Associations

[kensei]

In my mind Org.s should not be just used for Ranking. They should be a source fo trainign and competition if you like that. If you join a group just to gather rank then you are not being honest with them. anyone can say "hey, Im going up a rank now and will say I am a Godan" or even find like minded guys to agree...and some will just tell their students to vote them a new rank higher....but legit organizations should be about learning and wanting to associate with people that will help you grow as a Karate/martial artist.

Dont worry about your rank, worry about what you know and who you can associate with that will help you grow!

[sensei8]

Leave those alone who put rank above knowledge/experience to their own demise; they'll receive their due rewards.