User talk:Schmidt Herbert

Hello, I'm Materialscientist. I wanted to let you know that one or more of your recent contributions have been undone because they appeared to be promotional. Advertising and using Wikipedia as a "soapbox" are against Wikipedia policy and not permitted; Wikipedia articles should be written objectively, using independent sources, and from a neutral perspective. Take a look at the welcome page to learn more about Wikipedia. Thank you. Materialscientist (talk) 01:48, 31 December 2023 (UTC)[reply]

I understand the point and applaud it.

The fact is, I am THE expert on the topic worldwide. There are currently three books on the topic, all written by me. I work with Museums and Universities, and give talks and seminars. I have also published in university publications etc.

I do think I qualify as an expert. So, if an expert isn't allowed to alter it (and frankly, it needs even further alteration. I tried to be gentle), then I am unsure what you expect. If anybody else did the same alterations but not me… then it would have been ok?

If so, it is not about content but about a rule that is used not in its sense but quite stubbornly.

If not – then please let me know how you expect to get expert knowledge in there without allowing it.

If you would like different references, there are no other than my books, articles and talks.

I would respectfully ask you to reconsider. It would be great if you would put quality first.

As an afterthought: A way around would have been to lie. Register as a different person so that the changes are not being done in my name. Is that preferable?

Again: I understand the sentiment but surely content and context are the important factors.

I am looking forward to your thoughts and ruling.

With the best wishes for a new year

Herbert Schmidt Schmidt Herbert (talk) 07:31, 31 December 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Schmidt Herbert (talk) 07:41, 31 December 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Schmidt Herbert (talk) 09:48, 3 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

December 2023

You have been blocked indefinitely from editing certain pages (Buckler) for promotional editing.

If you think there are good reasons for being unblocked, please review Wikipedia's guide to appealing blocks, then add the following text to the bottom of your talk page: {{unblock|reason=Your reason here ~~~~}}. Ad Orientem (talk) 03:18, 31 December 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Request unblocking

This user's unblock request has been reviewed by an administrator, who declined the request. Other administrators may also review this block, but should not override the decision without good reason (see the blocking policy).

Schmidt Herbert (block log • active blocks • global blocks • contribs • deleted contribs • filter log • creation log • change block settings • unblock • checkuser (log))

Request reason:

I understand the point and applaud it. The fact is, I am THE expert on the topic worldwide. There are currently three books on the topic, all written by me. I work with Museums and Universities, and give talks and seminars. I have also published in university publications etc. I do think I qualify as an expert. So, if an expert isn't allowed to alter it (and frankly, it needs even further alteration. I tried to be gentle), then I am unsure what you expect. If anybody else did the same alterations but not me… then it would have been ok? If so, it is not about content but about a rule that is used not in its sense but quite stubbornly. If not – then please let me know how you expect to get expert knowledge in there without allowing it. If you would like different references, there are no other than my books, articles and talks. I would respectfully ask you to reconsider. It would be great if you would put quality first. As an afterthought: A way around would have been to lie. Register as a different person so that the changes are not being done in my name. Is that preferable? Again: I understand the sentiment but surely content and context are the important factors. I am looking forward to your thoughts and ruling. With the best wishes for a new year Schmidt Herbert (talk) 12:31, 8 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Decline reason:

Wikipedia is usually written by lay people for lay people, because Wikipedia articles primarily summarize what independent reliable sources state about the topic. Expert knowledge is certainly welcome, though see WP:EXPERT for guidance in this area. You have a conflict of interest in editing about your own work, please review that policy. You are only blocked from the Buckler article itself- you are welcome and encouraged to propose changes on the article talk page(Talk:Buckler) in the form of an edit request(click for instructions). I see no reason for the partial block to be removed; you may directly edit the rest of the almost 7 million articles we have. 331dot (talk) 14:31, 8 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

If you want to make any further unblock requests, please read the guide to appealing blocks first, then use the {{unblock}} template again. If you make too many unconvincing or disruptive unblock requests, you may be prevented from editing this page until your block has expired. Do not remove this unblock review while you are blocked.

I Endorse 331dot's decline above. Your contributions to the project are welcome and appreciated, however the community has adopted strict policies and guidelines regarding editing where conflicts of interest or potential self-promotion may exist. Please feel free to make suggested edits on the article talk page. I will append a template below this comment to help you navigate around how we do things here. Best regards... -Ad Orientem (talk) 15:04, 8 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]

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