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Title: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:24:16
I really don't want to do this, but **** it, It'll be informative and useful for you guys. I was kinda weighing whether or not I wanted to do it, and figure nothing too terrible could happen.

I've been a professional for 17+ years and will be making it 18 on February 27. Any Sifo who's turning professional currently most likely does not know who I am. I made many friends in school as well as online playing other games, mainly Call of Duty and League of Lesbians.

I will try my best to answer your questions. My answers are based off my experience, which is not "textbook".

Ask away.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Michael on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:25:39
My first question:

What up, son?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: tjcaustin on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:26:06
How do you feel about keycap makers selling things with your soul?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: stancato9 on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:26:28
Has Anyone Really Been Far Even as Decided to Use Even Go Want to do Look More Like?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: nubbinator on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:26:55
How do you feel about keycap makers selling things with your soul?

What if the caps are like a horcrux and now Sifo can live forever?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:28:54
My first question:

What up, son?

(http://i1.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/354/705/234.jpg)

How do you feel about keycap makers selling things with your soul?
How do you feel about keycap makers selling things with your soul?

What if the caps are like a horcrux and now Sifo can live forever?

Shhhhh

Has Anyone Really Been Far Even as Decided to Use Even Go Want to do Look More Like?

Yes

Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: eth0s on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:31:34
I'm still an amateur Sifo.  I want to make it to the professional ranks, but I can only Sifo on weekends.  Can I get to your level by Sifo'ing 8-10 hours per week?  Or is this like a 50-60 hour per week thing to go full Sifo?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:32:17
I'm still an amateur Sifo.  I want to make it to the professional ranks, but I can only Sifo on weekends.  Can I get to your level by Sifo'ing 8-10 hours per week?  Or is this like a 50-60 hour per week thing to go full Sifo?

You'll need to dedicate at least 14 hours a day to become a true Sifo, but don't forget to take breaks when starting out.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:34:39
How can you be in so many places at once??
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:36:17
How can you be in so many places at once??

(http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs39/f/2008/341/0/c/Kage_Bunshin_No_Jutsu_by_McCurleyFries.gif)
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: demik on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:38:12
bora or hyolyn?

TRICK QUESTION. BOTH!

Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:39:52
bora or hyolyn?

TRICK QUESTION. BOTH!


(http://i.imgur.com/sO0Nv2u.jpg)


All.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: demik on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:40:29
good answer.

also fond of 2ne1
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: tp4tissue on Mon, 06 January 2014, 21:56:58
bora or hyolyn?

TRICK QUESTION. BOTH!


Legs eh?(http://www.cute-factor.com/images/smilies/onion_custom/th_aji.gif)
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 08 January 2014, 11:53:38
How did you first become a sifo?  Could you explain how you went about joining and what it was like at the time you first joined?

I'm really interested in becoming a professional sifo but I fear I may have missed my chance by a few years.  I've heard you should really get involved when you're much younger, and after a certain point it becomes very difficult to do.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Fire Brand on Wed, 08 January 2014, 13:07:23
What does "Sifo" mean o:

When I say this I mean a backstory if it has one, its always a question I like to hear the response to ^_^
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 08 January 2014, 13:14:44
What does "Sifo" mean o:

When I say this I mean a backstory if it has one, its always a question I like to hear the response to ^_^

It's his name?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: JPG on Wed, 08 January 2014, 13:20:39
What made you decide to go from amateur Sifo to professional Sifo?


What's the best food that you recommend for someone wanting to become a professional Sifo?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Fire Brand on Wed, 08 January 2014, 13:20:50
What does "Sifo" mean o:

When I say this I mean a backstory if it has one, its always a question I like to hear the response to ^_^

It's his name?

Gosh your right :p I mean urrm I will try to "Splurge" whats in my brain into words.

What does the name mean such as why choose Sifo, is there a back story is it a person, place or such. For example mine would be a Gargoyle from Ghost and Goblins Gargoyles Quest, that sort of thing, so for you my Spammy why did you choose that name? :p

Hope that makes sence? Maybe most likely not :s
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 08 January 2014, 13:24:35
What does "Sifo" mean o:

When I say this I mean a backstory if it has one, its always a question I like to hear the response to ^_^

It's his name?

Gosh your right :p I mean urrm I will try to "Splurge" whats in my brain into words.

What does the name mean such as why choose Sifo, is there a back story is it a person, place or such. For example mine would be a Gargoyle from Ghost and Goblins Gargoyles Quest, that sort of thing, so for you my Spammy why did you choose that name? :p

Hope that makes sence? Maybe most likely not :s

It was chosen for me!
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Fire Brand on Wed, 08 January 2014, 13:36:42
What does "Sifo" mean o:

When I say this I mean a backstory if it has one, its always a question I like to hear the response to ^_^

It's his name?

Gosh your right :p I mean urrm I will try to "Splurge" whats in my brain into words.

What does the name mean such as why choose Sifo, is there a back story is it a person, place or such. For example mine would be a Gargoyle from Ghost and Goblins Gargoyles Quest, that sort of thing, so for you my Spammy why did you choose that name? :p

Hope that makes sence? Maybe most likely not :s

It was chosen for me!

Well I don't know that! Maybe you like Spam and your named Ray? or follow along you have a Raygun that fires spam o:
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 08 January 2014, 13:47:11
What does "Sifo" mean o:

When I say this I mean a backstory if it has one, its always a question I like to hear the response to ^_^

It's his name?

Gosh your right :p I mean urrm I will try to "Splurge" whats in my brain into words.

What does the name mean such as why choose Sifo, is there a back story is it a person, place or such. For example mine would be a Gargoyle from Ghost and Goblins Gargoyles Quest, that sort of thing, so for you my Spammy why did you choose that name? :p

Hope that makes sence? Maybe most likely not :s

It was chosen for me!

Well I don't know that! Maybe you like Spam and your named Ray? or follow along you have a Raygun that fires spam o:

He likes to spam and his name is Ray.   :))
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Fire Brand on Wed, 08 January 2014, 14:21:39
What does "Sifo" mean o:

When I say this I mean a backstory if it has one, its always a question I like to hear the response to ^_^

It's his name?

Gosh your right :p I mean urrm I will try to "Splurge" whats in my brain into words.

What does the name mean such as why choose Sifo, is there a back story is it a person, place or such. For example mine would be a Gargoyle from Ghost and Goblins Gargoyles Quest, that sort of thing, so for you my Spammy why did you choose that name? :p

Hope that makes sence? Maybe most likely not :s

It was chosen for me!

Well I don't know that! Maybe you like Spam and your named Ray? or follow along you have a Raygun that fires spam o:

He likes to spam and his name is Ray.   :))
It makes so much sence, but I like my Spam firing ray gun idea more I imagine him with an evil laugh now :3
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 08 January 2014, 14:26:52
What does "Sifo" mean o:

When I say this I mean a backstory if it has one, its always a question I like to hear the response to ^_^

It's his name?

Gosh your right :p I mean urrm I will try to "Splurge" whats in my brain into words.

What does the name mean such as why choose Sifo, is there a back story is it a person, place or such. For example mine would be a Gargoyle from Ghost and Goblins Gargoyles Quest, that sort of thing, so for you my Spammy why did you choose that name? :p

Hope that makes sence? Maybe most likely not :s

It was chosen for me!

Well I don't know that! Maybe you like Spam and your named Ray? or follow along you have a Raygun that fires spam o:

He likes to spam and his name is Ray.   :))

I blame hashbaz!
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:02:30
How did you first become a sifo?  Could you explain how you went about joining and what it was like at the time you first joined?

I'm really interested in becoming a professional sifo but I fear I may have missed my chance by a few years.  I've heard you should really get involved when you're much younger, and after a certain point it becomes very difficult to do.

I was born Sifo.

What made you decide to go from amateur Sifo to professional Sifo?


What's the best food that you recommend for someone wanting to become a professional Sifo?

I had to go professional to continue on, idk. It was what I was born to be, you know? Also I would recommend a healthy serving of rice every meal + chicken wings, and once you progress beyond that, then your diet will consist purely of pizza.

What does "Sifo" mean o:

When I say this I mean a backstory if it has one, its always a question I like to hear the response to ^_^

Sifo is my name.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:04:27
What made you decide to go from amateur Sifo to professional Sifo?


What's the best food that you recommend for someone wanting to become a professional Sifo?

I had to go professional to continue on, idk. It was what I was born to be, you know? Also I would recommend a healthy serving of rice every meal + chicken wings, and once you progress beyond that, then your diet will consist purely of pizza.

I've heard rumours regarding your sleep schedule.  What kind of sleep regimen do you follow to stay on top of your sifo game?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: JPG on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:09:46
What made you decide to go from amateur Sifo to professional Sifo?


What's the best food that you recommend for someone wanting to become a professional Sifo?

I had to go professional to continue on, idk. It was what I was born to be, you know? Also I would recommend a healthy serving of rice every meal + chicken wings, and once you progress beyond that, then your diet will consist purely of pizza.

I've heard rumours regarding your sleep schedule.  What kind of sleep regimen do you follow to stay on top of your sifo game?


Tsss, everyone knows that when you become a pro Sifo you don't need to sleep anymore, unless you want to act as a normal person once in a while!
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:10:24
What made you decide to go from amateur Sifo to professional Sifo?


What's the best food that you recommend for someone wanting to become a professional Sifo?

I had to go professional to continue on, idk. It was what I was born to be, you know? Also I would recommend a healthy serving of rice every meal + chicken wings, and once you progress beyond that, then your diet will consist purely of pizza.

I've heard rumours regarding your sleep schedule.  What kind of sleep regimen do you follow to stay on top of your sifo game?


Tsss, everyone knows that when you become a pro Sifo you don't need to sleep anymore, unless you want to act as a normal person once in a while!

Basically this, Sifos can live off of 0 sleep but we enjoy slumbering for an extended period of time once in a while.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: eth0s on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:11:46
How did you first become a sifo?  Could you explain how you went about joining and what it was like at the time you first joined?

I'm really interested in becoming a professional sifo but I fear I may have missed my chance by a few years.  I've heard you should really get involved when you're much younger, and after a certain point it becomes very difficult to do.

I was born Sifo.

What made you decide to go from amateur Sifo to professional Sifo?


What's the best food that you recommend for someone wanting to become a professional Sifo?

I had to go professional to continue on, idk. It was what I was born to be, you know? Also I would recommend a healthy serving of rice every meal + chicken wings, and once you progress beyond that, then your diet will consist purely of pizza.

What does "Sifo" mean o:

When I say this I mean a backstory if it has one, its always a question I like to hear the response to ^_^

Sifo is my name.


Okay, I've been eating nothing but rice balls, chicken wings, and pizza for a week now.  And I feel great! :thumb:

Also, I signed up for an Intermediate Sifo class at my local Community College.  It's a bit advanced for me, but I'm getting a Sifo tutor.  I'm confident that I can make it to pro level in a couple years.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:13:30
You may be inquiring about the perks of becoming a Sifo. Well, it's not all fun and games.

Would you all take a look at this.

(http://i.imgur.com/CTFB8qj.jpg)

Pretty, isn't it? This is my soul. It's where the Sifo's power comes from.

When you are chosen or become a Sifo, this magical keycap is born.

Right, any one who chooses to become a Sifo gets a soul keycap... must fulfill a duty to battle the the Ofis.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Fire Brand on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:18:09
You may be inquiring about the perks of becoming a Sifo. Well, it's not all fun and games.

Would you all take a look at this.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CTFB8qj.jpg)


Pretty, isn't it? This is my soul. It's where the Sifo's power comes from.

When you are chosen or become a Sifo, this magical keycap is born.

Right, any one who chooses to become a Sifo gets a soul keycap... must fulfill a duty to battle the the Ofis.

Well that makes sence, also nice to meet you I have never met you but talk to you >->

O: Ofis are they the evil Torpe loving people o:
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: tjcaustin on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:21:10
No, because sifo's endgame is an hhkb
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: regack on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:21:38
If your place was on fire, and you could only rescue one thing on your way out what would it be?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:23:37
You may be inquiring about the perks of becoming a Sifo. Well, it's not all fun and games.

Would you all take a look at this.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CTFB8qj.jpg)


Pretty, isn't it? This is my soul. It's where the Sifo's power comes from.

When you are chosen or become a Sifo, this magical keycap is born.

Right, any one who chooses to become a Sifo gets a soul keycap... must fulfill a duty to battle the the Ofis.

Well that makes sence, also nice to meet you I have never met you but talk to you >->

O: Ofis are they the evil Torpe loving people o:

Naw the Ofis are just a type of really bad people you know?

No, because sifo's endgame is an hhkb

False, Pink 456 GT

If your place was on fire, and you could only rescue one thing on your way out what would it be?

My house
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: regack on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:24:09
My GHpad PCB

Ah, I knew it...

Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: demik on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:29:55
Can I be the first Hispanic sifo?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:31:49
Can I be the first Hispanic sifo?

You can try... but whether or not you succeed is up to you.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: demik on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:33:53
Im a mexiCAN  not a mexiCANT.  I'll succeed.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: eth0s on Wed, 08 January 2014, 15:45:53
Im a mexiCAN  not a mexiCANT.  I'll succeed.

Can't I be the second Hispanic Sifo?
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 08 January 2014, 19:11:21
Here's my professional Sifo business card.

(http://i.imgur.com/vkqQb3F.jpg)
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Halverson on Wed, 08 January 2014, 19:15:09
My earthquake hero <3
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Blusey on Thu, 09 January 2014, 10:34:52
Why do you let your soul be put into the form of a Keycap ;D
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 09 January 2014, 10:36:28
Why do you let your soul be put into the form of a Keycap ;D

The source of my powers and to achieve immortality
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: ideus on Thu, 09 January 2014, 10:52:02
What I liked the most about this thread were the nice videos of Asian girls dancing. Besides that I wonder what is a sifo key and how sifo made into the ranks of exalted whatever at GH. For a vendor this thread is the ultimate marketing idea. Well done Mr. Sifo.
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 09 January 2014, 10:56:31
You don't know my soul?

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=52171.msg1168801#msg1168801
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=52171.msg1185423#msg1185423

More info can be found there. I'm a vendor but this thread has nothing to do with what we sell.

>>>***~~~>>> CHECK US OUT AT http://d-squad.ca THOUGH <<<***~~~<<<
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: ideus on Thu, 09 January 2014, 11:49:56
Branding is the new trend in marketing, and it does not have to do with specific products but with building thrust on a person or brand. So, again these threads: Sifo's, Demik's are extraordinary examples of branding at GH. Applause and hat off!  8)
Title: Re: The "Ask a professional Sifo" thread
Post by: agodinhost on Thu, 09 January 2014, 12:01:16
earthquake hero?
GOSHJ