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M$1 February 25, 2009 07:12 PM

TEST: Jeff Hoard Brown Belt Test. Pass 10/10.

Jason McCabe Calacanis: Introduction

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In order to reach the Brown Belt level on Mahalo you must demonstrate focus, spirit, strength, empathy and discipline, while helping grow the community.
It is with great pride and admiration I'm pleased to announce that Jeff Hoard has passed his brown belt test. Notes from each of the five master Guides at Mahalo's HQ in Santa Monica follow.

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Andy: 2 (Pass)

Jeff Hoard has been an invaluable part of the Mahalo Answers team from the very beginning. He works tirelessly during his shifts to answer some of the hardest questions Mahalo Answers has to offer - and even spends time off-the-clock making sure that the Answers community is thriving. From helping users with technical issues in a helpful way (http://www.mahalo.com/answers/mahalo-answers-technical-issues/3-mahalo-dollars-are-stuck-in-a-private-message-how-do-i-release-it) to clear and concise answers to complex questions (http://www.mahalo.com/answers/renting-and-real-estate/what-is-a-reverse-mortgage-exactly), Jeff is supremely qualified to receive his Brown Belt.

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Danielle: 2 (Pass)

Jeff Hoard is one of the most dedicated Mahalo employees I know. He is always available to assist new users and help maintain the highest quality of responses. I value his work as member of the Answers police force and a community member.

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Lon: 2 (Pass)

Jeff Hoard IS Mahalo Answers. It almost feels like the site could not function without his constant, and always constructive, additions, insights and leadership. The entire community owes him a debt of gratitude for his tireless efforts.

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Sara: 2 (Pass)

Jeff Hoard is an amazing asset to Mahalo Answers. He quickly provides helpful answers to questions and guidance to new users on the site. As Jeff is a remote guide, he has also worked in other areas of Mahalo, and the dedication he brings to all his work is inspiring. I unreservedly recommend he receive a brown belt.

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Mike: 2 (Pass)

Jeff's been on my team for as long as I can remember and his feedback has been essential in shaping the functionality of Mahalo Answers.
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easyeboy easyeboy
 
 February 25, 2009 10:27 PM
Congrats, Jeff! You were a good motivator, from your fellow brown belter. I'm still waiting on the extra Oscars questions, as I answered the next set thinking you were going to ask it again. I guess I'm way too far ahead with some questions, yet I'm still amazed with some of the great answers you've put up here as well. Keep up the greatness! Hope to see us wearing the black belt, soon! I could only imagine how much more of a challenge the next test will be.
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jasoncalac... jasoncalac...
 
February 26, 2009 06:04 AM
You guys both did an amazing job. Everyone is learning what it takes to build a helpful, intelligent and kind community... and you're both leaders in that regard.

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robbrown robbrown
 
February 25, 2009 07:16 PM
Are we allowed to bet a few M$ on who will come out on top?

If so, any takers? :)

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jasoncalac... jasoncalac...
 
February 25, 2009 07:16 PM
You are allowed to reflect in silent support. Focus young Jedi... clear your mind.

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philipy philipy
 
February 26, 2009 03:30 AM
@darcylogan... on a message board no one can hear you scream...

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tracebooks tracebooks
 
February 25, 2009 07:16 PM
This is really interesting. I didn't know about belt testing, and it looks like I may be needing mine within the next couple of weeks. Can you let us know more about it?

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dumblonde dumblonde
 
February 25, 2009 08:03 PM
What do you mean possible gaming?

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jeffhoard jeffhoard
 
February 25, 2009 08:34 PM
ahem ladies, if I may? this thread is suppose to be about me

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drmatt drmatt
 
February 25, 2009 10:12 PM
I'd REALLY like an identify of who Mahalo employees are now... so I can cross their palms with silver for MY tests...

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mike mike
 
February 25, 2009 07:43 PM
Jeff's been on my team for as long as I can remember and his feedback has been essential in shaping the functionality of Mahalo Answers. He's got a 2 from me.

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jeffhoard jeffhoard
 
February 25, 2009 08:19 PM
I've been working full time for Mahalo for well over a year now, its about time my bosses gave me a review.

/This includes a raise right?

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spoon spoon
 
February 26, 2009 12:38 AM
uhoh Jeff I think Darcy is jealous lol

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irishsteph... irishsteph...
 
February 25, 2009 08:50 PM
Looks like you made the brown belt brotha!! Congrats!!
Hope they threw in that raise you wanted too!!
So.... drinks on you, right?

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mollyfud mollyfud
 
February 25, 2009 10:58 PM
Whats the question again? Default answer: 42!

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soragon soragon
 
February 25, 2009 10:59 PM
So. What does that make me?...

xD

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lesliec lesliec
 
February 26, 2009 12:26 AM
Way to go Jeff!! You deserve it man!

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spoon spoon
 
February 26, 2009 12:33 AM
About time Jeff... now, did you get the memo? We all voted and decided you are not allowed to sleep until you pass Darcy so you might want to step it up!

Seriously though, Congrats guy! MA would not be the same without you :)

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bbrookin bbrookin
 
February 26, 2009 04:03 AM
Congratulations, Jeff! Mahalo Answers wouldn't be the same without you!

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nyssa nyssa
 
February 26, 2009 07:48 AM
Congrats, Jeff. Well deserved. Question: is this another old question recycled? because I thought you received your belt yesterday
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nyssa nyssa
 
February 26, 2009 07:51 AM
Yep here's another snaffu. Because when I answered this question I was the first to answer it. The time stamp was February 26, 2009 at 7:29pm. Which has not happened yet. Unless of course Mahalo is actually housed on the other side of the date line.

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nativenerd nativenerd
 
February 26, 2009 03:26 PM
W00T! W00T! Go Jeff!

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