Increasing Popularity of PF - Ideas & Suggestions

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The discussion revolves around strategies to increase the popularity of the PF forum, which already boasts 30,000 members and a vibrant community. Suggestions include promoting PF through email signatures and encouraging members to invite friends, particularly those who share a genuine interest in science. However, there are concerns about maintaining quality over quantity, as increasing membership could lead to more disruptive members. The conversation touches on the need to define a target audience, with some members expressing frustration over content moderation that they feel is overly strict. Humor and light-hearted banter are prevalent, with playful suggestions like hosting contests or changing the forum's name to attract more users. The lack of female participation is also noted as a potential barrier to growth. Overall, the thread highlights a mix of serious and humorous approaches to fostering community engagement and attracting new members.
  • #31
Only super 400 fan of course! :-p
 
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  • #32
Tom Mattson said:
The obvious solution would be to have a Win A Date With Tom Mattson contest.
Ooh, where do I sign up?! :!) :rolleyes: Oh, wait, you meant to get new people here. :blushing:
 
  • #33
Moonbear said:
Ooh, where do I sign up?! :!) :rolleyes: Oh, wait, you meant to get new people here. :blushing:

Hey!

You a new member?

Welcome to PF! :biggrin:

Play along. ;)
 
  • #34
JasonRox said:
Hey!

You a new member?

Welcome to PF! :biggrin:

Play along. ;)

:rolleyes: Oh, yeah, sure, that's it, brand new, just signed up today when I heard about this contest. :biggrin:
 
  • #35
hm...I seem to remember a moonbear from PF ages past...that was a pretty fast mentorship...
 
  • #36
yomamma said:
hm...I seem to remember a moonbear from PF ages past...that was a pretty fast mentorship...
It was a special package offer, sign up for the contest and get a mentorship thrown in. :smile:
 
  • #37
Moonbear said:
It was a special package offer, sign up for the contest and get a mentorship thrown in. :smile:
hmmm...what do I have to do for administrator-ness? (hopefully nothing with the contst )
 

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