How you earn points in the Green Talent forum

Every time you get involved in the Green Talent community, you're rewarded with points and when you've earned enough you can start to 'spend' them and support the Green Talent programme.

Here's a quick run-down on what you earn points for:

• Signing up and creating a profile
• Editing your profile
• Telling us about the skills you have
• Listing the things you'd like to get help with
• Replying to requests that relate to the skills you have
• Adding a profile image
• Becoming a star performer by visiting often

Remember, this is your community and it's here to help you get ahead in life. Whatever you plan to do in the future, or find out about in the forum, use your profile to showcase everything you have to offer.

You may have had a work placement that really changed your work direction and want to share what you learned. You may have some great tips for writing a CV or want to share your imaginative business ideas. These are all talents and skills that you can use to help others so add them to your profile and earn extra points.

You'll also earn points when you request help. You may want to find some work experience or need some tips on starting your own business. Perhaps, you're interested in getting vocational training rather than going to college but would like to see what other people have experienced. Add these requests to your profile, and you'll earn points.

Plus, the community will be automatically told about what you're looking for and 'match-make' you with the right people who can help.

Top tips for creating a good profile and earning lots of points:

• Keep your profile up-to-date
• Be clear about what you're looking for
• Participate and share what you know
• Respond to requests quickly

The more time you give the more points you earn and the more money our sponsors will share with the Green Talent programme.

If you haven't joined, sign up now.