In Game Name: shainthewolfman
Skype Username: shainthewolfman
Teamspeak Username: shain
Mic use: Yes
Age: 18
Timezone: CST
Hours online per weekday: 4-6
Hours online per weekend: 6-8
Position Changes: Elite to Helper
Introduction:
My name is Shain and a rising college freshman (or my first year in a university for our British users). I've lived in Minnesota all my life, but for college I'm moving to Chicago in less than a month and I couldn't be more excited. I spent most of my life playing Hockey as a goalie, but my high school was so small it didn't have one for me to play on, so I quit. I quickly picked up band as my main hobby, and sophomore year I picked up choir and theatre. By the end of my senior year I was an active leader in multiple bands, choirs, and theatre productions (I even got to be the music coordinator for a play!). Music became my true passion, and after picking up a few instruments, I decided to make it my goal in life to learn all of them. As of now I know how to play 12 at a decent level, and I'm quickly on my way to 16 with some others I've picked up. I plan to major in music as an undergrad and in grad school I'll get my music education degree. I love to be on stage, no matter what I'm doing, as long as I'm entertaining, I lose all insecurities and hindrances.
Why I should be Helper:
I originally applied a couple days after I joined. That was a huge mistake on my part and here's why:
1. [B]I had no passion for the server. [/B]I can't tell you why I applied for staff since I didn't care about the server all that much. Now, I want nothing more than Meep to be the best sever, and if hired, I plan to do my best to make it just that.
2. I had no experience. I barely understood the commands or really anything about the server. Spending a couple months on Meep now, I can see why the staff stresses experience. This point pretty much speaks for itself, but I now understand commands and each server, and have spent hours on Meep each day getting to know the server and it's users.
3. I hardly knew anyone. The amount of friends I've made on this server is tremendous, and I make a new one almost every day. When I began I hardly talked on /shout (and I will admit I still have a bit of trouble doing so) but now I spend an incredible amount of time helping new people over /shout and in private messages, using the forums in all respects, and, more importantly, using teamspeak. In my opinion, teamspeak is the best way to communicate with users. These are the people who really are involved in the server and know what they're doing. Often people will ask 'Can I trust (username) for this sale?' or 'Is this a fair price?' I think the communication we have on there is fascinating, and I always am excited to get on there.
Some things I could add as a staff member:
1. I absorb information quite well (I often scare people how much detail I remember of a conversation or event). I can keep a number of tasks in mind while performing another and always remember what I've been told.
2. I have a constant drive when I have a goal in mind. If I need to do something, especially if it affects other people, I will get it done quickly, effectively, and with quality.
3. I'm incredibly realistic. A lot of people refer to me as a buzz-kill or simply a pessimist but I see myself as a realist. While ideas may be amazing, I see the practical side of things. I may "destroy dreams" but I can bring a sense of security to the world.
4. I like to listen. The community has a lot to say, as I'm sure you know. I read every forum post that I can and even if I don't reply I try to get something out of it. Without the players, the server is nothing. I feel as though their input is very important and I enjoy listening to it and will constantly bring it to the table.
Weaknesses:
Obviously, no one is perfect and I'm no exception.
1. I get socially drained very easily. Sometimes things become overwhelming, and I shut down. If I've been talking for too long, especially to someone of high energy, I'll need a break to recuperate. The more people, the faster I drain.
2. I take things at face value. I have trouble picking up social cues like sarcasm, for example. I'm very literal and I sometimes need things to be clearly laid out for me.
3. I get frustrated easily. Often if I have to repeat a task (even if it's user error) I get incredibly frustrated and upset. As a grow older, this happens less and less but it's something I have to continue to work on.
4. I can sometimes lack assertiveness. I find it difficult to call some people out, and let my inhibitions get ahold of me. I may need reassurance that it's okay for me to be assertive.
5. I can come off as cold. I don't often play around, and I like to get to the point. A lot of people, especially young people, don't like this and see me as unemotional.
Conclusion:
I've realized my mistake applying too early and I want nothing more to be reconsidered. I've grown attached to Meepcraft and I can provide a unique perspective while still keeping new aspirations in mind. If I'm hired, I believe my leadership in on stage and in the classroom will shine through as a Helper and hopefully as a Moderator in the future.
Thank you for your time.
-Shain
