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Why do you participate in the BC discussions?
Posted by TonyB • 9/18/09 • Subscribe to this Discussion [RSS] • Report This Topic
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What value do you want from the discussions?
User Comments
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for fun and occasionally advice -
Drama and name calling-
poo-poo head!
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He'll sooner be a guano head
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@TonyB I would like your answer on this
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mine?
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no
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@crpitt, my reason for developing the discussions, along with the BC team is to create an environment where bloggers can connect with each other, contribute, grow and learn. To a large degree when I come here I participate in threads that are positive and avoid the one' that tend to go negative. It's interesting, despite the attacks on BC and the discussions in specific threads, that when one scrolls through the discussions the majority of the threads are positive, with people looking for or giving advice and lending a hand.
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Thanks for that Tony, I have wondered of late what you and the admin actually think about the discussions and what value you see in them.
I will be back with my answer later on.
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The thing I enjoy most about BC discussion--or have, in the past--is the diversity of people involved. When a question arises, for instance, about American politics, it's very interesting to see how that issue is viewed by not only people of different political backgrounds/views who would normally discuss politics, but people who don't usually get involved in politics or pay a lot of attention, and people from other countries and cultures who may add dimensions we'd never have considered.-
Perfect example of a positive reason for these discussions.
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I like people. All different kinds of people. I can get along just fine with anyone, mostly, and I prefer talking to people I may not see eye to I with.
I also really enjoyed the fun part of BC. The goofing off with gnomies and the witty banter. I say enjoyed because the climate has changed, which for the record really sucks. -
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It's more amusing than talking to myself.-
It's fun watching people talk to themselves! -
You have a point there.
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I've learned a lot about people in general from reading these discussions-- for good or bad-- getting a broader view than I'd have... um... not reading them.
I enjoy the quick wit of some of the posters here. And I have made some friends.
I've gotten tech help the times I've needed it, too.
Edited to add:
Blogging can be a fairly solitary hobby. Many of us don't have family or friends who blog, and the non-bloggers don't always understand and appreciate our blogging experiences or little triumphs.
So having the chance to talk to other bloggers who are various phases of the same process is very helpful.-
Great answer!
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To joke around. To make friends. To hear what other people think. To get my own two cents in. -
For the learning moments. -
Why are you social?? -
I have learned a lot in these discussion threads, for instance: how to perfect my blog seo and make it user friendly (an ongoing objective), how to use adsense ads on my blog without cheating... how to tell someone off using the allowed HTML on these chat boxes...
I have met some fabulous bloggers and read some very entertaining, well written blogs that I may never have found except through BC.
I use the discussions to promote my blog (ahem...without link-dropping, most times...hehe!)
I use the discussions to relax and get away from my real life by laughing at the corny wit from some very funny people on various discussion threads.
I have used them to celebrate important events in my blogosphere's friends lives.. like 100 blog posts, birthdays, books published, etc and/or a variety of life happenings, and to meet some wonderful writers from other parts of this big earth that I live on (which I really enjoy).
I even have been known to use some of my hard earned wisdom to help others out on these discussions, tho that is rare... because it may have been hard-earned but it is limited.. lol! -
ThriftShopRomantic touched on my thoughts, above..
If I worked in an office, or cubicle, with lot of friends and co-workers and employers and receptionists and in the middle of downtown bust of the city etc with regular lunch or coffee breaks .. then I'd probably be going out to lunch with my "peers" and discussing work or jobs or clients .. and, maybe general politics, daily news, and what have you.
In addition, I would be going to training courses, upcoming shows and other professional development opportunities (like: BlogWorld Expo except for e.g. Accountants) and practice my wears, get update on new practices etc etc etc./
Working on home, I have no co-workers or clients or friends to discuss blogging, my blogs, my blog business and quite sadly - not even my wife or immediate family actually cares or is interested in what I do at any level.
Fortunately, I am a great multi-tasker, despite someone with time management issues - and under stress, working hard, long hours - and I come here for:
1) simple stress release between multi-task jobs
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2) practice my wares and talk to people who also has "been there done that and doing that"
Also, I'm on a 26 hour day shifting my time all around the clock and usually to 1-1/2 days on thursday (allnighters) and it's nice to know other people are also online at crazy hours I am online - even if they are from not around here and in OzzyLand. -
I participate mostly to have a good time and be entertained, but I must admit that there are some tips and links that I click on that have been helpful. -
Because I like it when people on the politics board call me stupid and a horse's ass, and then get away with it.
Or rather, no, I don't—which means the positive reasons for being here (whether learning about blogging or interacting with people from other areas of life) are losing their validity.-
Mark, if you were in a restaurant and discussing politics with another patron and he called you a horse's ass, would you expect the business owner to step in and provide guidelines for the discussion?
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The analogy is overdrawn, perhaps. I would expect the business owner to throw anyone out who was bullying other customers, or just shouting around at random in an obnoxious manner. Course, I could also just walk out. True enough.
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Following up on the previous, I have to say that the community-driven model of a privately-owned business has its limits. You can count on us for ideas and input to a point, but there is a limit for me if I don't see any serious efforts to ensure a civil atmosphere. There comes a time when the ideas and action need to come from BC itself, not the so-called community.
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What value I want? Since I'm here under my full name and identity I tend to shy away from any non-technical and/or too personal discussions, but for the rest I come to inform and to be informed, and to enjoy (and observe) the community. -
some conversation and pass the time, maybe some good ideas. -
I participate and find value in BC discussions for social reasons and for techy reasons like when I need help with something or find a thread useful with some techy blog information. I also will post to a thread when it's something that I have some knowledge to share. Such as a thread about crafting or recycling, etc.
I do not enjoy or participate in the political, sexual, or religious threads. I just don't care to get involved in those issues on-line and while I may have my opinions on those subjects, I just prefer not to engage in such personal issues on the boards. -
I am curious how other bloggers think and to what extent they would go to support the idea. Like any community, this is an ocean and you know what that entails. I come here to learn, especially stuff about blogging tips. I also love positive discussions because something good always comes out of it. -
Fun and marketing my blog. I market myself, people like me as a writer, they check out what I write elsewhere. -
"Know thy enemy" and get them to read your posts. -
I enjoy the social interaction, but also the discussions that have to do with current events, cooking, books, parenting. The practical side of me likes to engage in those threads.
I am always aware, though, that my primary reason for being listed in the Catalog is to drive traffic to my blog. So, I also use the boards to make friends and (hopefully) expand my readership somewhat.
I've had a great experience with the participants who are willing to take a look at what I'm doing technically with the blog and give their feedback. I don't always follow the suggestions offered, but I like that the community is there to have a look when asked and give direction when I need it.
Finally, I participate to stretch my brain a little -- especially on threads that deal with big questions. I am raising kids and teaching school, so bigger philosophical topics appeal to me. The nature of what I do demands that I translate Big Ideas into practice. -
I like the discussion thread - tremendously - but have been taken aback at the turn of some of the and the actions that have taken place both on BC and off BC.
However - I truly do get enjoyment by being part of BC in sharing my opinions and helping those that I can.
I enjoy being helpful - and I like a happy environment.
Drama does have its place and it does bring extra people in - but I'm not sure if they are always the right people.
I don't know everyone or every story - but I like people - and I really like participating with people.
I would really like to see less anger and hurt amongst those that have been spitting it out lately... But what would really be nice - most of all - is if everyone just got along.
New people come here -- and I enjoy their threads that are not spam... And I like learning about new blogs that they have.
Some are really good.
I don't like the spam or ad kissers - but hey - sometimes you have to take the bad with the good.
Yah?
Take care! -
For interaction, exchange of ideas and opinions. -
I like Drama Llama's and trolls. And this place seems to be a breeding ground for Drama Llama's and trolls. -
My undergrad major was cultural/social anthropology. I'm naturally curious about people and why, what, and how they do things, it's fascinating to see what happens on different forums online.
It's also fascination to see my own reaction when I'm sucked in.-
Isn't it wonderful being sucked right in? No matter how hard you try sometimes it is just inevitable.
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This is a great place to find people whose participation in discussions make you curious to view their profile and blogs. The discussions can also be intellectually stimulating, amusing or ridiculous. The variety certainly tops the average cocktail party or pub conversation. And it's so easy to come and go, no cover or admission charge and the drinks are on the house. -
I once registered with BC and quickly forgot about it. Until I noticed that it kept sending some people to my blog everyday. Then I decided to check it out in more detail, and it was then that I discovered the discussions. They're really useful regarding blog-related issues. And every other issue, for that matter. You can talk about anything, from Google Adsense to the last book you've read. Really enjoyable. -
I can't pass a question I can answer. I love questions. -
I like to interact with people in a casual way. As has been mentioned, blogging is mostly a solo effort and it's nice to be able to connect with others who don't think you're too bizarre for enjoying it. While the topics all differ, everyone here gets the basic concept and has a perspective on blogging that is well worth exploring. Y'all are fun, too. -
Because people here are sorely in need of my wisdom.-
Low bowing up and down many times. Oh yes, Wise One. Thank you for showing us the way.
On another note ... It's Friday! -
Ummm...you're not being sarcastic or anything, are you?
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Oh no. Not at all Wise One. Much bowing up and down.
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Cool...just wanted to make sure...
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praise Dr. Jay, may he outlive Dr. Phil
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@ dbowles1017 Why in the world did you draw that on your head?!? I takes away from your suave intelligent look.
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I didn't draw it. They grew there.
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Then you'll need to cut them off. I do hope it will not hurt too much.
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bust some ball, advise someone, make a new friend
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Wow. Did you guys feel that! We had a cyber earthquake. Wondering if Daniel or Oscar is up to something.
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for the $50,000 grand prize
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How come you didn't tell me there was a prize CA?-
Because I want to win it.
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you suck I am po white teacher in the ghetto I need that 50K lol
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