Graham Greenbag
Well-known member
Without taking sides I believe that criticism of others (constructive criticism excepted) is generally unhelpful and if not moderated does lead to folk not talking to each other. The moderators here on UU seem to have a light but effective touch and thankfully their action is rarely needed. They have removed the (advertising) post that John was referring to though and its rightful absence might have an effect on current context.
I recall a thread where I was ‘jumped on’ for making an unpopular observation that later proved to be very valid. That type of thing leads to people harbouring grudges and dulls the collaborative spirt that unites us. Suggesting that some amateur builder is lazy might, from the professional’s perspective, contain elements of truth to it. However, sitting at the other side of the table it could feel like a most unjust and unwarranted criticism. Having been criticised by a Ukulele God, and feeling the comment unfair, the victim will likely remember and snipe back at some point; and so totally unnecessary conflict commences.
This is Ken’s thread and I don’t want to divert it further. What I would say about Ken is that he’s a fine example of how to post in ways that are both helpful and (at the same time) none controversial.
As for boxes IMHO their purpose is to protect the valuable content within and as such they need to be reliable and strong enough - and at a good price too. Packaging is, I think, something different and sadly the way something is presented by expert packing can be more important to A SALE than the product within the wrapping. (In his post John too answers the comment "Product packaging is the most important part of any product.")
I recall a thread where I was ‘jumped on’ for making an unpopular observation that later proved to be very valid. That type of thing leads to people harbouring grudges and dulls the collaborative spirt that unites us. Suggesting that some amateur builder is lazy might, from the professional’s perspective, contain elements of truth to it. However, sitting at the other side of the table it could feel like a most unjust and unwarranted criticism. Having been criticised by a Ukulele God, and feeling the comment unfair, the victim will likely remember and snipe back at some point; and so totally unnecessary conflict commences.
This is Ken’s thread and I don’t want to divert it further. What I would say about Ken is that he’s a fine example of how to post in ways that are both helpful and (at the same time) none controversial.
As for boxes IMHO their purpose is to protect the valuable content within and as such they need to be reliable and strong enough - and at a good price too. Packaging is, I think, something different and sadly the way something is presented by expert packing can be more important to A SALE than the product within the wrapping. (In his post John too answers the comment "Product packaging is the most important part of any product.")
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