A Modest Proposal - TB Requirements
Apr 11, 2007 | 11:53 am
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A Modest Proposal - TB Requirements
Should Talk Board Members be required to make a statement of how many nights per year they actually are gone from home on travel? Maybe for future elections this could be a requisite?
Does the "general member" have anyway of knowing that the TB members really travel?
Should there be a minimum requirement? 100 nights per year or so?
Does the "general member" have anyway of knowing that the TB members really travel?
Should there be a minimum requirement? 100 nights per year or so?
Apr 11, 2007 | 1:05 pm
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When I was a member of Talk Board, we always posted if we'd be 'out of the office'. The debate would still continue, less the missing member.
Are you suggesting that it be a requirement that a member of TB be a road warrior? If so, how many miles per year or hotel nights would make you a candidate?
Many FT'ers have increased their miles and points balances in many ways. Some by credit cards. Some by maximizing bonus'. I know of one person that earns a sizeable amount of miles and points each year, and she doesn't fly.
I guess that makes her smarter than the rest of us.
I don't think we need to qualify TB requirements, other than what's already in place. I'm sure someone will post a link to those requirements.
Are you suggesting that it be a requirement that a member of TB be a road warrior? If so, how many miles per year or hotel nights would make you a candidate?
Many FT'ers have increased their miles and points balances in many ways. Some by credit cards. Some by maximizing bonus'. I know of one person that earns a sizeable amount of miles and points each year, and she doesn't fly.
I guess that makes her smarter than the rest of us. I don't think we need to qualify TB requirements, other than what's already in place. I'm sure someone will post a link to those requirements.
Apr 11, 2007 | 1:07 pm
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Two months ago, I would have said no, it isn't important.
Seeing the refined direction of FT by the purists, now I would say absolutely.
How can we possibly have a board about travel "lead" by people who don't travel? What is the cred level if we do not know they travel?
In addition to post count, it will make the new users feel so much better knowing that the leaders travel lots.
Seeing the refined direction of FT by the purists, now I would say absolutely.
How can we possibly have a board about travel "lead" by people who don't travel? What is the cred level if we do not know they travel?
In addition to post count, it will make the new users feel so much better knowing that the leaders travel lots.
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Apr 11, 2007 | 1:44 pm
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I think it's far more important that TB members have no history of suspensions. Imagine if there ends up being a swing vote on the current motion about post counts, and imagine if that member was serving a 30-day suspension right now.... 
While I suspect OP is being sarcastically humourous, since he's brought up the topic of TB qualificaitons, I would hope the board would consider following the lead of the moderator team and quickly and unanimously vote that completion of a 30-day suspension would be cause for immediate expulsion from TB.
While I suspect OP is being sarcastically humourous, since he's brought up the topic of TB qualificaitons, I would hope the board would consider following the lead of the moderator team and quickly and unanimously vote that completion of a 30-day suspension would be cause for immediate expulsion from TB.
Apr 11, 2007 | 1:51 pm
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I think this is a fantastic idea.
Also, since so much information about knowledge is conveyed by status and such, I'd be for giving TB members a test on travel information. We need to be sure TB is knowledgeable before they get the "TB Member" status.
Also, since so much information about knowledge is conveyed by status and such, I'd be for giving TB members a test on travel information. We need to be sure TB is knowledgeable before they get the "TB Member" status.
Apr 11, 2007 | 2:14 pm
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Apr 11, 2007 | 2:54 pm
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I think it's far more important that TB members have no history of suspensions. Imagine if there ends up being a swing vote on the current motion about post counts, and imagine if that member was serving a 30-day suspension right now....
While I suspect OP is being sarcastically humourous, since he's brought up the topic of TB qualificaitons, I would hope the board would consider following the lead of the moderator team and quickly and unanimously vote that completion of a 30-day suspension would be cause for immediate expulsion from TB.
While I suspect OP is being sarcastically humourous, since he's brought up the topic of TB qualificaitons, I would hope the board would consider following the lead of the moderator team and quickly and unanimously vote that completion of a 30-day suspension would be cause for immediate expulsion from TB.
As for your suggestion, maybe minimum period for redemption. I would hate to disqualify some folks because a moderator had it out for them. (Not that that's ever happened before)
Apr 11, 2007 | 3:51 pm
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In what sense is that proposal a "movement . . . to be a pure travel board[?]" Unless post counts DO matter very much to those who disclaim that possibility, I really can't see how this proposal changes FT one bit.
Apr 11, 2007 | 3:57 pm
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Isn't the highlighted language a bit of an overstatement? The proposal is not to count OMNI posts in post totals, not to eliminate OMNI or any other forum.
In what sense is that proposal a "movement . . . to be a pure travel board[?]" Unless post counts DO matter very much to those who disclaim that possibility, I really can't see how this proposal changes FT one bit.
In what sense is that proposal a "movement . . . to be a pure travel board[?]" Unless post counts DO matter very much to those who disclaim that possibility, I really can't see how this proposal changes FT one bit.
Apr 12, 2007 | 9:04 am
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I don't know - I travel on a lot of freebies and other awards that I don't get credit for but I have a lot of advice to offer.
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Apr 12, 2007 | 9:26 am
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Isn't the highlighted language a bit of an overstatement? The proposal is not to count OMNI posts in post totals, not to eliminate OMNI or any other forum.
In what sense is that proposal a "movement . . . to be a pure travel board[?]" Unless post counts DO matter very much to those who disclaim that possibility, I really can't see how this proposal changes FT one bit.
In what sense is that proposal a "movement . . . to be a pure travel board[?]" Unless post counts DO matter very much to those who disclaim that possibility, I really can't see how this proposal changes FT one bit.
Apr 12, 2007 | 9:51 am
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If the motion passes, will I stop viewing or contributing to OMNI? NO.... I now enjoy OMNI and will regardless of whether or not post counts are tallied. If, however, this motion can stop some members from the 500 posts a day or whatever insane number it is... then I am all for the motion.
If not counting posts in OMNI will cause people to not contribute, then just how committed to this community were they to begin with?
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Apr 12, 2007 | 10:24 am
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This is what I do not understand.... I do not believe the motion says anything of the sort. OMNI is not being closed down nor removed from Flyertalk.
If the motion passes, will I stop viewing or contributing to OMNI? NO.... I now enjoy OMNI and will regardless of whether or not post counts are tallied. If, however, this motion can stop some members from the 500 posts a day or whatever insane number it is... then I am all for the motion.
If not counting posts in OMNI will cause people to not contribute, then just how committed to this community were they to begin with?
William
If the motion passes, will I stop viewing or contributing to OMNI? NO.... I now enjoy OMNI and will regardless of whether or not post counts are tallied. If, however, this motion can stop some members from the 500 posts a day or whatever insane number it is... then I am all for the motion.
If not counting posts in OMNI will cause people to not contribute, then just how committed to this community were they to begin with?
William
I would reverse the question. If posts dont count, how committed is the community to the forum?
Again, this is especially since it is just Omni. We would be having a very different discussion, it one at all, if it was all things not related to points and miles. Singleing Omni out is sending a message that it is not a part of the community, it doesnt count. That is the real message, if it werent, the easy solution would be to close down the counting threads and other blatant post padding.
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Apr 12, 2007 | 10:29 am
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As much as it pains me to say so, I agree with the OP. 
But I would go further: not only should TB members be required to prove travel, they should also be required to pass tests on the arcana of rules regarding travel & frequent flyer programs. Can you tell us when it's allowed to transit Asia twice on an xONEx fare? If not, you shouldn't be on TalkBoard! 
But I would go further: not only should TB members be required to prove travel, they should also be required to pass tests on the arcana of rules regarding travel & frequent flyer programs. Can you tell us when it's allowed to transit Asia twice on an xONEx fare? If not, you shouldn't be on TalkBoard!
Apr 12, 2007 | 11:01 am
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Guys, can we please stay on topic?
The OMNI thread was shut sown and I don't want a serious proposal getting lost in the other discussion.
Thanks.
The OMNI thread was shut sown and I don't want a serious proposal getting lost in the other discussion.
Thanks.