timsk
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Just to underline c_v's point, I play no party in the activities of the Mods and, in turn, they treat me in the same way as they would any other member. Having said that, I have noticed that on the odd occasion that a post of mine has been reported they take great delight in deleting it!It's also probably worth mentioning that Mods operate completely independently of T2W.
They are not employed in any capacity, such that they can be impartial in their decision making at all times.
Hi optionpro,. . . Regarding itspossible, he needs to be put on notice he's not in the least bit funny and his penchant for trolling every post and making some half-assed attempt at wit speaks volumes. I feel for the guy.
Thanks for your measured reply.
I'm not going to comment on the specific member you're unhappy with, but I take your general point and understand your beef. I've felt this way about a fair few characters over the years - as have most other members I image. The problem is that the people I take exception to - another member will like. If everyone was always in agreement about who the 'good' members are and who are the ones that should be shown the door - life would be easy. That's why we have a Community Constitution - to provide a clearly defined benchmark for members to abide by and for the Moderators to uphold.
The 'Thread Closed' that appears at the end of a (closed) thread is just a standard function within the vBulletin software that T2W uses. I doubt it can be changed and you're the only member I'm aware of that's ever mentioned it. If you're referring to Trader333's specific comments on the matter - that's just his posting style - short and to the point - unlike mine! I assure it's nothing personal.. . .And lastly, do you not have a "This thread is closed for further replies" tag you can use when a thread is closed? Not "Thread closed" (http://www.trade2win.com/boards/t2w-feedback-announcements/220816-unprofessional.html#post2847758) stated in such a way that makes the mod feel like some big tough guy. I was actually quite satisfied with counter_violent's response, which is the same as you explained above. The remarkl "thread closed" remark needs to be discussed with 333. Its all in how things are percieved. Next time use a more professional thread closing tool.
Again, as with your first point, I hear you. But, that which you find tiresome and boring another member will find hilarious. If the Mods start to judge members' attempts at humour, then they and T2W in general will be accused of being "a bunch of insecure, thin skinned "hall monitor" mentalities that seem to derive self worth by policing the thoughts and posts of others". Oh the irony!. . . I might add in closing, if you want to beef up the quality of the site, you should speak to your regulars and moderate their constant attempts at humour in every thread. When its not mean spirited its fine, when it is, which is most of the time, it reeks of unprofessionalism and a severe lack of knowledge in the field of trading and more of a lack of purpose in life.
Tim.