Are things seriously this horrible on Specktra?

[rbella]

Just so you know, I have spent the last hour trying to figure out how in the hell to use LJ. I FINALLY read the thread. It wasn't too bad. Just some typical bitching and moaning. But, I have to say, that trying to navigate the LJ threads was way harder than any other site I belong to.

HTH!

 

[SMMY]

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Originally Posted by rbella Just so you know, I have spent the last hour trying to figure out how in the hell to use LJ. I FINALLY read the thread. It wasn't too bad. Just some typical bitching and moaning. But, I have to say, that trying to navigate the LJ threads was way harder than any other site I belong to. HTH!

yeah, one you've used vBulletin, you get spoiled. I have to put on my wayback hat to remember how to use html code to do something simple like striking out a word on LJ. I think this is a much simpler format to navigate than LJ and much more goodies to play with.

oh and in the spirit of Mean Girls:

 

[bby112]

wow, again, that everyone has their opinions. I've never really encountered anything negative here. I mean people usually post when they have something to say. And not all people always have something to say so some threads just don't get many comments back. =\ I personally love it here. everyone here is nice and helpful, i learned soo much here and again, I LOVE THIS PLACE!

also, I'm not so much of a forum person and i found this place forum newbie friendly! i have no problems or what so ever navigating in spectra.net

 

[User49]

Out of the thousands of users that love specktra and think it's really fun and informative way to share the mac love, don't let a few spoil it for you. We love the site! xx

 

[aimee]

im glad i found specktra

 

[Calico]

I think if a person has a problem, they can report a post, or make suggestions for improvement. And I guess you will get bitchyness everywhere. Its not the SITES fault. If people are nasty they just make themselves look bad.
Plus its harder to pick up tone, and people can be sensitive too. Just one of those things.
At the end of the day, if they have a big problem, they should voice it.

P.s. I also found it hard to navigate in the beginning but you get used to it, and some have been a bit bitchy to others, but thats life.
I wont rob myself of the gr8 side for a few bad things that are easy to ignore.

 

[COBI]

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Originally Posted by Janice How come no one has ever told me? I've always been open to feedback, but I've never heard such horrible complaints from anyone. mac_cosmetics: Specktra Some quotes from the LJ entry I'm really sad now, I had no idea it was so horrible for people here.

OK, first off, I disagree with the LJ posters' general comments.

But secondly, how you can say "I've only post 2 times" and "I never get any credit/never get taken seriously/get talked down to every time" in the same sentence and have any credibility in your statement????

The reaction to two posts is not really enough to offer such a sweeping generalization of a site with tens of thousands of posts.

I have found specktra to be a supportive site overall. The only times I have felt "attacked" is actually by brand new posters versus the "regulars". Everyone once is a while there is are some superior-toned comments, but I go with the assumption that something's lost in translation (written tone v. verbal) and that the intentions would good, and I hope that others offer me the same if my posts inadvertently comes off as rude/superior/etc.

 

[redambition]

Seeing as this site uses a pretty standard vb layout, i don't think it's hard to navigate at all. while it's not identical to every other forum, it's similar enough to other vb forums around. some people get frustrated when shown a layout different to what they're used to. i don't think that's a reason to bitch about a site. i have seen many badly-designed sites... and this is NOT one of them.

the people? the specktra massive is a friendly bunch and while members may have their differences with one another there's nothing even close some of the public flaming and personal attacks i've seen on other forums. people will have their differences no matter what you do (fact of life) but specktra certainly doesn't breed or encourage any nasty behaviour imo.

Janice, I think you have done a wonderful job on this site and the number of active members proves this. the opinions of a few somewhere else certainly don't seem to be the majority opinion.

 

[stargirl01]

I'm sorry but those people are trying to be "Party Poopers". They just want to ruin our fun and love of Mac etc.
I'd find out who those people were on here and close their accounts lol. Ok, maybe not the best idea as they'd have more to bitch about.
Seriously, can't they just behave like intelligent, educated people and contact Janice etc if they have a problem so it can be fixed???

 

[lara]

Coming from an internet background of 4chan, somethingawful, public and private gaming servers and the like, I can assure you that this is one of the friendliest, most welcoming boards in existence.

 

[GlossyAbby]

I disagree.....I am newer to the forum not new to mac but just found out about this wonderful site this year and I think everyone has been VERY VERY nice not to mention this site has the best news breaking mac info out there!

 

[Corvs Queen]

I like Specktra because of the diversity here. I like Specktra because by no means is rude or bad behavior allowed. The Mods and Co. do a great job at keeping this place in line and I have only ever once experienced direct nastiness. Janice was quick to jump in and let me know that I should ignore said person's post because they had a tendency to be a troublemaker. Janice, things are great the way they are and I really wouldn't give this a second thought. You know much work you put into making this a great place and you know what your vision is for this place and I say as long as you doing what you invison with this site, then it's exactly like it should be. I always feel that if you are not happy with a certain forum then it's best you keep looking until you find one that best suits you. Wether it be LJ, Specktra or other related forums. I love it here and I am always logged in so I can pop in and out at all hours of the day.

 

[sweetbabyblue]

I'm new to this forum and I quite like it here!
I haven't had nagivation problems or posting but that might be because the posting features are similar to the Vogue forum that I'm used to

I like that Specktra has so many subforums, there's few subject restrictions, I like the random 'chatter' forum, it's so fun!
My only gripe is that the pricing webpage is not up to date

 

[MrsMay]

As a relatively new member, I have found this site to be really friendly and welcoming. Not once have I seen a person write something that was uncalled for.

I think this "clique" that the people on LJ are referring to is simply the friendships that have build up between people who post regularly. I have noticed this personally, but I did not interpret this as "cliquey", simply familiarity with the other member.

I would like to thank Janice and all the other mods for a well thought out, easy to navigate site. If these people just took the time to read the stickies, or use the search function, their experience on Specktra would probably be a much more enjoyable one.

 

[vocaltest]

I love Specktra, much prefer it to the LJ community. I remember when loads of people were mass accepted on there (me being one) they all seemed to be really unhappy about it.

I did reply to that thread saying I loved it but did mention that Specktra is hard to navigate... This was due to when I first joined, I didn't use it for ages because I couldn't navigate my way round... but now obviously I can!

Seriously, don't worry about it, there will always be people who will whinge about moan!

 

[asaphia]

I actually wouldn't worry Janice, I'm still a newbie here, but I've browsed a lot and gotten heaps of info and answers, and at the end of the day, there are so many people who also come here for the same reason. I guess the thing is that so many people have come to know each other because they've been members/posting for a while, so naturally there will be tighter 'groups' even if they're not intentional. I don't know anyone here personally or at all but I don't have a problem with it since I only joined a few weeks ago, and I know that the more I participate, the more familiar I'll be around the place, and the moer familiar others will find me. It's a two-way thing, at the end of the day. I've personally had this kind of experience in another forum a few years back and seriously, at the end of the day, as long as it's providing great service and info to people, and as long as a large number of people are having fun here, seriously don't worry yourself. Just know that there are WAY more people who actually appreciate a go-to place like this and your blog than those who bitch.

And what's the bet that people bitching about this place actually visit it more often than not to look at info or look for answers to their MAC/makeup related questions, don't leave a mark then pretend they're too high and mighty and make rude comments like that elsewhere? It's immature, but just rise above it, knowing you've got a good thing going.

 

[spectrolite]

Horrible?! No freakin way. I don't agree with those LJ comments. It just sounds like people having a whinge for the sake of having one. I can understand how comments like that could cause concern but honestly they shouldn't

As other posters have stated - You cannot please everyone. Soooo many people love and support this site. I've never felt that the posters here feel that they are above anyone. I feel that they are for the most part sweet, lovely and genuine people. I love our diversity, seeing all of the lovely faces in the FOTD's, getting the latest MAC news, reading thought provoking threads such as "If You Could Sleep with One Celebrity.." lolz and just being able to socialize and communicate with other people around the world. Seriously, we have an enviable community going on here!

And just to add - I cannot understand how it could be considered hard to navigate. Read, Point, Click...! This is one of the best looking forums around and I think it's just brilliant >_<

 

[Lauren1981]

the site is fine

obviously you can't please everyone. someone will have something crappy to say about ANY site and that's just the way it is. i've had one person get crappy with me a LONG time ago but it was just a case of seriously different opinions and it was nothing to get upset over.
i wouldn't worry about it. i'm on here every single day and have a certain group of friends/users/members who i always end up chatting/sharing a thread with.

no worries. they're not cool enough anyway

 

[sweetie0716]

This is my favorite site! I love that whenever I have something to talk about, that I'm either excited about or upset about, Specktra members are here. They listen and they respond truthfully and give excellent advice. It doesn't matter what I have to say. This is more like a family here, and I love that!

 

[SparklingWaves]

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Originally Posted by aziajs Hmmmm.... I wouldn't say that Specktra is horrible and from reading that LJ thread it seems that's not the general consensus either. Having said that I have had my issues with it. I do find some people to be rude but more so just abrasive/combative and I do see a cliquey atmosphere at times. I suppose, personally, when I need to take a break I do. I was absent from the site for about a year. My choice and it was the best thing for me to do. I came back and it seems better.

I totally agree.