Living in HB is part of the Surf-Connection community framework.
Surf-Connection is a conceptual community, discrete and rooted in tradition.
My feeling is that a clan or group of people interact using A.I. but rather through direct interpersonal communication.
Remember conversations with your parents, guardians, or elders of your clan, tribe, or community. Interaction and communication cultivate deeper ties, or roots with each other. My specialty is bringing the group or space together, engaging in frank discussions with you and your organizing members we call ‘Founders.’
Membership calls are forming now, as you are reading this.
– Tim O’Toole
So Why Surf-Connection?
We chose to gather our clan in private, exclusive, ‘spaces’ detached from media bots and platform noise to aid in sharpening mental focus and to find others to share in common ‘Space.’
- Build a foundation, create a living space for the community to thrive and grow naturally.
- Control entry with an open, well vetted, Arbiter.
- Lastly, have a transparent, well publicized, process to moderate, mediate and if needed arbitrate grievances.
PLEASE NOTE: the information provided on these pages and the links to other related websites or pages are provided as a courtesy to visitors only. They are in no manner an endorsement, recommendation, or approval of any person, any product, or any service continued on any other website.
‘Surf-Connection’ does not endorse or support any of the advertising that may be contained on our social media pages nor on any of the pages of any linked site.
Equity Surfer is our private community for growth-minded entrepreneurs motivated by purpose, committed to self-discovery, willing to do the work, and eager to create their own luck.
Above all, this is a safe and inclusive community.
The Dos:
Be Kind to each other.
Use welcoming and inclusive language, be respectful to others’ viewpoints and culture, even when they differ from your own. This includes how you interact with Surf-Connection. This is a safe space for entrepreneurs to network, brainstorm, learn, collaborate, and be inclusive. This is a community of humans from all walks of life, each with a unique life experience. What you believe is the norm or the accepted viewpoint may not be another’s accepted viewpoint.
Be Mindful
Be aware.
Respect each other’s digital boundaries. We all experience the internet differently, so it’s important to remember that personal space exists online as well.
Be thoughtful.
Become a pro at active listening and know when it’s time to let others speak.
Be purposeful.
Maintain interactions with other members that are driven by good intent.
Be Committed
Be involved.
The value of this community lies in your commitment to participating; get involved, ask for and offer feedback, utilize the resources available, attend meetups or watch replays.
Be open to feedback.
Accept feedback gracefully, offer helpful and kind constructive criticism.
Share your perspective!
Be Authentic
No solicitation.
There is no soliciting in Surf-Connection, including in direct messages to other members. Soliciting means reaching out to members to invite them to purchase from you or join your programs as a customer, even with a discount. You can post your launches, upcoming events, and other news you are proud of in our Showcase space. This should be occasional and one-off posts, duplicate or excessive postings will be removed at our team’s discretion.
Non-disclosure and intellectual property agreement.
Do not quote anyone outside of Surf-Connection without permission, and do not share anything told to you in confidence or private messages.
No Spamming or infringing on other people’s ideas or content, including that of Surf-Connection Media, without expressed permission.
The Do Nots:
Unacceptable behaviors include:
- Harassment, threats, or insulting language towards anyone. Including but not limited to sexist, racist, homophobic, transphobic, ableist, or exclusionary jokes.
- Sexual or violent language or imagery, including unwelcome sexual attention or advances. If your business is to do with sexual or violent topics (including self-harm) please be mindful of the language you use and err on the side of caution.
- Soliciting your services to other members without invitation.
- Plagiarism through creating content, services, or offers based on another member’s existing content, services, or offers (without consent).
Additional Solicitation and Purchase Policies
- Anything violating the Endorsement Guidelines of the FTC is considered soliciting and therefore violating the SURF-CONNECTION Community Guidelines. This includes asking for reviews in exchange for free services. Team SURF-CONNECTION has the right to determine what is or is not considered soliciting in our community. Things we take into consideration include:
o The risk that if either party is unhappy with the outcome the dispute will likely be publicized in the community, further damaging reputations and relationships while also taking away from the Surf-connection of the community and violating additional Community Guidelines in the process
o If the post or request implies SURF-CONNECTION endorses a specific service or product and therefore assumes we can be held responsible for any negative outcomes
o If the post may lead to increased solicitation posts of all kinds from other members
o Buying and selling products or services from community members policy
o If you choose to purchase a service or product from a member of the community Surf-Connection assumes no involvement, responsibility or risk.
o We do not endorse any member services or products and will not be involved in any disputes.
o If you choose to purchase a service or product from a member and are dissatisfied you may not post about your experience in our communities, we are not a review site, however we encourage you to follow whatever appropriate course of action outside of our community.
How We Moderate
Members asked to stop any inappropriate or unacceptable behavior are expected to comply with Surf-Connection team requests immediately.
Behavior that violates our Community Guidelines will be met with appropriate action, which may include:
- Gentle reminders of the Community Guidelines
- Firm warnings and removal of inappropriate content
- Removal from the community without refund or eligibility to reapply in the future
- We have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment and sexual advances
- Once made, the ‘action decision’ Can-Not-Be-Rescinded.
We maintain the right to determine the consequences of any issue at our discretion and are under no obligation to share our findings or determinations beyond the individual involved.
How to report issues:
Reach out to Tim O’Toole (he/him) with any serious concerns.
Report comments or posts by clicking the three dots on the right of the post.
We’re Glad You’re Here
No person is perfect, no community is perfect, and no guidelines are perfect. As we grow, learn, and change together, these community guidelines must also evolve so that we can continue to make Surf-Connection a safe and inclusive space that is mindful and considerate of all experiences.
Being a member of our ‘Surf-Connection’ family community means you are committed to embracing learning, even when it’s hard. Be available to educate and learn from each other with kindness. Be open to feedback and avoid becoming defensive in moments where you don’t stick the landing. Mistakes can be a powerful teaching moment when used with compassion and empathy. As a community, we’re thankful for our members embracing this process with us.
