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Thoughts on commission assignment method.
3 years ago
Hello! Hope you’re all doing well.
I’m writing this journal because recently I’ve been thinking about the way I handle commission assignments. In short, I’m considering changing the assignment method, or at least giving a different one a try. But I thought it would be best to ask what you, my watchers, think before putting it into practice. Let me explain myself first:
Up until now the commission slots I open have been assigned on a first come, first served basis. It has worked well so far, but I tend to post at a similar hour each time, and since slots usually fill up within a few hours (which i’m very grateful for, truly) There might be people that don’t even get the chance to apply because they are not available during that time frame.
So, what I am considering instead is having a 24h period for people to submit their ideas when I open new slots, then choose which ones to do myself. This would have a few advantages:
-It should make it easier for anyone to apply regardless of their schedule.
-It puts less pressure on me, since there would be no rush to announce when the slots have been filled.
-Because of the previous point, It may allow me to increase the number of slots in the future, although they would remain at their usual four at first.
Of course, I am well aware there are no less important cons to this method, and am particularly worried about a few things.:
-It can feel punishing to those who commission me on a regular basis, since arriving fast would no longer be rewarded.
-I understand it can feel bad for your idea to not be taken, although not being taken for one round wouldn’t mean it couldn’t be taken in the future.
-I would be asking for your trust that I will be fair in picking the commissions. And while I think I've been transparent all this time, I cannot offer anything more than my word.
With that said, I would like to read your thoughts and opinion on the matter. Would you be okay were I to try this new method, or you like the current one best?
Thank you.
I’m writing this journal because recently I’ve been thinking about the way I handle commission assignments. In short, I’m considering changing the assignment method, or at least giving a different one a try. But I thought it would be best to ask what you, my watchers, think before putting it into practice. Let me explain myself first:
Up until now the commission slots I open have been assigned on a first come, first served basis. It has worked well so far, but I tend to post at a similar hour each time, and since slots usually fill up within a few hours (which i’m very grateful for, truly) There might be people that don’t even get the chance to apply because they are not available during that time frame.
So, what I am considering instead is having a 24h period for people to submit their ideas when I open new slots, then choose which ones to do myself. This would have a few advantages:
-It should make it easier for anyone to apply regardless of their schedule.
-It puts less pressure on me, since there would be no rush to announce when the slots have been filled.
-Because of the previous point, It may allow me to increase the number of slots in the future, although they would remain at their usual four at first.
Of course, I am well aware there are no less important cons to this method, and am particularly worried about a few things.:
-It can feel punishing to those who commission me on a regular basis, since arriving fast would no longer be rewarded.
-I understand it can feel bad for your idea to not be taken, although not being taken for one round wouldn’t mean it couldn’t be taken in the future.
-I would be asking for your trust that I will be fair in picking the commissions. And while I think I've been transparent all this time, I cannot offer anything more than my word.
With that said, I would like to read your thoughts and opinion on the matter. Would you be okay were I to try this new method, or you like the current one best?
Thank you.
My intention is not preventing someone from getting two slots in a row, after all, I really appreciate the support from whoever does! But rather opening up possibilities and making the process more comfortable for both ends.
It's a tough call though, that's why I decided to open this journal.
Ultimately, the thing I feel would be important for the commissioners to keep in mind is to not be discouraged if your commission idea isn’t picked, but try again the next round, luckily these batches are not too uncommon after all.
Or maybe switsching between both methods from time to time could be an option.