Diplomacy

[padmeofnaboo.livejournal.com]

We all have a big weekend a head of us... and even if you don't, I'll keep it simple.

Today's topic: What do you think are the ideal characteristics for an ambassador to have?

Comments

[carter-i-am.livejournal.com]

Empathy, first and foremost. I also think that an ambassador should have knowledge and understanding of both his or her own culture and the one to whom he or she is an ambassador.

[padmeofnaboo.livejournal.com]

Very true. Without the abilty/want to understand, such a job is impossible.

[cameronmitchell.livejournal.com]

I suppose a good ambassador needs to be communicative, friendly, intelligent and have a good perception. But I think he most of all needs to be patient.

[padmeofnaboo.livejournal.com]

The last is usually the most difficult in upkeep.

[cameronmitchell.livejournal.com]

But important if you want to make sure you don't need to use advanced negotiations.

[padmeofnaboo.livejournal.com]

Extremely.

[valentine-tart.livejournal.com]

"Intelligence, empathy, discernment, and a very even temper. A pleasant manner probably doesn't hurt either."

[padmeofnaboo.livejournal.com]

*nods, agreeing*

[emo-padawan.livejournal.com]

[OOC: diplomat!mun says: iron liver]

[padmeofnaboo.livejournal.com]

OOCL I heart diplomat!mun. Heh.

[wraithbaitjohn.livejournal.com]

Patience, non-judgementalism (yeah, that can be a word, right?), a good poker face and a clear understanding of what each side has to offer and what they need.

[padmeofnaboo.livejournal.com]

*nods* A good poker face is a good trait to have in anything involving... well, anything. *smiles*

[can_be_more]

Compassion, devotion, a clear head... Also, the ability to lie without looking like you're lying, and spies everywhere.

[http://users.livejournal.com/_wespryce/]

Patience. Perserverance. Conviction... Um. How many would you like us to consider, Professor?

[padmeofnaboo.livejournal.com]

As many or as few that come to mind. Why do you think these traits important?

[http://users.livejournal.com/_wespryce/]

Ah. Well, those are the traits that come most quickly to mind. Why are these traits important...

Well, one must be patient when dealing diplomatically with members of other cultures. Acting, or speaking, rashly could lead to a potentially damaging misunderstanding. Perserverance is important as dealings with beings whose differences are such that someone trained in diplomacy is called for rarely end quickly. And, of course, one must be convinced of one's own standpoint in order to defend or advise it to someone else.