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Merry Christmas and all that JazzPosted at 02:27 on Saturday 4 December 2010
I wish you a merry christmas,
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I wish you a merry christmas, I wish you a merry christmas and a happy new year!!! I know it's early but I couldn't resist. Hope everyone is getting in to the spirit of the season :) No One Loves a SpammerPosted at 08:23 on Monday 29 November 2010
I've lost count how many people become members of BE, not to become part of our community and make friends, but because they see it as a platform to use to promote their own venture/website/services etc. Let me tell you now, it doesn't work like that. One can't join a community and plaster links to your product/service all over the place. Nor is it "cricket" to pop up in a thread and offer your services or suggest someone rent/buy/use your product/car/house/service …….. etc, etc.
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Not only does it wind up other members, it does not paint your product/service (etc you get the picture) in a very good light. It actually can have a negative effect and put people off you. So rather than jumping in and getting yourself banned after one spammy post, perhaps you should take on board the following. It's my short, handy dandy, guide on how to use the forum without spamming. Read and digest:- There is a very fine line between contributing, and using the forum to promote oneself. We have many professionals such as Lawyers, Realtors, Business people etc that use BE, but they don't make the mistake of promoting themselves. What they do is build a good reputation for being helpful, and sharing information and advice. So instead of interrupting a thread with an advertising post, and comments like, "If you contact me I can help you" or, "Visit my site for more information" try actually answering a question, or share your tips and experience. The more you help others, the more likely it will be that people will remember you when they have need of your service/product, or recommend you to others. We offer a few ways for you to utilize the forum without spamming. Those options include: Utilizing your forum signature Add your contact details/link to your forum signature, that way every time you post those details will be displayed. Links Section Add your link to our links page (that's a separate registration from our forum registration though) Connections forum A forum for members to make business contact with other British Expats around the world. (You need a minimum of 10 forum posts to post in this forum). So stick to my suggestions above, and read our Site Rules so you are familiar with them then, then we will all get along fine :) And next time you consider trying to "sneak in" a quick promotional post, think about the damage it's going to do to your reputation on BE. Because no one loves a spammer ;) Sue PS. If none of the above will fit your needs then maybe you should consider sponsoring a Vendor forum, or participating in banner advertising. If you email advertising@britishexpats.com they will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Congrats and Member MilestonesPosted at 02:48 on Monday 15 November 2010
A Big Thank you to the following members for their contributions to the wiki in October:
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>40 Bob csdf Emancipateddullard JAJ Steve_P The Aviator Please keep those contributions coming, and we thank you for helping to grow our fantastic wiki. It's a great resource for everyone. The Concierge Team Grows Again! Thank you also goes out to Kelli28 and Blue Cat who have both kindly agreed to join the Concierge team. You can find Kelli28 hanging out in the Australia forums, and Blue Cat can be found in the corridors of the Middle East forums. So if you see them around say hi. Member Milestones Congratulations to member Wilto on the birth of a beautiful baby daughter!! Congratulations also goes out to member Vash the Stampede who recently welcomed a baby boy to their family. Member Lansbury is also due some big congratulations, and a pat on the back, for recently winning a seat on his local city council! Congratulations to you all!! Big Thanks and CongratulationsPosted at 04:58 on Friday 8 October 2010
So here is my latest round of Big Thanks and Congratulations.
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Thank you to our Wiki contributors in September who were: JAJ Meauxna Malashaan HighTide Joepublic HarryTheSpider Emancipateddullard Thank you for helping to grow the BE Wiki! Also please join me in a BIG THANK YOU to members Kaffy Mintcake who has very kindly agreed to take on the role of Concierge for the USA forums, and pgtips who is the new Concierge for the Caribbean forums. You both rock!!! And last, but by no means least, CONGRATULATIONS to long time BE member Manc on his recent wedding. Best wishes to you both!!! ... and the wiki continues to grow.Posted at 03:09 on Monday 13 September 2010
Our wiki is a great resource. Members contribute, and share experiences and tips, that help others to settle into their new countries. Everything from country information, where to get a driving licence, and which areas are great to live. So if you haven't checked it out yet you should! :)
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I would like to recognize and say a big THANK YOU to the following members for their recent contributions to the wiki: meauxna JonboyE FredJames HarryTheSpider GeoffM JAJ Umpalumpa Iaink You too can help our wiki grow. If you've never used a wiki before you can find instructions here. So what are you waiting for? Go dig in! Another member joins our Concierge ranks.Posted at 02:41 on Friday 23 July 2010
A big thank you to member alistairboyle who has kindly agreed to become a Concierge in the Australia forums.
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Four more members appointed ConciergesPosted at 07:17 on Friday 18 June 2010
Please join me in welcoming four more members to our Concierges group.
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If you see them around the forum please thank them for all they do for BE members: NZ Introductions forum: Dewb09 & Vitalstatistix. Canada Forum: The Aviator. Goa Forum: dreadsoc New Member GroupPosted at 09:58 on Monday 7 June 2010
As our membership continues to expand it must be quite overwhelming for new members when they start posting. The Welcome Inn has helped alleviate this a bit, but we wanted to see that extended to the different sub/country forums as well, so today we have introduced a new level of members called Concierges.
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This new group will be responsible for welcoming new members in The Welcome Inn, and site wide, and will help guide newbies as they get used to using the site. Concierges will not have full moderating powers, but will be able to move threads. Please join me in acknowledging our first group of wonderful members who have kindly agreed to become Concierges. If you see them around the forum say hi and give them a pat on the back in thanks. (Or a hug if you are a hugger  )France - Ka Ora! Hungary - Rural Hungary Italy - Testarossa Netherlands - Casa Sano Estevo Singapore - Englishmum Congratulations to bundy and LoosePosted at 04:18 on Tuesday 4 May 2010
..... who are the proud parents of baby number 2, Jessie Alexandra. Born January 1st 2010.
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bundy and Loose actually met on BE, so we are very happy to welcome their new addition to the BE family! Go say hi and congratulate them. Some info from the FCO for those whose travel is affected by the volcanic ash.Posted at 03:11 on Monday 19 April 2010
If you've got family members who have visited you abroad and can't get home the FCO advice line for those stranded overseas is +44 (0) 20 7008 0000. The Foreign and Commonwealth office is posting regular updates here. Updates are also provided on the NATS website. Congratulations to Broad ShouldersPosted at 09:08 on Tuesday 13 April 2010
Many congratulations to Broad Shoulders who welcomed a new baby daughter into the world this morning. Best wishes to you and your wife, and a big welcome to the world for Layla Flore! http://britishexpats.com/forum/showthread.php?t=663763 My favourite threads of the week - 1Posted at 02:12 on Friday 9 April 2010
Here are some of my favourite threads this week. Blessed with so many wonderful members who share, enjoy, discuss, support, cry, and laugh together we have threads for all types and all moods. Here are some of my favourites this week:
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English foods and the American taste test What would you study if you could? I wanna share my good news with y'all What tickled your fancy this week? What are your fav threads? New Malaysia Sub-ForumPosted at 07:42 on Wednesday 24 March 2010
More Baby NewsPosted at 02:08 on Thursday 18 March 2010
 Congratulations to memewest who is the proud parent of a new born baby daughter named Sophia Marie.Born 21st February, weighing 8lbs. Congratulations! Add your best wishes here BE Fan Page on Facebook.Posted at 06:35 on Monday 15 March 2010
BritishExpats.com  Promote Your Page Too I thought it was about time I created an official BE Fan Page. So if you're out that way become a fan! Congratulations to lilybilly101Posted at 04:03 on Monday 15 March 2010
Many congratulations to lilybilly101 who gave birth to a 5lb 12oz baby girl on March 5th! Add your congratulations here I remember when ....Posted at 02:48 on Friday 12 March 2010
..... one of my favourite threads this week.
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What do you remember about growing up? Join in the discussion here Congratulations to Ozzidoc and SultanOfSwing.Posted at 10:11 on Wednesday 24 February 2010
 Congratulations to BE members Ozzidoc and SultanOfSwing who have welcomed new additions to the family. Ozzidoc is the proud mum of Millicent, who was born on Feb 16th, weighing 5lb 15oz. SultanOfSwing is the proud dad of Sydney Grace who was also born on Feb 16th, weighing 8lbs 12oz. Congratulations to you both! Happy Valentines Day to one and all!Posted at 03:36 on Sunday 14 February 2010
Wishing each and everyone of you a wonderful Valentines Day. You are all a fabulous group of people, and it's a joy to interact with you all everyday!  PS. Mr, or Miss, "V@lentine", is nothing to do with me, or any of the mods  Welcome Them!Posted at 02:58 on Tuesday 2 February 2010
A big welcome to all our new members who joined our BE community in January. 2,117 of you to be exact.
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So if you see any of our new members around be sure to welcome them to the site. Some post in our Introduction forum, and some jump right in and post in the main forums. So if you see them around say hi. <- Last Page | Next Page -> |
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