Damnit man, I'm an explorer, not a sandwich!
CIVILIAN LIFE:
Q1. Name: Scrat
Q2. How did you find out about Elite of the Fleet?
Rotae posted an enlist in starfleet page to the community kirk_mccoy. I followed the link and was extremely curious and impressed and decided to go for it.
Q3. When did you first become interested in Star Trek?
My parents first date was to go to see Star Trek: The Motion Picture opening night. So it's been a reoccurring theme my entire life. I've seen random episodes from all the series enough to recognize the actors as being from Star Trek but until the teaser trailer for the eleventh movie I was never really personally involved. Then I went a little crazy and my parents were only too happy to help me indulge.
Q4. Why have you decided to join Elite of the Fleet?
Though perhaps comparatively later to the fandom then some, I really love it and would like to find ways to get involved. That, and all the work put into this has me enthralled. This isn't just something thrown together for fun until abandoned, people put a lot of time and effort into making this community (or series of communities) work and I'm hoping it lasts.
Q5. Who is your favourite Star Trek character?
That's tough to answer because I'm currently watching all the series for pretty much the first time (even if some episodes are extremely familiar). I've seen the entirety of The Original Series, two seasons of Next Generation, and the first season of Voyager. Part of the reason I love The Original Series so much is because I love all the characters, especially with the reboot characterization of them.
All that said, it really comes down to Doctor Leonard McCoy and Captain Kathryn Janeway. Bones is very much the doctor, when all is said and done at the end of the day he will do whatever is necessary to do what he believes best. Whether that be sneaking Kirk aboard the Enterprise, testing the vaccine on himself, or knocking both Kirk and Spock out so he can sacrifice himself. He doesn't just accept orders and let himself be pacified that there was nothing he could do. He stands up, stares danger in the face and dares it to do its worse - and then wins. But then I started watching Voyager with my mom when I came home for visits and Janeway blew me away. She is in charge of what is virtually an impossible mission - limited resources, no knowledge of the area, enemies, two crews that have to work together - one of which they were chasing to arrest, a loved one back home, and the knowledge it's all on her. And she does it. She shoulders the burden and makes it work. Not only does she do this task, she does it without compromising her morals - she gives up opportunities to get home because to do it that way would be wrong.
So I'm going to say Captain Janeway, because as much as I love and enjoy Bones, she has my complete and utter respect. Every additional episode I see just reinforces this.
Q6. And the least?
Eh. Ship's Counselor Deanna Troi from The Next Generation. Part of this is my own hang up. I'm an intensely private person and am currently in school with psychology as a major. It feels like an incredibly large breech of trust and ethics to use empathy (as she has it) to do her job. That, and she doesn't appear to actually do her job unless she goes out of her way to corner someone and use her knowledge of their emotions against them. Every time the show has her using her empathy I'm sitting there with a frown on my face. I also might be upset that Yar was killed on a mission to save Troi with one of the most pathetic and useless deaths of the show.
Q7. Which television (or film) series is your favourite?
I might have said Original Series not too long ago, but then I started watching Voyager. With every episode I see of Voyager I enjoy it more and more. That whole thing of going where no one has gone before, well, yeah, Voyager definitely wins that competition.
As a side note, while not my favorite, there will always be a special place in my heart for the Whale movie (which I believe is the fourth one).
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STARFLEET LIFE:
Q8. What do you hope to gain from your service in Starfleet?
I have a lot of trouble getting involved in fandoms, putting myself forth, and actually sharing what I write. Starfleet is an opportunity for me to put myself out there and improve myself without fear of ridicule (despite never having actually run into it). Seeing as everyone else here truly cares about the topic and everyone else seems to be stating a desire to meet new people and explore, it's a safe place for me to stretch and do some of my own meeting and getting involved. Assuming I can get over that first terrifying jump (read: this application), I know I have a lot to learn from others and things others could learn from me.
Q9. Is there any occupation in Starfleet you feel you would be particularly unsuited for?
Communications because I speak one language and despite attempts to learn others... three years in Japanese and I still have trouble with the basics despite my efforts.
Q10. The four current Academic Tracks at the Academy are Tactics, Operations, Exploratory Sciences and Medical Sciences. Describe how you could be an asset to each of these departments.
Tactical: Give me a map and compass and I'm good to go (as long as you don't mind occasionally taking the long road to get there), but more than that, I'm a natural born leader. I'm decisive and pay careful attention to details, yet still able to see the bigger picture. Not only am I able to keep a clear and calm head, I'm good at getting others to come to their senses as well.
Operations: I pay attention to the details and like to keep everything in order. I'm good at managing people and myself. I have a strong understanding of myself but am good at stepping back and seeing the problem from other viewpoints which helps when it comes to admin and diplomacy.
Exploratory Sciences: I'm extremely curious and like to understand rather than just absorb. I don't reject new information simply because it is strange or goes against previously understood limits or rules.
Medical: In real life I'm in school for psychology and it has my endless fascination. The same things I mentioned above help me here in medical. With a strong basis in who I am, it allows me to reach out and help others who are having doubts or driven in by guilt. I am able to separate myself from work, taking on problems and issues that would entangle others.
Q11. What are your top five strengths?
01. Intelligence. Intelligence is more important than just for tests. I'm good at taking what little is known and coming up with solutions. I listen and am willing to change my mind if the evidence shows it. I recognize intelligence is only one side of the equation and am willing to do the hard work to back it up.
02. Dedicated/Loyal. As long as my trust is not betrayed, I will do everything within my power to help or support those I am loyal to. Once I decide to do something, I'm in it for the long haul.
03. Improvising. If something is wrong, or missing, or broken I don't just fall apart and declare it hopeless. Especially when it comes to situations where solutions are needed. I take what is at hand and make it work, or realize what is needed and go out and do it.
04. Confidence. I have confidence in myself and in decisions I make. While I might have trouble gaining the courage to put them out there, logic and the knowledge I'm right lets me speak up when needed.
05. Determined. "Good, Better, Best. Never let it rest till the good is the better, and the better is the best." I don't just stand back and say it's good enough when I know it's not. Someone saying no isn't enough to stop me from doing what I know I need to.
Q12. What are your top five weaknesses?
01. Procrastination/Laziness. I tend to put things off, not to the point I don't do it or am unable to complete it, but definitely further than I'm comfortable with myself. It leaves me leaving things at Better rather than the Best I know I could do.
02. Shy. While this is something I constantly challenge myself on and have come far in, it doesn't change the fact that I sat here for a good two hours trying to work up the courage to first write this application up and once written, actually post it. Despite how much I've improved, I still consider it a weakness because of how hard I have to push myself when in new situations and how easy it is to just let go and hide.
03. Low tolerance for morons. Seriously. Stupidity is something I can't stand. Kirk in the original series with his circular logic (more the writer's fault really). People who think they're being clever when they're not (more in, they think they're tricking you/getting you to do shit for them), people who just blab without thinking, asking questions when reading the handout would answer it, people who expect the rest of the world to do all their work for them... yeah. No patience for that.
04. Honest/Blunt. While I have enough tact to know sometimes it's smarter to keep my mouth shut, more often than not I tell it straight as it is. I never try to be mean or cruel, but I also don't sugarcoat anything I say.
05. Socially Unaware. I don't really follow mainstream pop culture and I don't know the big names/popular people. Just because it's declared popular knowledge doesn't mean I know it. That actor that everyone knows, well, I don't. You know the president's dirty secrets being told all over the internet (well, I assume they would be), I don't know them. And I don't particularly care to find out.
Q13. What is your biggest fear?
Um, it's hard to say. Once I become aware of something I fear, I work on it (ex. I used to be terrified of small spaces so I went spelunking until it was manageable). I don't like letting fears grow until they overtake me. That said, for all my big words there, I'm going with a slightly mundane answer of heights because I still have to brace myself and give myself a moment to freak out before climbing ladders or even standing on chairs.
Q14. Do you consider yourself to be a leader, or a follower?
Leader. While I can be shy in new conditions, once I'm able to gain my footing I like to be in charge and I'm good at it. Group decisions have their place, but I much rather bring in advisors and be left with the decision myself in the end. I have no problem accepting that responsibility and handling any guilt that comes with it.
Q15. What do you admire the most in your peers?
It depends on the peer in question, but one big but general one tends to be the lack of fear for putting themselves out there. More of, most people never seem to hesitate before asking questions, posting stories, and just in general interacting wherein I tend to find myself double checking rules and rationalizing why it's a good idea to do it.
I also admire people who are good at what they do without being arrogant. I know I'm not good at everything, I know you're not good at everything, I like it when we can both acknowledge this without looking down on either person.
Thirdly, that thoughtless kindness. When people do good deeds, help someone, do something just because it's what they do, never really stopping and thinking "oh, brownie point!" before they do it. They don't do it to get something, or to improve their reputations, or to show off. They don't even consider it a thing of importance. Everyone does it (even that bastard), just not necessarily for the same things.
Q16. You are stranded on a Class M planet that has not been mapped by The Federation. You are only allowed to choose two of the following items to keep with you: a phaser, a tricorder or a communicator. Which two would you choose to have?
A communicator and phaser. Seeing as it's not mapped and there's potential danger, my first concern is survival and getting out of there. Starfleet can send down a capable team to explore who has everything they need on them after I make it back alive. The communicator would be essential to me because I'm not Scotty or Spock, I wouldn't know how to make the tricorder also function as a communicator. The phasor because it's a useful tool as well as a weapon. And while I'm aware I might be able to make a weapon, it would realistically be flimsy and nothing I'd trust to save my life when a wild boar (or like creature) is running directly at me.
Q17. Please describe your understanding of the Federation’s Prime Directive.
The Prime Directive pretty much says leave pre-warp societies alone and allow them to develop as they will. It is entirely too easy to accidentally set yourself up as a god in a culture who hasn't developed to the same level of technology. More than that, it acknowledges that our way is not the only, or even necessarily the best, way for a culture to develop.
Every world must face its own bumps and painful moments, it is their choice on how to learn from them. To try and direct them towards "the better path" could inadvertently destroy a great civilization before it ever comes into being.
Q18. The United Federation of Planets includes more than 150 member planets, and the galaxy has many more besides. Which planet do you most want to visit?
Well, I would love to visit the Klingon home planet, but I think they were just allies and never became a part of the federation, so that's out. None of the other planets ever really caught my attention so I don't remember any other outside of Earth and Vulcan. A quick search gave me some interest in Andoria - The Andorian homeworld. Ice worlds interest me and I'm curious as to Andorian culture, as I know pretty much nothing about it currently.
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KOBAYASHI MARU:
The following questions describe situations you may commonly find yourself in as a member of Starfleet. You will be read the scenario, and then given two options to choose from. You may expand upon the reasons for your choice, but you must indicate one of the two that you feel best describes your likely response to the situation provided.
Q19. Service in the Fleet can be draining at the best of times, and on one particular day everything seems to have gone wrong. You’re exhausted, but your shift is finally over and it’s time to unwind. Your roommate is already on their bed when you get back to your quarters. Do you:
b. Say hi, then stick in some earphones for music or grab a PADD for some recreational reading. A lie-down sounds pretty good right now, or maybe a bit of time relaxing on the observation deck - it should be pretty quiet by this time, which will give you a chance to sort through the day’s events in your head.
While I have nothing against chatting and catching up with people, in truth, when I've had a stressful day I like to unwind alone first and once recovered a bit perhaps talk with my roommate. I might say a little something to them past hey, or if they had a hard day and really need to chat I might listen to them for a short time, but if at all possible I prefer my peace and quiet.
Q20. You’ve intercepted what sounds like a pretty important transmission - you feel like the Captain needs to know. When you report, do you:
b. Give them the facts, but your interpretation and the way it fits into context is more important. The Captain wasn’t there, after all - the way you explain it could make all the difference.
I'd make sure it was clear when I started discussing my interpretation and opinion, but when push comes to shove every bit of information the Captain receives can help them understand. There can be factors at work that I pick up on but am unable to clearly, factually outline to the Captain. Also, sometimes an outside opinion can help give perspective, especially if not as knowledgeable or experienced in the topic - they won't be making assumptions based on previous knowledge (mind you, not always a good thing but potentially is).
Q21. There are many decisions to be made in Starfleet, and some are harder than others. Faced with a decision where things could go wrong in any number of ways, do you:
a. Stay impersonal and objective. Weigh up the pros and cons, think out all the possibilities, and focus on the basic truths. A careful analysis of the situation will reveal the best possible choice, even though some may not approve of it.
Part of thinking out all the possibilities is taking the emotional impact and involvement, the perspective of everyone involved. You need to be able to judge these along side the rest of the facts and separately from your own emotional involvement. Staying impersonal and objective does not mean dismissing the emotional and personal perspective side of the equation.
Q22. The day-to-day life of Starfleet can be quite arduous at times, and quite exciting at others. Everyone has their own way of approaching everyday work, but would others see your approach as:
a. Planned and orderly. You seem to prefer to have decisions made and matters settled, rather than hanging over your head. You appear comfortable when in control over such matters. You seem to be task-oriented, and plan ahead.
I do prefer to have everything planned and in order, to be in control of everything. But part of planning and making decisions is leaving the back door open. I keep the facts straight but once I make a decision I don't close my mind to new information and am prepared to adapt or switch plans as needed.
Q23. You can earn 5 points for your future Track by promoting the community in your Journal. Please link the post here if you wish to do so: here.
Q1. Name: Scrat
Q2. How did you find out about Elite of the Fleet?
Rotae posted an enlist in starfleet page to the community kirk_mccoy. I followed the link and was extremely curious and impressed and decided to go for it.
Q3. When did you first become interested in Star Trek?
My parents first date was to go to see Star Trek: The Motion Picture opening night. So it's been a reoccurring theme my entire life. I've seen random episodes from all the series enough to recognize the actors as being from Star Trek but until the teaser trailer for the eleventh movie I was never really personally involved. Then I went a little crazy and my parents were only too happy to help me indulge.
Q4. Why have you decided to join Elite of the Fleet?
Though perhaps comparatively later to the fandom then some, I really love it and would like to find ways to get involved. That, and all the work put into this has me enthralled. This isn't just something thrown together for fun until abandoned, people put a lot of time and effort into making this community (or series of communities) work and I'm hoping it lasts.
Q5. Who is your favourite Star Trek character?
That's tough to answer because I'm currently watching all the series for pretty much the first time (even if some episodes are extremely familiar). I've seen the entirety of The Original Series, two seasons of Next Generation, and the first season of Voyager. Part of the reason I love The Original Series so much is because I love all the characters, especially with the reboot characterization of them.
All that said, it really comes down to Doctor Leonard McCoy and Captain Kathryn Janeway. Bones is very much the doctor, when all is said and done at the end of the day he will do whatever is necessary to do what he believes best. Whether that be sneaking Kirk aboard the Enterprise, testing the vaccine on himself, or knocking both Kirk and Spock out so he can sacrifice himself. He doesn't just accept orders and let himself be pacified that there was nothing he could do. He stands up, stares danger in the face and dares it to do its worse - and then wins. But then I started watching Voyager with my mom when I came home for visits and Janeway blew me away. She is in charge of what is virtually an impossible mission - limited resources, no knowledge of the area, enemies, two crews that have to work together - one of which they were chasing to arrest, a loved one back home, and the knowledge it's all on her. And she does it. She shoulders the burden and makes it work. Not only does she do this task, she does it without compromising her morals - she gives up opportunities to get home because to do it that way would be wrong.
So I'm going to say Captain Janeway, because as much as I love and enjoy Bones, she has my complete and utter respect. Every additional episode I see just reinforces this.
Q6. And the least?
Eh. Ship's Counselor Deanna Troi from The Next Generation. Part of this is my own hang up. I'm an intensely private person and am currently in school with psychology as a major. It feels like an incredibly large breech of trust and ethics to use empathy (as she has it) to do her job. That, and she doesn't appear to actually do her job unless she goes out of her way to corner someone and use her knowledge of their emotions against them. Every time the show has her using her empathy I'm sitting there with a frown on my face. I also might be upset that Yar was killed on a mission to save Troi with one of the most pathetic and useless deaths of the show.
Q7. Which television (or film) series is your favourite?
I might have said Original Series not too long ago, but then I started watching Voyager. With every episode I see of Voyager I enjoy it more and more. That whole thing of going where no one has gone before, well, yeah, Voyager definitely wins that competition.
As a side note, while not my favorite, there will always be a special place in my heart for the Whale movie (which I believe is the fourth one).
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STARFLEET LIFE:
Q8. What do you hope to gain from your service in Starfleet?
I have a lot of trouble getting involved in fandoms, putting myself forth, and actually sharing what I write. Starfleet is an opportunity for me to put myself out there and improve myself without fear of ridicule (despite never having actually run into it). Seeing as everyone else here truly cares about the topic and everyone else seems to be stating a desire to meet new people and explore, it's a safe place for me to stretch and do some of my own meeting and getting involved. Assuming I can get over that first terrifying jump (read: this application), I know I have a lot to learn from others and things others could learn from me.
Q9. Is there any occupation in Starfleet you feel you would be particularly unsuited for?
Communications because I speak one language and despite attempts to learn others... three years in Japanese and I still have trouble with the basics despite my efforts.
Q10. The four current Academic Tracks at the Academy are Tactics, Operations, Exploratory Sciences and Medical Sciences. Describe how you could be an asset to each of these departments.
Tactical: Give me a map and compass and I'm good to go (as long as you don't mind occasionally taking the long road to get there), but more than that, I'm a natural born leader. I'm decisive and pay careful attention to details, yet still able to see the bigger picture. Not only am I able to keep a clear and calm head, I'm good at getting others to come to their senses as well.
Operations: I pay attention to the details and like to keep everything in order. I'm good at managing people and myself. I have a strong understanding of myself but am good at stepping back and seeing the problem from other viewpoints which helps when it comes to admin and diplomacy.
Exploratory Sciences: I'm extremely curious and like to understand rather than just absorb. I don't reject new information simply because it is strange or goes against previously understood limits or rules.
Medical: In real life I'm in school for psychology and it has my endless fascination. The same things I mentioned above help me here in medical. With a strong basis in who I am, it allows me to reach out and help others who are having doubts or driven in by guilt. I am able to separate myself from work, taking on problems and issues that would entangle others.
Q11. What are your top five strengths?
01. Intelligence. Intelligence is more important than just for tests. I'm good at taking what little is known and coming up with solutions. I listen and am willing to change my mind if the evidence shows it. I recognize intelligence is only one side of the equation and am willing to do the hard work to back it up.
02. Dedicated/Loyal. As long as my trust is not betrayed, I will do everything within my power to help or support those I am loyal to. Once I decide to do something, I'm in it for the long haul.
03. Improvising. If something is wrong, or missing, or broken I don't just fall apart and declare it hopeless. Especially when it comes to situations where solutions are needed. I take what is at hand and make it work, or realize what is needed and go out and do it.
04. Confidence. I have confidence in myself and in decisions I make. While I might have trouble gaining the courage to put them out there, logic and the knowledge I'm right lets me speak up when needed.
05. Determined. "Good, Better, Best. Never let it rest till the good is the better, and the better is the best." I don't just stand back and say it's good enough when I know it's not. Someone saying no isn't enough to stop me from doing what I know I need to.
Q12. What are your top five weaknesses?
01. Procrastination/Laziness. I tend to put things off, not to the point I don't do it or am unable to complete it, but definitely further than I'm comfortable with myself. It leaves me leaving things at Better rather than the Best I know I could do.
02. Shy. While this is something I constantly challenge myself on and have come far in, it doesn't change the fact that I sat here for a good two hours trying to work up the courage to first write this application up and once written, actually post it. Despite how much I've improved, I still consider it a weakness because of how hard I have to push myself when in new situations and how easy it is to just let go and hide.
03. Low tolerance for morons. Seriously. Stupidity is something I can't stand. Kirk in the original series with his circular logic (more the writer's fault really). People who think they're being clever when they're not (more in, they think they're tricking you/getting you to do shit for them), people who just blab without thinking, asking questions when reading the handout would answer it, people who expect the rest of the world to do all their work for them... yeah. No patience for that.
04. Honest/Blunt. While I have enough tact to know sometimes it's smarter to keep my mouth shut, more often than not I tell it straight as it is. I never try to be mean or cruel, but I also don't sugarcoat anything I say.
05. Socially Unaware. I don't really follow mainstream pop culture and I don't know the big names/popular people. Just because it's declared popular knowledge doesn't mean I know it. That actor that everyone knows, well, I don't. You know the president's dirty secrets being told all over the internet (well, I assume they would be), I don't know them. And I don't particularly care to find out.
Q13. What is your biggest fear?
Um, it's hard to say. Once I become aware of something I fear, I work on it (ex. I used to be terrified of small spaces so I went spelunking until it was manageable). I don't like letting fears grow until they overtake me. That said, for all my big words there, I'm going with a slightly mundane answer of heights because I still have to brace myself and give myself a moment to freak out before climbing ladders or even standing on chairs.
Q14. Do you consider yourself to be a leader, or a follower?
Leader. While I can be shy in new conditions, once I'm able to gain my footing I like to be in charge and I'm good at it. Group decisions have their place, but I much rather bring in advisors and be left with the decision myself in the end. I have no problem accepting that responsibility and handling any guilt that comes with it.
Q15. What do you admire the most in your peers?
It depends on the peer in question, but one big but general one tends to be the lack of fear for putting themselves out there. More of, most people never seem to hesitate before asking questions, posting stories, and just in general interacting wherein I tend to find myself double checking rules and rationalizing why it's a good idea to do it.
I also admire people who are good at what they do without being arrogant. I know I'm not good at everything, I know you're not good at everything, I like it when we can both acknowledge this without looking down on either person.
Thirdly, that thoughtless kindness. When people do good deeds, help someone, do something just because it's what they do, never really stopping and thinking "oh, brownie point!" before they do it. They don't do it to get something, or to improve their reputations, or to show off. They don't even consider it a thing of importance. Everyone does it (even that bastard), just not necessarily for the same things.
Q16. You are stranded on a Class M planet that has not been mapped by The Federation. You are only allowed to choose two of the following items to keep with you: a phaser, a tricorder or a communicator. Which two would you choose to have?
A communicator and phaser. Seeing as it's not mapped and there's potential danger, my first concern is survival and getting out of there. Starfleet can send down a capable team to explore who has everything they need on them after I make it back alive. The communicator would be essential to me because I'm not Scotty or Spock, I wouldn't know how to make the tricorder also function as a communicator. The phasor because it's a useful tool as well as a weapon. And while I'm aware I might be able to make a weapon, it would realistically be flimsy and nothing I'd trust to save my life when a wild boar (or like creature) is running directly at me.
Q17. Please describe your understanding of the Federation’s Prime Directive.
The Prime Directive pretty much says leave pre-warp societies alone and allow them to develop as they will. It is entirely too easy to accidentally set yourself up as a god in a culture who hasn't developed to the same level of technology. More than that, it acknowledges that our way is not the only, or even necessarily the best, way for a culture to develop.
Every world must face its own bumps and painful moments, it is their choice on how to learn from them. To try and direct them towards "the better path" could inadvertently destroy a great civilization before it ever comes into being.
Q18. The United Federation of Planets includes more than 150 member planets, and the galaxy has many more besides. Which planet do you most want to visit?
Well, I would love to visit the Klingon home planet, but I think they were just allies and never became a part of the federation, so that's out. None of the other planets ever really caught my attention so I don't remember any other outside of Earth and Vulcan. A quick search gave me some interest in Andoria - The Andorian homeworld. Ice worlds interest me and I'm curious as to Andorian culture, as I know pretty much nothing about it currently.
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KOBAYASHI MARU:
The following questions describe situations you may commonly find yourself in as a member of Starfleet. You will be read the scenario, and then given two options to choose from. You may expand upon the reasons for your choice, but you must indicate one of the two that you feel best describes your likely response to the situation provided.
Q19. Service in the Fleet can be draining at the best of times, and on one particular day everything seems to have gone wrong. You’re exhausted, but your shift is finally over and it’s time to unwind. Your roommate is already on their bed when you get back to your quarters. Do you:
b. Say hi, then stick in some earphones for music or grab a PADD for some recreational reading. A lie-down sounds pretty good right now, or maybe a bit of time relaxing on the observation deck - it should be pretty quiet by this time, which will give you a chance to sort through the day’s events in your head.
While I have nothing against chatting and catching up with people, in truth, when I've had a stressful day I like to unwind alone first and once recovered a bit perhaps talk with my roommate. I might say a little something to them past hey, or if they had a hard day and really need to chat I might listen to them for a short time, but if at all possible I prefer my peace and quiet.
Q20. You’ve intercepted what sounds like a pretty important transmission - you feel like the Captain needs to know. When you report, do you:
b. Give them the facts, but your interpretation and the way it fits into context is more important. The Captain wasn’t there, after all - the way you explain it could make all the difference.
I'd make sure it was clear when I started discussing my interpretation and opinion, but when push comes to shove every bit of information the Captain receives can help them understand. There can be factors at work that I pick up on but am unable to clearly, factually outline to the Captain. Also, sometimes an outside opinion can help give perspective, especially if not as knowledgeable or experienced in the topic - they won't be making assumptions based on previous knowledge (mind you, not always a good thing but potentially is).
Q21. There are many decisions to be made in Starfleet, and some are harder than others. Faced with a decision where things could go wrong in any number of ways, do you:
a. Stay impersonal and objective. Weigh up the pros and cons, think out all the possibilities, and focus on the basic truths. A careful analysis of the situation will reveal the best possible choice, even though some may not approve of it.
Part of thinking out all the possibilities is taking the emotional impact and involvement, the perspective of everyone involved. You need to be able to judge these along side the rest of the facts and separately from your own emotional involvement. Staying impersonal and objective does not mean dismissing the emotional and personal perspective side of the equation.
Q22. The day-to-day life of Starfleet can be quite arduous at times, and quite exciting at others. Everyone has their own way of approaching everyday work, but would others see your approach as:
a. Planned and orderly. You seem to prefer to have decisions made and matters settled, rather than hanging over your head. You appear comfortable when in control over such matters. You seem to be task-oriented, and plan ahead.
I do prefer to have everything planned and in order, to be in control of everything. But part of planning and making decisions is leaving the back door open. I keep the facts straight but once I make a decision I don't close my mind to new information and am prepared to adapt or switch plans as needed.
Q23. You can earn 5 points for your future Track by promoting the community in your Journal. Please link the post here if you wish to do so: here.