What does it take to become a modorator on r2r?

[A_Blind_Reefer]

With some of the threads I’ve been in I’m sure it would take a tanker of high test grain alcohol and a pallet of Xanax! I don’t know how they can keep their cool sometimes

 

[randomfishdude]

With some of the threads I’ve been in I’m sure it would take a tanker of high test grain alcohol and a pallet of Xanax! I don’t know how they can keep their cool sometimes

I've seem alot of thoes threads. There also usually people not understanding certain rules.

 

[Doctorgori]

I've seem alot of thoes threads. There also usually people not understanding certain rules.

Like this thread for example …
I think sometimes the long leash and tolerance is a balance as heavily moderated “Mister Rogers” type Forums generate a lil less interest or at least attract a different “info only” crowds …
like the older RC which went off the rails eventually

 

[randomfishdude]

Like this thread for example …
I think sometimes the long leash and tolerance is a balance as heavily moderated “Mister Rogers” type Forums generate a lil less interest or at least attract a different “info only” crowds …
like the older RC which went off the rails eventually

What?

 

[Doctorgori]

What?

I was alluding to the mods tolerance when threads get out of hand, …I think they are hesitant to moderate too heavily … I know other forums have less tolerance for the shenanigans whereas the old RC was moderated lightly and it turned off a few..
it’s a balancing act

 

[randomfishdude]

I was alluding to the mods tolerance when threads get out of hand, …I think they are hesitant to moderate too heavily … I know other forums have less tolerance for the shenanigans whereas the old RC was moderated lightly and it turned off a few..
it’s a balancing act

Ah. I thought you were saying this thread needed to be moderated and I didn't understand the rules.

 

[Doctorgori]

Ah. I thought you were saying this thread needed to be moderated and I didn't understand the rules.

NOOOOO, I was alluding to the silly post a page back in which I myself was guilty as charged…In fact personal apologies for the derail….it was just sooo much surface area for humor here
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[Sisterlimonpot]

whereas the old RC was moderated lightly and it turned off a few..

Wait what?

Old RC was heavily moderated and can be argued that was it's demise.

If someone gets turned off because of light moderation, that's their own hangup. There are some patrons of online forums that need to understand people don't always think and do the same as them. That alone shouldn't subject them to moderation. If people can't embrace or at the very least accept that, they should probably take some time and reflect on their role in the community.

I'm not suggesting this site isn't heavily moderated. The moderation style is completely different than RC but still can be construed as heavy handed.

I'd say to become a moderator you need to be one that embraces the values of the like minded staff. You need to be driven by badges and what they represent. You need to report posts that go against the outlined rules. You need to contribute in your own way so that you stand out. And finally, you should ask yourself, why on earth would I want to be a moderator? I think most poeples honest answer to that question would immediately disqualify them.

 

[MnFish1]

Wait what?

Old RC was heavily moderated and can be argued that was it's demise.

If someone gets turned off because of light moderation, that's their own hangup. There are some patrons of online forums that need to understand people don't always think and do the same as them. That alone shouldn't subject them to moderation. If people can't embrace or at the very least accept that, they should probably take some time and reflect on their role in the community.

I'm not suggesting this site isn't heavily moderated. The moderation style is completely different than RC but still can be construed as heavy handed.

I'd say to become a moderator you need to be one that embraces the values of the like minded staff. You need to be driven by badges and what they represent. You need to report posts that go against the outlined rules. You need to contribute in your own way so that you stand out. And finally, you should ask yourself, why on earth would I want to be a moderator? I think most poeples honest answer to that question would immediately disqualify them.

I believe (from my limited knowledge) - that the main moderation here comes when someone makes a complaint/reports a post. I'm sure moderators also look at threads - but I believe its more report-based.

 

[cdemoss01]

Some of them are friends and family. I know that it is a thankless job, and ties up a lot of their personal time. You’d be surprised at who some of them are. There are many professionals here, and they do a great job trying to keep the balance.

Personally if rev got me and randomfishdude in there we could be on a lot because we are young and have time to moderate. Especially during the summer.

 

[cloak]

Being kicked off another site?

reef2reef is great, don't get me wrong, but those in POWER are always looking to upgrade.

It's only a matter of time before this site falls through the cracks... Salt creep so to say.

 

[Sisterlimonpot]

Personally if rev got me and randomfishdude in there we could be on a lot because we are young and have time to moderate. Especially during the summer.

Do you think that the current state of moderation is lacking?

 

[Sump Crab]

Like this thread for example …
I think sometimes the long leash and tolerance is a balance as heavily moderated “Mister Rogers” type Forums generate a lil less interest or at least attract a different “info only” crowds …
like the older RC which went off the rails eventually

I remember reef central being pretty toxic lol. Seem to remember that post count really mattered and if you weren't "in the club" it was no fun. I'm all for mods having a light touch when it comes to intervening but I absolutely despise forums with clubs of ego maniacs who think they rule the roost.

 

[Reefering1]

I remember reef central being pretty toxic lol. Seem to remember that post count really mattered and if you weren't "in the club" it was no fun. I'm all for mods having a light touch when it comes to intervening but I absolutely despise forums with clubs of ego maniacs who think they rule the roost.

 

[Townes_Van_Camp]

The $10 was a joke.

That's a lie. They gladly accepted my $10 and told me I was on the list. Watch yourselves. I'm makin' a list myself.

 

[Reefer Matt Verified Media Partner]

 

[ChrisfromBrick]

i feel like thia site a doesn’t need mods. I come here to escape all the negativity in the world and no matter what religion, race, or political affiliation we are, it doesn’t matter. Everyone seems to feed off the positive energy. I feel like i’m more in touch with humanity here.

 

[randomfishdude]

i feel like thia site a doesn’t need mods. I come here to escape all the negativity in the world and no matter what religion, race, or political affiliation we are, it doesn’t matter. Everyone seems to feed off the positive energy. I feel like i’m more in touch with humanity here.

Trust me it do. Otherwise you couldn't get any of that

 

[tbrown]

I’m assuming they’d want someone professional with a clean history; nobody with a history of trolling or making immature posts.

They’d probably also want someone who is somewhat credible because someone with a moderator title has the ability to subliminally influence others. They wouldn’t want a mod to be someone giving dangerous info etc.

 

[tbrown]

I’d like to nominate my friend Trolly McPostsalot

Very responsible and great sense of humor

Wait... Are you talking about me? Or Steve?