Yeah, so before I spend time on the weekends; what exactly is it that you'd say we do here?

2015-07-21T08:04:10-04:00

What is the benefit of this site to you?
Is this a fun place? Another networking site to connect with total strangers who may only exist on the internet? Do I get powerups for coming here? Because I'm gonna be honest here, if I can trade my +100 friend points for getting out of a budget meeting, that would be pretty awesome. What is it that makes this site any different than the others? I honestly want to know because it seems like some people spend a lot of time here and I'm curious to see what I'm missing. Also, I figure posting this as my inaugural "discussion" might clue me in on the ground rules.

Response by SGT Ben Keen made Jul 21 at 2015 8:25 AM

2015-07-21T08:25:32-04:00

I would direct you to another thread where we discuss the purpose behind RallyPoint, this might be helpful to you. I also suggest searching the threads prior to making any posts as to save time and effort when we may have already covered your question.

What is RallyPoint really? | RallyPoint

Thinking about this, I know RP is billed as pro developement for service members and vets etc... but a lot of what we talk about has nothing to do with personal development, there are many things that are but also many things that are not. It kind of feels like FB for military people minus the "I had a grilled cheese for lunch.".

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 21 at 2015 8:55 AM

2015-07-21T08:55:23-04:00

Can I click them all??? lol

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Jul 21 at 2015 9:27 AM

2015-07-21T09:27:04-04:00

CPT Brian Holmes I didn't respond to the survey, because there wasn't a survey answer that really completed the whole story about the site. I'm not a member of the board; I'm not an admin type or anything like that. I'm just a retired Colonel working a fulltime job out of the house, commenting on RallyPoint in between work and calls. RallyPoint is definitely a place to connect with former soldiers you have served with. It is definitely a place to make connections for business opportunities (I have). It is a site to work with and help other veterans or active service members with issues, questions, problems, etc. It is a site that I have connected with a few veterans and I'm meeting them up in Sturgis on Sunday, August 2, 2015 (new friends that served). It is a sight that I can help individuals with their resumes and find work. Its a site where can mentor and coach young leaders with leadership information and tools they can use as they progress in their future. It’s a site where I can help an individual on a project to get pictures for all the fallen heroes in the Vietnam War through all the connections. It's linking up with individuals who have similar civilian backgrounds that could lead to new opportunities down the road. It's a place to voice your opinion about what is going on right or wrong in the world. It's a place that you can be the "arm chair quarterback" on how you would run the military or the federal government. It’s a site that provides veterans with key links to perspective employment opportunities and information about veteran benefits. Its a site where active duty personnel can ask questions about certain things they feel more comfortable asking former experts or currently serving experts around the country. I’m sure that I left out about a dozen other things it can provide. Yea, and every once in while there is post that "lightens" up the day! Its what you make it for yourself CPT Brian Holmes

PS. You can other members a "thumbs up" if you think their post or discussion was worth it!

Response by PVT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 21 at 2015 3:55 PM

2015-07-21T15:55:22-04:00

For me, i love rallypoint. I stay because of the plethora of knowledge from senior ncos and senior officers who have made of a career of the military. Knowledge that will help me succeed throughout my career and onwards. that's the benefit to me.