I was wondering how long until we would have to cross this bridge…again.
IMHO… No, let’s not become a “Craig’s List†that is a worst case scenario. But a decision has to be made by Admin 1 on the future here. A look back at the original business plan and either an update or a continuation is now necessary… sorry Tomas.
We have a very successful board, but we now have become a known presence in SJ, we need to use this to our advantage, not let it become a negative. If some Chica’s are savvy enough to monitor and post here, lets use it to our advantage. Paid advertising is one aspect, but not all business posters or sponsors do advertise. But they do
GIVE A CRT DISCOUNT for the posting of their business. This is a posted discount to posted regular rates, no false discounts. I would suggest pics, posted prices and CRT discount should be a requirement, this would keep it to a minimum in itself.
There are boards that are successful with a type of open and paid structure and a good forum:
http://www.myredbook.com/
Click on message board on the top right corner to get the full spectrum of forums and adds.
But to run a larger board may not be in Admin1’s best interests, I’m not sure if he wants this to become a full time job and all that goes with it.
I support Admin1 however he decides to handle this.
Mendo