Profile Info - Relevant or Not

Yes I have noticed that too
I think it's relevant... It's good to know who you're talking to..., where they are from etc.

 

Some people just don't like all and sundry to know there business. I can understand keeping your address pretty vague, but putting "Noddy Land" or "Behind the bike sheds" or similar... what's the point?

I agree, it's nice to know a little bit about who you're talking to.

Besides, I'm proud of living up an oak tree in Hazard County

 

I can't get into mine...I get this when I click resources....



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Apache/1.3.33 Server at www.ferrarichat.com Port 80

 

I think it is important for the new users to have a profile until they become known to the rest of the community.
Many members here know each other and many members are high profile people that don't want their info out there. For those people a profile isn't necessary since most active members of the community already know who they are and what they do.

 

I think it is a good idea for everyone to have a profile. I personally think it creates a better bond between people because you are not as skeptical of others. It also seems like shows that they trust people, and to me it is comforting knowing that people in this world still have trust in others. It is also just good to talk about yourself. An intro into who you are, and sometimes you can find common grounds with others besides cars, and for those who work, they can talk to others in the same profession or one that interests them.

 

Most chat sites of this type REQUIRE that all posters complete their profile before being allowed to post. I have no clue as to why Rob does not require same?

 

you can put in fake info. the main reason i can think of is that there are high profile people that use this site, and privacy is hard for them to get. so when they want to do something, they try to stay under the radar so that they can actually enjoy themselves.
i do think that the profiles should be filled out, and if a person does not want to be known, then they can put their initials or just their first name. It's nice to know where people live because sometimes you can relate to them, and sometimes you are gonna go on a vacation and want to know how the country or state is.

 

I have mixed feelings about filling out the profile page. I think it does add value to the discussion some instances - i.e. opinions about car performance and handling are rather hollow when it's someone that isn't old enough to drive and was born the year you got your driver's license... On the flip side, with the occasional mental case (I remember a recent keying of a 550) I would rather keep personal information to myself.

 

I like the profiles. If someone puts in something humorous, great! You learn that he has a sense of humor. If it is blank then you learn nothing, other than the person is neither humorous nor, I suppose, sharing. Personally I’m rather surprised that one of the moderators has a blank profile. Odd leadership in my book.

 

Coming from a student's perspective. I find it informative to click and see what fields of business owners are involved in.

 

One thing I don't like is having to address a fellow FChatter by a computer-ish user name like "2BX4J76" or a joke name like "Mr. Iloveporn". Remaining anonymous is fine with me, but it's a courtesy IMO to indicate a more reasonable/common "person" name that can be used by others to address you (either in your Profile or in your posts).

 

I agree with you but it seems in the profiles as well as the responses some people have to revert to stupid sarcasm or gibberish its a pity as most of the point of the questions is based on genuine lack of knowledge or a genuine problem IMO the issue of polite response goes beyond just the profile.

Martin

 

I think it is rude NOT to fill it out. If you don't want to put your address, no problem. If you don't want to put your last name, no problem....but fill the rest out for crying out loud. I for one am not as apt to help someone w/ a problem if they have no profile vs. someone that has filled theirs out.

 

I agree with Jerrari, by the way how are you doing. A person should tell little about what they do or like never know might get some business from your profile.
It just seems nice.

 

Profiles are good info and help in getting to know the poster. People with actual ownership and model experience have more value to add than those who are repeating others reviews or ill-informed opinions. If someone asks a question that requires thought or research, they're more likely to get a detailed answer if the responders feel like they know the poster. This can be prior site history or a profile or both.

Also, the idea that you can't maintain your privacy by filling in your profile I think is bogus. Just leave out a full last name and insert a state for a locale. If you're very prominent and want privacy, then you can make it a bit vaguer still (i.e. leave off the 250GTO in the owned F-car list ).

 

Mostly the ones w/ no info like to remain anonymous so they can bash at will, IMO. The serious, good willed members share: profession, hobbies, & cars they own (maybe w/out location). I assume from their bios, there are lots of posers in here too.

 

that is a gross generalization. I know someone who is really cool and extremely nice, and he doesn't have things filled out.

 

He thinks everyone picks on him for no reason.

 

who me?

 

Opps...Typo I meant she.

 

phew. i thought i did something to piss you off.

 

You don't have to worry about pissing me off. There is at least one woman here that can bench press a car. You should watch out for her.

 

OK, I should shut up now.

 

haha no keep going. i like where you are heading