I saw your what the hell is going on here response. Kinda hostile IMO. While you were correct in the fact they were breaking a rule, they weren't scamming or anything so could have been less aggressive. Some businesses might feel the hostility and decide not to stay on the forum. Just something to think about when replying to businesses.
Right, we need to be a bit more friendly, especially towards newbies and potential businesses looking to promote on the forum. We all know that signature campaigns have dropped off since the mixer campaigns were banned, so let’s show some consideration. Correct them, but also guide them on what to do. After all, it benefits us too, if they see Bitcointalk as a friendly community, it’ll be more appealing for them to run their business and stay.
I had no idea that the thread was deleted by a mod, Initially I was thinking they deleted the thread themselves and coming to see that it was reported and a mod deleted it immediately would have made them be scared of the platform as I checked they have not been active since the thread was deleted.
They can't delete a thread, maybe they can remove their own post, but the thread will stay up. Only the mods can take it down if they find it breaking the forum rules, which seems to be the case here.
Your point is quite alright that newbie account with potential business promotion should be treated friendly on the forum since they are new and have no much idea how things works here but with time as they continue their stay here, they would get to know more about the forum and abide by the rules as it governs this great platform. I also believe they would be willing and ready to take corrections from reputable members since they are new and would want to be of good conduct to making sure their project reputation is on the right track.
It’s a good thing yahoo62278 guided them, and look at them now....they’ve already purchased a Copper membership, showing they’re serious about their business here. They’re definitely welcome, and while we welcome them, we also welcome the opportunities they bring, especially if they plan on running promotions and advertising.