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hollywoodnails
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Yes there are lots of good geeks on here who are willing to help and go far out of there way ,but I also agree there is a click of people who tend to know each other well maybe this is just because they have been on the site a lot longer than me . Its because of this that I'm weary of posting in chit chat Incase geeks dont want to know my daft every day life stuff lol <but I'm sure this is just me not much confidence>
I agree with the other girls there are some geeks how can be a bit short some times but sometimes people find it hard to write wot they mean and they dont always mean it this way. just mho
jac extreme
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I would just like to say that when I first joined, I could tell that there were many geeks that had already formed close friendships, some might call them cliques, but I think that is unfair, it is just that they had been on the site a while and become close.
I felt a bit outside at first but almost everyone was very friendly and made me feel welcome and over time I became good friends with many, either as cyber mates or mates that I have meet up with socially and at competitions.
I have always asked for help if I needed it and have been happy to offer advice when I was able (sometimes even getting it wrong) :o
Yes I think the site is very friendly and there are lots of different groups of friends, maybe they live near each other and have had geek meets or they just have things in common.
As far as the rules go... well the site is huge now and as it has evolved and become salon geek and the growth of the competitions, rules have had to be brought in to deal with these changes, its not regimental its just more structured IYKWIM
ValencianNails
Positivity rules!
Hmmm... interesting thread! There are points that I agree with and points that I wholeheartedly disagree with, more about that later lol
I'm sure Sam would be very interested to know why the rules and guidelines he's posted (or being a part of) are being viewed like this.
This site has over 14,000 members, admittedly not all of those members are regular posters, but as you can see that's a heck of a lot of people to have under the 'same roof' so to speak.
Due to the size of the site it was necessary to have some guidelines (Geek Commandments and Competition/Challenge Rules).
If any of you have a problem or query about them then why not drop one of the moderators a quick private message?
Moving on... all of this talk about cliques, where are they? who are they? What I see isn't groups of cliques, but groups of members who are friends both on and off the site, that's part of what makes this site a community! Surely that's a good thing, not a bad thing?
We've seen threads like this in the past where people have said they feel inferior sometimes, this has mainly been down to them being new to the site, not knowing how the site works, maybe them feeling a bit self conscious and reading replies the wrong way. We've all been guilty of reading replies the wrong way and not as they were intended to be read. It's no different to the way we write our replies, we need to imagine how we'd feel if it were us reading our reply, if we read our reply before hitting the 'submit' button it very often makes us think twice... that's where using the smilies comes into play
Rules and Guidelines are there for a reason, it's so that everyone knows where they stand and it gives us something to refer to if we're unsure of something.
I'm sure Sam would be very interested to know why the rules and guidelines he's posted (or being a part of) are being viewed like this.
This site has over 14,000 members, admittedly not all of those members are regular posters, but as you can see that's a heck of a lot of people to have under the 'same roof' so to speak.
Due to the size of the site it was necessary to have some guidelines (Geek Commandments and Competition/Challenge Rules).
If any of you have a problem or query about them then why not drop one of the moderators a quick private message?
Moving on... all of this talk about cliques, where are they? who are they? What I see isn't groups of cliques, but groups of members who are friends both on and off the site, that's part of what makes this site a community! Surely that's a good thing, not a bad thing?
We've seen threads like this in the past where people have said they feel inferior sometimes, this has mainly been down to them being new to the site, not knowing how the site works, maybe them feeling a bit self conscious and reading replies the wrong way. We've all been guilty of reading replies the wrong way and not as they were intended to be read. It's no different to the way we write our replies, we need to imagine how we'd feel if it were us reading our reply, if we read our reply before hitting the 'submit' button it very often makes us think twice... that's where using the smilies comes into play
To be honest I don't really start threads as I feel any questions I have are answered already. I have gained confidence since joining the site, though, and am more likely to try and offer advice if I think I can.
When I first joined I too thought it could get a little cliquey, but over the last year have found that so isn't the case. I feel I've made loads of new friends who have really helped me out.:hug:
The funny thing is I think that we are getting less "nasty" posts than before. I remember towards the end of last year threads being closed left, right and centre. Or has old age played tricks with my memory?
Fab thread, by the way.
When I first joined I too thought it could get a little cliquey, but over the last year have found that so isn't the case. I feel I've made loads of new friends who have really helped me out.:hug:
The funny thing is I think that we are getting less "nasty" posts than before. I remember towards the end of last year threads being closed left, right and centre. Or has old age played tricks with my memory?
Fab thread, by the way.
Lellipop
Lelli Loo Loo
Hmmm... interesting thread! There are points that I agree with and points that I wholeheartedly disagree with, more about that later lol
Rules and Guidelines are there for a reason, it's so that everyone knows where they stand and it gives us something to refer to if we're unsure of something.
I'm sure Sam would be very interested to know why the rules and guidelines he's posted (or being a part of) are being viewed like this.
This site has over 14,000 members, admittedly not all of those members are regular posters, but as you can see that's a heck of a lot of people to have under the 'same roof' so to speak.
Due to the size of the site it was necessary to have some guidelines (Geek Commandments and Competition/Challenge Rules).
If any of you have a problem or query about them then why not drop one of the moderators a quick private message?
Moving on... all of this talk about cliques, where are they? who are they? What I see isn't groups of cliques, but groups of members who are friends both on and off the site, that's part of what makes this site a community! Surely that's a good thing, not a bad thing?
We've seen threads like this in the past where people have said they feel inferior sometimes, this has mainly been down to them being new to the site, not knowing how the site works, maybe them feeling a bit self conscious and reading replies the wrong way. We've all been guilty of reading replies the wrong way and not as they were intended to be read. It's no different to the way we write our replies, we need to imagine how we'd feel if it were us reading our reply, if we read our reply before hitting the 'submit' button it very often makes us think twice... that's where using the smilies comes into play
I know that at times we can write something and it can be taken the wrong way etc
I would say that even if their are friendships groups or not on here doesnt matter as long as these groups dont target people and always make them feel welcome :hug:
Also I would urge geeks to contact the mods with any problems I am sure anything can be resolved but if you dont speak up they cant help
Mrs.Clooney
Positive Geek
Structure and rules are good Jac, no disputing that, but I think some geeks feel that things have become very regimental. In fact I was all for some standardized rules where the comps were concerned and even began a thread about it. However, it seems a certain military style (for want of a better word) has come about on here which has upset and offended some people.
Yes, some geeks do have very close friendships and this is lovely, but these friendships are not necessarily cliques. The cliques exclude or disregard other peeps opinions which leads to feelings of inferiority etc.....
ValencianNails
Positivity rules!
Why not just come out and say what you really think?
I already know what's been said about me and if that's what you all think then fine...
Urban Geek
Mobile Nail technician
This thread started off on a negative and unfriendly tone and is serving no purpose at all
It is certainly not stimulating, educational or uplifting.:cry:
Can Lell or one of the mods please close it?
It is certainly not stimulating, educational or uplifting.:cry:
Can Lell or one of the mods please close it?
jac extreme
Well-Known Member
Tracey, do you ever not have to have the last word, the rules are here, accept them, they aint life threatening.
Lellipop
Lelli Loo Loo
Sandi this was a constructive thread about the site and how people feel about it
It was never personal or about one person I am trying to make this a positive thing so that if anyone has a problem they can approach the team about it, if there is a problem between yourself and any member then I dont feel it should be aired on this thread 
~Emmsybabes~
Well-Known Member
1. Do you feel that you can post without feeling inferior ????
Sometimes yes, and sometimes no...
but I am like this in life in generall lol im a bit ditzy so often open my mouth before i think and then :o
I often read peoples questions and want to answer , but am never 100% sure of myself and wether I am right, so dont want to give people the wrong information.
most of the time, once somebody else posts though it turns out I was right after all :green:
But a lot of times I dont post a question anymore, As I think I should know the answer, or other peeps may think I should know the answer,
thats down to me though not wanting to feel silly !
2. Do you get the answers you require ???
Yes ! Whenever I personally have posted a question I have recieved the help, and answers I needed, and many people have gone out of their way to do so, even as far as to make me a dvd of them working ,and sent it all the way from new zealand to help me learn how too,
I often send PM's to individuals for help, and get it ! thats wether it be nail problems, PC problems, or LIFE problems.
And personally as I said I have always recieved help, and have been made to feel welcomed into asking questionsagain if i ever need to.
3. How friendly do you find the site ???
OK , now this is based on my thoughts only and my personal experiences on this site...
I have found it to be very friendly I have made lots of friends , people who I feel very comfortable talking to, there are peeps I have my morning brew with :green:
then a few of us who chat for hours every night,
Then there are my friends I may chat with in a Pm every once in a while.
As a lot of you know, I had a period where I wasnt too well, and so many geeks offered me support and pulled me through it, people I didnt know where so caring i couldnt belive it , I have never come accross anything like that before,
also regarding my business...If it wasnt for some wise words, and lots and lots of help, Id have given up ages ago
these are all my experiennces and my thoughts only .xxx:hug:
good thread lell
Sometimes yes, and sometimes no...
but I am like this in life in generall lol im a bit ditzy so often open my mouth before i think and then :o
I often read peoples questions and want to answer , but am never 100% sure of myself and wether I am right, so dont want to give people the wrong information.
most of the time, once somebody else posts though it turns out I was right after all :green:
But a lot of times I dont post a question anymore, As I think I should know the answer, or other peeps may think I should know the answer,
thats down to me though not wanting to feel silly !
2. Do you get the answers you require ???
Yes ! Whenever I personally have posted a question I have recieved the help, and answers I needed, and many people have gone out of their way to do so, even as far as to make me a dvd of them working ,and sent it all the way from new zealand to help me learn how too,
I often send PM's to individuals for help, and get it ! thats wether it be nail problems, PC problems, or LIFE problems.
And personally as I said I have always recieved help, and have been made to feel welcomed into asking questionsagain if i ever need to.
3. How friendly do you find the site ???
OK , now this is based on my thoughts only and my personal experiences on this site...
I have found it to be very friendly I have made lots of friends , people who I feel very comfortable talking to, there are peeps I have my morning brew with :green:
then a few of us who chat for hours every night,
Then there are my friends I may chat with in a Pm every once in a while.
As a lot of you know, I had a period where I wasnt too well, and so many geeks offered me support and pulled me through it, people I didnt know where so caring i couldnt belive it , I have never come accross anything like that before,
also regarding my business...If it wasnt for some wise words, and lots and lots of help, Id have given up ages ago
these are all my experiennces and my thoughts only .xxx:hug:
good thread lell
Urban Geek
Mobile Nail technician
Please:cry:
Lellipop
Lelli Loo Loo
I have repopened the thread because of the many pm amd pagers I have had saying that it was a constructive thread and good for everyone.
Lellipop
Lelli Loo Loo
~Emmsybabes~
Well-Known Member
I agree hun ,
after all its every single one of us that makes the site go round, newbies oldies, mods administrtors everybody,
so I feel its important to see how everybody is feeling , or if theres anything that mabey can do with bring changed, by involving the members ,
a bit like market research mabey
xxx
Lellipop
Lelli Loo Loo
This thread was to find out the needs of all geeks which imo isnt at all negative or unfriendly Chris
CurlyQs
Well-Known Member
I do think this is a valuable thread as long as it's not personal (clearly it wasn't intended to be).
thx for the opportunity for newbies to share and valuing how we feel :hug: alex
thx for the opportunity for newbies to share and valuing how we feel :hug: alex
Mrs.Clooney
Positive Geek
I agree Emmsy. If we were all the same personality wise, and all agreed with eachother all of the time, then the world would be very dull. Sometimes we don't like what other peeps tell us as they do not like what we tell them, but sometimes certain issues do need to be addressed openly when it involves many people in a community. By finding out other peoples opinions and learning how everybody feels, some issues can be addressed.
Many geeks perceive unhealthy problems in the site at the moment and I also feel it neither negative or unfreindly to bring these to the fore.This thread was to find out the needs of all geeks which imo isnt at all negative or unfriendly Chris
However, I will now refrain from posting on this thread now as I have been accused of always trying to have the last word! I disagree as I feel I was merely verbally active on a thread which I appreciate was posted in the first place.
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