The Engine Resident Slack Channel: Connecting Tough Tech Innovators
Welcome to our Resident-Specific Slack Channel – a dedicated digital space for Tough Tech innovators to collaborate, share insights, and accelerate breakthrough technologies.
By joining The Engine's Resident Slack channel, you agree to follow Slack best practices and norms:
1. Be Kind and Respectful
Treat everyone with courtesy and respect. Differences in opinion are welcome, but always share your thoughts thoughtfully and without hostility.
Avoid personal attacks, offensive language, or anything that may be considered discriminatory or harmful.
2. Use Appropriate Channels
Post content in the relevant channels. This helps keep discussions organized and ensures the right people see your message. If unsure, ask an admin for guidance on where to post.
3. Be Clear and Stay On-Topic
Keep your messages clear and concise. Use bullet points or numbered lists for clarity when necessary.
Stay on-topic for each channel. If a conversation is going off-track, politely suggest moving to a more appropriate channel or direct message.
4. Use Threads to Keep Conversations Organized
Start a thread when replying to a specific message to help keep the main channel clean and easy to navigate.
5. No Spam or Self-Promotion
If you’re sharing a resource, event, or tool, make sure it's relevant and valuable to the community.
6. Engage, Don’t Just Observe
We encourage active participation! Respond to questions, share your experiences, and be helpful to others.
If you’re a lurker, feel free to jump in! You don’t have to be an expert to contribute or ask questions.
7. Be Mindful of Privacy and Confidentiality
Respect the privacy of others. Do not share personal or sensitive information without permission.
If someone shares something in a private DM or channel, respect that privacy and do not publicly disclose it without consent.
8. Constructive Feedback Only
When giving feedback, be specific, actionable, and constructive. Criticize ideas, not people.
If you disagree with something, focus on how the discussion can move forward productively. Ask questions, offer alternatives, or share your own perspective in a respectful way.
9. Celebrate Wins, Big or Small
Feel free to share your wins, achievements, and milestones with the community. Celebrate with others, whether it’s a personal or professional success.
Support and encourage fellow members—community is about uplifting each other.
10. Stay Inclusive and Supportive
Make sure everyone feels welcome and included in conversations, regardless of experience or background.
Encourage new members to introduce themselves and be sure to make them feel heard and valued.
12. Use Emojis and Reactions Appropriately
Emojis and reactions can be fun, but use them mindfully. A thumbs-up can be a quick acknowledgment, but a more thoughtful response may be more helpful in certain situations.
Avoid overusing reactions or gifs, as they can detract from the value of a serious conversation.
13. Be Aware of Noise and Notifications
Be mindful of others’ notifications. If you're having a back-and-forth conversation, consider using direct messages or threads to avoid spamming the main channel.
14. Respect Community Boundaries & Have Fun
Slack is a space for community and connection. Share fun content, interesting articles, or anything that might spark lighthearted discussions.
Just remember to keep it respectful and appropriate for the group.
If you feel uncomfortable or witness harmful behavior, please report it to the community admins.
