MickNov 20, 2022
Shannon
I see a lot of people migrating here & then not posting anything because they're waiting until that other site dies. Commit a bit. Post some things, interact, get to know what this place is about. You'll never know what it's like here unless you do. You might be surprised that maybe you don't need that other site. We need to commit to rejecting Musk's treatment of his employees, his interference in democracy, his moulding the world the way he wants. #twitter #twitterexodus #twittermigration
Nov 19, 2022 at 4:25pmWeb
Show threadMattyNov 19, 2022

@wasootch I think a lot of people are not used to post as well, if I take myself as basis.
In the last ten years or so, my interactions (if could call it that) on twitter was just liking and reposting.
I don't think I average a dozen twitts per year during this time.

And since in here, there is no algorythn making interactions for you, people are just lost :)
(again, using my self as basis)

Show threadJez JohnsonNov 25, 2022
@cavanholi @wasootch
Yes, similar experience with me
Show threadShannonNov 25, 2022
@jezjohnson @cavanholi I understand. It is very blank slate here. What you can do is follow #hashtags on here. That will help you boost and like posts here. And see the things you want in your home feed. If you're not sure how to do that, I have a post on that.
Show threadAdleyNov 19, 2022
@wasootch I've run into the problem that I never used the other site either. I was watching it burn when I realized you shouldn't watch a building burn from the inside...
Show threadShannonNov 19, 2022
@adleyjulian I know. It's one of those things where you don't want to watch, but it's also hard not too. I think there's real security issues that could happen though. I was working on a political thing on there, so I'm still sort of there to gather peeps for that. But otherwise devoting time here.
Show threadAmanda R.Nov 19, 2022
@wasootch I've been noticing a bit more engagement here than in the birdsite. I've been posting since day one of joining, at first just to "give it a try, let's see how things work around here" and now I'm trying to share and post every now and then the content I usually share in other platforms and it's working nice! I'm really happy about that ☺️
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@amandaaescala Great to see. Yes, I'm finding that too. If anything, I get more engagement here for more ordinary, every day posts.
Show threadMark BradleyNov 20, 2022
@wasootch absolutely. I love the decentralised nature of mastodon!
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@markbradley Me too. It's proving to be quite fun. There are hiccups of course, but it reminds me of real life that way anyway.
Show threadAmesNov 20, 2022
@wasootch absolutely agree! you need to get used to everything here too to appreciate it. Habit is a huge factor in loving something for me.
Show threadJoubin 🛡️Nov 20, 2022
@wasootch #twitterexodus will amplify over the next couple of weeks. What I like about the migration is starting to build relationships that were being drowned out by the blue bird noise.
Show threadGail Barnes Ph.D.Nov 20, 2022
@wasootch 💯
Show threadAnne DNov 20, 2022
@wasootch I’m finding it frustrating when I try to find people to follow but when I search for them no results show.
Show threadMetellaNov 20, 2022
@wasootch I came over a day or two ago, and I’m finding it a very good site!
Show threadDavid_RaeNov 20, 2022
@wasootch Agreed Shannon, we’ve got a tabby cat just like your icon.
Show threadBellison22Nov 20, 2022
@wasootch 🎯🎯🎯
Show threadJamie Melissa RenwickNov 20, 2022
@wasootch I have 16.5k followers on Twitter, and am following about 13k. Connecting with people takes a time for some folks. I like the Twittersphere. Well, I like it less these days. Trying to connect with folks here now is starting from the ground up, but that's ok. It'll be worth it in the long run.
Show threadGwyn MoxhamNov 20, 2022
@theJMR @wasootch I must admit I find it hard to devote time to social media - I’ve always felt pretty ambivalent about it and have so many demands on my time as it is. I know many struggle with it for the same reason. But the idea that everybody is starting from scratch again, and on a decentralised, open-source platform, is pretty damn appealing. Will try harder to ‘commit’ :)
Show threadJamie Melissa RenwickNov 20, 2022
@GwynMoxham @wasootch I am hoping the anger and toxicity level here is reduced. The past few months on twitter had been a dumpster fire, with the US mid-terms and Elon et al. So far, this is kind and gentle by comparison. The noise level down by a factor of ten. I admit to enjoying it.
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@GwynMoxham @theJMR That's great! Any attempts you make will build this community more. You have things to say, things you know, things you believe in. There are people who want to hear. I also don't spend a ton of time on social media usually, but this place has been enjoyable. It's kind of the first time I've found that because it is people driven. It's not really about being influencers because it's super hard to do that here.
Show threadGwyn MoxhamNov 20, 2022
@theJMR @wasootch I guess the influencer thing may happen as the network grows though? Or is it the lack of centralised algorithms (for influencers to game) that means it can’t happen in quite the same way?
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@GwynMoxham @theJMR It can still happen to a certain extent, but there is no algorithm here. So it can't be as amplified. Not possible. There are also no quote retweets. No sense of true trending.
Show threadGwyn MoxhamNov 20, 2022
@wasootch @theJMR sounds like we can all just breathe :) Wonderful!
Show threadJamie Melissa RenwickNov 20, 2022
@wasootch @GwynMoxham I was not a fan of the Twitter algorithm
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@theJMR @GwynMoxham The algorithm is the issue because it drives the division. At least in my opinion anyway.
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@GwynMoxham @theJMR Also, people who are too nasty, combative, and performative won't get boosts on their posts. So that will tame the content they share.
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@GwynMoxham @theJMR Another thing is that lies can’t spread as easy without quote retweet & many people will question the lie before boosting it.
Show threadJamie Melissa RenwickNov 20, 2022
@wasootch right on both counts. I am enjoyng the tranquility and decency. I hadnt forgotten what it looked like, because there are a ton of truly lovely people on Twitter, but this is nice.
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@theJMR The people on Twitter are not the problem. It's the algorithm, bots and propagandists that are too extreme for what most people are like.
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@theJMR You'll build your following here quickly I'm sure and it will be a different one in many ways. I find it's hard to want to follow accounts that aren't posting though. That's the way to build here.
Show threadShield MaidenNov 20, 2022
@wasootch Exactly...it's like going on holiday and then not going out for a look round, but just staying in bed.
Show threadDuchess Of TeessideNov 20, 2022
@wasootch good point👍
Show threadDennis Faucher  Nov 20, 2022
@wasootch +1 You'll be surprised at the engagement. Especially now when everyone is trying to make new connections.
Show threadCarol HedgesNov 20, 2022
@wasootch agreed. You can install a cross poster that copies your stuff…
Show threadDeborah RoseNov 20, 2022
@wasootch Yes, I agree. Start following people of interest, post, comment, write a bio. You just have to jump in. I have been learning as I go and democracy.town or "D-Town" has been very patient with me. Also, I figured out how to tip my server. There are things I don't quite understand yet, but I've connected to some amazing people.
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@DebErupts Great to hear this. That’s what I did too & I love it here now.
Show threadJoshua Pack Developer/GamerNov 20, 2022

@wasootch I post on both. I am doing more gaming, personal, and tech on here and just tech on birdie.

Out of all the people I follow, only 5 had accounts over here.

But I agree with you. I don't want to see cross posting. I want to see good posts here. I think of this as my Patreon 😅 but free for everyone!

I also setup a cool reskin of Mastodon at https://mastoplus.com and although it's in testing it's neat fun project.

MastoPlus

Show threadStatmonkey 🙊Nov 20, 2022
@wasootch Wish I could super boost this. I am trying to explain this to people. Fear is natural. I think the #hashtags is confusing as well as the instances. FWIW this article really helped me https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-get-started-use-mastodon/ Pretty excited by what I am learning.
How to Get Started on Mastodon

Interested in trying the social network everyone's flocking to? Here's what you need to know to find your way around and build community.

WIRED
Show threadPaul L. ArvidsonNov 20, 2022
@wasootch I love this take! I'm all for making friends and joining in
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@realarvo Excellent. If you need any help I'll try and help you out.
Show threadclimate voter/ebike riderNov 20, 2022
@wasootch I am not going cold turkey but am withdrawing more and more every day as I build up accounts that I follow. This site will be perfectly adequate for my needs and preferences.
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@tstreet No need to go cold turkey. It's nicer to ease in and compare the two. Then you end up pleasantly surprised you like it here better. 😹
Show threadJust The DoodleNov 20, 2022
@wasootch I’ve been a bit shy. I don’t know why.
Show threadLudlow MortimerNov 20, 2022

@wasootch
What I find helped was setting this up https://moa.party/

I realise it's a bit of a cheat but for me has helped ease the transition. Moreover, this post gets sent to my followers on the other place, helps them make the decision to jump when they see it doesn't have to be a start from scratch transition.

Moa: Mastodon/Twitter/Instagram Crossposter

Link your Mastodon account to Twitter and Instagram

Show threadCJ the Awkward LeftyNov 20, 2022
@wasootch Yeah I came here thinking I would just lurk, but after like three days I was posting here almost exclusively because it's so much better.
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@awkwardlefty_cj I didn’t even like it here at first and then I really did. It puts me in a good mood instead of a bad one.
Show threadRobin HoodNov 20, 2022
@wasootch @__Chimaera abusers remain relevant for years because the enablers around them buy into the concept that they are irreplaceable
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@__Chimaera I agree. He is surrounded by his minions now though and thinks he’s God.
Show threadDr Karen HowellsNov 20, 2022
@wasootch maybe people are just busy getting on with things......
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@Kacanski No, they came over and posted nothing, didn’t update their profiles, didn’t follow anybody. I’m merely suggesting trying out the platform to see if they like it.
Show threadDaigoro Toyama Nov 20, 2022
@wasootch I started posting as soon as I came to the Fediverse, and I couldn't be happier! People that I never knew elsewhere jump on to help, give me suggestions, and interact positively with me. What a difference from that other site. I have zero interest in going back there.
Show threadbonfantimikeNov 20, 2022
@wasootch Agreed. Mastodon is similar to the bird site in some way, but vastly different in others. I think it encourages conversation rather than screaming into the void. I like it.
Show threadCurtisNov 20, 2022
@wasootch Howdy.
Show threadShannonNov 20, 2022
@Lingonomics Howdy to you too. Nice to see you here tortoise fellow.
Show threadCameronNov 21, 2022
@wasootch
To paraphrase myself, the club’s more fun when there’s people on the dance floor.
Show threadShannonNov 21, 2022
@SweetCammyMac There's lots of people on the dance floor here. But unlike Twitter, it doesn't feed the content to you. You go and look for what you want.
Show threadCameronNov 21, 2022
@wasootch
Agreed!
Show threadRebekah HiggittNov 21, 2022
@wasootch @MonicaAzzolini Yes, but this need to be posted on the other place or they probably won’t even see it!
Show threadOMGNov 21, 2022
@wasootch Yep. Be the change and so forth.
Show thread5000WordsNov 21, 2022

@wasootch

I'm posting. I'm just boring.