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 12/02/2005 11:39:49 PM · #26
Originally posted by scalvert:
... and you can't go bonkers if you don't agree with something.


What the *$#@ kind of policy is that?!?! I don't agree with that in the least. #$@#&&*%*& not agreeing with &%&^% other &^%$ and the *@! ... uhmmm, sorry.

I'll have another drink please Gayle.
 12/02/2005 11:39:55 PM · #27
Originally posted by wavelength:
Mavrik? Rude and bonkers?

Yep, you'll never get on SC dude.


I know dude, but it's ok. :) I still love me some dpc anyways.
 12/02/2005 11:49:11 PM · #28
Originally posted by mavrik:
Originally posted by bear_music:
Hahaha! Good one, mavrik :-) You'd kinda think that would mitigate against one's application, eh?

R.


Calling the entire Site Council out on more than one occasion - also not a positive. They tend towards the stable, neutral sorts. I tend to be a bit too .. "passionate" we'll say. Plus I got a potty mouth!


I have to show this to my husband! I don't often get called "stable" and "neutral", wow!!!! This is really good. :)))) Love it.
 12/02/2005 11:51:06 PM · #29
Originally posted by ursula:
Originally posted by mavrik:
They tend towards the stable, neutral sorts.


I don't often get called "stable" and "neutral", wow!!!!


Did you notice the word "tend" in there? ;-)
 12/02/2005 11:52:25 PM · #30
Originally posted by scalvert:
Originally posted by ursula:
Originally posted by mavrik:
They tend towards the stable, neutral sorts.


I don't often get called "stable" and "neutral", wow!!!!


Did you notice the word "tend" in there? ;-)


Hey! Don't pop my bubble.
12/02/2005 11:52:47 PM · #31
I was TRYING to be "diplomatic!"

lol
 12/02/2005 11:53:05 PM · #32
And it really helps to be a Nikon user :)
 12/03/2005 12:02:31 AM · #33
lol only if you joined the site recently. All the long timers know better. ;)
 12/03/2005 12:07:51 AM · #34
Originally posted by scalvert:
@Philup: You probably wouldn't be considered yet. I applied several months after joined, but didn't get in (I assume) because I wasn't quite "established." Even now, I'm the only SC member who joined DPC more recently than early 2003.

If you seriously want to be considered, you need to be very active in the site and demonstrate diplomacy, manners and a good working knowledge of the rules and policies. Good communication skills are important, and you can't go bonkers if you don't agree with something.


I understand I wouldn't be considered...but like I said, I will try..If I don't get it..then I will try again later..I'm trying my hardest to be most active in this site. I comment on most of the pictures..etc..I do my best on whatever helps this site. I don't think I have ever went bonkers on anything.!! Like I said..I will do my best..if it takes me 3 or 4 tries...
 12/03/2005 12:11:57 AM · #35
Originally posted by keegbow:
The BBQ on the end is a mystery to me.

That's food (usually meat) cooked over direct heat, and often with a sweetened and spiced tomato-based sauce.
 12/03/2005 12:17:24 AM · #36
Originally posted by GeneralE:
Originally posted by keegbow:
The BBQ on the end is a mystery to me.

That's food (usually meat) cooked over direct heat, and often with a sweetened and spiced tomato-based sauce.


LOL that's what I thought, but why was he cursing it.
 12/03/2005 12:18:55 AM · #37
Originally posted by philup:
Originally posted by scalvert:
@Philup: You probably wouldn't be considered yet. I applied several months after joined, but didn't get in (I assume) because I wasn't quite "established." Even now, I'm the only SC member who joined DPC more recently than early 2003.

If you seriously want to be considered, you need to be very active in the site and demonstrate diplomacy, manners and a good working knowledge of the rules and policies. Good communication skills are important, and you can't go bonkers if you don't agree with something.


I understand I wouldn't be considered...but like I said, I will try..If I don't get it..then I will try again later..I'm trying my hardest to be most active in this site. I comment on most of the pictures..etc..I do my best on whatever helps this site. I don't think I have ever went bonkers on anything.!! Like I said..I will do my best..if it takes me 3 or 4 tries...


If all that niceness fails, you can always consider bribery.


12/03/2005 12:19:00 AM · #38
Originally posted by keegbow:
Originally posted by GeneralE:
Originally posted by keegbow:
The BBQ on the end is a mystery to me.

That's food (usually meat) cooked over direct heat, and often with a sweetened and spiced tomato-based sauce.


LOL that's what I thought, but why was he cursing it.


Because many a grown person swear at bbq whilst it is being cooked (and afterwards)
 12/03/2005 12:21:21 AM · #39
Originally posted by pidge:
Originally posted by keegbow:
Originally posted by GeneralE:
Originally posted by keegbow:
The BBQ on the end is a mystery to me.

That's food (usually meat) cooked over direct heat, and often with a sweetened and spiced tomato-based sauce.


LOL that's what I thought, but why was he cursing it.


Because many a grown person swear at bbq whilst it is being cooked (and afterwards)

It does seem to improve the flavor sometimes...
 12/03/2005 12:23:03 AM · #40
Originally posted by mavrik:
SC vote - it's a good idea to be a dpc fanatics regular if you want the job. ;)

(ban-age coming)


i used to frequent fanatics (when froober had it). but I think I've been in there 4 times in the past two years, and two of those were last week. ;)
 12/03/2005 12:24:04 AM · #41
Originally posted by ursula:
Originally posted by philup:
Originally posted by scalvert:
@Philup: You probably wouldn't be considered yet. I applied several months after joined, but didn't get in (I assume) because I wasn't quite "established." Even now, I'm the only SC member who joined DPC more recently than early 2003.

If you seriously want to be considered, you need to be very active in the site and demonstrate diplomacy, manners and a good working knowledge of the rules and policies. Good communication skills are important, and you can't go bonkers if you don't agree with something.


I understand I wouldn't be considered...but like I said, I will try..If I don't get it..then I will try again later..I'm trying my hardest to be most active in this site. I comment on most of the pictures..etc..I do my best on whatever helps this site. I don't think I have ever went bonkers on anything.!! Like I said..I will do my best..if it takes me 3 or 4 tries...


If all that niceness fails, you can always consider bribery.


LOL.....I guess I need to wait for a position to come open...
 12/03/2005 12:30:07 AM · #42
Originally posted by keegbow:
Originally posted by GeneralE:
Originally posted by keegbow:
The BBQ on the end is a mystery to me.

That's food (usually meat) cooked over direct heat, and often with a sweetened and spiced tomato-based sauce.


LOL that's what I thought, but why was he cursing it.

I took it to be an expression of astonishment combined with unmitigated delight -- many people who swear do so in moments of emotional intensity both positive and negative.
 12/03/2005 12:35:51 AM · #43
I applied last time around. I bet there was a lot of SC members ROTFLOL when they seen my application. :)

I Didn't get the call. But the SC has a hard job and I respect there vote and the people they picked.
 12/03/2005 12:47:25 AM · #44
Originally posted by ursula:

If all that niceness fails, you can always consider bribery.


I hear Fluffernutters help.

12/03/2005 12:55:34 AM · #45
All jokes aside, like any position you apply for there is a combination of both politics, skill and need involved.

SC is always looking for individuals with skills in specific areas to help move the site forward. As an example, I have an extensive background in web based application QA testing, and work in camera retail.

We are always looking for solid international candidates to provide differing points of view as well as the ability to police the forums at 3am EST. :)

If you are really interested, start by providing good answers to people with questions in the forums. Being one of the users who is known as being helpful is always a good thing. :) And don't be discouraged if you don't make it first try. It took me two tries to make SC. If you really want to position, keep applying, keep contributing to the community.

And bribing the site admins with food helps too. ;)

12/03/2005 01:00:34 AM · #46
well said..!! I will keep that in mind..!!

Message edited by author 2005-12-03 01:02:11.
 12/03/2005 01:42:12 AM · #47
Originally posted by mavrik:
Originally posted by mk:
Didn't seem to help you too much. :P


And the vote was taken after I'd departed from Fanatics as a regular. Look when a certain someone got hired, then count back.


You are aware that over half of SC rarely or never uses Fanatics?

~Terry
 12/03/2005 02:06:51 AM · #48
The last time around I was asked by several sc members to throw my hat in the ring. I did. While the consideration was in process I became very worried and then prayed that I would not be selected. My wishes were answered. Why was I worried? :here it goes:

I have high respect for the services that all of these fine folks do. However, for me to join in my world would mean a restriction of my freedom. How is that you ask?

Well, the s/c to me is a position of high responsibility. If selected it would mean that I will have to forfeit expressing myself candidly in many issues. It means the end of the rant forums for me because it is not very nice to see s/c members expressing political views since the political arena is so polarized that one is unable to enter and leave without scars. Just by making the first statement we indicate what are colors are.

I am very well versed in the art of diplomacy and can defuse a misunderstanding but my overall freedom of expression means more to me. besides, it will have an adverse effect on my comment drive.

Again, my respect and admiration goes out to all the s/c and those to be. May the force be with you.
 12/03/2005 02:10:42 AM · #49
Originally posted by ClubJuggle:

You are aware that over half of SC rarely or never uses Fanatics?

~Terry


Or you never know they do. ;)
 12/03/2005 02:28:17 AM · #50
If you want to get on Site Council you should never say anything in these forums (or at Fanatics) that could possibly offend anyone. Be as politically correct as you possibly can. Never speak against any person's image, style, or technique; any challenge suggestions or website requests; never complain about challenge results, or question decisions of the SC, especially regarding DQs or proposed rules changes. Be in favor of anything presented as "an idea to improve dpc" no matter how cockamamie it may be. Never post to a forum on any topic that could be the least bit controversial until you see which way the wind's blowing, then go with the flow. If you feel compelled to speak on a controversial issue try to avoid appearing to advocate for one side or the other; make it seem like you are just adding information to the debate. Be very careful in what you say regarding any ideas for changes that would make it harder to cheat in the challenges, supporting these will make you lots of enemies. It's probably a bad idea to become known as a person who makes requests for DQ/validation while you're voting because enforcing the rules is a lot of work for SC. You can get away with being lukewarm in supporting anonymity but always go hard in support of creativity. It will help if you post to the forums regularly to give the impression that you are on here a lot of the time, but your posts don't have to be too intelligent or logical because they don't want anybody smarter than them on there. Being a little bit arrogant is OK but keep it to small doses until you're chosen, then you can let it all hang out. And try to develope a reputation as a person who can keep a secret. If you get selected, don't expect to have any influence until you've been on there for a quite a while, and by the that time you will be willing to just go along with the bunch out of loyalty. You'll need to be prepared to come to the defense of a fellow SC member regardless of what they have done if they are called out in these forums. But you don't have to worry about having to do too much after you get on SC, they never get rid of anyone for any reason.

And whatever you do, don't use sarcasm when talking about dpc or SC. Normal people tend to become more thin-skinned, and lose their sense of humor, after they see how important and prestigeous they are as members of the Site Council.
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