It has come to my attention that one of the very neat parts about having a completely configurable community platform is that community members can get creative and add unexpected flair and opportunity.
Why would you want to empower your members to create activities in your community? Well, you don't need to. Administrative controls at the most granular, content (building block) level can keep you in your comfort zone of complete control. What if you were to venture forth and try something new, however?
Maybe you could invite members to give insights and feedback and join in the creation and growth of the community? Maybe you could create private spaces for groups within the community to try things out and see what works or drives interest?
Today I found Community Jeopardy in the HiveLive community. What is it? It is a trivia game that keeps track of the leaders on the leader (score) board, rewarding expertise. And, it is a game that also rewards participation! Points are scored not only for being right, but also for weighing in with answers. Why? In short, fear of being wrong kills creativity. Only if we are willing to throw our ideas out there and take a risk do we have a chance to make things happen!
This Ted video tells that story:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iG9CE55wbtY#t=5m34s
I'll report on a few questions and answers in coming posts. This is a very cool community element, introduced by a member of the community looking to drive certain conversations while having fun. The knowledge base this is building is already extraordinary. All in the quest for point. Wonder what the end reward will be?
Current leader: http://www.ryanspohn.com. Bring it on!
