[advocacy-discuss] [ogb-discuss] OGB status slides

[Jim Grisanzio]

Nicolas Dorfsman wrote:
> I was thinking about some not mandatory thing, but some sort of...I  
> don't know exactly actualy, something which motivate UGs to meet  
> themselves or at least to communicate more than now.
>   

I've been searching for this, too. Haven't found it. Need help. :)

> I didn't try to say we have any sort of frustration concerning  
> governance.
>
> I'm looking for arguments to give to individuals or companies when  
> they ask us what could be their benefit to involve themselve in our  
> UG(s). 

To me, getting involved in a user group is the easiest thing someone can 
do. Very low barrier of entry, in other words. You show up to a meeting, 
hang out, meet other OpenSolaris people, share your experiences 
(technical or non-technical), and then participate on the ug- list 
between meetings. Also,  I find the best UGs are /social/ groups first 
and /technology/ groups second. That could just be my perspective, though.


>  You want to influence decision around OpenSolaris ? Ok...apply  
> for our UGs, we do have a seat in the OGB, so we could bring your  
> voice to the Board.
>   

I agree totally. But it's a multi step process, that's all, just as it 
is in any community. In order for someone to have a voice at that level 
he/she has to participate actively enough to become a 
contributor/member, etc and earn his/her own way. But the notion that 
users participating in user groups should have a say in the community is 
very important.

> You'll probably see this as pure marketting, but I believe we need  
> something like that to convince.
>   

Agree. It's basic community development (which includes marketing), and 
it's important that we consider both the technical and non-technical 
aspects to the community. Good points ...

Jim
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