No, I don't know. Thank you! You are absolutely right to encourage interaction, this is the key to success. I was upset that I didn't succeed more in this regard, especially since I understand the need. I usually respond to all comments, even if I'm late. I haven't settled in with the new community yet, but I'll do it soon.
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I think it's working out so far, we've definitely got the ball rolling. I'm trying something radical next week which I believe will further increase engagement in the following week, little experiment.
Don't stress over needing to be highly engaged with others, just do your thing and have fun. I'm working on making sure the contest is balanced well enough for all kinds of content and people. It's a challenge but I'll make it happen.
Any experiment is good, especially if it manages to make improvements. I can only say that after years of observation I found that voting for comments, offering rewards is the most successful strategy for increasing interaction. It doesn't always bring the most valuable participation but it can be numerous.
I'm not stressed with the level of engagement, I used to be much more productive but I got tired. What I do I do with pleasure and I hope it lasts longer. Thank you!
Very true. It also highlights some valuable information surrounding accounts who are just commenting for the sake of commenting. As soon as you start flashing lavish prizes, the moths come out.
Unfortunately, this is what happens. However, discernment is needed, the one who votes for the comments, usually the author of the post, votes for the comments that are worthwhile. No system is perfect but you have to try until you find one that works.
Agreed. I have put some decent work into the merit system now, it just needs a good test run and some tweaking. I'm going to release some information about it today in prep for next weeks word (likely going to tag all of the participants so far).
I am curious to see this system of merit. I am convinced that it will be well done and it is important that all participants know and understand it well.
To tag all of the participants is a very good method. There are many contests and challenges that use this method.
You used the phrase "The power of words" in the previous comment. I'm sorry I didn't think of this power! This enormous power. It would have been a good topic for this contest.