guarantee of a moderator's influence and attractiveness in managing the section. Take some time to summarize the characteristics of the section, and you can turn them into selling points to make an impact. This is an era where even good wine fears a deep alley. If it hasn't been active for too long, it loses its presence, and possibly no one cares. The same applies to forum sections (except the general water section). Use brains more than brute force. I have always opposed moderators being posting machines and bumping machines (lazy, hopeless). When the forum's popularity is in a habitual slump, guiding topics appropriately and energizing the atmosphere is actually more effective than constantly posting and replying. This is what 'vitality' is, let go of personal presence. There is no permanent solution for section 7723 moderators. How is 'contribution' defined? Well… it's hard to say, really hard to say.
What is 'contribution'? Well… it's hard to say, hard to say, very hard to say… (scratches head) When it's hard to say, let's just speak vaguely, simplified to the simplest: What is a contributing moderator? Someone who is constantly tossed between affirmation and negation. A forum is built through the succession of moderators who take over, resign, or step down. 'Contribution' is only for past moderators or for the loyal members of 7723 who have never abandoned it. Done, finished, now responding with my originally cynical self! Come on, come on, the one who comes to give me applause, don't be shy, big applause twice, medium applause twenty-two times, small applause two hundred and twenty-two times, that will do.
No resources, a little resources are fine, moderators not only manage but also have to post and share their own resources; everything in the forum is centered around resources.
I agree with part of what Carl said, but I also have reservations about another part. It's true that forums need resources, but this seems to vary from person to person. If 'performance' can be evaluated solely based on the amount of resources used, then wouldn't the junior moderators of chat and casual discussion sections fail every 'assessment'? (laughs) So the junior moderators feel that, compared to personal judgment, it's better to have more concrete and verifiable 'contribution rules.' Of course, these rules apply to any moderator, and even to members. With such standards in place, members might have a clear understanding of what counts as a 'contribution.' And it would also make it possible to 'act according to the rules.'
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