Insert Proper Title Here for Help

[Jen23514]

When I log on... I like to start back t page 3 (or 5 depending how much time i have) and look for threads that need to be bumped or haven't had responses.

 

If the title of your thread is : Please help.

 

That is not descriptive nor does it draw in those that can help you.

 

 

Just think.... if you titled your thread : Please help with Repo

 

That is a better start, there are a few people around here who know quite a bit about repos.

 

 

 

If you titled your thread : Repo Question : Illegally seized with my child in it.

 

Just kidding, I'd hope you call the police first, but you get the idea on how specific that is and what you are looking for.

 

 

There are MANY advantages to a concise, descriptive title..... if you don't feel like you're getting the help you need... that is a good place to start!

 

HTH~

[Fallon]

I agree, a descriptive title helps alot. I also look for 0 post threads, and will avoid those I know nothing about and sometimes those that are vague. (Of course, it's rare I even venture out of the general forum, I spend most my time keeping those rowdies in line, and leading my crew).

 

Being funny/witty helps too, but at least be specific/clear as possible.

Edited September 17, 2007 by Fallon

[pryan67]

 

 

AMEN....

 

it's hard to know which threads to reply to...since each of us has only limited time, at least I tend to go for the threads that I know I can help with...

[bird2006]

i'll have to remember this. thanks for the tip.

[aadam101]

I agree. I typically skip those thread unless I see a lot of replies.

[squirrelgirl]

ITA

 

I also go back a few pages to look for threads... I'm guilty of skipping over threads if the title doesn't capture me

[bird2006]

I agree. I typically skip those thread unless I see a lot of replies.

 

Newbie needs help with 0 replies = skipped I'm definitely going to have to remember to be more specific.

[drew3918]

I agree, a descriptive title helps alot. I also look for 0 post threads, and will avoid those I know nothing about and sometimes those that are vague. (Of course, it's rare I even venture out of the general forum, I spend most my time keeping those rowdies in line, and leading my crew).

 

Being funny/witty helps too, but at least be specific/clear as possible.

 

Who is in this so called crew ?

[Fallon]

Who is in this so called crew ?

Uhhhhh. So far, just me, I think.

 

^bump for the thread, because it's good advice.

[Jen23514]

Who is in this so called crew ?

 

it's on an invite-only basis.

 

I'm sorry drew, you weren't suppose to know about it....

 

 

 

 

 

 

:P

[pryan67]

bump, cuz this is EXCELLENT advice

 

and cuz I like OP's sock puppet *grin*

[Jen23514]

^^^

[Haviland]

good suggestion, OP.

 

i think some people keep the title vague on purpose so that folks will have to click on it to get more info, hoping to get people who would normally skip over it. but this often backfires.

[prudent]

The OP's suggestion is especially critical when posting on boards with a lot of traffic. And I've also noticed a trend where people like to post threads with titles that are only half a sentence, like "When I opened my mail...". That might work on a board with only a few threads every day, but I know I skip right past them on a busy forum.

 

For people posting threads who are looking for help, a clear and concise thread title will draw more replies. Just see what pryan67 said above. There are too many threads to read them all, so people look for the ones that they know they can contribute to.

[Jen23514]

^^

[Jen23514]

Today, I was looking in search for some examples for a poster.... wanted to share some titles and let you see when you're scanning 7 pages of results, how the titles matter.

 

Actual titles:

 

I need advice

 

NEED Help, on settlement with collector

 

How Do I Stop CA From Pulling Reports

 

DV'd and I'm scared now-HELP!

message from law office for big debt (subtitle)

 

AFNI sent dunning letter for alleged 10+year Verizon phone bill

 

Asset Acceptance

 

Merrick Bank - 10 inquiries after dispute

 

Collection Agency calling a family members house

 

Which Bank will.....

 

Collection Notice help

 

centurion

 

How do I determine when something "Falls Off"

 

newb still confused

 

 

 

You get the idea...... this is a gentle bump.......

[Fallon]

Today, I was looking in search for some examples for a poster.... wanted to share some titles and let you see when you're scanning 7 pages of results, how the titles matter.

 

Actual titles:

<snip>

You get the idea...... this is a gentle bump.......

What about the GF thread titles? Such gems as:

Ladies, your advice?

Guys this will be TMI, so stay out

 

Poll: Cash it or Return it?

 

This sucks....

 

Filing taxes with last paystub of year?

 

I've got a problem....reguarding police issue

 

Enema :lol:

 

More...Breaking...Britney drama

Lawyers firing Britney...

 

sgtalaska

 

New game for GF

 

Last night's dinner...

...surprisingly good...

 

Poll: Your ISP

[Jen23514]

hey now..... don't bring GF trash into my perfectly good thread!

[Curious]

This is a very good topic. Posters need to put the name of the creditor, CA, etc. that they are asking questions about in their title. This help folks who have info on those companies to zoom right in on those threads and offer their advice.

[drew3918]

Bumpageeeeeeeeeee

[Jen23514]

Bumpageeeeeeeeeee

 

again

[pryan67]

bumping a great thread

[DragonFlyer]

I find that it helps to have a descriptive title if only for the use of the SEARCH button.

[clambert1273]

Jenn are you trying to tell me something

[Melanie2009]