Should RallyPoint develop a challenge coin to give out to top contributors?

2014-04-21T16:03:44-04:00

Given a little back to the community that makes this site possible.

Response by SFC Christopher Walker, MAOM, DSL made Apr 21 at 2014 4:08 PM

2014-04-21T16:08:03-04:00

I agree with that but a lot of people will just start posting to receive points instead of valid information. It should be strict guidelines on how to receive this reward.

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Apr 21 at 2014 4:23 PM

2014-04-21T16:23:06-04:00

I love the idea, but see the potential in that becoming a spam fest on the boards..

Response by SSG Todd Halverson made Apr 21 at 2014 4:29 PM

2014-04-21T16:29:07-04:00

I could see it as a way for people to overload the boards with non-essential chatter to try and get the top contributor. Maybe they could develop one for purchase or through some sort of give away.

Response by SGT Ben Keen made Apr 21 at 2014 4:35 PM

2014-04-21T16:35:44-04:00

I don't think so. It's an expense that I think RallyPoint doesn't really need at this time. Good idea but just don't see it ending well. And other said before, it would probably lead to people spamming the boards.

Response by SSG Trevor S. made Apr 21 at 2014 5:23 PM

2014-04-21T17:23:56-04:00

It is a digital community, why not a digital coin. A Challenge Bitcoin. Good for one Bitbeer.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 21 at 2014 6:29 PM

2014-04-21T18:29:28-04:00

I would be concerned this may violate the traditions for award of a hard earned challenge coin or other decoration for personal service after due consideration by the leadership or members of special elite military unit.

I would worry this may be seen as crass commercialization of heart felt military tradition.

Response by SGM Matthew Quick made Apr 21 at 2014 10:14 PM

2014-04-21T22:14:32-04:00

Virtual coin? Kinda like a 'bitcoin'?

Response by PO2 Michael Campbell made Apr 22 at 2014 10:05 PM

2014-04-22T22:05:02-04:00

I have to agree with most of the folks posting before me. I think it would cause more spamming of the boards, as well as take away from the "hard-earned" aspect of challenge coins.

Response by GySgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 22 at 2014 10:06 PM

2014-04-22T22:06:31-04:00

let's see a design

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 22 at 2014 10:46 PM

2014-04-22T22:46:09-04:00

I like the idea of a virtual coin. As far as wading through the "spammers", the Mods might have to take time to research the winners' posts or other activities on RP to determine eligibility.

Another idea popped in my head while writing the first paragraph. We could incorporate a nomination process as well.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 22 at 2014 11:06 PM

2014-04-22T23:06:44-04:00

Before this august body considers the development of a coin to honor top contributors, we should realize that not everyone out there will be able to achieve a perfect 300 on their Rally Point Test (RPT). Now matter how much I type, I will never be an RPT stud like Staff. Sgt. Burns, Maj. Bartlett, et al. <div><br></div><div>Sadly, sometimes I get writers block, a medical condition beyond my control.  I believe there should be a provision for creating a Rally Point Profile for those of us who, through no fault of our own, are unable to post enough to be top contributors.  There was a time in my life long ago when I could score a 300 on an RPT, but now, I am just too busy to write and my scrivener's palsy (writer's cramps) prevents me from typing more than rudimentary phrases such as LOL, OMG, or TLDR.</div><div><br></div><div>Perhaps, instead of recognizing the best of us with awards we could instead give something to everyone to make them all feel better, like a beret (unless someone already tried that).  Alternatively, we could create an RPT belt that we could wear at all times.  </div><div><br></div><div>Just trying to be helpful, LOL OMG, Etc.</div>

Response by CMDCM Gene Treants made Apr 23 at 2014 4:42 PM

2014-04-23T16:42:10-04:00

Not really.  We already get Blue Ribbons, Silver Power Usage Badges, Top 1% (etc), Trail Blazers, Thumbs Up, Light Bulbs, Thought Leader, etc, etc, etc for our efforts on RP to answer questions and mentor or learn.  <div><br></div><div>Sometimes I think we get distracted from what we really should be doing if we are hunting for awards/rewards instead of coaching and or learning from our peers.  Lets just concentrate on each other and not worry about more gedunk - real or virtual. </div>

Response by MAJ Steve Sheridan made Apr 24 at 2014 10:08 PM

2014-04-24T22:08:53-04:00

Interesting idea.

Response by SFC Rich Carey made May 8 at 2014 10:19 AM

2014-05-08T10:19:41-04:00

Why not make a coin available for purchase? I could see a store being added to RallyPoint with items available for each branch of service. Shadow boxes, coin displays, and more. :-)

Response by CPT Jacob Swartout made May 9 at 2014 2:21 PM

2014-05-09T14:21:48-04:00

Just give those who qualify more bonus points as incentives for influence and information or some other icon on their accts. Maybe a virtual coin icon?

Response by CW3 Michael Danberry made May 15 at 2014 10:27 PM

2014-05-15T22:27:51-04:00

I see no reason to try to bring some sort of challenge coin into this. This site is all virtual, no physical coins needed. Maybe a virtual coin, but not a physical challenge coin.

Response by GySgt Joe Strong made Feb 16 at 2015 4:36 PM

2015-02-16T16:36:21-05:00

I can see the potential in offering a coin, maybe a few t-shirts in a store front, but as far as RallyPoint giving back,..., I'm not seeing ads. I don't know what their revenue model is, but as far as I can see they don't need to give anything more than the perceived value those of us who are using the site apparently are already receiving.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 17 at 2015 1:19 AM

2015-02-17T01:19:33-05:00

Are they not giving back by not charging for the site?

I mean it takes quite a bit of time to run a site. All they ask is that we be respectful and decent.

Response by SPC Benjamin Smith made Feb 17 at 2015 10:35 PM

2015-02-17T22:35:23-05:00

Once I hit Top 1%, I've got a bullet for an impact AAM!

Response by CSM Michael Lynch made Feb 24 at 2015 5:41 PM

2015-02-24T17:41:30-05:00

Could those that receive it then claim they are part of the RP Special Forces??? LOL

Response by TSgt Joshua Copeland made Feb 24 at 2015 5:43 PM

2015-02-24T17:43:42-05:00

Well, it isn't a coin, but they do give out a nifty 50 cal bottle opener with your name and RP on it from Bullets2Bandages.

https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/congratulations-january-2015-rallypoint-influencers-of-the-month

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 24 at 2015 6:47 PM

2015-02-24T18:47:13-05:00

Good idea, LTC Jason Bartlett. They're doing those monthly awards now, which is nice. It seems that the RallyPoint team is trying to recognize top contributors, and I think that's swell.