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Posted: August 26, 2009 08:57 am  | |||||
     IRC Nickname: Blackraide88 Group: Ex-Member Posts: 107 Member No.: 1257 Joined: August 6, 2008 Total Events Attended: 5    | Good luck everyone. --------------------   | ||||
Posted: August 26, 2009 10:21 am | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Jesseh Group: Guest Posts: 2670 Member No.: 297 Joined: March 8, 2008 Total Events Attended: 222 | Good luck everyone  --------------------   17/6/08--> 12/9/08--> 29/11/08--> 5/1/09--> 2/3/09(Left)--> 19/7/09(Rejoin)--> 2/8/09
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Posted: August 26, 2009 10:30 am | |||||
 IRC Nickname: `Nath Group: Guest Posts: 1897 Member No.: 1873 Joined: May 11, 2009 Total Events Attended: 70 | Good Luck all. --------------------
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Posted: August 26, 2009 10:34 am | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Tnuac Group: Emeritus Posts: 1806 Member No.: 51 Joined: December 30, 2007 Total Events Attended: 58 | Best of luck to those who apply. And props to owen for actually applying so far  Hope we can get a decent number going for it.Can't stress enough how important it is to read the warning. I've been council before, and its all true. You need to be prepared to make important informed decisions and have the capabilities to go out of your way and do things without always receiving gratitude, or any recognition. But on the other side of the coin, its an amazing experience. I can honestly say it changed me, it taught me a lot better how to handle people, how to organise, and several other things. Managing people is sometimes tough, but very rewarding and can teach you a lot. So lets see some more applications (y) -------------------- ~Aetas: carpe diem quam minimum credula postero~ "Seize the day and place no trust in tomorrow"  | ||||
Posted: August 26, 2009 10:53 am | |||||
| IRC Nickname: imtheganster Group: Ex-Member Posts: 188 Member No.: 1904 Joined: June 13, 2009 Total Events Attended: 22 | Good lucke every1 who apply's -------------------- | ||||
Posted: August 26, 2009 10:54 am | |||||
 IRC Nickname: DyIan Group: Emeritus Posts: 1205 Member No.: 1638 Joined: January 15, 2009 Total Events Attended: 107 | If you apply, make sure you are active. We need active council and will die if our council goes inactive. Good luck to everyone who applies but make sure you can handle the position. --------------------   | ||||
Posted: August 26, 2009 11:18 am | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Groedius Group: Ex-Member Posts: 1556 Member No.: 99 Joined: January 3, 2008 Total Events Attended: 256 | Best of luck to all those who apply i wont be running though --------------------   | ||||
Posted: August 26, 2009 05:38 pm | |||||
| IRC Nickname: [Randy] Group: Raid Leader Posts: 5065 Member No.: 16 Joined: December 29, 2007 Total Events Attended: 499 | Good luck to everyone, hope you understand it's a big deal --------------------   | ||||
Posted: August 26, 2009 06:53 pm | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Dnovelta Group: Emeritus Posts: 2750 Member No.: 130 Joined: January 20, 2008 Total Events Attended: 137 | 1. Have you read and understood the warning? Please comment on why the warning is needed and of what relevance it is to you as an applicant. Yes, I have read, and internalized the warning. I feel that the warning is not only issued, but is necessary because the Council position is very taxing and is NOT for people that just want the power. The warning serves to deter people that wish to rise ranks for the joy of rising the ranks. The warning, in relation to myself as an applicant, is a simple reminder of what it would take to help make WG a better place. It outlines the taxing nature of the position and highlights what is needed of an applicant - qualities I believe I posses. 2. Why are you applying for the Council? I’m applying for the Council position because I genuinely want the position. Not because I see it as a conquest or a prize, but as a symbol of my commitment to the clan, and an icon of what I can achieve. I want the Council position because it means I can have more of an impact on the clan, and be more able to help the clan. I want see the clan flourish and I believe I can help WG do just that. 3. What do you perceive to be your current role in WG and in what way do you believe that you have helped WG to prosper? On a more basic level, my current role in WG is to make and host events for the members of the clan. On a different level, my role in WG is to serve as a source of information for new members and those hoping to join the clan, and a source of advice for the Council regarding clan-wide decisions and the regular members of the clan for whatever may be their issue. How have I helped WG prosper? Well, I would say that my events have helped keep the clan active and helped keep morale high, but that would be a bit unfair as it’s my job to do that. So what I will say is that I’ve helped WG prosper by being a role model for new members to look up to and by advising the Council what form of action must be taken if any were needed, or to advise them to take action where none has been considered. My addition to WG, as a member of the Staff has become more behind the scenes than up front and personal. 4. What qualities place you above other people applying for this position? Well, I’d say my character and versatility is what would put me above other candidates for this position. ~ Character ~ I have a way of saying what I want to say with words that result in my opinion not being confused with something else. I say what is on my mind, not mindlessly but intelligently and clearly. People know exactly where I stand on an issue and can trust that I won’t waver. I’m not two faced and when you ask me anything, I’ll give you honesty. I’m calm when it’s not necessary to be strict. I’m direct and stern when it’s something that needs to be discussed and is important. ~ Versatility ~ I’m also versatile. I’m not the best at everything we do, but I can do them to some extent. Why is this important? Why is this valuable? The Council is a job that has no limits. The jurisdiction of the Council has no real boundaries when it comes to responsibilities in the clan, so when the time comes I’d have to do something out of my comfort zone, my versatility will allow me to do just that. I’ll be able to take the reins and at a very least keep control when I’m doing something I’m not particularly skilled at until someone who is skilled can step in. 5. What makes you think you can last for a long period in the Council? I’ve said it before in all my Council applications, that the reason I think I can handle the Council position for a long period of time is comprised of two things: dedication and real life situations. ~ Dedication ~ I joined WG in 2005, and remained very active until the day I moved to Africa. In Africa, I remained a very active member of the forums as I was unable to play the game (the Embassy provided internet had RS blocked). When I switched ISPs, my first goal was to meet the WG requirements and rejoin the only clan I’d ever been a part of. I think that says a lot. The single thing I wanted when I came back to the game after a year of not even playing the game, was to rejoin this clan. ~ Real Life Situations ~ In my life, I’ve been met with situations that required more of me than could have been expected. Although rare, I think they speak for how I am able to cope with stress and how that will allow me to remain an efficient Council member for a long period of time. While living in Cameroon, the country fell into civil unrest. While school was cancelled I opted to volunteer at the US Embassy and do whatever was asked of me. They had me manage the Task Force Database, which basically documented all US Citizens in the country. I was given the responsibility of making sure each American was accounted for - that they were safe. I was just a high school Junior - 11th grade. I believe this shows that I’m able to handle stressful situations. The year before that, I wrote an article for State Magazine and had it published. I was in 10th grade. This, I believe shows that when I put forth the effort, I can really get things done. PDF link to my article for proof: My Article Or you can view the text without pictures as HTML: HTML version Those two traits when put together, I believe, will allow me to remain a successful member of the Council for a long period of time. 6. What is your greatest weakness in terms of being a Leader? My greatest weakness is easily my temper. I’m easily annoyed and when I’m annoyed enough I can say some nasty things, and sometimes act irrationally. So I tend to lash out when confronted with things that really push me to the edge. I don’t believe this will affect me greatly as the way the Council is structured, I won’t be able to act alone which will make sure none of us can act irrationally because of personal reasons. However, I am, and will continue to work on controlling my temper so that it doesn’t ruin anything that WG is working towards. 7. What does WG need most at the moment and what will your main priorities be as a Council Member? Right now, WG needs morale. Yes, our morale is better but I believe we’re not at the stage where we can be consistent. We’ve had complaints recently where people are starting to lose their drive and I think with higher morale that drive will return. With the start of school arriving fast, we need high morale so people will remain active during school. High morale is an overlying need for WG, but what this will entail includes enforcement of rules that people think are being ignored or tossed around and in general a clean up of the clan. 8. Is there anything coming up in the next 6 months that could make you inactive? Yes. I’m starting college (university) on September 24th. This WILL limit my in-game capabilities no doubt, but not my forum and managerial responsibilities. I’ll be able to be on the IRC at any time (I’ve got it on my iPhone) as well as the forums so I will never be far from WG. 9. Do you agree to provide the Council with two weeks notice if you wish to resign? Yes, I will provide the Council, and the clan with two weeks notice if I decide to resign from my position as Council. 10. Is there anything else you would like to say? I would like to say good luck to all the other candidates. I would ask all voters to vote based on qualifications, and not on popularity. Thank you very much for taking the time to read my application. ~ David --------------------   | ||||
Posted: August 26, 2009 07:46 pm | |||||
 IRC Nickname: bto Group: Emeritus Posts: 3815 Member No.: 196 Joined: February 3, 2008 Total Events Attended: 332 | Good luck to those running. -------------------- bto  Ex-WG Warlord  "It is our direction, not our intentions, that lead us to our destinations." | ||||
Posted: August 26, 2009 08:51 pm | |||||
 IRC Nickname: ``Pete Group: Banned Posts: 913 Member No.: 775 Joined: June 6, 2008 Total Events Attended: 49 |
He's American, they butcher the English Language, you should know that sir.  Let's hope we get active people. -------------------- Mikel Arteta  Tim CahillNothing But The Best | ||||
Posted: August 26, 2009 10:37 pm | |||||
| IRC Nickname: Mmangler Group: Emeritus Posts: 1595 Member No.: 1580 Joined: December 24, 2008 Total Events Attended: 165 | Gool luck everyone and Americans do a bloody good job with the language in an American way of course but I do love the terms boot (trunk) and bonnet (hood) so English. Ta Ta -------------------- | ||||
Posted: August 26, 2009 11:37 pm | |||||
 IRC Nickname: txtawkin/kathy Group: Ex-Member Posts: 847 Member No.: 1604 Joined: December 31, 2008 Total Events Attended: 45 | Owen and David, your applications are both incredible! With members of your caliber applying, WG can't lose no matter who is chosen. Good luck to all who apply!  --------------------  | ||||
Posted: August 27, 2009 03:55 pm | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Chimpy Group: Banned Posts: 2521 Member No.: 1474 Joined: November 16, 2008 Total Events Attended: 133 | Chimp apply: I rly gud etc etc Chimp 4 council!! Gl to all apping --------------------    | ||||
Posted: August 28, 2009 09:23 pm | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Abs Group: Emeritus Posts: 2071 Member No.: 4 Joined: December 26, 2007 Total Events Attended: 97 | Good Luck to all! Lul, Ily George --------------------  "I may not agree with what you say but I will defend to the death your right to say it." Wg Council & Secondary Leader - 21/10/07 to 24/12/08 Msn: [email protected] | ||||
Posted: August 28, 2009 09:56 pm | |||||
| IRC Nickname: ``Aaron Group: Ex-Member Posts: 1055 Member No.: 149 Joined: January 21, 2008 Total Events Attended: 34 | im the volunteer coordinator for chimpys campaign. first off I would like to say that he likes the pns. no questions at this time thank you. alsothegame --------------------    | ||||
Posted: August 28, 2009 10:25 pm | |||||
| IRC Nickname: slayer_oli16 Group: Guest Posts: 75 Member No.: 2013 Joined: August 14, 2009 Total Events Attended: 2 | Good luck to all those who apply. I'm sure we all look forward to seeing a new council member  --------------------  If you try to fail, and succeed, which have you done? Proud owner of the fire cape | ||||
Posted: August 29, 2009 09:21 am | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Gorgemaster Group: Elite Guardian Posts: 9840 Member No.: 3 Joined: December 26, 2007 Total Events Attended: 540 |
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Posted: August 29, 2009 09:24 am | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Bam Group: Emeritus Posts: 2762 Member No.: 131 Joined: January 20, 2008 Total Events Attended: 111 | you've got my vote owen --------------------  | ||||
Posted: August 29, 2009 12:10 pm | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Mtoise Group: Ex-Member Posts: 715 Member No.: 1691 Joined: February 5, 2009 Total Events Attended: 60 | Good luck chaps -------------------- "Do not believe everything that is written on the internet; for it may just be a bag of lies" - George Washington 1873 - On the long winding road to 99 slayer. 98 to 99 Slay without killing a thing. 22/28 effigy's PM me if you can assist Construction Effigy's | ||||
Posted: August 29, 2009 02:22 pm | |||||
| IRC Nickname: Cates`Davy Group: Ex-Member Posts: 70 Member No.: 1987 Joined: July 29, 2009 Total Events Attended: 4 | Goodluck everyone --------------------  | ||||
Posted: August 29, 2009 03:58 pm | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Edanias Group: Ex-Member Posts: 127 Member No.: 1918 Joined: June 23, 2009 Total Events Attended: 31 |  To All!!! -------------------- | ||||
Posted: August 31, 2009 04:48 am | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Mike|Sonix Group: Ex-Member Posts: 1483 Member No.: 13 Joined: December 29, 2007 Total Events Attended: 103 | Its so weird seeing Owen as an active member -- and even applying for Council. I know he is an oldschooler but I just remember him as emeritus for so long. Anyways good luck to everyone applying. Owen is hot btw. --------------------  | ||||
Posted: August 31, 2009 05:57 pm | |||||
 IRC Nickname: Owennnn Group: Emeritus Posts: 1447 Member No.: 37 Joined: December 30, 2007 Total Events Attended: 55 |
I'm still trying to work out if that was a compliment, an insult, or a random musing lol. <3 -------------------- | ||||
Posted: August 31, 2009 06:05 pm | |||||
| IRC Nickname: Tnuac Group: Emeritus Posts: 1806 Member No.: 51 Joined: December 30, 2007 Total Events Attended: 58 |
I think it was all 3 Cleverly done -------------------- ~Aetas: carpe diem quam minimum credula postero~ "Seize the day and place no trust in tomorrow" | ||||
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