Cliquey

[Gwyn Nicholas]

In passing, (and not for the first time of hearing) a fellow member of the Forum mentioned that he felt the Forum had become Cliquey. Although I had heard this said on another occasion, I was still suprised to hear the comment and found myself becoming defensive toward the very suggestion (passively of course). After giving it some thought, I believe I know where he was coming from but still the very word Clique did and does not fit in my opinion and would be interested how other members feel. The way I view the Forum and its users is this:

Forum management and Technical staff. Run the Forum efficiently and maintain discipline stopping a Forum becoming a free-for-all. Clique - NO - open to suggestion for the benefit of the Forum.

Wizards. The specialist members who deal with things such as research, military and Regimental history etc. Clique - NO - anyone can ask and anyone can add what they have .

Contributors. The members who are willing to Sound off, Ask questions, start Discussions, tell jokes, have go at the funny caption competition etc etc. This category are willing to post (warts and all) regardless of what others think of their spelling, grammar or general ability as writers. Clique - NO - just people willing to make a contribution where others are not.

Aloof/Unworthy/Snipers. People who think they are above sharing. Those who believe that what they have to offer is not worthy of sharing or are too embarassed to share, which really is a shame and finally those who occasionaly will chip in to "rock the boat" (not to be confused with giving an honest opinion) Clique - No - anyone can be in this the easiest of categories.

Where do you sit, is the Forum "Cliquey". If you think so, get involved! A clique by it's very nature ceases to be if all and sundry can participate.

[dutchman]

only clique (clickey) is my bones and joints but thats another thread for another day if i can remember what i said in the first place anyway off for my therapy .

[ap1]

Hi Gwyn, I suppose it would be useful to know what was causing the person to feel that. Was it any particular area of the forum? A particular thread, comment or perhaps an action by the admin team? Sometimes its possible we could do things that are perceived differently from what we intended. Good thread.

[rikoshea]

there are no clicks that i know of, there are sub forums that only individuals can contribute to, however there are a lot more other threads on here that can be added to.

[Lofty-25]

Gwyn,

Like other social network sites, you are going to get those who contribute and those who will either 'thank or like' the post and not comment on it

I do not think there is a 'clique' on the Forum, it may seem that way, as the majority of threads/posts are by the same Forum members

I was once asked my a Forum member why one thread had been stuck on the Forum main page for so long (a couple of months), i replied that "it will remain there until another Forum member has another thread to post

So in that sense it might seem 'cliquey' (different thread/post, same faces)

Unless the Forum member feels there is a certain area of the Forum that he feels is 'cliquey'

[Gwyn Nicholas]

Al, I believe, as Lofty above touched on, it is really about the same names appearing most of the time and in the majority of threads which is actually what is happening, the contributor category contributing - simple as and is no way down to being a clique. I dont believe there was anymore to it than that and certainly no direct indication to any particular part of the Forum. I personally do not feel that any part of the Forum falls into the category cliquey but that is only my opinion and I am genuinly interested in what others think, particularly those who perhaps feel they are unable to contribute for whatever reason.

I remember as a young soldier, the old boys telling the old tales of "the Wanchai warriors" Hong Kong days, the Waltzing Mat the selling of certain members of the Battalion (and this Forum) and more. Great stories that I never tired of, I was so envious. It is a shame that those stories and perhaps photographs of those days dont get an airing from time to time but the only people who can tell the tale had to be there. Perhaps I should pose the question.

[ivor43]

hi all. no, i dont think it it cliquy. i agree with lofty that some members contribute more than others but that does'nt make it a clique. the Funny Caption Comp for instance may have over 100 views buy only 5/6 entries
and these frequently the same folks.
the only threads which are by their nature cliquy are those specific to a group eg drums or alphas reunion etc
so as a non military member i dont see any problem.:err: unless i am percieved as part of the clique:unsure:

[steve bird]

interesting this one gwyn,maybe the forum management
could arange a yes or no vote for us to find out my vote
is a big no to cliquey thank you.:notworthy:

[Paul Hinge]

Gwyn's interpretation I feel is totally correct. If you check the visitors to the the site you can see many visitors and many don't contribute save pressing the like or thanks icon. I feel this is the most open chat room that exists and although FB is available this is a superb forum.
And perhaps if being a Royal Welchman or being someone who wants to support the forum because of its aims and principles is being cliquey then yes perhaps we are a clique.....but we are a clique of like-minded people who wish to debate and inform each other and I therefore make no excuses for being a forum member.

Hingey

[jcj]

Being a member of 1 SWB and then 1 RRW and not having been a member of the RWF I suggest that I would feel more than most if this site was cliquey. Despite some interesting discussions I have never felt the site was cliquey,in fact I feel very much at home whenever I contribute to the site.<o:p></o:p>

[John Turner]

clique
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noun /klēk/  /klik/ 
cliques, plural

A small group of people, with shared interests or other features in common, who spend time together and do not readily allow others to join them

Well, we're not so small a group, we do have shared interests etc in common but we readily allow others to join us.

Conclusion - Fail!




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[richie264]

I just nip in and out, and if it wasn't for the regular contributors I believe the site would be a much less interesting place, there's always something to catch your eye, even if the chat is not about DELTA'S. :winkicon:. Thanks everyone :notworthy:.

[Clive Rees (08)]

Wonderful Nick. Well put. Totally agree.

[Gwyn Nicholas]

I remember as a young Lcpl, myself and three other lads (Dilwyn may recall) were accused of being a Clique by a young-ish Ofiicer. Once I had looked up what it meant (pre EPC trained at this point) I remember feeling quite put out that he felt that way and disagreed with his view completely. We never saw eye to eye again throughout our careers. I hope ,that early into his career he learned the difference between a Clique and the close friendship that bonds a group of comrades. If not, he missed out on so much.

Judging from the response to this thread (thanks), I think it is fair to say that claim of Forum being Cliquey is not a true reflection of the site. It is true that the same names appear constantly but for me that is better than nothing appearing on the Forum at all. I look at the list of members below who have read this thread and I see many faces and characters that I have had the privilege to know and serve with. I know that these guys have tales to tell and humour to share ........if only.

Contributors keep contributing, readers keep reading and to those who just seek to find fault.......whatever floats your boat.

[ivor43]

hi gwyn
it might be of interest to know what exactly makes your friend think the forum is cliquy, if he is prepared to share his oppinion with us, then maybe we can do something to change it.

ivor

[Rog Ball 01]

In response to the complete thread, I agree with what has been said by all contributors. There are members who come on the site, look and leave without saying or doing anything. Yet, there are others, like myself, who contribute to the forum on a dail basis; I know my contribution is to VBookie and the Caption Competion but at least I do something.

Regarding FB and the Forum, of late I have seen things on FB that have not appeared on the Forum, which I find very strange. People must remember that not all Forum users go on FB, therefore anything that is applicable to both could be put on both.

[Gwyn Nicholas]

Ivor,

I think on reflection my friend and any others who share his original thoughts would rethink the term Cliquey and agree that the same names appearing all of the time is just a matter of fact rather than a closed shop.

Rog,

I see where you are coming from but you have to remember fb is a different kettle of fish. Some are more comfortable saying what they like on fb without censorship or a care to who or what may be offended by their comments. This Forum (thankfully) has higher standards. I myself enjoy a great deal of banter on fb with a number of members, the content of which may be found very monotonous and boring for this Forums readers, so I stick to fb - horses for courses. What people decide to put on the Forum is down to the individual and there is no "should" do about it. "Could", I think is a better word in this case and after reading your post it may inspire some to do exactly that.

[Rog Ball 01]

Thanks Gwyn and I have changed double should to could LOL.

[CARL PUGH]

Ok i will hold my hand up as i am part of the clique, yes the Forum Lottery Clique and all can join the clique by just joining and paying the money. As for the other parts of the Forum i see no Clique.

[ivor43]

thanks gwyn

[steve carey]

I think maybe somebody feels left out of something, Like when you start a new job etc everybody knows each other and talk about what topics they like etc, Being a scouser on this forum and only popping up now and again I have not come across anything I thought was remotely cliquey or bias. (If I dont throw it in you cant throw it out.)

[johnnye63]

I know that I do not post many items on this site but I do like poping in and reading the items and I like it the way it is My hard time is trying to remeber the names the "old gray" cells are not as good as they were. The only thing I would change if anything is to much about football but that is just me. I do not see any Clique.
Thanks for being there John Nye

[Pegleg]

Got to agree with my old boss Mr Nye, not a cliquey. Just pop in. Look at the post, view the pics. A blast from the past as they say. Please keep up all the hard work. All the admin staff do a great job

[rich]

we are all members of a clique its called the human race

[anitacorbett]

Nice to see you on here at last Bro! Its been a while. My grey cells aren't as old as yours but otherwise I agree with you. If I want to say something I do, if not I just read the bits I want to.
No clique, just chat 'n' stuff!
Take care
Anita xx

[John Turner]

we are all members of a clique its called the human race

Wouldn't it be nice if that was true, all we'd need to worry about would be alien invasion.