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It is clear that in general, Commenting activities are more often done by Community Moderators (not all of them) and of course it is the main obligation for SLC Teachers to provide evaluations for those who participate. In some communities, to lure people into commenting, the community team creates a commenting contest, and I really appreciate that work, which is something that every community should do.
The life of a communication in social networks is to comment, so it would be ironic if social media users, in this case Steemit, only prioritize making posts, then wait for a favorable feedback, of course Upvote. I also admit that I am also carried away by a culture that seems to contain elements of selfishness, maybe some users really want to actively comment, but some don't care about it and seem like unrequited, and that's unpleasant.
In my experience, which I actually also learned from the #wewrite Writing Course that you created @inspiracion with @wakeupkitty. There are some techniques that are usually / should be done in commenting, with the aim of getting good interaction (although not always):
Read with empathy, Give the author's published piece your full attention, then show that you care by trying to understand the essence of the piece.
Use kind and polite language, Gentle and respectful words can create a pleasant atmosphere for the author.
Give praise or appreciation, Sincerely appreciating the writer's efforts or achievements can make them feel valued.
Show respect, Avoid comments or actions that demean or offend others.
Provide emotional support, When someone needs support, we can encourage them by giving a little advice.
I think by cultivating commenting with these things in mind, a positive relationship can be established between fellow users.
It is highly recommended to read the complete article first before giving more meaningful, relevant, and targeted comments. This also shows that you appreciate and understand the content of the writing, and can give a more specific appreciation of the things conveyed in the writing.
A good comment should not just repeat things that have already been written in a post. While appreciating the main points of a piece is important, more valuable comments are those that show additional understanding and perspective. Comments like these show more active engagement and can enrich the conversation.
To make your comments interesting and spark curiosity, there are also some elements that can be added, such as:
A unique opinion or new perspective, Provide a different view or an unusual idea. This will make people feel interested to see how your perspective relates to the content.
Questions that Open Discussion, Asking questions that are thought-provoking or relevant to the topic can trigger others to think further and want to respond.
Specific Compliments, Instead of just saying “good”, give more specific compliments, such as appreciating the way the author conveys an idea or how they tackle a problem. This shows your attention to detail.
Personal Evidence, Including relevant experiences or examples can give depth to your comments, making them more interesting and relatable.
Light Language Style, Avoid comments that seem too formal. A light, easy-to-understand language style and a bit of humor can make your comments more engaging.
With these elements, your comment will stand out and encourage people to engage further.
I've made a few comments recently, although not very often, on posts that caught my eye, I was provoked to leave a comment. If you want to see, here are the comments I made on the posts of my fellow Steemians:
Comment 1
Comment 2
Comment 3
What if I don't get a response to my comment? As long as I get an interesting point in a post, I will comment and don't really care if I get a response or not from the author. So just leave a comment sincerely.
I'm interested to also see the views on “Comments” from @heriadi @cryptopie and @joslud
I must have some brain damage since strangely enough I hardly recognize the lessons I wrote for #wewrite in the tips you wrote down but that's okay since it's good to have your own style of writing and for sure you make friends with it.
So you are saying that short comments are better than long ones? May I ask why? It's for sure not what I on average will vote for or will nominate or what will impress me nor what brings value to this platform unless there is a thread of comments/replies.
The way you describe how we should comment is exactly how AI would do it.
Agreeing with what is written, no need to say what is wrong, to make corrections, no need to engage, or share anything, just the average blah, blah, blah where the answer will be in average: thanks, okay, I will next time or no answer at all with the end result your comments is useless and didn't impress anyone.
The only times I notice people are willing to reply (most don't care and do not even check their notifications) is when they are angry or trying to achieve something. If you check the comment sections and scroll through a week or two you will see who the real commenters are, who uses AI to generate a summary of what is written, and so on. And the moderator reports? Most of them are the same and bring nothing new. Perhaps I know 5 moderators willing to write a bit of text. Most of them don't read and never say a word about typos, the wrong hashtags and so on. It's just a copy-paste answer which you can also see in their comment section.
If it comes to me I rather see a personal comment instead of fake politeness and tiptoeing but I assume this is a cultural difference? I don't believe I can be friends with someone who is always polite and hides his real feelings. Can you?
Did you ever share your opinion, your thoughts or is that something you only do in your offline life?
Sorry, that my comment is long, no need to answer.
I wish you a good weekend and fun on Steemit.
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You must actually be testing my memory, in #wewrite, you require participants to comment on several posts in several communities. Plus, you also gave the format of the items you scored in each comment.
Observations, this point requires reading attentively every post written by other users and finding something unique about the post (story/image/experience) that triggers a reaction. Speaking of Valuable Information, apart from sharing videos or images, you can also give advice. Now related to Question, it is a good strategy to provoke responses in the form of answers that will be an asset to continue interacting (although not always successful).
Yes, I don't recommend comments that are too long, if they seem to be floating around without a clear purpose. I don't think this applies to you, I mean few people are able or willing to make long comments, not just long, but have something worth entering the reader's mind.
What about Moderator reviews, yes most of them are just playing the template and very few want to add words of opinion about the post they are reviewing, but that's not a mistake is it? Because there are no certain rules and just like the right to comment, users also have the right not to comment.
So if I become a Moderator, what is your advice for me?
I would like to see moderators engage. If it comes to me there's no need to leave a report. For #wewrite those rules were set, so do many other communities follow rules but 50% of the info is never checked if not more let aloe the text is read. If that would be the case remarks would be made about titles, use of photos, strange codes visible, 50% of the text is the same line being repeated, the wrong use of hashtags (typos included) and questions about the text would be made.
A group of commenters (the new moderator) would benefit the communities and Steemit more. Let's not pretend as if those mod-reports are studied. 99% if not 99.9% ignores what is written. If you saw one, you saw them all.
In a personal comment certain points can be pointed out as well. The past months a lot has changed. Clubstatus, powerdowns are no longer a reason to shut anyone out. Commitment/engagement counts.
AI is harder to check so good readers are needed. People willing to read through the account to see if there's a nice, change in writing style.
I don't know what your reason are to be a modeator. To earn or? Since that makes a world of difference but overall I would say don't sell your soul for a boosting vote and do what feels good to you. Here a burnout is around the corner.
If you like to read and comment you are welcome at the freewriters.
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I have no hesitation in saying that you are the queen of moderation, and I would like to be one of the group of commenters as you put it. I would love the opportunity to liven up the commenting, supporting what you do. Tell me the secret about your never-ending tirelessness!
Than join me and start commenting in freewriters. If it works well I will set you as a moderator. All you have to do is to read and learn the freewriters know. Artistic people are a different breed and we no reports are needed but AI and plagiarism should be checked. I will see you there.
What makes you think I am never tired? Of course, I am but mainly my fingers from typing and at times my but or eyes. LOL A long sleep solves that. I like to read and thanks to being a moderator and curator I daily read great, interesting, surprising posts on my search for creativity. That's what drives me and gives a lot of energy. All I wish it more time to write for me which is the only downside but I am thinking about letting go of posting and commenting more or mainly. I will see what works out the best.
Hola, @fajrularifst
Has realizado una excelente publicación sobre los comentarios. Recoges recomendaciones fáciles de aplicar y seguir. Estoy de acuerdo contigo en que los comentarios ayudan tanto al que los realiza como al que los recibes.
Suerte en el concurso amigo.
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Comments are a way of communicating on platforms, and we should do it well, because we should. Unfortunately not everyone is of the same mindset, or perhaps just prefers to be commented on rather than making the comment itself. For some reason I'm thinking of having a regulation on commenting, if possible. What do you think?
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A regulation on commenting? What does that mean? And if you feel for that then why do you ask someone else's advice and don't just do it? Now I read your comment back I think you didn't make clear why commenting is valuable and even a need.
you literally say because we should (wrong translation or?).
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because we should is my way of emphasizing the importance of that beforehand.
I'm asking for other users' opinions on whether or not it's possible to make rules for commenting. It could be something like your usual Contest, 25 words minimum, 50 words would be great.
To take it further, what I was thinking is that commenting becomes mandatory for people who have influence on the platform, maybe starting with Steem Representatives, aren't they role models, who have influence and should set an example?
I agree that role models should comment. No matter if they are SR, host of a contest, the community founder or curator. I notice most don't. Can be they are busy but so am I still I comment with both accounts, try with all my 3 communities, 3 others I give a hand and I comment as a curator. Does any other curator do that although it is asked by the Steemit Team? It's a lot of typing...
Does it bring me anything? I doubt it but there is a lot to read and there are many posts worth a comment but I cannot comment 20 hours oer day while the rest leans back. A fact is not commenting is higher rewarded.
I ask 25 words because it is doable if it comes to a good comment and it can include a tip, question. If it comes to those 25 words "the greetings" and the "how do you do" is not included/(note that this question is considered insulting or a asked by an idiot in several cultures if you are not familiar or willing to listen to the answer!).
As you can see with Monkey business the average comment is always long, way longer than 25 words and close if not better than posts. Next to that people do reply, engage and share (fun facts included).
Indeed I have to invite them since what is not served isn't noticed (but still if the post isn't pinned they will comment if invited).
Now compare it with the other comment contests... If the host is not active people give up on it. If I don't show and invite people to join the contest of someone else no one shows up. How come? It is an easy win if you are the only participant. 🤔
Well said. If a club of 10-20 good commenters are active this platform looks way better but it was just for #wewrite...
A good weekend
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@fajrularifst
Well, I am not a fan of placing regulations on a spontaneous activity. Anyone who wants to comment can comment as they wish.
Of course, people can comment if they like but I think that is not what we are talking about but the course people followed out of free will to learn something.
That learning aspect turned out to be 0. They only commented because it was a part of the task, the same for trying out a new writing style which brings me back to the same problem we had with the SEC contests.
Commenting isn't done out of interest, because text is read and raises questions or thoughts worth sharing but it's only done for the chance of a big upvote.
And if we talk about upvote we talk about AI-generated summaries used for comments and with that we keep the circle alive (and with the noise list of course) and if it comes to it comments and posts are equal and done for the same reason. Most people here don't like to comment but also not to write.
A great weekend @joslud.
@fajrularifst asked for my opinion on this, and I'm just expressing it.