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  1. nomad

    Take a break from forums?

    I did take a break from forums briefly. I started using forums in 2013 and between 2015 and 2018, I was very active on forums, I was even earning from forums. However, when my most loved forums started closing down, I took a break from forums in 2019 and started posting on forums again in 2021
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    Hidden Sections

    I do not have any hidden section on my forum, my boards are public. I have never felt any necessity of having a hidden section. That's because I do not have a lot of staff in my forum who might need a special forum, and I also do not have adult talk section that needs to be hidden.
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    Which should I pick?

    Well, I am not using any premium software, I am using open source platforms. I have used Xenoforo, vBulletin, and IPB as a staff on multiple forums and based on my experience, I think Xenforo is an ideal platform to run a community. But then it also depends on how much you are willing to spend...
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    How do you choose moderators?

    If you maintain an active community, I think you should choose moderators form your own community. You can check his posting quality, rule following, etc. to determine whether he will be a good moderator or not. However, when I hired moderator, I chose someone I knew from a personal life. I do...
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    Your earliest forum memory

    The first forum I ever joined was Hubpages forum, it was a forum for the writers of hubpages. I was using it until some people started trolling me. That was back in 2013. IN 2015, I joined The Form Wheel and Postloop and posted on a lot of forums through these post exchange platforms.
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    Cross-site punishments

    I would never do that. If someone gets banned, it is because of some major violation. However, this person could have learned a lesson and could be a good user on another forum, so there is no need to punish for past mistake. Having said that I would keep a close eye on this guy to see potential...
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    Does your forum offer a paid VIP option?

    I have not enabled VIP option on my forums. I have nothing special to offer for the VIP members therefore I have not tried this feature. However, I do want to monetize my forum through VIP subscriptions. However, before that I need organic activities on my forums.
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    How many forums do you own?

    I own three forums, however, I am trying to sell one of my forums and only keep two forums for myself. That's because running too many forums when you do not have a lot of money for marketing and cannot devote a lot of time on the forum, your will not grow. There is no point in maintaining a...
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    How many staff members is too many?

    It depends on how big is your forum (in terms of member base and daily activities). I run a forum where the only activities I get is when I buy posting packages, so I don't really need a staff, I don't have a staff. However, if I was getting 100-200 daily posts, I would have at least one...
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    How many pair of shoes do you have?

    I have two pair of shoes, one is a boot and another is loafer shoes. I use boots for casual occasion, traveling, and trekking, and loafer shoes for formal occasions, such as meeting, formal gatherings, evening parties. I also have a paid of slipper that I use for neighborhood stroll and evening...
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    Do you still use pen and paper?

    I stopped using pen and paper for writing a long time ago. I do use it for signing documents, checks, etc. but I do not write any more. I use computer for all sorts of communication. Even if I want to send a snail mail, I will type my letter and sign it before sending. Do you still use pen and...
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    What is the silliest way that you’ve been injured?

    When I was a kid I sat on a calf's back and suddenly the calf sprang up and I fell down. My elbow was dislocated. It took more than 4 weeks to fix the had. Actually, I broke my both hands when I was a kid, and both time the reason was silly.
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    Anyone loves Wal-Mart?

    We don't have Walmart here and I have never purchased anything from their online store. Since I have never used Walmart, I cannot say whether I like them or dislike them.
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    Paying for posts

    I have worked as a paid poster on multiple forums, I am still a paid poster on a couple of forums. I have also frequently hired paid posters on my forums. I think having paid posters on the forum is good because you will get activities as well as quality posters. I not only hire paid posters...
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    Free Forum Hosting

    What are your thoughts on free forum hosting like proboards? What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of using these free forum hosting services? How do you compare free forum hosting services with open source forum software. I have never used free hosted forums but I am running a...
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    What do you think about SMF

    SMF is one of the best forum software I have ever used. It runs fast and also mobile responsive. I have been running SMF forum for a year without any issues. I think the forum offers most of the features offered by premium software like XF. Have you used SMF, what do you think about this open...
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    Have You Used phpBB

    I have a forum running on phpBB. I really like phpBB, it has a clean interface, is mobile-friendly, and loads very fast. It has an amazing community and you can get help and support easily. The only drawback is it is difficult to handle, especially if you are someone with zero knowledge of...
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    Things to Remember While Investing Online

    When venturing into online investments, it is very crucial that you avoid high-yield investment programs (HYIPs) and Ponzi schemes. These fraudulent schemes often promise quick and substantial returns, making them enticing but ultimately you will lose your invested money. To distinguish...
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    How to Improve Conversion Through Ads

    Here are three ways to improve conversion through ads: Communication: Keep the conversation going. Engage with your customers regularly to build a lasting relationship. Incentives and Rewards: Everyone loves a good deal. Offer loyalty programs or rewards to keep your customers coming back for...
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    How to Improve Your Finances

    Here are my two cents on improving finances: Start saving! Begin with saving at least 10 percent of your earnings and live on 90 percent of what you make. Invest like a boss. Investing is not just for people with a lot of money, you can start investing even with a small amount. You need to put...
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