Board Thread:General Discussion/@comment-27575896-20180425164037/@comment-32881402-20180428154651

Jallybwan wrote: ProfessorArceus wrote: That's just dumb, who has ever said that and why do you think that? If someone is active and trusted and they apply for Staff (therefore asking to be Staff) why should they not be chosen? I forgot to mention the second part: when there is no need for staff. Generally, when someone wants power, it's a good sign they shouldn't have it. If a user is trusted, there is no problem, though. And if you want to tell the difference between wanting to help and wanting the power, look at whether or not there is a need for staff. If so, then the user likely wants to help. If not, there is a distinct possibility that they're just after the power. ​​​ Wanting a position isn't equivalent to being power hungry. I can want to have Mod because I feel that I can help the community significantly and not want it because holy heck POWAHH amirite. So what if they are power hungry? If the Staff see that someone is helpful and active, what's wrong with giving them some power. If that's their motivation, so be it. At least they have something to work towards. While this personality may halt further gain in power in future because of a certain lack of trust, it's them who needs to change. If it satisfies their thirst and they are happy just helping the community, that's great! Instead of telling people who want a position that asking won't get you anywhere and will give you a disadvantage whenever you're considering Staff members. Tell them the truth - this small community doesn't need any more Staff and that's why you won't be considered. Nobody else will be considered until we actually need another member of Staff. It really isn't that difficult. That lie is only really helpful when people continue to bug you and beg for Modship, but people who ask for Mod once? That's just harsh.