Reply to: Extension time - been told verbally but nothing sorted yet

[eek]

Not unfriendly? Really. I'd be interested to see how many newbies have come onto these boards asked a possibly basic question, been flamed by one of the regulars and never come back.

Also, its an internet forum. No-one is forcing you to read every single post. If someone posts something you aren't interested in then dont read it or reply. Simple.

Some people on here act as if I'm standing on their front lawn with a loudspeaker...

In my case I know I will happily answer a few stupid questions from anyone. There is however a limit when that person starts asking the 3rd or 5th basic question and they clearly haven't read the previous comments.

[contractoralan]

Not unfriendly? Really. I'd be interested to see how many newbies have come onto these boards asked a possibly basic question, been flamed by one of the regulars and never come back.

Also, its an internet forum. No-one is forcing you to read every single post. If someone posts something you aren't interested in then dont read it or reply. Simple.

Some people on here act as if I'm standing on their front lawn with a loudspeaker...

[psychocandy]

Probably did understand quite well but we are dealing with the kind of person that just says whatever comes into their heads. I don't know why people do it, but perhaps they are lonely and it's a form of attention seeking like people who have a loud but banal conversation on their mobile phone on public transport.

Perhaps it's time to start ignoring this type of person or negative repping them so everyone will know that they are inclined to not listen to people. It's not that we're unfriendly here but that there are some people on the forum who patiently give good answers (often to variations on frequently asked questions) and newcomers need to listen carefully and consider what these people have to say rather than babbling.

Not unfriendly? Really. I'd be interested to see how many newbies have come onto these boards asked a possibly basic question, been flamed by one of the regulars and never come back.

Also, its an internet forum. No-one is forcing you to read every single post. If someone posts something you aren't interested in then dont read it or reply. Simple.

Some people on here act as if I'm standing on their front lawn with a loudspeaker...

[Wanderer]

Read SueEllen's post You didn't understand this either, did you?

Probably did understand quite well but we are dealing with the kind of person that just says whatever comes into their heads. I don't know why people do it, but perhaps they are lonely and it's a form of attention seeking like people who have a loud but banal conversation on their mobile phone on public transport.

Perhaps it's time to start ignoring this type of person or negative repping them so everyone will know that they are inclined to not listen to people. It's not that we're unfriendly here but that there are some people on the forum who patiently give good answers (often to variations on frequently asked questions) and newcomers need to listen carefully and consider what these people have to say rather than babbling.

[contractoralan]

Me:

They may just be polite not telling you.

You:

Not really sure if some of the people on here would act like they do on here in public either mind.

What is the difference here? You didn't read and grasp what was told, but keep on 'talking'. That's what we have told you many, many times.

Read SueEllen's post

Your questions aren't dull it just seems that you don't read and take the time to comprehend the answers given to you.

Sometimes it's a good idea to read a rely, and go away for a couple of hour sor even a day to think it over and understand it before posting something else.


Probably because they can't understand why you don't read and understand the clear answer someone has spoon fed you already.

You didn't understand this either, did you?

[The Agents View]

You possibly might have a point but you've got to admit this is a pretty unfriendly place at times. I dont understand why people get so wound up.

You think it's unfriendly to you??

Flaming contractors - don't know you're born!

[psychocandy]

Try behaving the same way as you do here to a bunch of strangers in real life. Probably they too will get wound up . They may just be polite not telling you.

oops. am I feeding the troll?
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Not really sure if some of the people on here would act like they do on here in public either mind. They'd probably get a right kicking....

[contractoralan]

You possibly might have a point but you've got to admit this is a pretty unfriendly place at times. I dont understand why people get so wound up.

Try behaving the same way as you do here to a bunch of strangers in real life. Probably they too will get wound up . They may just be polite not telling you.

oops. am I feeding the troll?
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[psychocandy]

Your questions aren't dull it just seems that you don't read and take the time to comprehend the answers given to you.

Sometimes it's a good idea to read a rely, and go away for a couple of hour sor even a day to think it over and understand it before posting something else.


Probably because they can't understand why you don't read and understand the clear answer someone has spoon fed you already.

You possibly might have a point but you've got to admit this is a pretty unfriendly place at times. I dont understand why people get so wound up.

[psychocandy]

Your questions aren't dull, but people could easily get the impression that you are one of those people who just talk too much. Do you know the kind of person that just says whatever comes into their heads and they don't think things through. It starts to grate after a while because it feels like you're talking a lot, but you aren't saying anything but perhaps that's intentional.

Possibly an accurate description here to be honest.

And yeh I know what trolling is and OK I suppose I dont do it deliberately but you must be fair, its not hard to get a reaction is it?

[SueEllen]

ok ill admit I did ask some dull questions at first maybe.

Your questions aren't dull it just seems that you don't read and take the time to comprehend the answers given to you.

Sometimes it's a good idea to read a rely, and go away for a couple of hour sor even a day to think it over and understand it before posting something else.

but I do find it a bit entertaining that people get so wound up. its weird.

Probably because they can't understand why you don't read and understand the clear answer someone has spoon fed you already.

[Wanderer]

ok ill admit I did ask some dull questions at first maybe.

Your questions aren't dull, but people could easily get the impression that you are one of those people who just talk too much. Do you know the kind of person that just says whatever comes into their heads and they don't think things through. It starts to grate after a while because it feels like you're talking a lot, but you aren't saying anything but perhaps that's intentional.

but I do find it a bit entertaining that people get so wound up. its weird.

That's called trolling. I understand that there is a section of the forum called "General" where people do this, perhaps this would be a good place for you to amuse yourself.

[portseven]

In a similar situation several people have said I need to be extended and am crucial to a number of strategic projects but nothing is sorted. Have told client that I am activky looking for work, they understand and are cool with that.

They are as frustrated with the red tape as anyone. When and if the extent ion comes in I expect to have a few options to help with the rate rise discussions :-)

[psychocandy]

That option tends to hold true I must admit but some people make themselves a much easier target than most. Everyone has a threshold before they break and you seem to be pushing most peoples... and you can't see it which is the strangest thing. You take advice from people that tell you something but don't take a hint from people that say naughty things. They are both a form of feedback. You can't take one and ignore the other (the odd ones maybe).

Most of your threads end up in you taking some abuse nowadays, and not from the same people. No Smoke, fire etc....

ok ill admit I did ask some dull questions at first maybe.

but I do find it a bit entertaining that people get so wound up. its weird.

[cojak]

For ****s sake, grow a pair man, or become a permie.

Now, ****off.

Yes, I have had a bad day.....

Have you bad day over in General, not here please...