What do you think about uploading a photo of yourself for your profile, like I've done, instead of an avatar?

RickJ

As far as forums go, generally only a small percentage of people put pics of themselves with their Profile.

Might I suggest this, to add a bit more to the "feeling of community":

Change "Ask Me Help Desk Management" to "Ask Me Help Desk Community" and add a "Introduce Yourself and Post Your Picture" board.

And to take it one step further, a cool feature of some boards is a
Member Map. ...but I know, that's an addition that takes some time and knowledge to set up...

fredg

Hi,
I agree with rickj about the photo. It's rare to see personal photos on forum sites.

LTheobald

I do have a photo of myself as my avatar. That's me at my weekly archery lesson...

I don't mind putting a picture of myself up here but I prefer avatars - it can be more of an insight into the person's personality. For example, mine says: Likes Zelda, plays to many games, needs to get out more - Well that's spot on for me

LisaB4657

If you're interested in making a Member Map, check out www.frappr.com.

RickJ

I don't post my pic just thinkin' y'all'd laugh at me

Skinwhite

Oh my Rick, have you considered an Alpha Hydroxy Peel to diminish those fine lines???? LOL

I was just thinking that pic has many possibilities.
Marlboro could use it as their poster child: "Who says smoking shortens your life?"

OR

Stop Smoking Campaigns could use it: " Smoking is not healthy, she's actually 32"


...anyways, I agree most people hardly ever put their pics in profiles. An introduction section is a good idea for members to post their pics .

nymphetamine

What do you mean? Ive always looked like barbies sadistic twin sister.

NeedKarma

Actually that's not a bad idea - get a decent pic of oneself and throw a Photoshop filter to it ... hmmmm... that would be better than old Ralphie Wiggum.

DJ 'H'

There is lot of insprartional ideas going on in this thread. You really have got everyone thinking. Nice one!!