ya -- almost like a kind of instant "rate this topic" kinda thing ...maybe in roll out of new changes, it could be incorporated as a separate area; separate from this Comments area...

i like that example dprecosk, the idea of pointing out when people make good topics. I think it helps to let people know when they're contributions are enjoyed.

I'd also like to say that the topics shouldn't be too specialized, niche. Making things open ended, with specific ideas could can be tough, but I think it adds a lot.

haha. its fantastic!

LOL...yeah lovin' the topic image!

i know mdudlik put it to Eric to create an image for this topic, but i couldn't help it ... ;-)

...along the lines of "make it interesting" and make it debatable, but make it provocative (but not nasty or cruel)

The best topics get people interested while also making them want to debate their favorites to others. Anything people can relate to would also help.

By the way. Make Five could really use a spell check or editor.

Hey Eric, can you make an icon for this one? Im thinking a smiley face with the $ sign. :$ like "how to make your topics money" or the ! for exciting! :!