Professional Electrician Discussion Group

gazza — Sun, 15 Sep 2013 23:00:00 +0000

gazza Mon, 16/09/2013

If you are looking for an on line discussion group with a difference, then the My Local Electrician Linkedin Group is a serious contender. If you have tried out forums and are getting tired of low quality replies and threads, you will find it well worth your time joining other professional electricians in the My Local Electrician Group.
Unlike a forum. The group is closely monitored and each member is personally approved, saving the endless array of moderators and comments which can detract from the objective of the discussion. There is no registration required, simply apply to join here. Membership is normally approved within 24 hours.
A group only for the UK electrical industry
The group is owned and run by My Local Trades who also run the on line magazine for electricians www.mylocalelectrician.co.uk My Local Trades know first hand the frustrations found within electrical forums, some of which are well known for turning quickly from professional electrical discussion into a playground argument. In order to ensure meaningful, relevant and professional electrician discussion, membership is only approved for those who work in the UK electrical industry. The group currently has in excess of 2,000 professional electricians and electrical industry governing bodies, as well as training providers, manufacturers and wholesalers.
A much better alternative to a forum
The group is highly active and serves the electrical industry and electricians exclusively. Electricians use the discussion group to help with electrical related queries and newsworthy topics of discussion. Typically a mix of technical and business related content is seen on a daily basis as well as topical industry debate thrown into the mix on a regular basis.
The groups most active members – and there is a growing core of these prefer the group environment in preference to that of a forum as debating and discussion can take place with like minded members. Being a group of professional electricians, interesting, constructive discussions take place with electricians being able to move forwards from the outcome leading to a good investment of time rather than wasting time on justification debates on forums. In fact, a number of members have been known to comment how they prefer the My Local Electrician Group due to it's professional nature. It's a place where professional, career minded electricians can talk on an appropriate level about issues which concern them.
The group utilises one of the most popular professional networking platforms, Linkedin. The Group is run for the good of the electrical industry by My Local Trades in their free time. There are no sponsors and all views are non-biased so you can be assured you are getting a balanced opinion.
Less moderation, better performance
Problem posts and individuals is a rare occurrence in the My Local Electrician Group thanks to the careful joining system. Members adhere to a simple set of group rules and are free to post about most relevant subjects. There is lot's of lively banter and Gary the group moderator becomes involved in many group discussions sharing hints and tips as he is also a qualified electrician. Gary encourages electricians to message him directly about issues of concern within the group in order to keep it running as it should.
Easy to use
If you are a user of Facebook then you will have no problem getting to grips with the Group layout. Topics can be easily started and older conversations are moved away maintaining focus on current issues as well as ensuring the most up to date information is available. Comments to posts go directly underneath the original post.
Currently, topics in debate are currently as diverse as:
Quoting and winning a job
Old gas cooker ignitions
Bonding verification. Is it really necessary to rip up flooring?
Do you think the industry needs another scheme provider?
My Local Electrician Group – supporting professional electricians
The group welcomes electricians at all stages of their career – we have a diverse mix of trainee and time served electricians. The group is a great support resource whether you need an opinion, a question answered or just need to get something off your chest.
For any professional electrician who wants to do better, joining the My Local Electrician Group is a no brainer!

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