How does one become a moderator?

Al Stevens said:

Not why are you asking. Why does one become a moderator?

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I do it for the money.

Al Stevens said:

A better question would be, why?

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Because MacAllister shanghais unsuspecting members when they least expect it.

FOTSGreg said:

(working on my anti-Modness screen techniques)

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I can give you a few tips if you like.

Why? I often wonder that myself.

But there are no takesies backsies.

How does one become a moderator?

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undergo the requisite amount of auditing to be declared clear.

Al Stevens said:

Not why are you asking. Why does one become a moderator?

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You think we have a choice?

Billtrumpet25 said:

Please explain. I'm confuzzed...though, it's certainly not been the first time.

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He's referring to Scientology/Dianetics.

alleycat said:

I do it for the money.

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So not true. It's the pies. Mac must make exquisite pies. Or she gets them at Marie Callender's for nothing and gives them to AC for some Mod work.

ETA: Hi Verny! good to see you.

Parametric said:

It is the darkest of rituals, not meant for man to know. (What happens to the live rabbit is just cruel.) Some say the words of the chant were found inscribed in a cave in black ash in a language not made for human tongues. Sometimes at night you can hear the screaming up on the moor as the wind rakes through the forests. You know then that another victim is being ... moderated.

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Can I buy the book? Hell, I'd even watch the movie.

Fallen said:

Can I buy the book? Hell, I'd even watch the movie.

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I was describing life in Dorset.

Billtrumpet25 said:

I'm just curious on the whole process.

Thanks.

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... you've gotta be beneficial to the site. If you look at those who are mods you'll see that all of them are, in some shape or form. When I first joined the site I thought being a mod was the coolest thing imaginable and really wanted to be one. But then I saw what they had to put up with and deal with on a daily basis --

There are benefits to being on the sideline or up in the bleachers. And that goes for a lot of things in life

ps And kudos of course to the mods for keeping us animals in line.

Purple Rose said:

It's the pies. Mac must make exquisite pies. Or she gets them at Marie Callender's for nothing and gives them to AC for some Mod work.

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I feel the power of the force to the dark side ...

Ken said:

...When I first joined the site I thought being a mod was the coolest thing imaginable and really wanted to be one. But then I saw what they had to put up with and deal with on a daily basis --

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Like most members, we have our bad days here; but the positives far, far outweigh any negatives that are thrown our way. That's why we keep coming back.

Sometimes I wish folks could see the real grind that takes place behind the scenes. They'd realize then just how hard mods work to keep this site humming along and enjoyable for everyone.

All I can say is that, for most us, it's a labor of love; and the influence we impart is almost always used for the greater good of all members.

Parametric said:

I was describing life in Dorset.

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So THAT'S why there's bulk buying of bunnies from you dorsetshirers.

Silver King said:

Like most members, we have our bad days here; but the positives far, far outweigh any negatives that are thrown our way. That's why we keep coming back.

Sometimes I wish folks could see the real grind that takes place behind the scenes. They'd realize then just how hard mods work to keep this site humming along and enjoyable for everyone.

All I can say is that, for most us, it's a labor of love; and the influence we impart is almost always used for the greater good of all members.

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... definitely appreciated. Keep up the good work. That goes for YFG and the other mods as well.

Now then. What trouble can I stir up, elsewhere on the site?
Just kidding. Those days are behind me ;-)

Silver King said:

Like most members, we have our bad days here; but the positives far, far outweigh any negatives that are thrown our way. That's why we keep coming back.

Sometimes I wish folks could see the real grind that takes place behind the scenes. They'd realize then just how hard mods work to keep this site humming along and enjoyable for everyone.

All I can say is that, for most us, it's a labor of love; and the influence we impart is almost always used for the greater good of all members.

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Yup, yes and exactly.

*goes off to look for something*

ETA: Found it. On this page of this thread I share my Modding story. You can back-read on there to see other stories from other Moderators.

Silver King said:

All I can say is that, for most us, it's a labor of love; and the influence we impart is almost always used for the greater good of all members.

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::nods:: for the greater good ::nods::

KTC said:

I know how NOT to become a moderator, if you ever need to know.

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I likewise can offer said tips.

Al Stevens said:

Not why are you asking. Why does one become a moderator?

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Phenomenal cosmic powers...






itty bitty living space

Billtrumpet25 said:

So, one other question that I haven't really seen covered (then again, there are days where I am blind as a bat): what is the difference between a Super mod and a regular mod? Does it have to do with tenure, privileges, etc?

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Super mods are especially chatty?
Super mods have Superpowers?
Super mods are Super?

Idk.


*subscribes*

Silver King said:

Sometimes I wish folks could see the real grind that takes place behind the scenes. They'd realize then just how hard mods work to keep this site humming along and enjoyable for everyone.

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Many of us do realize that.

Which is why, if ever approached (fat chance) I would run away screaming. I'm not mod material -- I'm lazy, opinionated, and selfish with my time. I'm amazed Mac even lets me stay on the boards.