What's the problem with newbie introductions?

[jaxbobg]

Not a real criticism here, but I've noticed that a lot of the seasoned members habitually reply to New Member introductions, as it should be. Kudos to you regulars and moderators!:clapping:

But why is the message an often times "Welcome to TT" and not much else? If it's their first or second post don't you wonder who they are, where they're from, or what they ride?

I always take a look at their profile and try to personalize it a little, so they know there is a real person behind the screen that gives a squat that they found our board.

Sure, I get it, you're super busy and don't have time to respond to stuff, but feel like you're obligated to reply to new posts. I do too. Obviously you don't need the big post count to boost your rep on the TT board, so why bother?

If you don't have time to reply, don't worry about it, plenty of other members will fill in the gap. You folks are the greatest, but sometimes you just try too hard.

 

[Trent]

Hi Jaxbobg! Welcome to Triketalk!. ; )

 

[jaxbobg]

Hi Jaxbobg! Welcome to Triketalk!. ; )

:laugh::laugh: Real funny Trent. The post was actually a serious question. Maybe it doesn't matter a wad in the big picture, just wondering.

 

[Trent]

Yeah,, I know it was,, but had to have some fun with ya..! Most of the time I am very busy, not retired yet by a long shot, with limited time to read everything on here. I actually open only about 4 to 5 forums. General, travel, HD trikes, BBQ grillin' & The Jungle. Firearms once in a while. There is nothing else I can add or do to my old antique 2011. I don't even open threads about Trikes 2014 and up, or about Freewheelers. I do really like Freewheelers though.


Many of the questions posted I have already seen answered, some by me, many many times. Don't have time to read a 39 page thread about water bottle holders.:AGGHH: I don't even carry one. Have to be choosey where I spend my time...such as this thread!! Ha ha!

I know there are plenty of guys on here to jump in and get the newbies navigated. My standard answer these days would be to use the search feature,, you will find at least 100 threads about your question. So I appreciate that guys like you can put more effort into that than some of us can..!!! So.... Good job,,, and Thanks!!! ThumbUp

 

[Papa Zook]

Trent=Donald Trump of Trike Talk

 

[Mick]

To me sometimes just an acknowledgement that youve joined is enough for some people. My favorite issue is the ones that never introduce themselves and have an issue. Then they post on every forum related to their bike and then never say thank you or get back with what they found.

 

[Trent]

Trent=Donald Trump of Trike Talk

HaHa!! Yep... It's Yuge!!!! Yuge I tell ya!!

 

[jaxbobg]

To me sometimes just an acknowledgement that youve joined is enough for some people. My favorite issue is the ones that never introduce themselves and have an issue. Then they post on every forum related to their bike and then never say thank you or get back with what they found.

You're absolutely right, Mick.

I've looked back at some of the new member entries and see that they've only posted once or twice, then nothing for 6 months or a year or more. Why do they bother signing up? Maybe they're trolling, or troublemakers, or maybe they're habitual joiners.

I read a lot of general interest forums every day, but I don't register on most because I don't plan to contribute much to their discussions or visit their site very often.

Personally, I like to take an interest in the newbies, whether they are real TT potential or just passing through.

Like you said, sometimes just an acknowledgement is sufficient.
Myself, I've found a real home here! :AllGood:

 

[jaxbobg]

HaHa!! Yep... It's Yuge!!!! Yuge I tell ya!!

Are you a comedian on your day off?

Here's a headline from "The Right Scoop":
Trump still has a YUGE LEAD in new post-debate national poll.

Thought you didn't have time to be reading this kind of effluent.
(Yeah, yeah, I know, just look it up for yourself.)

 

[irmagoo]

well gota say when I showed up @ tt was happy that some folks took the time to say welcome to.... or aboard or what ever.
guess we could all try a little harder,,,,
but I say thanks to all that take the time to say anything encouraging to my posting- no mater how brief- I think this is a great forum- party on!!
magoo

 

[jaxbobg]

well gota say when I showed up @ tt was happy that some folks took the time to say welcome to.... or aboard or what ever.
guess we could all try a little harder,,,,
but I say thanks to all that take the time to say anything encouraging to my posting- no mater how brief- I think this is a great forum- party on!!
magoo

Well, of course.

You are a valued member of this board and we're always glad to see you post. I didn't mean to belittle those who don't post a big response to the new member. Me personally, I like to take a minute to say something meaningful. Is it a big deal? Of course not!

I'm just old and crotchety, a curmudgeon set in my ways with a mouth that hasn't a brain cell attached to it. Can you tell?? :Joker3:

 

[clint44]

To me sometimes just an acknowledgement that youve joined is enough for some people. My favorite issue is the ones that never introduce themselves and have an issue. Then they post on every forum related to their bike and then never say thank you or get back with what they found.

Or,the ones that get multiple pages of welcomes,questions about their ride,etc and never respond again.

 

[Trent]

Are you a comedian on your day off?

Here's a headline from "The Right Scoop":
Trump still has a YUGE LEAD in new post-debate national poll.

Thought you didn't have time to be reading this kind of effluent.
(Yeah, yeah, I know, just look it up for yourself.)

What day off?! I will take the time to read or spout about any kind of effluent {and I already knew that shi**y definition} if it makes me laugh, or at least smile.! Laffin' is my favorite emotion as it can have a direct affect on all the other emotions. Glad you have a sense of humor too... A lot of folks here are lacking in that dept these days.... :kpzxvq: ThumbUp

 

[Papa Zook]

I appreciate anyone that posts a welcome to new members, no matter what they post. I agree it's nice to read the profile and respond with a personalized message and I'm glad to see you doing that jaxbob, but not everyone can be expected to do it every time, especially when it is usually the same dozen or so people who almost always take the time to welcome folks. Kudos to the dedicated greeters! You guys rock!

 

[Trent]

HaHa!! Yep... It's Yuge!!!! Yuge I tell ya!!

Off topic... But speaking of Trump... I am kinda diggin' on this Chick now..!!

 

[jaxbobg]

Off topic... But speaking of Trump... I am kinda diggin' on this Chick now..!!