Hi @carlgnash,
Thanks for the info in the chat. I would like to become a Curator. I heard about Curie in a video about an entirely different topic and decided to check it out. I love what the Guild does. I always like things that help those who might remain unrecognized get some attention. Here on SteemIt it seems even more important. I haven't been here for very long, but have seen some talented writers doing interesting and entertaining posts that no one ever sees. Of course then there are a bunch of not so good posts that get a bunch of attention. I'd like to help in finding those diamonds in the rough.
Here is the post I tried proposing before knowing how it worked. (It is still eligible if you like it and want to submit it yourself.)
This author just joined this month and has already jumped to over 40 experience through engaging with others. She has over 180 posts, mostly comments. Her 16 posts so far are good and use a wide range of topics from her yoga, to singing, and about her book. This post brings in her own life experiences, and one that I think many will relate to. None of her posts have gotten much attention to this point, which is a shame. It definitely seems like she will be good for the community over time.
Thanks for your consideration of the post and perhaps of me as a Curator.
Gene
This is a great post, one I would have seriously considered submitting if I had seen this when you commented here. In the past I might have considered this a little too short and lacking in effort, but the new guidelines have made it clear that the quality of the post, engagement it is likely to create and value it adds to Steem are the criteria, not the length and effort required to make the post. In that light I think I could have made a good argument to the reviewer that this post was exceptional and would generate a good dialogue. The poster is also the exact kind of poster to look for - has been making quality posts, has several under her belt without major reward - wonderful submission! I gave it my full upvote. Find me one more exceptional post and we will take this to direct message :) Cheers - Carl
Thanks @carlgnash! I am glad you liked it. I know she will appreciate the upvote. I will be on the look out for another great post and hopefully have one for you soon.