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New user here, can't figure out how to actually post my entry so i can get feedback. i've got it up on "my contributions" and also as my "user page."

please advise, thx!

Jeffgurlstein (talk) 17:36, 21 September 2009 (UTC)Reply


Jeffgurlstein (talk) 17:32, 21 September 2009 (UTC)Reply

Hi Jeffgurlstein, and welcome to Wikipedia. I hope you enjoy editing here. Can I suggest reading WP:Your first article, for an overview of things to consider?
After a brief look at your GFEM page I have identified the following main issues:
  • The article does not cite reliable, third-party sources. These are required in order to verify the information and notability of the subject.
  • Although I've seen far more egregious examples, the article does come across as promotional. It also seems to contain a degree of corporate buzzspeak, rather than stating plain facts.
  • Check our policy on external links - these should be limited to the end of the article, and only when directly relevant - the article contains far more than needed at present.
  • Are you personally affiliated with the organisation? If so, also read our guidelines on editing with a conflict of interest.
The first of these issues is the biggest concern, however - and I would advise you to search for some appropriate sources before doing any further work on the article. If you need any further help:
  • Leave a message on my talk page; or
  • Use another {{helpme}} here; or
  • Talk to us live, with this or this.
∙ AJCham(talk) 17:55, 21 September 2009 (UTC)Reply
Also, while you work on the article it should be in a user subpage, rather than on your userpage - the userpage is just for giving a little information about yourself, if you choose to do so. I've moved the article on your behalf and it is now at User:Jeffgurlstein/Grantmakers in Film and Electronic Media. ∙ AJCham(talk) 18:04, 21 September 2009 (UTC)Reply

Welcome!

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Welcome to Wikipedia, Jeffgurlstein! I am AJCham and have been editing Wikipedia for quite some time. I just wanted to say hi and welcome you to Wikipedia! If you have any questions, feel free to leave me a message on my talk page or by typing {{helpme}} at the bottom of this page. I love to help new users, so don't be afraid to leave a message! I hope you like the place and decide to stay. Here are some pages that you might find helpful:

I hope you enjoy editing here and being a Wikipedian! Oh yeah, I almost forgot, when you post on talk pages you should sign your name on talk pages using four tildes (~~~~); that should automatically produce your username and the date after your post. If you need help, check out Wikipedia:Questions, ask me on my talk page, or place {{helpme}} on your talk page and ask your question there. Again, welcome!

∙ AJCham(talk) 17:56, 21 September 2009 (UTC)Reply

Proposed deletion of Grantmakers in Film and Electronic Media

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