An Open Apology To The Warrior Forum...

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Warriors,

This apology goes out to every single Warrior.

As you may or may not have known... I was banned from the Warrior Forum for the last 7 days.

It was entirely my fault and the reason I was banned was for sending several promotional PM's as well as promoting a different forum in the process. While it was less than 20 PM's altogether, I was still in the wrong and I broke the rules.

I deeply regret my actions and am extremely sorry to the Warrior Forum, it's owner, moderators and members.

I have been a contributing member for 4 years (even back on the old platform of the forum) and have helped thousands of Warriors over the years and I plan on continuing to do so for many years to come. However, this does not justify my actions or make them acceptable.

Not only have I contributed to this community... But this community has HELPED ME MORE THAN I CAN EVER DESCRIBE. I am eternally grateful for this place. It rocket launched my career, has allowed me to develop long term friendships and business relationships as well as meet great people and have intellectually stimulating conversation.

This was the first time I've ever been in trouble here on the WF and I can assure you that it will most certainly be the last.

I promise to never engage in such behaviors ever again and I will continue to add value, help people out whenever I can, over-deliver with my reports and WSO's and help keep this community clean and safe.

People have been emailing me daily saying "Hey Shane, what on earth happened? You're one of the good guys, how on earth did you get banned?"...

Well, although I am one of the good guys... I still deserve to be punished and suffer the consequences of my actions when I break the rules, which is exactly what happened. I am sure this has affect my reputation some, but I was in the wrong and I hope that Warriors will welcome me back with open arms!

I love this place!

Thanks for taking the time to read my apology and once again, I am sorry!

Sincerely,
Shane Natan
#apology #forum #open #warrior
  • Profile picture of the author Landon Walsh
    Brave post. Thankyou.

    We all make mistakes and get a little ahead of ourselves when we see dollar signs on the horizon. The best thing is that you acknowledged it and fixed it. Welcome back!
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  • Profile picture of the author entrepreneurjay
    Welcome back and it takes a big man too admit that he was in the wrong. Welcome back Shane!
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  • Profile picture of the author WillR
    Do you have a WSO coming out soon on writing apologies?
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  • Profile picture of the author Craig Brower
    Shane,

    Wow man...way to open up, although I don't think you owe anyone an apology. As you said you are one of the good guys, and I don't think that is something that you call yourself out of thin air...I think you state that because people have told you, you are.

    I have purchased some of your stuff before, and find it a valuable asset to have...and you're a valuable asset to this entire community.

    You paid your price, you admitted exactly what you did...and that sometimes can take a lot. Who knows...by explaining what happened to you, may prevent it from happening to someone else.

    I'm sure that your reputation here will remain incredibly positive...I know for sure you are good to go in my book, and I'm sure most will agree.

    Welcome back Shane...Glad to See You Back...and Go Rock!!!

    Craig
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    • Profile picture of the author Shane N
      Originally Posted by eplio View Post

      Shane,

      Wow man...way to open up, although I don't think you owe anyone an apology. As you said you are one of the good guys, and I don't think that is something that you call yourself out of thin air...I think you state that because people have told you, you are.

      I have purchased some of your stuff before, and find it a valuable asset to have...and you're a valuable asset to this entire community.

      You paid your price, you admitted exactly what you did...and that sometimes can take a lot. Who knows...by explaining what happened to you, may prevent it from happening to someone else.

      I'm sure that your reputation here will remain incredibly positive...I know for sure you are good to go in my book, and I'm sure most will agree.

      Welcome back Shane...Glad to See You Back...and Go Rock!!!

      Craig
      Thanks so much Craig.

      It's really nice to be welcomed back warmly... I couldn't imagine not having the Warrior Forum be a part of my life!

      Thanks everyone for forgiving me and allowing me to move forward!

      Best,
      Shane
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      • Profile picture of the author goindeep
        Thanks man, i feel much better now.

        I feel like i could talk to you about anything... Someone get me a kleenex... This is worse than the time i cried over Marley & Me.



        Naaaaah! Juuust Kidding You know im only playing.
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  • Profile picture of the author Rich Struck
    I forgive you.
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    • Profile picture of the author ConsumerBoard
      Originally Posted by Rich Struck View Post

      I forgive you.
      I forgive you too.
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  • Profile picture of the author Adam Roy
    Well, I had no idea you were banned, but thanks for broadcasting that?

    Apology accepted I suppose. But an apology probably would have been appropriate to the people you sent messages to, instead of to everybody.
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    • Profile picture of the author Shane N
      Originally Posted by Adam Roy View Post

      Well, I had no idea you were banned, but thanks for broadcasting that?

      Apology accepted I suppose. But an apology probably would have been appropriate to the people you sent messages to, instead of to everybody.
      Thanks Adam,

      I can appreciate your perspective, however, it appears as though many people (even those who did not receive the PM's) noticed that I was banned... And I wanted to make sure they knew/know that I didn't do anything terrible and that I am truly sorry.

      Thanks for accepting my apology and on to bigger and better things!

      Best,
      Shane
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  • Profile picture of the author theplugindude
    "Welcome back Shane! I knew you couldn't have done something that bad... You are the man!"
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    • Profile picture of the author Shane N
      Originally Posted by prats2992 View Post

      "Welcome back Shane! I knew you couldn't have done something that bad... You are the man!"
      Thanks prats... I really appreciate that. Am I really the man? Not sure... but I feel very warmly welcomed back so thanks again for that.

      Best,
      Shane
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  • Profile picture of the author Doug
    Shane, forgiven(not that I even knew).

    and, with class, you set a fantastic example to follow cleaning up mistakes.

    Doug
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  • Profile picture of the author HeySal
    Wow, now I feel left out. I wasn't good enough to receive your spam, too? :p
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    When the Roads and Paths end, learn to guide yourself through the wilderness
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  • Profile picture of the author Bruce NewMedia
    Thats a stand-up way to be, man....but listen, if you get banned again, can I have your cool sunglasses?
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  • Profile picture of the author raysonsmith
    Its fine all of them have forgiven you. Even the admin. We are happy to have you again. Welcome back.
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  • Profile picture of the author MichaelRay
    This is the first time I've read such thing on forums. Way to go Shane....and I'm pretty sure your reputation will up because of your open apology.
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