Comments on: Your Top Three and the Next Assignment

By: Dani

Dani — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 21:38:12 +0000

Ya know, I thought I should add that I was not being rude to the remaining contestants. I think I have said before (but I will say it again) that all four (Megatron and the remaining contestants) of you are truly talented writers!

I think all 4 of you are completely qualified to write here, and I think all 4 of you have strengths that would add something unique and interesting to the FWJ family.

I was merely commenting that I was shocked to see Megatron voted out with how much interaction there was and with how well I believed Megatron fulfilled the challenge of last week.

I appreciate all of you devoting time, energy, and talent to this, and look forward, as always, to reading more from you all.

Good luck to you all!

*It helps when reading my comments to remember that I am a social dork with no tact, but a big heart

By: Megatron

Megatron — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 21:31:02 +0000

Dani and Underdog, thank you so much! I'm really flattered to hear such amazingly kind things from you both. It's a pity I can't keep posting every week, but FWJ is in good hands with the contestants remaining. Good luck, Underdog!

By: Underdog

Underdog — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:57:03 +0000

Hate to see you go Megatron, if you have a blog (I’m sure you do) when all is revealed I will definitely add you to my reader!

By: Diana

Diana — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:10:54 +0000

Deb,

I’m new to this site. Can you please explain the contest rules or direct me to information about it?

Thanks.

By: Dani

Dani — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:36:04 +0000

I am really surprised (and dismayed) that Megatron was eliminated. Since the assignment revolved around community conversation, I think Megatron accomplished that with flying colors. Not only did Megatron interact with the community well, but Megatron also got the community interacting with one another in a way I have not seen much of as of late (maybe because a lot of our ‘interactor’ leaders are in the contest? lol).

Even days later, though it had slowed, people were still interacting on Megatron’s post. It was great to see that we have so much in common with one another – and to get so many tips and such great information from one another. I loved learning more about so many here on the site.

I think it really helped to show that even though we are all at different levels and stages, we really are all ‘in the same boat’ – and together. Its nice to know you are in good company and have a ‘support system’ that understands what it is really like to be a freelance writer (especially while juggling so many other things).

Megatron – I hate to see you go. I think you did a stellar job, and once identities are revealed I will be adding your blogs/websites to my daily ‘must read’ list.

You’ve got a friend/fan in me.

By: Megatron

Megatron — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 11:46:27 +0000

Wowzers and yikes. If I am ever in need, I’ll definitely let you know, Deb. I feel really happy that some of the members here have enjoyed my posts, and I do admire this site so much!

By: Deb

Deb — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 10:34:30 +0000

Megatron – You are welcome to guest post any time! And if you ever need me for a job reference, I’m more than happy to stand up for you – as , I’m sure, is the the whole dang community.

By: Megatron

Megatron — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 02:27:12 +0000

Gigantaur, it’s a deal!!!!!

By: Gigantuar

Gigantuar — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 01:15:07 +0000

@ Megatron – You can only come back if you promise to heckle us.

Congratulations, everyone!

By: Megatron

Megatron — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 01:10:36 +0000

Awwwww, guys, I’m blushing. Thankfully I have no regrets because I really feel that I did the best possible job I could with my post this week, so I’m honestly just happy. It was AWESOME to interact with you all every week, and I will really miss it! I hope Deb will invite me back sometime to guest post! And you can all definitely expect that I’ll be sticking around and commenting often.

By: James Chartrand - Men with Pens

James Chartrand - Men with Pens — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:44:27 +0000

Man, I feel bad now. Sorry to see Megatron go but happy to see Underdog stays. One of those can’t win things, y’know?

Good luck to the rest.

By: Phil

Phil — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:09:12 +0000

Cool. By the way, there was a separate post about a credit union needing a writers but also need article pitched to big pubs. I can do the writing, but pitching is an issue. I posted to see if anyone wanted to collaborate, but received no responses. Do you, Deb or Jodee, know anyone that would fit the bill?

Thanks

By: Fiona

Fiona — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:01:34 +0000

Also sorry to see Megatron leave – definitely my favorite.

By: Kristy

Kristy — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 22:53:47 +0000

Awww, I really liked Megatron…sorry to see you go! Best of luck.

By: Deb

Deb — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 22:31:07 +0000

Hi Phil- Not only will we release identities but bylines and links will on all writers blog posts. We will reveal the names of the candidates and the winner on the new blogger’s first day of work!

By: Phil

Phil — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 22:28:26 +0000

When it’s over, can you release secret identities?

By: Louise

Louise — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 22:03:03 +0000

I agree that Megatron did an excellent job in generating the most comments, but I voted for Underdog because this writer offered information I can use. We all have different reasons for coming here and for me getting relevant information is more important than interacting online.

By: Amy

Amy — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:48:48 +0000

I thought Megatron did the best job this week as far as getting everyone talking, so I too am surprised.

I wish you could hire all four too Deb.

By: Jodee

Jodee — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:44:46 +0000

Ditto for me. I am very sorry to see Megatron go.

By: Deb

Deb — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:36:25 +0000

The results surprised me as I thought Megatron rocked at getting the community together. I’m very sincere when I say how sorry I am to see this writer go.

By: Captain Caveman

Captain Caveman — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:33:47 +0000

Wow. Megatron you were definitely a crowd favorite, as well as being a remarkable talent. You did a great job of interacting/stirring up the community — sorry to see you go, and I also hope you’ll continue to be a part of the FWJ community.

By: Jenny B

Jenny B — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:32:25 +0000

I agree.

By: Roberta

Roberta — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:25:13 +0000

Megatron was definitely my favorite.