I’ve been adding a "Why does this matter " section. A lot of people don’t even know these apps exist, and even then the answer is usually “They should just use the main one”. Reading through yours, just make sure it’ll hold up to that scrutiny. I usually have to add in something along the lines of “Even if you use the main app this will affect the communities with reasons X, Y, and Z” like the moderator bit.
Also be ready for a dozen “Lemmy sux” comments, which I’ve been directing honestly. “Yes, it has it’s flaws, but all alternatives do. I think Lemmy has promise though, and any shortcomings right now can be overcome in time”. Reddit thrives on arguments like “No it doesn’t, lemmy is awesome” and then a comment thread 30 comments long. Keep it on point, “It has pros and cons for sure, but I mostly want us to stay focused on Reddit’s choices”
This is a good line, I’ve never heard it before, but it applies everywhere. So many things are treated like they should be torn down or never attempted because they weren’t perfect.
Looking at you, california HSR… A great example of “Definitely not perfect, but very good”
but also don’t try to hide it’s flaws, I’ve seen a lot of people trying to use “gotcha” logic. I like it so far, but I’m open and honest about where it’s at
Excellent point! I definitely appreciated the honesty of users who told me about it when I was looking for a reddit alternative. But the whole fediverse concept was what sold me anyway :p
I’ve been adding a "Why does this matter " section. A lot of people don’t even know these apps exist, and even then the answer is usually “They should just use the main one”. Reading through yours, just make sure it’ll hold up to that scrutiny. I usually have to add in something along the lines of “Even if you use the main app this will affect the communities with reasons X, Y, and Z” like the moderator bit.
Also be ready for a dozen “Lemmy sux” comments, which I’ve been directing honestly. “Yes, it has it’s flaws, but all alternatives do. I think Lemmy has promise though, and any shortcomings right now can be overcome in time”. Reddit thrives on arguments like “No it doesn’t, lemmy is awesome” and then a comment thread 30 comments long. Keep it on point, “It has pros and cons for sure, but I mostly want us to stay focused on Reddit’s choices”
“Don’t let the perfect be the enemy of the good”.
People need to compromise. Good luck!
This is a good line, I’ve never heard it before, but it applies everywhere. So many things are treated like they should be torn down or never attempted because they weren’t perfect.
Looking at you, california HSR… A great example of “Definitely not perfect, but very good”
And if necessary to defend Lemmy, focus on its positives instead of reddit’s negatives
but also don’t try to hide it’s flaws, I’ve seen a lot of people trying to use “gotcha” logic. I like it so far, but I’m open and honest about where it’s at
And don’t let anyone treat the population size or the politics of the developers be treated as flaws.
The answer to both, for anyone who sees them as a problem, is to show up.
Excellent point! I definitely appreciated the honesty of users who told me about it when I was looking for a reddit alternative. But the whole fediverse concept was what sold me anyway :p