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TechnicolorMomNature — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:20:36 GMT

Sounds great to me, Courtney. Are we able to add: being non-judgemental of each other's views OR kindness goes a long way?

Thanks

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AdamO — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 18:42:26 GMT

Sales, service, smiles, good prices and knowledge that your money is going to a US based company.

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BriceGlende — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:51:22 GMT

Okay. Let me ask this:

WHY should I buy at Sears?

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bocephendorfer — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:21:32 GMT

it would be great if questions got answers too!

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AdamO — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:48:32 GMT

Great goal!

I feel a lot of friction starting to wear off - in a good way.

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SHC-MollyL — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:45:35 GMT

Hey everyone! Just wanted to reiterate what JulieK said earlier in this thread. Our community is a place for everyone to ask questions, give tips and join in discussion about Sears. I encourage everyone to use the site constructively so than others benefit from your input and you can all build relationships with one another.

Thanks :)

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bocephendorfer — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:38:24 GMT

I couldnt help but notice your question remains unanswered. So the assumption would have to be that is quite ok.

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TheShrewKrew — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:33:08 GMT

I don't get it

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bocephendorfer — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:32:02 GMT

you are a shrewed one.............pun intended

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AdamO — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:31:14 GMT

The key is to "store" any long posts, for possible later editing, to conform to the guidelines.

I really miss that post I did on the "joys" of working with White Oak... wood.

No big deal.

Keep the posts coming ShrewKrew!

Bo and I are being a lot "nicer" to one another to.

Turns out we BOTH have a keen interest in "tins" and I think Lawn and Garden tasks.

Who knew?

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TheShrewKrew — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:23:46 GMT

I feel like my posts are deleted often, I probably would have 200+ posts if none of mine have been deleted, honestly. They are often taken out of context, and many times are deleted when they are in no way malicious or anything of the sort. I am scared to post on here sometimes.

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bocephendorfer — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:15:01 GMT

Very interesting first post and a very interesting topic for the first post.

By the way welcome to the forum. Think of it this way, remember playing ball when we were kids and the kid with the ball got to make the rules?

Every place has its guidelines and these are not so difficuilt. But as you follow some posts you will certainly wonder why some content is deleted and yet the same or similar content still stands elswhere. No system is perfect I suppose.

If you get deleted its really no big deal, just say what you have to say with some difrerence as you will no doubt sometimes be guessing. Now they actually do allow quite a bit of constructive opinion which many posters attempt to call negative. Its a tough job for someone to do in an objective manner. But the bottom line is if one with the power has a personal objection it can be deleted for that very reason...the rules are that broad.

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SearsisGr8 — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:12:02 GMT

I'm sorry but i believe moderation is necessary. theyre are plenty of sears bashing sites with largely exaggerated claims and very very racist/derrogatory comments towards associates overseas. I think moderation is important so that the hate mongers dont ruin what is a great resource for customers to vent concerns, get questions answered and get in touch with senior escalation members for problem resolution.

If every post was allowed, then no one would think this site was respectable or even post their concerns.

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oceanrick — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:56:32 GMT

everyone should be able to voice our opinion whether positive or negative as long as they don't curse or threaten anyone. we are not communists here we have free speech, so if you want just positive statements made maybe you should start your own site. we have to stop being so sensitive about everything. how are we ever going to see whats wrong with the company if we dont discuss it.and from what ive seen it sure has its problems. i say everbody get along if you dont like what somebody says . ignore it or sign off

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jousey — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:28:08 GMT

looked over the rules sounds good. And some of the posts are very intresting.

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SHC-ErinM — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:45:41 GMT

Thanks, AdamO! Love the site enhancement suggestions!

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AdamO — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:45:20 GMT

Who really "cares" about internal company concerns, when visiting this site?

Some people come right after filling out a CSAT survey and just need to "vent".

Others have genuine concerns and questions, that maybe ONE associate visiting the site has/can answer.

And, the Sears Cares escalation team is always ready to help out customers who are experiencing near-blackout frustration issues.

It's a good site.

And, you can even learn a little about "tools".

The site also has a unique "personality" to it.

Now, if only we could post either more pictures or working external links to sites like Photobucket...

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bocephendorfer — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 14:58:07 GMT

the end result...the thread is locked out and much of its content has been deleted. (I reviewed it again)

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bocephendorfer — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:40:33 GMT

reading that thread never made me feel unwelcome

however

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bocephendorfer — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:38:00 GMT

myran said…

But you allowed it for 6mos! The avenues that Sears offers it employees are ineffective. They are fronts to protect the company's interest. You allow topics that are far more outlandish than this. Do you have a sense of conscience Julie, or a solid grounding in whats right and wrong? It is not apparent.

I am without a doubt a very opinionated CUSTOMER and here it comes.

Work rules OUT Peanut Butter IN

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myran — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:36:28 GMT

But you allowed it for 6mos! The avenues that Sears offers it employees are ineffective. They are fronts to protect the company's interest. You allow topics that are far more outlandish than this. Do you have a sense of conscience Julie, or a solid grounding in whats right and wrong? It is not apparent.

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JulieK — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:43:11 GMT

Hi All-

The main reason the "Work Rules" topic was locked is because this is not the proper place for SHC employees to discuss policies and procedures. Sears has lots of other avenues for associates to let Sears know their thoughts on these types of things.

The primary focus of MySears is it is a great place for customers and associates to come together and discuss ideas and thoughts on Sears and their products. A thread on work related issues may alienate customers, and we want all to feel welcome on the site!

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myran — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:04:56 GMT

Why was this "work rules" discussion locked up after 6mos? Some of the chairman circle members on this board are allowed to rattle on about who knows what? They do this on a daily basis. This discussion had good concrete arguments based on reality. Perhaps one of our good moderators answer this question in a straightforward way? I don't think an a honest response by any moderator could be "unsuitable".Can a topic be unlocked? Was its presence upsetting to the chairman's sensibilities?

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bocephendorfer — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 22:55:23 GMT

though my post was deleted here I am still chuckling.. and in the process this post is revived!

guess my remark came under that good bullet

Is deemed by us to be unsuitable for any other reason.

but you know? Thre still hasnt been an update since october.

work rules which I read a good deal of...kinda exposed internal dirty laundry in my opinon.

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somelikeithot — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:29:11 GMT

What guidlines did the "Work Rules" topic violate that it was shut down? It had more people views than any other in that category.