Today the Fandom Apocalypse Twitter account is leading a discussion with many different Star Wars fansites about the managing and successful running of a Star Wars website, blog, etc. Common problems and solutions are being discussed, along with the philosophy behind how you run your site, and advice/ideas from those who have experience in the arena! How can you join in, ask questions, and participate in the fun? Go onto Twitter and follow the #SWFS hashtag! This is happening right now, so hurry on over and join in the fun!
Here are a few of the highlights from some of the participants!
Tune out the fan negativity.It can sap the life out of you #SWFS
— Roqoo Depot (@RoqooDepot) January 24, 2013
As a general reporting tip, live interviews produce fewer programmed responses. Want unique quotes? Interview at cons and by phone. #SWFS
— John Jackson Miller (@jjmfaraway) January 24, 2013
Know your limitations, not everyone is a wordsmith or graphic designer or coding expert so ask for help when needed #SWFS
— Yakface.com (@yak_face) January 24, 2013
Your site is like your home; you wouldn’t tolerate rude guests in your house and you shouldn’t tolerate them on your site.#SWFS
— lazypadawan (@lazypadawan) January 24, 2013
Unless you’re a politics blog, you should probably leave politics out of your blog and blog’s social touch points. #SWFS
— Brian (@LaneWinree) January 24, 2013
Remember the reason is #StarWars – be supportive, positive & open-minded with everyone. It’s not a competition it’s a community. #SWFS
— Consetta Parker (@parkerpublicist) January 24, 2013
Realize that while you may really HATE a certain book/comic/game others will like it. You don’t have to cover things you don’t like. #SWFS
— The Star Wars Report (@StarWarsReport) January 24, 2013
Watch the workload. Family, career, life, health, all more important than a #SWFSIf it’s a hobby don’t let it consume you.
— swactionnews (@swactionnews) January 24, 2013
My first tip for this #StarWars Fan Site Seminar: It’s Lucasfilm, not Lucasfilms, LucasFilm, Lucas Films, or Lucases-Film. #SWFS
— Eric Geller (@ericgeller) January 24, 2013
If you see a fellow blogger with a broken link or goof/typo, send them a DM or an email (don’t tweet it at them) #SWFS
— Tricia Barr (@fangirlcantina) January 24, 2013
Don’t let SW and your #SWFS dominate your life. Go out, watch other TV, read other books. It’s okay.
— Dunc (@clubjade) January 24, 2013
#SWFS etiquette. I believe in not hiding behind screen name or avatar. Stand behind your work & be accountable.
— Lightsaber Rattling (@PeteMorrisonLR) January 24, 2013
Just because someone else is doing it bigger doesn’t mean you can’t do it too. Podcasts for example. Lots of start-ups lately! #SWFS
— Brian (@wakingthedead17) January 24, 2013
Star Wars has the greatest fandom out there. We look after our own. Reflect that sense of community on your fansite. #SWFS
— Knights’ Archive (@KnightsArchive) January 24, 2013
A happier fandom starts with YOU. #SWFS
— Erin(@DanceLittleEwok) January 24, 2013
Keep it legal -respect IP rights and copyright – refrain from libel & defamation whether on own site or on social media #SWFS
— Star Wars Books (@swbooks) January 24, 2013
The #SWFS is so fun to watch it’s keeping me from updating the official site.
— Matt Martin (@missingwords) January 24, 2013
Be ready to learn, from your own experiences and mistakes and those of others. No one is perfect, leave room for mistakes. #SWFS
— The Star Wars Report (@StarWarsReport) January 24, 2013
If people can pick up on your passion and enthusiasm in the text, you’re doing it right. #SWFS
— Bryan Young (@swankmotron) January 24, 2013
Attending conventions is a great way to get word out about your site/podcast and a great way to meet other fansite contributors. #SWFS
— Aaron Goins (@avgoins) January 24, 2013
Good etiquette dealing with celebs. Politeness and patience goes a long way #SWFS
— Mark Newbold (@JediNews2010) January 24, 2013
Humble, positive, passionate, grateful all great blogger fansite qualities #SWFS
— Teresa Delgado (@icecoldpenguin) January 24, 2013
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