Would you support an RP feature that allowed you to, FOR YOURSELF, turn off the 100-point trail blazer points?

2016-06-11T00:37:05-04:00

I would. Why? Because I often worry that it makes it look like I'm only responding to get those points, when in fact, I never, ever, do that just to get those points (which I don't care about). So I'd turn it off for myself. What do you think, RP Members?

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 11 at 2016 12:48 AM

2016-06-11T00:48:19-04:00

No, because I take pride in being able to say that most of my responses are meant to add value. If I don't think I can add positive value to the discussion, I'll either simply upvote someone who has and/or comment under another response.

Now, I just call people out for generic responses or ask them directly about the main subject.

I wouldn't worry about what others think, SN Greg Wright. I know you are good for contributing to the conversation. Those numbers don't define everyone the same way.

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Jun 11 at 2016 1:26 AM

2016-06-11T01:26:45-04:00

What about that free cup of coffee @ Starbucks? SN Greg Wright

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 11 at 2016 7:09 AM

2016-06-11T07:09:15-04:00

I think it provides a way for new members to get on the leaderboard. So yes for myself, I support it. It does have its magnetism, attracting those to the easy points. Some of the responses posted for the trailblazer awards are not well thought out, to get the award you have to post quickly. just needing the points IMO.

Response by Sgt Tom Cunnally made Jun 11 at 2016 7:18 AM

2016-06-11T07:18:36-04:00

I can't speak for those members But I would hazard a guess and say most of us could care less about points. We had this discussion before and only a few even checked their points. And for all of my life I was never very good at making points with anyone so whey start now??

Response by SGT Robert R. made Jun 11 at 2016 7:19 AM

2016-06-11T07:19:45-04:00

You mean there is a "game" here? I am here for support and offer support. I do like that I can see how I rate against my peers when it comes to being "social", but I think that is just ego.

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 11 at 2016 7:29 AM

2016-06-11T07:29:29-04:00

I respond when my old brain thinks I have something to say. Points do not play a role in how or when I post.

Response by MCPO Roger Collins made Jun 11 at 2016 10:02 AM

2016-06-11T10:02:31-04:00

There is a valid reason for the points system on most social networks and it isn't primarily for those with the most points.

Response by Capt Tom Brown made Jun 11 at 2016 10:40 AM

2016-06-11T10:40:13-04:00

As someone suggested why doesn't RP run an experiment for say 30 days and turn off the entire point system and see how it affects membership or comments, etc? Maybe some of us secretly like prizes once in awhile.