What can I do to make RallyPoint better?

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Response by PO3 David Fries made Jul 4 at 2015 1:16 PM

2015-07-04T13:16:14-04:00

Better than what?

Response by Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS made Jul 4 at 2015 1:24 PM

2015-07-04T13:24:50-04:00

Submit topics which are relevant to military & veteran readers. As an example, if you see an article which makes you think of something that happened while in. Post it.

Ask questions & share knowledge. We get lots of questions everyday from all types, and the beauty of having as many members as we do is the varied perspectives. Sometimes something will pop up that just doesn't make sense, but we have SME's here from both inside (MOS) and outside (second/third career) the service who may be able to shed light.

As an example, you are a Loan Officer, according to profile. Someone may ask a question that falls within that specific area of your expertise. You are a valuable resource in that regards.

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Jul 4 at 2015 1:33 PM

2015-07-04T13:33:07-04:00

SGT Derrick Evans Here are some suggestions - please take them for what they are worth:

1. Complete your profile and get the Blue Ribbon (be accurate and give your connections some good information about what you have experience and accomplished)
2. Be very respectful in all of your replies and comments (be the ultimate professional)
3. Don't comment on subjects you don't really understand from the other service branches, if they are branch specific (this is just my recommendation) - use those to learn about your fellow service members and what is happening in their service branches. You can definitely comment on subjects they post that are general interest and they are looking for everyone's feedback.
4. From my perspective rank shouldn't matter on this site, so always feel comfortable in expressing your own views and beliefs.
5. If someone says something that offends you - move on and be the better person - don't respond in kind.
6. If you have suggestions on how to improve RallyPoint share them with the administrators that have the stars - never hurts to make suggestions.
7. Stay involved and try to post discussions of value and that are meaningful questions that you are passionate about. Utilize pictures and videos that are pertinent to the subject. Use a good tag line that will capture the other RP Members attention.
8. Spell check your work (just my recommendation).
9. Join and follow groups you are interested in. Get involved in those discussions on hobbies you like and interested in.
10.If you don’t anything about a subject, don’t be afraid or embarrassed to ask questions if you want.
11.Reach out to other RP members for help if you need it from a professional development standpoint. I learn something everyday from the RP Membership.

These are just a few of my suggestions. There are other RP members that can probably add to this laundry list of suggestions. Hope that helps and is what you were looking for - have a great 4th of July Weekend!

Response by MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca made Jul 4 at 2015 1:35 PM

2015-07-04T13:35:34-04:00

PO3 David Fries, here are some ideas:
1. Post some meaningful questions on your favorite topics. Don't just simply troll and repost questions from other sites.
2. Complete your profile, get your blue ribbon and enough points to become a member administrator to help keep the sight organized.
3. Provide respectful answers and opinions in posts to participate in discussions
4. Don't stand on a soapbox and preach, discuss and respect the opinions of others.

Welcome to the party!!

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 4 at 2015 7:52 PM

2015-07-04T19:52:25-04:00

I would say to act as professional. Some people come into social media and believe it is a free for all and go wild here. It is sad to see member of the military act such a way. Especially a senior leader. This isn't a popularity contest. Points are great but they aren't why we are here. I am sitting at number 4 in point overall on the site. That is great but I would gladly give them all away. What I strive for is to provide relevant content to engage the members. If you were to look at a members profile and see the discussions they start you will see what I am talking about. Some are gunning for the points. I hope I never fall into this category.

Response by CAPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 4 at 2015 10:46 PM

2015-07-04T22:46:54-04:00

Inspire others.