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How do I become a mod?

mzmingle

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    • Right.
    Guys, I know I can't ask to be a mod.
    I know we have to be kind etc.
    but is there anything else?

    EDIT: Doesn't really matter now
     

    Guy

    just a guy
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    • I didn't have the qualities to be a moderator (or even an S-mod) when I first joined the forums either, but look at me now. :o Anyone has the chance of being a mod, it's how you act on the forums and what you do that determine if you have the right qualities or not.

    To be a mod, it's fairly simple. First off, make sure you know the community rules, this way you stay out of trouble and keep a clean record. A no brainer, but being active is key. To be a mod, higher staff first need to decide if a forum is in need of a new moderator. If you're active in that specific section or section(s), you may just be suggested and even chosen if majority is in favor of you.

    Making well thought out posts, reporting anything you notice that goes against the rules, being respectful, helpful, contributing to the forum by participating in activities and whatnot all help. It shows that you have what it takes to be a mod as well as dedication.

    These are all things I followed before becoming part of the staff and still follow even now.

    For a quick go-to answer on how to become a moderator you can check out the FAQ by clicking here and just above that explains the different staff ranks.
     
    Captain Fabio

    Captain Fabio

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    • You don't ask, that is how.

    Just enjoy the community, help out, report something if it is against the rules and so on.

    Moderators are reviewed and selected by the higher staff. As with many forums, the general rule of thumb is "do not ask to be a mod or you will not become one." Anyway, moderators are chosen for their assets to the forum. If you would like to be a potential candidate, be sure to be kind, helpful, and make smart, quality posts. Don't spam and respect all those around you. When a moderator is needed in one of the areas you are constantly active in, you may be asked.

    A moderator's job includes, but is not limited to, moving and closing threads, as well as editing any inappropriate ones. There is, however, much more to it than that. You must be mature and non-biased at all times and you cannot let your feelings on a certain topic influence your judgment. You must be fair to every member, no matter who, and it can even become a chore to come on each day whether you want to or not. It really can be quite stressful, so be sure you can handle this before you aspire to be one right away.
    Click to expand...

    :::Edit:::
    Ninja'd =[​
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    Nick

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    • Seen yesterday
    So you want to be a moderator...

    Shameless advertisement! But I explained how to become one in a lot more depth at the link above. If you're really interested in becoming one, take a look there! It's tl;dr and nearly maxed character limit. But if you or anyone else is up to reading it, there it is...
     
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