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And it's goodbye from me


Adam Arkley

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Good afternoon all,

There comes a time when everyone has to take a moment to sit back and look what what's going on. That time for me, as far as VATSIM is concerned, came fairly recently. I'll explain more about my decision in a moment, however last week I wrote to Simon and explained that after the implementation of Phase 1 of the Central Training project, I intended to resign my post as ATC Training Director in VATSIM UK. Following a protracted discussion, which I think was hard for both Simon and I, that resignation is taking place now, effectively immedietely.

Allow me to explain.

Since the day of my appointment, my focus has been entirely on Central Training. I took on that burden, in the knowledge that it would be more-or-less all consuming. It took hours and hours of my time; meeting after meeting with the ATC Training team, the CTIB, the DSG, individuals who had questions or concerns; it was relentless. But I was OK with that - I had a good circle of people supporting what I was doing, covering off the things I was missing and we made good progress. Sadly, somewhere along the way, some horrifically difficult business, which I shan't detail but I suspect people know about, reared its head. A number of things happened and it hit me really very hard - I'm not convinced I've fully come to terms with what happened. I became very demotivated, distanced myself from VATSIM for a time and am frequently reminded of it. To no small extent, I droppped the ball with CT over the back end of summer.

THe situation was compounded by other problems. Working for a staff team in a voluntary organisation is never easy, particularly when you're running what is arguably the most in-demand department in the organisation. But it wasn't comfortable; I found a couple of aspects of the DSG particularly difficult and, much to my disappointment, I've been unable to find a way to work around those issues. I've genuinely found this decision a hard one to reach, but as I said to Simon in my original e-mail; I'm not prepared to allow volunteering for a staff team to get in the way of great personal friendships. For that reason, coupled with the difficulties of the last four months, it is the most logical choice that I step down from my post.

It comes with a price. Simon has made the very difficult decision to shelve the Central Training project. My thanks go out to each and every person who got involved in the project in any way, shape or form. I am sure that we were onto something great and I hope that one day, it'll be seen through to fruition, either by me or by someone else. 

Some of you will, I'm sure, be jubilant at my departure - I'm grateful that I can have done something to please people during my time in post. To everyone else, I'm sorry that it's come to such a premature end.

All the best,
Adam

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Thank you for all your hard work Adam - wishing you the best for the future.

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Alex Hodgkinson

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I'm sure it wont be too long until we see you doing something again! 

All the best. 

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Sorry to hear this news ..fully understand it Adam , some of the decisions made with-in Vatsim over the past few years was the reason I gave up Mentoring ...all the best mate and don't be a stranger on the scopes /in the air .....

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Alex Ashley

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Thanks for your work Adam.

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Thanks Adam for all your hard work you have tried to do within the ATC Training System!

Hope to see you soon!

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Sorry to see you go Adam, thanks for all of your hard work.

See you around!

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Charlie Watson

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Adam, we may have had some strong disagreements, but I will always be respectful of the hard work you have put into VATUK - best of luck with your future endeavours!

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Peter Lockwood

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Thanks for all your hard work Adam, sorry to see you stepping down.

All the best, and don't be a stranger!

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Imogen Thompson

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Just like some others have said Adam, we have never exactly been on the best of terms but the effort you have put into the department and division is second to none.

Take care in the future.

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Matt Capazario

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Like quite a few of the other members have mentioned above, we may not have seen eye to eye but I do wish you well in your future career paths on the network.



Matt

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Lewis Hardcastle

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Thanks Adam, and as they say 'may the malibru always flow through your veins' -HO of Fash Ltd.

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Jason Warrener

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@Adam Arkley - what can I say...

I am extremely disappointed to read your news, but I respect your decision and you for taking the difficult decision on this.  I sincerely hope things improve for you on a personal level and am grateful for all the efforts you have put in behind the scenes.

I am however gutted to read that CT will be be shelved as a result of your departure.  I do not know the inside story, it is not for me to know, and neither am I asking, but I feel it is huge shame for VATSIM UK that this project, worked on by so many, is simply going to be binned.  What a waste of so much hard work.

I really felt that the work which was being done on this was positive for the future of VATSIM UK training and really hope it is not the end for the much needed reform.

#longsadface

Ladies and Gentlmen, Arkley has left the building.  :(

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Trevor Hannant

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Not entirely sure whether I'm surprised or not at your decision Adam, particularly when you consider your strength of character to drive you forward.  However your recent absence perhaps swung the level of surprise down slightly.

Sorry you never got to see your plans through to fruition, I know how hard you worked on them however I'm sure that somewhere else will benefit from your drive, focus and determination at some point in the future.

Good luck with wherever you see your immediate VATSim future!

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Thanks for all your efforts and hard work Adam - It's a real shame to see you go but hopefully the vision of CT will continue in some form someway down the road. Don't be a stranger!

All the best,

Sam

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You put ALOT of hard work into those proposals, with your departure they may not see the light of day so quickly but im sure your efforts will make a big difference to the future of the division.

Hope to still see you on the scope

 

 

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Harry Cameron

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Adam,

Never got to know you too well but it is sad to see you go. Thank you for all the work you have put in to the division. You will be a missed member of the DSG.

 

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Adam,

I wondered why  you were so quiet. I don't know what went on for you to make this decision, but too quit so abruptly, it must have been very serious. Take a deep breath - forget VATSIM for awhile and enjoy your real world flying. 

I had a look at your latest video. Pity about the position of your go-pro as you stated but still enjoyable.

Best regards,

Don

 

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Philip Harris

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Thank you for all the positive changes that you did get to make, and the proactive approach you always had.

Happiness and friendships must come first though!

Make sure you still stick around

Phil

 

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Oliver Parker

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Two of the most sensible staff leaving within days of each other. Up a creek without a paddle this division at the moment. 

Good job Adam mate. 

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Adam, as i've said to you privately I enjoyed working with you. I'm disappointed that you have not been able to see CT through to fruition. Completely understand your reasons for wanting a change. Please don't be a stranger.

James 

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Adam

I have really enjoyed working with you over the past few months, it hasn't been all smooth sailing but i cant fault your dedication to the Division and your support to me.

Thanks

 

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James Dinsdale

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For someone who spearheads the small contingent of 'common sense, straight-to-the-point' type of people in this division, it has made the position you held most definitely irreplaceable in my eyes. 

All the best

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