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evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.08.30 16:36:00 -
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Originally by: Mnem0nic A very good read indeed m8. Although one does not have to agree with everything written I think this provides you with good guidelines on running a corp.
I think that's what most people don't see is that everything written are guidelines. The way we view an atom as a planetary model is a guideline. I should mention this explicitly at the start, this would reduce confusion. ------------------- Management and Leadership û The Eve-online Guide |
evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.08.30 16:45:00 -
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Originally by: Audrea
I disagree with that. I dont dispute that trial users can be nice and fun people to play with, however thats where it ends. Every corporation (at least not carebear corps) want people with as high skillpoints as possible, that can excute decisions and DO something, other than be in frigates running from most things in eve...
Other than that, very good article, you should expand it with even more info, and the mods should (for once) do a good thing and sticky it, rather than moderate topics here.
Been a while since I saw nice thread which didn't have flames and politics involved in it, refreshing :)
1st thank for your constructive comments and good thoughts, I will most certainly expand on it. As to trail accounts, the view of trail accounts here is not taken from the point of a corporation but from the view of CCP or the community as a whole.
I respect that each corporation has their own decision and reasons for not taking them in. Validate reasons and fears are always present. Now take a look from the point that you are managing the whole community versus 1 corporation. Say 1,000 trail accounts are on Eve-online each week, of that only 100 sign-up. It becomes obvious to anyone that there is a need to raise the sign-up rate of users. If every corporation in the game avoids Trail accounts players, the numbers of sign-up will remain low.
However if corporation start putting effort to get Trail-account users to stay on and play, the number of sign-ups will increase, thus increasing the player base. This is the setting everyone wants. CCP wants more players for more money. More money means more people can be hired and more content and better testing can be done. Larger player base also increases the volume of trading in the game, increasing opportunities for both trading and PVP. ------------------- Management and Leadership û The Eve-online Guide |
Lord Wimbishi
Caldari Wolven Elite Guard Ghosts of Retribution
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Posted - 2006.08.31 07:18:00 -
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A successful leader must attain respect and credibility in order to facilitate his role as a leader. The more well balanced his values and conviction along with his respect towards those he leads, the more he will be able to lead and provide the example and role model for others to follow in order to continue the line of leadership exemplified. That is why many countries of the world have different values in leadership but each type is effective in it's given environment.
In EVE most of the environments are dictatorial some continue to experiment democratic, representative and senatorial type governing styles with mixed degrees of success. One thing is provide as a standard though, a leader must be strong in conviction, credible and influential towards those they are with and leading. If not they will not be listened too till such values are seen, accepted and honored in that aspiring leader. EVE is very hard on people for failures and great for those with success it depends on how experienced, understanding and patient said leaders are in both circumstances.
People are attracted to success and the idea of prosperity. To be able to lead a leader must provide some focus or idea towards the success he has in mind. It can be anything from pirating to a merchant dynasty it doesnÆt matter as long as he has the ability to æsellÆ his idea to others and work towards in making it happen. People join a leader for these reasons. Some even look to join just to find a reason and see if they like it or not. A leader MUST realize that his vision doesnÆt always work with those that once got attracted to it and realize later it wasnÆt what they wanted. This is not defeat and should not be taken badly. If an adjustment is to be made; which upon many would like to see a change, a leader should be open to take advise sometimes if he finds a majority view against his focus. He will gain respect sure for being understanding but also can be respected for being steadfast as well in not being compromising.
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Lord Wimbishi
Caldari Wolven Elite Guard Ghosts of Retribution
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Posted - 2006.08.31 07:18:00 -
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Well I suppose now I can't avoid it now not to discuss leadership.
Evistin the differences in your good intention of this subject and my views is researched vs practical experience. Anyone can be taught how to manage but not everyone can be taught how to lead.
Leadership IS inherent to those that have the confidence, competence and respect in themselves wanting to do it.
As noted above people being taught without learning will only be mediocre and not fully 'aware' of what is going on without exploring and learning. Jealousy is normally the cause with the mentioning of another being born to lead. It is only shown in expression of one's natural leadership ability not some god like status. Some have it and some don't. It shouldn't be a contest of who is better as long as both have some kind of true bearing for their people and those people respect those leaders for what ever reason they can find.
Anyways getting back on track towards what was asked. I will avoid telling of how one should act, think and theorize because these things one must explore and find in themselves in order to be more fulfilling for any individual on the path. Self discovery is the biggest important value for leaders and it can make some very giddy and excited about things they 'find' and explore. People following leaders who are experimenting with things would have to be patient and sometimes tolerant because mess ups will happen and eventually the aspirants will find the right way to get something done. If someone doesnÆt like how it is going, they should either step up offer advise and help get the job done and not sit back criticize and berate, a team is better built in this manner of cooperation and it helps a team establish their inner workings of how to get things done.
A respected leader is not automatically molded and ready to be put to use, he has to learn how to crawl, walk and then run in order to be attain what others would require in him to be a good leader. Charisma helps out a lot yes but so does steadfast determination and energy. Both can mold a team together into a unit. There are many types of Charismatic outlooks to achieve this, again this is for the leader to find and understand what is good and not so good but what is important in trying to find it is to know he is not always right and should be open to change in order to adapt and evolve to a better more understood leader. A humble leader sometimes can learn more then one so sure of himself. Ones so sure of themselves can be more confident about decisions so a aspiring leader should balance between the two values and not be to much of either. To much humility can make one indecisive with their followers, to much arrogance can make followers feel insignificant.
For me personally I respect each and every one of my pilots as individuals and equals regardless of their age and time in game, each are important to the game and to me. I was reputed as a fine military pilot and an excellent gang/fleet leader during my days in PA and some afterwards. I had this respect because I had honest care for my pilots, not my ability of being better in offensive operations then other commanders present. Pilots need to feel they are important to a mission or a team, it promotes their involvement and in those select few, inspires them towards greater things and even leadership one day. Experience of what you do and what jobs you take helps promote you as a leader and your ability of doing your job. The pilots reflect a leaders status given what they see and experience as it should be.
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Choralone
Celestial Horizon Corp. Ascendant Frontier
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Posted - 2006.08.31 08:09:00 -
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Edited by: Choralone on 31/08/2006 08:11:12 The nature versus nurture argument about leadership is as old as human history.
But rejoice, through studies of twins, research suggests about 30% of the "stuff" that makes a leader is genetic or inborn, and the rest is not - it can be, and is, learned.
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Louis DelaBlanche
Cosmic Odyssey Chorus of Dawn
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Posted - 2006.08.31 15:22:00 -
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Interesting post. Even if doesnt contain everything someone would need to know to become the greatest CEO out there (as some seem quite upset that it isnt), its a good guide & introduction to probably one of the more complicated & time consuming aspects to the game. _______________________________________________ The above comments & views do not reflect the opinions of Cosmic Odyssey or Chorus of Dawn; just those of an enlightened member |
Mindblank
StarLight Inc. Tre Kroner
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Posted - 2006.08.31 19:38:00 -
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I'm sure many ideas are great here... (I'm a bit tired now and don't have time to read it all). Just want to remind you to have fun in the game... otherwise no structure will work. -= Currently recruiting Swedish players =-
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Lord Wimbishi
Caldari Wolven Elite Guard Ghosts of Retribution
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Posted - 2006.09.01 06:42:00 -
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Agreed.
If anyone new or old needs information or wants advice I am easily approachable. I have quite a bit of down time for the next month or so till I can get back to germany. In this time if anyone wishes for more information or mentorship just page me in game and I will try to answer your questions.
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evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.09.01 08:10:00 -
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Lord Wimbishi,
I am myself have leadership experience, just not eve-related. I write from the point of a academic, because no matter how much experience I have, I am not an authority on the subject and as such need the references of the work of others.0
Your Discussion certainly adds dept to the thread and I am grateful and thankful for your effort. But I fail to see where you disagree with me, the comments you make seem different in phrasing to what I have said already, if you could comment exactly what part of my text you are disagreeing with, it would be of great help to me and appreciated.
You seem to discuss a lot about a concept of accidental leadership or accidental management. Where a person who is willing but lacking experience is thrown into the role of a leader or manager. I am taking the approach of the academic style of learning to lead. Self-discovery and application of theories and practical knowledge always will remain indispensable to the leadership and management learning process. I am a product of accidental leadership, and
My approach is to pre-empte the questions of leadership before they are asked. In that sense, It becomes a hit or miss approach. If 10 people ask the same question, and I reply 10 times, does it become a time-consuming and unproductive task? I made this guide in the hopes of trying to answer the questions of leadership before it was asked. It was difficult since I had not previously tried to categorize all my thought and concepts and without a question to guide me its hard. Knowing the question is half the answer in itself.
It is clear you are an experience leader Wimbishi, and there is nothing to argue against in what you said. I respect the process of complaints and criticism it serves as a point to which I can improve whatever I work on. I will still write to improve this article, not because I think its good, but because I think its needs more work still.
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Lord Wimbishi
Caldari Wolven Elite Guard Ghosts of Retribution
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Posted - 2006.09.01 14:28:00 -
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If you wish then.
I will write constructively and with effort not to dehumanize things seen as written in error to my viewpoint and understanding of what is been read.
First.
Quote: In 1994 House and Podsakoff attempted to summarize and categorize the various types of leadership.
1. Visionaries. 2. Passion and self-sacrifice. 3. Confidence, determination, and persistence 4. Image-building. 5. Role-modeling 6. External representation. 7. Expectations of and confidence in followers. 8. Selective motive-arousal. 9. Frame alignment. 10. Inspirational communication.
These do not refer to the style of leadership one uses, but allow one to see the kind of leaders they are creating. In large corporate management, its not sufficient enough to have a lot of leaders, its important to have a good spread of various leadership types, as too much of a single leadership type can cause unnecessary conflict.
This comprised list can easily be one which an aspirant can try to pick and choice and 'try to be' as if saying 'I want to be this' and start searching how to become that.
These things listed are inherent qualities not styles that a leader carries. Because there can be a number of these 'qualities' present in a given leader, granted not all if not only a few. Yes they are relevant in the role of leadership characteristics, but 'learning' them if implied without direction of what they mean can put an aspirant searching for it.
A leader has things in his heart and yes can learn management which can gotten from books. The things listed above can only be found through mentorship, example and experience. And they can start from childhood in innocent stages of development if not outright groomed by their parents by role modeling.
second thing.
Quote: Jack Welch (2001) discussed in his book, 10 leadership fundamentals which form the basis of traditional leadership principles.
1. There is only one way - the straight way. It sets the tone of the organization. 2. Be open to the best of what everyone, everywhere, has to offer; transfer learning across your organization. 3. Get the right people in the right jobs - it is more important than developing a strategy. 4. An informal atmosphere is a competitive advantage. 5. Make sure everybody counts and everybody knows they count. 6. Legitimate self-confidence is a winner - the true test of self-confidence is the courage to be open. 7. Business has to be fun - celebrations energies and organization. 8. Never underestimate the other guy. 9. Understand where real value is added and put your best people there. 10. Know when to meddle and when to let go - this is pure instinct.
All these are true in many regards, again in character of a given leader judged by those that he leads. These things do lead to credibility and that is not explained. In EVE and many other places will just shoulder you off if you don't have credibility. So these things above are not heavily looked at if you have no ground to speak in the eyes of others. They are good things to have yes but finding if you have them again takes experience and the trust from others if allowed to work and lead them.
Self confidence and knowledge of what you do is the biggest thing that can help earn an prospective leader the right to be heard and if respected and finally 'reviewed' based upon unspoken acceptance on an individual level; can he finally judge in his own self what qualities and characteristics he has.
Yes it is good to underline things but many can ambiguously take it as that and say ôyes I am thisö without 'earning' the experience to 'know' who and how he is exactly which can lead him to think of himself to be one thing and be another completely.
This is why I pointed out you was on and off about several things because it was described in characteristic but it wasn't pointed at the important road to find those characteristics which in turn develops a leader
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evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.09.02 13:06:00 -
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I can see what you mean.
You are talking specifically the process of self-discovery and learning versus the end outcome.
So its not that I am wrong, but you feel I have not mention enough on the process of learning to become one. I am currently reading an excellent article on the mentoring process to teach leadership, I think that it will furnish more on the training and learning aspect.
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Lord Wimbishi
Caldari Wolven Elite Guard Ghosts of Retribution
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Posted - 2006.09.02 13:55:00 -
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Indeed. I didn't say you was wrong, just said you was on and off about a few things that I felt required filling. Nothing is posted to discredit what is being said. As noted it more is to fill out certain aspects to the readers.
Still again as you said you are reading up about it. All of my knowledge is ingrained and learned by experiance in life and in game.
I would say I would be more on the 'natural' leadership category and not something described as being born. And with this aspect of discovery through help of others acknowledgements and criticism have I found more about myself as would any leader going through the experiance.
Again some are more adapt in it, some not so. It comes down to personal characteristics as I covered in the above posts.
Academic and practical experiance learning styles will always produce completely different leadership aspects. I prefer the longer and harder natural learning style more over academic, though some reading is useful for insight but shouldn't be the sole study in order to 'become' a leader. As in my feeling it is a privalege and a right which is earned and adopted, not taken and self granted.
Young leaders can learn from this thread and hopefully seasoned leaders can add more versatility to it as well to give more rounded points of views other then what has been covered so far.
EVE is a challenging political atmosphere. So much so it borderlines real life and can suck your game play in a way that it resembles real life management. Many in the game now experiance it at different levels from corporate interactive to multi level alliance structuring. I don't shy away from either because it is my role and I fully accept it as a leader in this game to have it run hand in hand with my real life. Some leaders want to have fun some get serious and dedicated like myself. Either type is not bad as long as the game provides the experiance desired in both lights.
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evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.09.02 14:13:00 -
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I am glad you feel that way.
we are sort of 2 half of the coin, I am approaching this from a academic stand-point while you approach from a experience stand point. You already know my reasons for my approach, I think its great that you put a lot of effort into replying to me. I am grateful that my biggest critic so to speak, is also giving me the most help.
You are right I should include more experience and lessons from the field into this write up then pure academic writing. I will make sure I reflect this in my future revisions.
Now please if one of the mods could sticky this, Iwould be a happy camper. ------------------- Management and Leadership û The Eve-online Guide |
Lord Wimbishi
Caldari Wolven Elite Guard Ghosts of Retribution
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Posted - 2006.09.03 11:14:00 -
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Well if the do not, then we will have to keep it updated with thoughtful management and leadership topic type posts which would be in my reasoning provide the basis this thread is serving in the first place.
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Emma Royd
Path of Light
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Posted - 2006.09.03 13:01:00 -
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Very interesting post - and if I look at running my own corp I'll certainly look through it again.
The main thing to realise with it is it is a Guide not a Hard and fast Rulebook, every CEO will Agree and Disagree on some of the points.
Thanks for taking the time to write it :)
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Lord Wimbishi
Caldari Wolven Elite Guard Ghosts of Retribution
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Posted - 2006.09.07 06:45:00 -
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Well time to start things up again.
The topic of today is probably one that worries every CEO and alliance leader.
Participation and motivation.
These two principles can be very elusive to leadership decisions. Every plan can be made great or become the worse ever based on these things. Mining operations, combat patrols and general corporation activity and comaradrie are all cored around them.
So with this focus lets explore how best to cultivate these two values in making things better for an organization.
First I will put a finger on the leadership perception and diligence in screening recruits for the most 'compatible' attitude for their corporation. If the attitudes don't mix then the experience for both the leadership and individual can be a sour one which would possibly lead into an inevitable parting of ways.
Every corp and alliance has a theme or a focus; or at least should have one. The grand 'vision' per say of the leadership that they try to instill and sell onto their membership. Remember people can and do lose interest over time if they aren't getting enough out of it so each theme and focus should remain flexible and able to 'morph' a bit to suit the constantly changing needs of each organizations. The needs of a month old corp will be quite different from a corp that is a year old and well off so priorities will change, and the recruitment of people to fill those priorities will also shift from: getting anyone to join to .. getting people that can do a specific job or be more dedicated.
My advice to future leaders is just hit the nail on the head from the start and be direct, open and honest towards the new recruit(s). If they decide they don't like it, then let them go and keep searching. EVE is so big now with a concurrent (reported) 30k player base; there WILL be other fish in the pond to reel in to your corp so don't get frustrated. Recruitment of the right people is crucial for long term success. If their minds are right in the beginning you will have less to worry about in the longer run of it, even if they are completely brand new to the game. (most of the time they are more enthusiastic in wanting to help out to prove their worth anyways).
Dedication is a mindset, not something everyone has an inherent abundance of. Many people like tea, but there are many types of tea as well, so in wisdom and understanding you as a leader must realize everyone will not like something or another that you are involved with but are up for something else but still wanting to contribute. Find each person's 'role' in the corporation by working with them and see what each individual's strength and weaknesses are and then place them into a role they are best at and something they want to do. If it is overall beneficial for the corp LET THEM DO IT. If not council them and see whatÆs on their mind and whatÆs up. COMMUNICATION between leaders and their people is very important to find out what is going on. If someone isn't into something then there is always a reason why, find it, exploit it and try to turn the situation around even if it isn't towards something that you want to do but still can help the corporation out. Continue to recruit till you fill those roles you 'need' to fill and then continue planning ahead while communicating with the people that are working for you.
New people also sometimes feel they aren't useful because they don't have the money, ships, skill or experiance to help fully like 'regular' members with months of experiance. To these people leadership must groom and nurture that they aren't useless or unable to do anything. Fostering and mentoring young players and pilots should be top priority for officers in a organization. Assign someone willing or have someone volunteer in working with these young players so they can feel they are pulling their weight and put them to work to help the organization and you will foster a good attitude and appreciation from them later.
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Distrans
Pech und Schwefel
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Posted - 2006.09.07 08:50:00 -
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Interesting to read.
But Wimbishi, You always talk to much. Try to emphasize a little.
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evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.09.08 00:33:00 -
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Thanks for the support, I am currently adding some sections to it and cleaning it up.
I enjoy LW stuff. It is a very different perspective on things. ------------------- Management and Leadership û The Eve-online Guide |
Frogzuk
Dragonian Freelancers Veritas Immortalis
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Posted - 2006.09.08 00:55:00 -
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Nice post
Originally by: Lord Wimbishi
I really don't want to go through the process of describing leadership here. There is more then one style and not all styles are meant for everything and every situation. You are on and off mark every so often but I am sure some will take what is given here and hopefully use to grow outward with it.
Also, no two people under your leadership are the same, one style may work with one person and a comletely different style with the other. I am a firm believer in the fact that you are only ever as good as the people under you !
plus after managing a corp for a year, i still keep in perspective one of the key factors that gets missed/forgotten by alot of people, eve is after all a game !
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Steely Dhan
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Posted - 2006.09.09 09:28:00 -
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Originally by: evistin I will do my best to be brief without being too verbose.
Is this an exmple of an oxymoron?
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evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.09.09 12:04:00 -
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Originally by: Steely Dhan
Originally by: evistin I will do my best to be brief without being too verbose.
Is this an exmple of an oxymoron?
LOL...I guess so, but I would rather say its all relative.....Brief to me, but not to other guides.
But I am working on cleaning it up. Its hard because there is a lot to say, so I am focusing on avoiding scope-creep. ------------------- Management and Leadership û The Eve-online Guide |
Camador
Drones of Annihilation Alektorophobia
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Posted - 2006.09.09 14:37:00 -
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I nominate remedial as the best leader in eve. ______________________________
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evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.09.11 00:10:00 -
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I have just updated the article, mostly rewrites to clarfiy lots of things, and a section on personal trust. Still A lot of work ahead of me. ------------------- Management and Leadership û The Eve-online Guide |
ermo
Minmatar Brutor tribe
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Posted - 2006.09.11 09:44:00 -
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Please do not take this the wrong way!
One of the first signs of a good leader is the ability to quickly and concisely relay information, using correct spelling and grammar.
The posts are highly verbose, try to be more succinct, especially Wimbishi.
I remember you being involved in the US Forces Wimbishi from your PA days, I am curious as to which arm and what capacity?
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evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.09.11 09:50:00 -
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Will do, its getting shorter all the time. ------------------- Management and Leadership û The Eve-online Guide |
Lord Wimbishi
Caldari Wolven Elite Guard Ghosts of Retribution
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Posted - 2006.09.11 12:34:00 -
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I am still serving, US Army, active still in Kuwait. Got less then a month now woohoo!
One thing about my descriptive writing style is just that, I lay it out flat and open with a focus of trying to bring as much understanding to what ever subject I am covering. Sometimes it is long if I have experience or knowledge I wish to convey to any that would wish to read or listen. Hell some of those that I had the opportunity to lead still remember my long speeches and mile long posts when I am involved.
Some like reading it some don't, I like to be more action then words most times and keep things going and moving in game.
I know still trying to keep things simple and understood is sometimes my task I have to keep in focus because I know I will 'rattle' on about things. Its an old teaching habit. I have a lot on mind most of the time and sometimes get to enthusiastic in explaining whatÆs on my mind and I am not biased about who I talk to. I think it is good for a leader to be able to speak their mind and do it openly with those they lead. Granted not all situations are opportune for it but open honest leadership is better received in my opinion then secretive elusive ones.
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evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.09.11 13:40:00 -
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Lol.. I use to serve in the miltary of my local country as well. Now part of the reserve. ------------------- Management and Leadership û The Eve-online Guide |
Lord Wimbishi
Caldari Wolven Elite Guard Ghosts of Retribution
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Posted - 2006.09.16 07:36:00 -
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Edited by: Lord Wimbishi on 16/09/2006 07:43:31 Well some more talk about ethics and philosophy.
Attitude is todayÆs topic. Leadership and membership attitudes play a big crucial part in team management probably the most important part of it in my opinion. To set the right attitude and outlook you as a leader must be living in that same frame of mind you expect of others. It is being a role model for your followers and a unspoken picture of what is expected.
Many with good intentions set about a path with a vision in mind. It can be their own or one instilled by someone else. Leaders play their part in instilling this vision in others by their attitude and actions. Words play an important role too but if they are not set down with the right attitude and frame of mind, they can lose creditability and focus if the messages they are carrying are crossed with the attitude behind them focused on something else.
For example. I had a large grudge with an alliance because of this or that. That grudge could blind any decisions that had anything to do with that alliance be it positive of negative. Said alliance comes forward in wanting peace but I spit on it because I am not being reasonable. Tolerance and patience are key attitudes for a good leader to adapt into his leadership ability. They lead to paths to better understand to full situation not otherwise possible if you are angry or single minded bent on hate.
Sometimes you have to swallow your pride but never surrender your honor. Stand for what you believe in and stick to it but be professional about it and not beligerant. For example.
When dealing with the same said allianceÆs approach for peace. They started what ever discord they seek to close. The took Station A from you and you want it back and donÆt want peace to such happens. Instead of saying ôshut up #$@! you and other negative things. Be professional, state your goals and tell them up front without belligerent posture you refuse the peace offer. ôI can not accept this proposal at this time, Station A was in our possession before you attacked us. Surrender the station back to us and we will accept the offerö is more professional then saying ôYeah right, you started this fight and now you want to end it? #$@! You dude, we ainÆt stopping till you are dead ô
The above example reflects upon your followers what behavior they see is acceptable. If it is negative they will be negative. If it is a positive attitude then it will be easier to adopt because it isn't offensive and showing more professionalism .
You reap what you sow with your people. Condoning smack talk in local helps earn respect and sets you as a credible leader in the eyes of others in and OUT of your organization. People in this game have long memories and it will someday reflect back on simple actions, simple words in times you least expect it. You are being watched at all times so you must present the ærightÆ image at all times. As referencing the ærightÆ image, it is the image you wish to immolate onto your followers and your organization. Perception of your corporation and or alliance is weighed often based on the behavior and actions of the leaders in it and not only just yourself.
You want your junior leadership to be respectful and thoughtful, give them the right image towards that end. If not then the ball of clay they are will not be what you want it.
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Grimpak
Gallente Celestial Horizon Corp. Ascendant Frontier
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Posted - 2006.09.16 08:18:00 -
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Originally by: Shamis Orzoz Edited by: Shamis Orzoz on 30/08/2006 15:46:39 Leadership is mostly inherent in my experience. You can teach anybody to be a mediocre leader. But only certain people will ever be good at it.
I got an even better one:
you can teach everyone to be a great leader, however only those that truly have a knack for it are the ones that will achieve the status of greatness. The rest will be somewhat between mediocre to ok.
It is my opinion that a leader must have 3 things: a wider vision of things, good comunication skills and good organizational skills.
items #2 and #3 you can teach to anyone, but the item #1 is something that is mostly inherent.
Still it's a great post evistin. Might help up-and-coming leaders to get on the right track and help other leaders that need a new direction. -------
Originally by: Abdalion
Originally by: Jebidus Skari What, in EVE, is a Tyrant?
Me. Especially when it comes to troll threads.
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evistin
Multiverse Corporation
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Posted - 2006.09.16 11:32:00 -
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Thank you, I am glad people like this.
I disagree with the point that non-naturally born leaders will only make mediocre leaders. Its his will and effort to adapt and change to help others to excel together with him, that makes a person a great leader. Micheal Jordan was cited in one of the articles I reference as a terrible leader turn great leader.
Of course some will say you can't teach an old dog new tricks, I disagree. You can, the question is to what level of success there is. -----------
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