The task of the leader is to get their people from where they
are to where they have not been.” —Henry Kissinger
Goals for 2024
It's the beginning of the year, now is a great time to reflect back on 2023 and what you accomplished. Now is the time to set goals for this year - keep them as S.M.A.R.T. goals and make sure your leaders do the same with your assistance.
S - Specific = Don't create a goal that is unclear or needs detailed explanation, it should be specific enough to be easily understood when talking about it.
M - Measurable = Determine how you will be able to tell if the goal is 25% complete, 50% complete, and so on. If the goal isn't met 100%, talk about why.
A - Achievable = Make a goal that is not unreasonable. For example, if you set a recruiting goal for 10 recruits in a week, but typically only bring in 1-2, that goal will most likely not be met. Start with something realistic, and if that goal is met easily, then increase it for the next time.
R - Relevant = Have the goal be something the squad or clan needs to work on. For example, if recruiting is slow and needs improvement, that would be a good goal. If recruiting is something that happens normally and isn't a struggle, a goal for leadership training and development would be better.
T - Time Bound = Set a time-frame for the goal to be achieved. Whether it's a short term or long term goal, having a "due date" helps keep people focused and working towards it.
Make sure that when you set a goal you are checking in on progress at least a couple of times a week, to help keep everyone focused and ensure it isn't forgotten. If the goal isn't met, discuss why - it shouldn't be a negative conversation, just a discussion about why it didn't happen and how to try to achieve it using a different strategy.
Showing Offline:
We all appear offline from time to time. This can be when we have company, spending time with loved ones, etc.. and generally we're not available so we don't want people to think we are when our Xbox is on for whatever reasons. This should not be used to hide from our members or leadership! You should NOT be appearing offline all of the time and expect people to message you if they need you.
Leadership should NOT appear offline all of the time and leave it to your clans to guess if you are online or note. Even clan members should not appear offline all of the time. Part of the reason people join the community is to socialize with members, and if everyone appears offline, the socializing will not happen. If you are online, you should appear online unless it's for a good reason. Do not abuse the appear online function!
GWG Reminder:
If a member leaves or is kicked out today and they want to return tomorrow, they need to post a GWG app immediately. There are no time frames to follow other than the fact that a researcher will not begin research on the app until 2 weeks have passed since separation from the community (Example: after 1, 2, 3 years, member no longer needs to fill an app. Not a thing!). Only if the member left for inactivity and it has been confirmed from the member’s last usergroup removal request on the help desk, then they are welcome to join back in without an application. If there are ever any doubts or inconsistencies you have come across, please ask an XD.
Clan Usergroup:
Does your user group and clan list match? One aspect of running a clan is ALWAY checking our lists, It is your responsibility to make sure that all of your members are joining the User Group. It is also your responsibility to get those same members removed from the User Group if they leave, get kicked or transfer out. As many already know, you need to post a request in the Help Desk to get members removed. If you need assistance, please contact your immediate leadership.
Section Leaders working with Events Team:
Starting in 2024 we are going to do something spectacular for the Community. This will take each one of you to help so here it is. Every Section Leader will have a clan in his/her section to host a game night with the Events Team for the community to join . The Events Team will help with spreading the word like putting it on Calendar, Spamming out on discord and etc... It does not have to be a General to host but anyone in that clan that would like to represent. Please get with SYN CHELL XD by PM or Xbox party! If that day is free on the Calendar then we can do it. Let's fill the Calendar up folks!!
Xiled Gaming:
Thanks to everyone that came out to celebrate XG’s birthday. 18 years is quite an accomplishment!!!
A special thanks to the members of the Events team that planned and coordinated the Birthday Bash. Thanks to their efforts, everyone was able to have a great time and meet new community members.
XTEAM:
Tuesday, January 9th @ 9:00pm EST
With your hosts SYN x Ghost and and XGC Kaite XS
We will be playing custom games.
Send a message to either host for an invite to the event or jump into party!
The Events Team Presents Golf with Friends Game Night
Thursday, January 11th @ 9:00pm EST
With your hosts SYN CHELL XD and SYN CAREBEAR XS
We will be playing custom games.
Send a message to either host for an invite to the event or jump into party!
The Events Team Presents a Overwatch 2 Game Night, on Thursday, January 25th @ 8:00pm EST
With your hosts SYN Sobi XS and Kingtoxic420#700
We will be playing custom games.
Send a message to either host for an invite to the event!
Tournaments:
Xiled Gaming Tournament Team proudly presents:
Pool Blitz Tournament
Beginning
01/26/2024 at 8 EST
Ending
02/5/2024 at midnight
Registration will end
01/25/2024 at Midnight
Prize will be $50.00 Gift card for 1st place and 25.00 for 2nd place!!!!
(Xiled Gaming is not responsible for this prize)
SYN CHELL XD is solely responsible
https://www.xiledgaming.com/tournaments/pool-blitz-showdown.49/
Xiled Gaming Tournament Team proudly presents:
February 9th, 2024, at 12:00am EST
Ending:
February 18th, 2024, at 11:59pm EST
Registration will Close:
February 8th, 2024, at 7:00pm EST
Prize:
1st Place - $50.oo Gift Card
2nd Place - $20.00 Gift Card
All prizes are the sole responsibility of SYN Sobi XS.
Xiled Gaming Has no responsibility for the prizes!!!
https://www.xiledgaming.com/tournaments/madden-nfl-2024-x-s-new-gen-version.50/
XTEAM Battles:
Clan Name: SYN ENVY 7
Game: MW3
Date: 1/12/24
Time: 8pm EST
Casual: Core
Team Names: OHANA's Section
Game MW3
Date 1/13/24
Time 9pm est
Casual
Hardcore
Clan name: XGC WOLFPACK XK
Game: ROCKET LEAGUE
Date :1/15/24
Time: 9pm
3v3 soccer
are to where they have not been.” —Henry Kissinger
Goals for 2024
It's the beginning of the year, now is a great time to reflect back on 2023 and what you accomplished. Now is the time to set goals for this year - keep them as S.M.A.R.T. goals and make sure your leaders do the same with your assistance.
S - Specific = Don't create a goal that is unclear or needs detailed explanation, it should be specific enough to be easily understood when talking about it.
M - Measurable = Determine how you will be able to tell if the goal is 25% complete, 50% complete, and so on. If the goal isn't met 100%, talk about why.
A - Achievable = Make a goal that is not unreasonable. For example, if you set a recruiting goal for 10 recruits in a week, but typically only bring in 1-2, that goal will most likely not be met. Start with something realistic, and if that goal is met easily, then increase it for the next time.
R - Relevant = Have the goal be something the squad or clan needs to work on. For example, if recruiting is slow and needs improvement, that would be a good goal. If recruiting is something that happens normally and isn't a struggle, a goal for leadership training and development would be better.
T - Time Bound = Set a time-frame for the goal to be achieved. Whether it's a short term or long term goal, having a "due date" helps keep people focused and working towards it.
Make sure that when you set a goal you are checking in on progress at least a couple of times a week, to help keep everyone focused and ensure it isn't forgotten. If the goal isn't met, discuss why - it shouldn't be a negative conversation, just a discussion about why it didn't happen and how to try to achieve it using a different strategy.
Showing Offline:
We all appear offline from time to time. This can be when we have company, spending time with loved ones, etc.. and generally we're not available so we don't want people to think we are when our Xbox is on for whatever reasons. This should not be used to hide from our members or leadership! You should NOT be appearing offline all of the time and expect people to message you if they need you.
Leadership should NOT appear offline all of the time and leave it to your clans to guess if you are online or note. Even clan members should not appear offline all of the time. Part of the reason people join the community is to socialize with members, and if everyone appears offline, the socializing will not happen. If you are online, you should appear online unless it's for a good reason. Do not abuse the appear online function!
GWG Reminder:
If a member leaves or is kicked out today and they want to return tomorrow, they need to post a GWG app immediately. There are no time frames to follow other than the fact that a researcher will not begin research on the app until 2 weeks have passed since separation from the community (Example: after 1, 2, 3 years, member no longer needs to fill an app. Not a thing!). Only if the member left for inactivity and it has been confirmed from the member’s last usergroup removal request on the help desk, then they are welcome to join back in without an application. If there are ever any doubts or inconsistencies you have come across, please ask an XD.
Clan Usergroup:
Does your user group and clan list match? One aspect of running a clan is ALWAY checking our lists, It is your responsibility to make sure that all of your members are joining the User Group. It is also your responsibility to get those same members removed from the User Group if they leave, get kicked or transfer out. As many already know, you need to post a request in the Help Desk to get members removed. If you need assistance, please contact your immediate leadership.
Section Leaders working with Events Team:
Starting in 2024 we are going to do something spectacular for the Community. This will take each one of you to help so here it is. Every Section Leader will have a clan in his/her section to host a game night with the Events Team for the community to join . The Events Team will help with spreading the word like putting it on Calendar, Spamming out on discord and etc... It does not have to be a General to host but anyone in that clan that would like to represent. Please get with SYN CHELL XD by PM or Xbox party! If that day is free on the Calendar then we can do it. Let's fill the Calendar up folks!!
Xiled Gaming:
Thanks to everyone that came out to celebrate XG’s birthday. 18 years is quite an accomplishment!!!
A special thanks to the members of the Events team that planned and coordinated the Birthday Bash. Thanks to their efforts, everyone was able to have a great time and meet new community members.
XTEAM:
The Xteam is looking for challenges so get with your sections and clans to see if you all has what it takes to bring in the bragging rights to beat your XS's and higher. If you have any questions please get with XGC GRIM XS or SYN CareBear XS.
Classes:
No classes at this time as they are being updated to better our Community. Although classes are not going on at this time, please don't stop teaching and don't stop asking questions.Community Events:
The Events Team Presents SYN Odyssey on Golf with Friends Game NightTuesday, January 9th @ 9:00pm EST
With your hosts SYN x Ghost and and XGC Kaite XS
We will be playing custom games.
Send a message to either host for an invite to the event or jump into party!
The Events Team Presents Golf with Friends Game Night
Thursday, January 11th @ 9:00pm EST
With your hosts SYN CHELL XD and SYN CAREBEAR XS
We will be playing custom games.
Send a message to either host for an invite to the event or jump into party!
The Events Team Presents a Overwatch 2 Game Night, on Thursday, January 25th @ 8:00pm EST
With your hosts SYN Sobi XS and Kingtoxic420#700
We will be playing custom games.
Send a message to either host for an invite to the event!
Tournaments:
Xiled Gaming Tournament Team proudly presents:
Pool Blitz Tournament
Beginning
01/26/2024 at 8 EST
Ending
02/5/2024 at midnight
Registration will end
01/25/2024 at Midnight
Prize will be $50.00 Gift card for 1st place and 25.00 for 2nd place!!!!
(Xiled Gaming is not responsible for this prize)
SYN CHELL XD is solely responsible
https://www.xiledgaming.com/tournaments/pool-blitz-showdown.49/
Xiled Gaming Tournament Team proudly presents:
Madden NFL 2024 X/S Version
Beginning:February 9th, 2024, at 12:00am EST
Ending:
February 18th, 2024, at 11:59pm EST
Registration will Close:
February 8th, 2024, at 7:00pm EST
Prize:
1st Place - $50.oo Gift Card
2nd Place - $20.00 Gift Card
All prizes are the sole responsibility of SYN Sobi XS.
Xiled Gaming Has no responsibility for the prizes!!!
https://www.xiledgaming.com/tournaments/madden-nfl-2024-x-s-new-gen-version.50/
XTEAM Battles:
Clan Name: SYN ENVY 7
Game: MW3
Date: 1/12/24
Time: 8pm EST
Casual: Core
Team Names: OHANA's Section
Game MW3
Date 1/13/24
Time 9pm est
Casual
Hardcore
Clan name: XGC WOLFPACK XK
Game: ROCKET LEAGUE
Date :1/15/24
Time: 9pm
3v3 soccer