Helpin' me out!

[Dan Brown]

HEY!

In my "Re:Re: An Open Letter to Educators" video I announced a subtle change in the Pogobat video format-- namely that we'll be revisiting almost every topic brought up. The response to this change has been AWESOME! So awesome, in fact, that it's becoming difficult for me, personally, to watch every video response, read every comment/tweet/blog post/MOON post, etc. that Pogobat's videos have been getting. This is a GREAT thing, but it means...

I NEED YOUR HELP PLZZ! :D

Anyone who posts any video ever does so because they seek some form of validation. People who post crazy, attention-getting videos seek validation of their existence, people who post funny videos seek validation of their sense of humor, and people who post video responses to Pogobat's videos seek validation of their ideas.

Now, most who respond to my videos are hoping for a response directly from me. When I can respond I do respond, but there literally isn't enough time in the day to get to everyone. The best kept secret on YouTube, however, is that communities can provide an EVEN BETTER sense of validation than any one person said communities are based around.

If you've followed this so far you probably know what's coming :D

I'd like all members of THE MOON to take on a sense of accountability for making sure everyone who posts a video response feels as though they've been validated. This doesn't necessarily mean agreeing with every video response you watch, but if you would make a point of watching a few responses, carefully considering what's being said, and posting a thoughtful comment (or video response! :P) YOU, personally, can mean the world to someone.

So if you're down, let me spell out what you can do RIGHT NOW to strengthen the tribe :D

-Watch at least 3 video responses that have been posted to my "Dreams" video.

-Post thoughtful, honest comments on each one. It also wouldn't hurt to sign your comments with "-[your username] from SPOTM!"

-If you're feeling particularly awesome, pick one of your favorite responses and post a response to their response! It doesn't have to be anything too fancy-- a 30 second blurb would work just fine.

-Do this for every (or at least most-- I don't want you to feel as though this is being shoved down your throats) serious video posted on Pogobat.

If we can make a habit of doing this, you'll be AMAZED at how crazily the PogoTribe grows. Never lose sight of the fact that we're on to something totally awesome here. Everything you do changes the world a little bit. DFTBA!

[Ricky]

On it Dan ;D

btw you might need a vacation after all is up and running, I can't imagine running SPOTM, the wiki, youtube, and the secret project... quite impressive...

[itsanayoung]

It's like a read a long time ago "A smile can change someone's day".

[Rob]

I'm glad you're encouraging this, Dan! It's funny because there have been several times lately that I have viewed video responses and left comments, but I felt like maaaaybe I should make a video response to them. I feel like I'll actually do that now!

[chelseeyuh]

Awesome idea, Dan! (as usual)

[nickgreyden]

very cool idea... you gotta get help from somewhere after all :-)

[noobsensei]

This is a great idea. Most people when they become "famous" forget how important validation is for those who aren't, but I'm very glad to see you encouraging this.

[ItsCarterYo]

What a fantastic idea! Now we are really starting to become a community rather than u making a video then we make responses and comments that never get noticed. Sorry but it had to be said. I think this is a HUGE step. This is making me VERY excited!

[penguinpalsrkewl]

Awesome! This could really give us a good sense of community, and everybody (who wants to be validated) will feel like they've been noticed, awesome suggestion! I'll be doing that more from now on ^_^

[Camoon]

I do need to make a point to watch video responses more. xD

That one you tweeted about was awesome.


I'm so glad you're turning your videos into a community based thing. You're accomplishing more in that way than any other youtuber I know.

[kevinlankey]

I really need to start getting involved again... School's been destroying me.

[katefosh]

This is a great idea! :]

[scarf]

I just wanna point out here guys, that we really need to be considerate when we post these comments and video responses.

For the most part, everyone in the Pogotribe is very respectful of the opinions of others, but I won't lie, I've seem some people who are not.

So when you do this, we really need to make sure not to be condescending no matter how much we disagree with them.

The fact that they replied at all means that they want to get involved in the community.

And if we're flat out mean and rude and disrespectful to them, they will no longer want to be involved.

Just thought I'd point that out!

[Camoon]

Mar 7, 2010 17:52:15 GMT -5 scarf said:

I just wanna point out here guys, that we really need to be considerate when we post these comments and video responses.

For the most part, everyone in the Pogotribe is very respectful of the opinions of others, but I won't lie, I've seem some people who are not.

So when you do this, we really need to make sure not to be condescending no matter how much we disagree with them.

The fact that they replied at all means that they want to get involved in the community.

And if we're flat out mean and rude and disrespectful to them, they will no longer want to be involved.

Just thought I'd point that out!

I agree. Let's not be a Thunderf00t if we disagree.

[scarf]

Mar 7, 2010 18:13:28 GMT -5 Camoon said:

Mar 7, 2010 17:52:15 GMT -5 scarf said:

I just wanna point out here guys, that we really need to be considerate when we post these comments and video responses.

For the most part, everyone in the Pogotribe is very respectful of the opinions of others, but I won't lie, I've seem some people who are not.

So when you do this, we really need to make sure not to be condescending no matter how much we disagree with them.

The fact that they replied at all means that they want to get involved in the community.

And if we're flat out mean and rude and disrespectful to them, they will no longer want to be involved.

Just thought I'd point that out!

I agree. Let's not be a Thunderf00t if we disagree.

Hahahaha! Nice.

Right after I watched that one I watched another response from a guy named Mikeleh, and it was refreshing to see someone disagree with Dan in a civilized way.

[jadedlyjessica]

this is a great idea, a good we to make everyone in our community to feel apart of the community ;D

[jadedlyjessica]

Under the Internet section there is a section where tribe members have added there youtube sites. Some make vlogs, cartoons, music... ect. I was just thinking it would help make us more of a tribe is we maybe took a look at what some of the other tribe members where doing on their accounts. Just a thought.

[Sammi]

aw.. good idea

*three thumbs up*

[frowgboy]

great idea dan

[grover]

I think another good idea for this would be for if one of us sees a video response THEY REALLY LIKE, and I mean like it seriously impresses you alot, I think it should be posted here so dan can know right away which ones are the best to look at if he hasnt seen them.