It does not matter to me personally but it is not just for classified dealings according to the original post.
"What is being rating? Well, classifieds deals, for one. But a rating could also be an indication of your posting value in terms of helping out folks, sharing info, knowledge base, and generally being just a good person."  
Merry Christmas Joe

The Mods ARE responsible for consistency & common respect throughout which is why good folks participate. Thanks all.

QuoteOriginally posted by JoeM:
It does not matter to me personally but it is not just for classified dealings according to the original post.
"What is being rating? Well, classifieds deals, for one. But a rating could also be an indication of your posting value in terms of helping out folks, sharing info, knowledge base, and generally being just a good person."  
Merry Christmas Joe

the member rating system can be whatever you want it to be, or don't turn it on for your profile.

as guru alluded to, in the best of all world's it can be an indication of how you participate in the classifieds.  it's just a tool.  turn it on or off - use it or not - all are your calls.

another tool that hasn't been mentioned yet is your profile signature line.  if you have had a good classifieds deal with another member, mention that in your signature line, perhaps as ...

"GOOD MEMBER DEALS WITH - (add the member handles that apply here)."

C'mon folks, give it a chance. We are criticizing something that just got started. I'm sure the mods are going to need time to work out some kinks, but we have to let time take it's toll. If you don't care for it then opt out. Just give things time to work themselves out.
Question: Would it be too much work for someone who rates someone too low to have to explain to A mod(via PM only) why he/she rated that person that low? This might be too much work but I wanted to ask.

Mike

Since we are on the subject, I would like to say that I hadn't thought about the classifieds. I see how they could be useful to some people, but I never thought about selling stuff, especially being across the border (extra shipping costs, duty, exchange, etc.).

I thought that the rating was to assess a person's credibility,experience, helpfulness, personality, etc. pertaining to their posts (and I guess it could be used that way too).

I understand now, and the whole thing makes more sense.

QuoteOriginally posted by leatherneck:
...
Question: Would it be too much work for someone who rates someone too low to have to explain to A mod(via PM only) why he/she rated that person that low? This might be too much work but I wanted to ask.

Mike

mike, i wrote a program that identifies just what member rated what other member(s) and what rating each one has.  so we do have that confidential info (only available to admin) that will NOT be shared.  

HOWEVER, *if* we see a 'pattern' whereby a member is 'stuffing the ballot box' by dishing out predominantly low ratings, we're gonna have a chat with that member.

only takes less than one second for my code to read through many thousands of member profile records and spit out who done what to whom.  

the big question will be 'why?'.

I like the idea of the rating be used for the classifieds like Curt (Guru) said. It could be helpful identifying those who have made bad deals with our members.
But like MikeM stated the original explanation of the rating system didn't spell it out that way.  Glad I got a better understanding now.

Thanks Rob.  

When the ratings started I just rated everyone I could remember dealing with from the classifieds, all Class Acts of course. I  couldn't imagine a case where I'd rate anyone, good or bad, for anything else, since anything other than a physical transaction is my OPINION, which could be wrong.

QuoteOriginally posted by DannyBows:
When the ratings started I just rated everyone I could remember dealing with from the classifieds, all Class Acts of course. I  couldn't imagine a case where I'd rate anyone, good or bad, for anything else, since anything other than a physical transaction is my OPINION, which could be wrong.

Don't sweat it...let's leave the popularity contests to the high schools!

IpcJon2,

I may have reacted too strongly to one of your posts and I apologize.  Sometimes I take things too seriously or fail to see the implied humor.  

However, Hunting, fishing, wildlife, and all things outdoor related the outdoors are the most important parts of my life outside of my family. Many places that I hunted and fished are long gone and knuckleheads have been all too common over the years.

Anyway, you sound like a really good guy with strong values and ethics, and one who is serious about hunting.  In addition,I have enjoyed reading many of your posts. I am glad you are here.  

Nevertheless, I am glad rating system isn't based upon posts as I don't do well in popularity contests, especially when I believe strongly in the subject. However, loyalty is one of my best assets.

Did the rating system disappear???

QuoteOriginally posted by adirondack46r:
Did the rating system disappear???

gone like a buck what caught yer scent ...

Site seems faster now Rob.

   yep seems faster to me too!

QuoteOriginally posted by vermonster13:
Site seems faster now Rob.

speed was never an issue.

Used properly it was a good idea. You guys will think of a way to make it work with the classifieds. Appreciate your efforts, you had our best interest in mind. As to personal ratings!

I believe we should be thoughtful of others and choose our words appropriately, but we should also speak straight and honest with a sincereity that comes from our heart. To do so should not penalize us in any manner.

F R

Used properly it was a good idea. You guys will think of a way to make it work with the classifieds. Appreciate your efforts, you had our best interest in mind. As to personal ratings!

I believe we should be thoughtful of others and choose our words appropriately, but we should also speak straight and honest with a sincereity that comes from our heart. To do so should not penalize us in any manner.

F R

oops! sorry for the double post, lagging a little