Holy crap. I had a feeling something was up when I had requested a assignment and went two days with out a denied or accepted assignment. Then I get on to see this thread. This is a total shock to see all you admins just gone like this and I would like some answers as well. I don't know how the site will be the same without all of your help and the things that you have done on here since I have been on here. I am really going to miss all of you and wish you luck on your new endeavors. I am getting teary eyed over here. Makes me wonder what is going to happen with the site. Changes are always good but this change here is just to much of a shock value.
#Announcement - Goodbye Everyone!!! (Gary has left the building)
05/15/2013
the points system was changed on the 9th and if I understand correctly they were all let go on the 10th, any relation?
05/15/2013
all o you?!?!?! o.O i feel lost!! what the heck is happening?! i'd love one of those emails explaining please, this is very sudden!
05/15/2013
Quote:
I am wondering the same thing. It seems like they did all this hard work for these changes to take place, and to keep everyone here on the site and in the forums happy, and now they're gone. It just doesn't seem right. I just can't believe it.
Originally posted by
LuckyLady
the points system was changed on the 9th and if I understand correctly they were all let go on the 10th, any relation?
05/15/2013
What a huge loss for the EF community. But even more so, I'm sorry that you all lost your jobs and incomes! I hope you all quicklly find even better jobs.
Fortunately I'm glad I call you all my friends and am able to stay in contact.
Fortunately I'm glad I call you all my friends and am able to stay in contact.
05/15/2013
Well, that was unexpected.
To all the admins thank you for all you have done to make this the warm and welcoming place it is. I have learned so much here and have had a great time. That is due in great part to all the work you have done. Thanks so much.
I wish you well in your new career paths.
To all the admins thank you for all you have done to make this the warm and welcoming place it is. I have learned so much here and have had a great time. That is due in great part to all the work you have done. Thanks so much.
I wish you well in your new career paths.
05/15/2013
The walls are crumbling around us. Spend your points now.
The points "revision" was a suicide tactic. We've been left to rot.
The points "revision" was a suicide tactic. We've been left to rot.
05/15/2013
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Over dramatic, much?
Originally posted by
Llewey
The walls are crumbling around us. Spend your points now.
The points "revision" was a suicide tactic. We've been left to rot.
The points "revision" was a suicide tactic. We've been left to rot.
This is not at all the case.
05/15/2013
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Everything has been so vague. The lack of transparency makes people feel like something is being hidden. When are we going to get real answers...?
Originally posted by
Ansley
Over dramatic, much?
This is not at all the case.
This is not at all the case.
05/15/2013
Umm...all I can think to say is a big WTF?! This isn't good....can't be good...? I don't understand It makes no sense at all!
Well now I know why I haven't heard from Justin or Carrie Ann
I'm sorry something has happened!
Well now I know why I haven't heard from Justin or Carrie Ann
I'm sorry something has happened!
05/15/2013
Gary — dude, you are AWESOME. I'm so bummed that you aren't going to be working for Eden any longer. I hope you'll still be on the forum?
Even more than that, I hope whatever's next for you turns out to be even more awesome than this has been.
Even more than that, I hope whatever's next for you turns out to be even more awesome than this has been.
05/15/2013
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I wondered the same too about the slideshows and was all worried about that, but now I'm extra worried about what's going to happen to this place? Will new people be brought in? Are they going to be as nice as the ones listed here? I don't mind change...but I don't know....this doesn't seem like a change I will like .
Originally posted by
Kitka
I understand a lot of changes are being made here on EF but why in the hell does it mean we have to lose all of our awesome admins???? I'm pretty sure I speak for everyone when I say, what the hell, I want answers.
That being said, ... more
That being said, ... more
I understand a lot of changes are being made here on EF but why in the hell does it mean we have to lose all of our awesome admins???? I'm pretty sure I speak for everyone when I say, what the hell, I want answers.
That being said, I'm sticking around and nothing will likely change that but I do know that a lot folks are going to feel abandoned because of this. I was wondering why my email hadn't been answered about slideshows.
Who are we to turn to? I'm just at a loss, this is such shocking news...
You will all be sorely missed and we really appreciate all that you have done for us and the community at large. Sorry to you guys leave. less
That being said, I'm sticking around and nothing will likely change that but I do know that a lot folks are going to feel abandoned because of this. I was wondering why my email hadn't been answered about slideshows.
Who are we to turn to? I'm just at a loss, this is such shocking news...
You will all be sorely missed and we really appreciate all that you have done for us and the community at large. Sorry to you guys leave. less
05/15/2013
Struck dumb with horror.
05/15/2013
Haha, seems I am totally late to the party. In any case, Hallo!
.....Goodbye?....
To the Eden Community, you guys are absolutely fantastic. I have loved working with you more than you can imagine. You are a fabulous group of amazing pervs who make all of us proud on a daily basis. It's been an absolute pleasure chatting with you on Facebook and Twitter, loading you up with Pinterest contest prizes, and hanging with you all at Porn Club meetings. Those Porn Games were a hoot! I hate to say goodbye, so instead I'll say "Salut!"
To my fellow Eden Co-workers. You guys kick major ass. Keep kicking.
~Love you!
If anybody want's to catch up with me outside of EdenFantasys, you can email me at girlwithfire@hotmail.ca
.....Goodbye?....
To the Eden Community, you guys are absolutely fantastic. I have loved working with you more than you can imagine. You are a fabulous group of amazing pervs who make all of us proud on a daily basis. It's been an absolute pleasure chatting with you on Facebook and Twitter, loading you up with Pinterest contest prizes, and hanging with you all at Porn Club meetings. Those Porn Games were a hoot! I hate to say goodbye, so instead I'll say "Salut!"
To my fellow Eden Co-workers. You guys kick major ass. Keep kicking.
~Love you!
If anybody want's to catch up with me outside of EdenFantasys, you can email me at girlwithfire@hotmail.ca
05/15/2013
Sorry to see everyone leave, but good luck in whatever you guys get into.
05/15/2013
I hope for the best, Gary. It has been a long four and a half years, hasn't it?
05/15/2013
So... part of me kind of wants to raise a pitchfork and torch and be like "No Sammi!, No Peace! No Gary, No Peace!" And so on for every admin leaving us.
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel I'm getting on this one. Part of me wants to be here for the changes and what not, but part of my loyalty to Eden was also because you guys were awesome. Your absences make me mad at upper management or whomever is responsible. I don't like when the little guy gets screwed for a bigger plan. So I don't know what I'm feeling at this point.
I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off...
If I were to leave, it wouldn't be in response to something done to me. It would be in response to my feelings on upper management.
I, along with others, would like to chat with the folks who gave everyone the ax.
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel I'm getting on this one. Part of me wants to be here for the changes and what not, but part of my loyalty to Eden was also because you guys were awesome. Your absences make me mad at upper management or whomever is responsible. I don't like when the little guy gets screwed for a bigger plan. So I don't know what I'm feeling at this point.
I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off...
If I were to leave, it wouldn't be in response to something done to me. It would be in response to my feelings on upper management.
I, along with others, would like to chat with the folks who gave everyone the ax.
05/15/2013
You will all be missed. My you be blessed in your next steps.
05/15/2013
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Excellent post and I feel exactly the same. The whole 'bringing in new people' has more of a feel of 'bringing in the liquidators'.
Originally posted by
Mwar
So... part of me kind of wants to raise a pitchfork and torch and be like "No Sammi!, No Peace! No Gary, No Peace!" And so on for every admin leaving us.
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel ... more
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel ... more
So... part of me kind of wants to raise a pitchfork and torch and be like "No Sammi!, No Peace! No Gary, No Peace!" And so on for every admin leaving us.
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel I'm getting on this one. Part of me wants to be here for the changes and what not, but part of my loyalty to Eden was also because you guys were awesome. Your absences make me mad at upper management or whomever is responsible. I don't like when the little guy gets screwed for a bigger plan. So I don't know what I'm feeling at this point.
I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off...
If I were to leave, it wouldn't be in response to something done to me. It would be in response to my feelings on upper management.
I, along with others, would like to chat with the folks who gave everyone the ax. less
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel I'm getting on this one. Part of me wants to be here for the changes and what not, but part of my loyalty to Eden was also because you guys were awesome. Your absences make me mad at upper management or whomever is responsible. I don't like when the little guy gets screwed for a bigger plan. So I don't know what I'm feeling at this point.
I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off...
If I were to leave, it wouldn't be in response to something done to me. It would be in response to my feelings on upper management.
I, along with others, would like to chat with the folks who gave everyone the ax. less
05/15/2013
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It WOULD be nice to have some explanations as to why all the staff are suddenly gone. It doesn't make much sense.
Originally posted by
Mwar
So... part of me kind of wants to raise a pitchfork and torch and be like "No Sammi!, No Peace! No Gary, No Peace!" And so on for every admin leaving us.
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel ... more
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel ... more
So... part of me kind of wants to raise a pitchfork and torch and be like "No Sammi!, No Peace! No Gary, No Peace!" And so on for every admin leaving us.
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel I'm getting on this one. Part of me wants to be here for the changes and what not, but part of my loyalty to Eden was also because you guys were awesome. Your absences make me mad at upper management or whomever is responsible. I don't like when the little guy gets screwed for a bigger plan. So I don't know what I'm feeling at this point.
I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off...
If I were to leave, it wouldn't be in response to something done to me. It would be in response to my feelings on upper management.
I, along with others, would like to chat with the folks who gave everyone the ax. less
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel I'm getting on this one. Part of me wants to be here for the changes and what not, but part of my loyalty to Eden was also because you guys were awesome. Your absences make me mad at upper management or whomever is responsible. I don't like when the little guy gets screwed for a bigger plan. So I don't know what I'm feeling at this point.
I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off...
If I were to leave, it wouldn't be in response to something done to me. It would be in response to my feelings on upper management.
I, along with others, would like to chat with the folks who gave everyone the ax. less
05/15/2013
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I agree with pretty much everything that's been said. This seems extremely sudden and feels very foreboding.
Originally posted by
VeganChick (is Gone)
It WOULD be nice to have some explanations as to why all the staff are suddenly gone. It doesn't make much sense.
05/15/2013
I will miss them all. I feel like they made it feel like a family.
I'll dig in and see how it shakes out.
I'll dig in and see how it shakes out.
05/15/2013
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I agree. When I first saw that EVERYONE was gone, I panicked. "New eyes" sounds like it could be a disaster at this point. I worked at my old job for 3 1/2 years. In the time frame we had 8 new managers come and go, each one was brought in to be a "new set of eyes" for the unit and it was a terrible experience each and every time.
Originally posted by
Mwar
So... part of me kind of wants to raise a pitchfork and torch and be like "No Sammi!, No Peace! No Gary, No Peace!" And so on for every admin leaving us.
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel ... more
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel ... more
So... part of me kind of wants to raise a pitchfork and torch and be like "No Sammi!, No Peace! No Gary, No Peace!" And so on for every admin leaving us.
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel I'm getting on this one. Part of me wants to be here for the changes and what not, but part of my loyalty to Eden was also because you guys were awesome. Your absences make me mad at upper management or whomever is responsible. I don't like when the little guy gets screwed for a bigger plan. So I don't know what I'm feeling at this point.
I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off...
If I were to leave, it wouldn't be in response to something done to me. It would be in response to my feelings on upper management.
I, along with others, would like to chat with the folks who gave everyone the ax. less
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel I'm getting on this one. Part of me wants to be here for the changes and what not, but part of my loyalty to Eden was also because you guys were awesome. Your absences make me mad at upper management or whomever is responsible. I don't like when the little guy gets screwed for a bigger plan. So I don't know what I'm feeling at this point.
I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off...
If I were to leave, it wouldn't be in response to something done to me. It would be in response to my feelings on upper management.
I, along with others, would like to chat with the folks who gave everyone the ax. less
I'll stick around but I'm not sure if I can be here for the long run if everything keeps changing on us. These past 5 months have been hard on the community. So many changes and now we lost so many great admins.
05/15/2013
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sorry to see you go
Originally posted by
Gary
I started working with the Eden Community on January 5th, 2009 and as of 1:10pm on Friday, May 10th, my 4.5 years with EdenFantasys has come to an abrupt end. I have really enjoyed the time spent here getting to know all of you, and watching so many
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I started working with the Eden Community on January 5th, 2009 and as of 1:10pm on Friday, May 10th, my 4.5 years with EdenFantasys has come to an abrupt end. I have really enjoyed the time spent here getting to know all of you, and watching so many of you grow from being sex toy newbies into reviewers, experts, teachers, writers and friends. I've always felt very proud of the way that anyone could ask anything they needed here, and someone would take the time to help them, or at least let them know that someone cares. You should ALL be very proud of yourselves for the amazing community that we've created together.
I am very sorry if anyone was left hanging over the last few days. I can't really go into any details here (or this thread will likely get deleted), but I have no advice for any of you as to who or where you can turn with any of your questions, concerns, or problems (as myself, Carrie Ann, Emma, Jaimes, Sammi and Justin are all no longer here).
If any of you would like to contact me personally, for any reason, you are more than welcome. I can answer any of your questions in my private email account. GarySteinour@Gmail.com less
I am very sorry if anyone was left hanging over the last few days. I can't really go into any details here (or this thread will likely get deleted), but I have no advice for any of you as to who or where you can turn with any of your questions, concerns, or problems (as myself, Carrie Ann, Emma, Jaimes, Sammi and Justin are all no longer here).
If any of you would like to contact me personally, for any reason, you are more than welcome. I can answer any of your questions in my private email account. GarySteinour@Gmail.com less
05/15/2013
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"I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off... "
Originally posted by
Mwar
So... part of me kind of wants to raise a pitchfork and torch and be like "No Sammi!, No Peace! No Gary, No Peace!" And so on for every admin leaving us.
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel ... more
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel ... more
So... part of me kind of wants to raise a pitchfork and torch and be like "No Sammi!, No Peace! No Gary, No Peace!" And so on for every admin leaving us.
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel I'm getting on this one. Part of me wants to be here for the changes and what not, but part of my loyalty to Eden was also because you guys were awesome. Your absences make me mad at upper management or whomever is responsible. I don't like when the little guy gets screwed for a bigger plan. So I don't know what I'm feeling at this point.
I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off...
If I were to leave, it wouldn't be in response to something done to me. It would be in response to my feelings on upper management.
I, along with others, would like to chat with the folks who gave everyone the ax. less
When I commented on the thread Stormy posted I didn't quite get the feel I'm getting on this one. Part of me wants to be here for the changes and what not, but part of my loyalty to Eden was also because you guys were awesome. Your absences make me mad at upper management or whomever is responsible. I don't like when the little guy gets screwed for a bigger plan. So I don't know what I'm feeling at this point.
I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off...
If I were to leave, it wouldn't be in response to something done to me. It would be in response to my feelings on upper management.
I, along with others, would like to chat with the folks who gave everyone the ax. less
I FEEL this. And I also feel like this place is what it is because of those people How will it continue with them ALL gone and SO QUICKLY at that?!
05/15/2013
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Guys...calm down.
Originally posted by
Zombirella
"I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more
...
more
"I feel that this is setting a tone I don't like. Things feel foreboding. If the people behind the admins leaving is bringing in new people, I think the tone of this site is going to change. I feel things are going to be more strict, more calculated, and less customer friendly. I understand EF is a business (and I'm not referring to points in terms of tone, but all interactions with EF), but things feel... off... "
I FEEL this. And I also feel like this place is what it is because of those people How will it continue with them ALL gone and SO QUICKLY at that?! less
I FEEL this. And I also feel like this place is what it is because of those people How will it continue with them ALL gone and SO QUICKLY at that?! less
Why does everyone immediately assume the worst? What if the new community director is your favorite porn star who lights this place on fire with new and exciting things that none of us would have ever thought of? What if it just becomes so awesome that it's a party here 24/7?
What if all of this paves the way for a brick and mortar store with a cafe to sit and chat with your girlfriends while admiring the latest toys? What if...
Out of the ashes rises a phoenix, lest we forget that Fred is a literal genius and has so many things he wants to do here...
05/15/2013
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I know nothing about the new eyes coming in, but I can say that 13 people have been let go from EdenFantasys in the past 2 years and, as far as I know, none of those 13 have been given poor performance as a reason for their release.
Originally posted by
VeganChick (is Gone)
It WOULD be nice to have some explanations as to why all the staff are suddenly gone. It doesn't make much sense.
I'm as confused as the rest of you, since it was my understanding that we were not being replaced but rather that things were being phased out and changing.
Time will tell. I certainly hope things stabilize for all of you soon. I know it's rough when you don't understand what is going on when you also feel like such a big part of something.
For myself, I'm hoping to still be around as part of the reviewing community but, like you all, I'm waiting to see what the future holds there.
05/15/2013
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It's hard to calm down when some "select" valued members were sent a mass message yesterday, and others were not. I understand that it isn't you, but Mwar hit the nail on the head.
Originally posted by
Ansley
Guys...calm down.
Why does everyone immediately assume the worst? What if the new community director is your favorite porn star who lights this place on fire with new and exciting things that none of us would have ever thought of? What if it ... more
Why does everyone immediately assume the worst? What if the new community director is your favorite porn star who lights this place on fire with new and exciting things that none of us would have ever thought of? What if it ... more
Guys...calm down.
Why does everyone immediately assume the worst? What if the new community director is your favorite porn star who lights this place on fire with new and exciting things that none of us would have ever thought of? What if it just becomes so awesome that it's a party here 24/7?
What if all of this paves the way for a brick and mortar store with a cafe to sit and chat with your girlfriends while admiring the latest toys? What if...
Out of the ashes rises a phoenix, lest we forget that Fred is a literal genius and has so many things he wants to do here... less
Why does everyone immediately assume the worst? What if the new community director is your favorite porn star who lights this place on fire with new and exciting things that none of us would have ever thought of? What if it just becomes so awesome that it's a party here 24/7?
What if all of this paves the way for a brick and mortar store with a cafe to sit and chat with your girlfriends while admiring the latest toys? What if...
Out of the ashes rises a phoenix, lest we forget that Fred is a literal genius and has so many things he wants to do here... less
05/15/2013
Quote:
Thank you so much for your input, Carrie Ann, your voice is much appreciated. Fingers crossed.
Originally posted by
Carrie Ann
I know nothing about the new eyes coming in, but I can say that 13 people have been let go from EdenFantasys in the past 2 years and, as far as I know, none of those 13 have been given poor performance as a reason for their release.
I'm as ... more
I'm as ... more
I know nothing about the new eyes coming in, but I can say that 13 people have been let go from EdenFantasys in the past 2 years and, as far as I know, none of those 13 have been given poor performance as a reason for their release.
I'm as confused as the rest of you, since it was my understanding that we were not being replaced but rather that things were being phased out and changing.
Time will tell. I certainly hope things stabilize for all of you soon. I know it's rough when you don't understand what is going on when you also feel like such a big part of something.
For myself, I'm hoping to still be around as part of the reviewing community but, like you all, I'm waiting to see what the future holds there. less
I'm as confused as the rest of you, since it was my understanding that we were not being replaced but rather that things were being phased out and changing.
Time will tell. I certainly hope things stabilize for all of you soon. I know it's rough when you don't understand what is going on when you also feel like such a big part of something.
For myself, I'm hoping to still be around as part of the reviewing community but, like you all, I'm waiting to see what the future holds there. less
05/15/2013
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I totally understand that, I really do. I'm sharing all of the information I have. It would have been easier to start a thread.
Originally posted by
ShadowedSeductress
It's hard to calm down when some "select" valued members were sent a mass message yesterday, and others were not. I understand that it isn't you, but Mwar hit the nail on the head.
I know it doesn't make much sense on the outside but there are some things that we aren't privy to and it should be that way, don't you think? How many companies discuss their personnel decisions?
I'll be here to help things remain stable until Fred makes his final decisions on things. After that, I'll return to being a contributor as long as you guys will have me.
05/15/2013