I'll save the major gushing for my forthcoming inaugural Consul report but I would like to take a brief moment to thank A'lora for his tremendous service as Odan-Urr's first ever Consul. I'd also like to thank Sarin, Mav and all the members of Odan-Urr for the trust and support you've shown me.

On to business.

My selection as Consul leaves the Proconsul position vacant. This is a critical position both to the Clan and DB-wide as PCONs serve on the Dark Summit and participate in event organization and grading.

Requirements

• Applications are open DB-wide and are due to me ([Log in to view e-mail addresses]) no later than 8PM EST on 10 October.

• Applications should address: DB experience (projects, positions, etc), any relevant real life skills (don't give me a full resume), leadership philosophy, your assessment of the current state of COU and ideas for the future of COU and its lore.

• Applications will be reviewed by a hiring committee of at least two other key leaders, so don't write your application specifically to me. The other committee members will have different backgrounds and perspectives from me by design.

• There is no minimum rank or DB experience requirement.

• Be prepared to answer follow-on questions via email.

Tips

• This is a Dark Summit position, put some thought and effort into this. Have multiple people proof and comment on it. Sloppy or incoherent applications reflect poorly on the applicant.

• Know the difference between a goal and a plan. "I want to increase fiction activity" is a goal. "I will host bi-weekly fiction workshops to develop our writers" is a plan. Too often I see applications full of lofty goals with almost nothing in concrete plans on how to achieve those goals.

• Do your homework! Show the hiring officials you understand the strengths and weaknesses of the unit. You don't have to use the SWOT format (I'm not big on 30/60/90 either).

• Be professional! I'm big on humor in my fiction writing but you are applying to be a key leader, not Deadpool. A little humor goes a long way but keep the tone professional.

• Be honest! If you have rough spots in your history or community reputation, you should probably address those. I do look into how an applicant is viewed in their respective community. Also, I'm not looking for a yes man or woman. If you see things A'lora or I could have done better, say so.