User talk:Evasmatrix

Hi,

I notice you've written an article on Mike Silverman, which looks like your first article.

I thought I'd drop you a note to fill you in what to expect next.


 * Articles on Wikipedia are all communally owned and managed, so you'll see other editors contributing with the aim of making an encyclopedia entry out of the original text. If it's felt by anyone that it doesn't meet our criteria, then a 'deletion discussion' would take place at some point to consider further; likewise any content which isn't within our manual of style, or article norms.


 * The article has also been tagged being contributed to by a connected person. This is routine when there may be a perception that the article author, or some invested party, is also connected to the article subject, and arises because we have a duty to be neutral, and so any factor that might influence that must be noted for other editors' and reader awareness. Tags relating to article condition are removed when a consensus forms amongst editors that the relevant editorial concern has been suitably addressed.


 * It would help if you'd let us know if you are Mike Silverman, so we can work better on it, but it's not obligatory.

You may want to read our guideline on conflict of interest; broadly what this says is, it's best you tell independent editors of any points you wish to raise, rather than fix them yourself, unless they are obvious (grammar, factual mistake). That way it's clear the article was independently written. The guideline also contains a note of the problems which can arise if ignored, and it's worth reading that section carefully.

If you do decide to edit, then there are three main policies you need to know: Wikipedia is neutral (neutral point of view), does not contain personal comments, thoughts, or personal knowledge/opinions of editors, but only what can be shown to be published in reliable sources (no 'original research'), and verified reliably (verifiability). You might also find this page useful: Business' FAQ. And of course, good conduct is valued and sought.

If you have further questions please do not hesitate to contact me via my talk page. If you have a problem please ask, rather than let it spiral. Thanks!

Best,

FT2 (Talk 04:16, 5 December 2007 (UTC)