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<p>Initial creation of How to contribute page</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>Welcome to &#039;&#039;&#039;CEO.wiki&#039;&#039;&#039;! We&#039;re glad you&#039;re interested in contributing to our collaborative knowledge platform about corporate leadership and business. This guide will help you get started.<br /> <br /> == Getting started ==<br /> <br /> === Create an account ===<br /> <br /> To contribute to CEO.wiki, you&#039;ll need an account. Visit [[CEO.wiki:Request an account|Request an account]] to get started. Account creation helps us maintain quality and reduce vandalism.<br /> <br /> === Learn the basics ===<br /> <br /> Before making your first edit:<br /> # Read our [[CEO.wiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]]<br /> # Review [[CEO.wiki:Notability guidelines|notability guidelines]]<br /> # Understand what constitutes [[CEO.wiki:Reliable sources|reliable sources]]<br /> # Familiarize yourself with the [[CEO.wiki:Code of Conduct|Code of Conduct]]<br /> <br /> === Make your first edit ===<br /> <br /> Start with small edits:<br /> * Fix typos or grammatical errors<br /> * Add citations to existing content<br /> * Update outdated information with reliable sources<br /> * Expand stub articles with well-sourced content<br /> <br /> Visit [[CEO.wiki:Editing help|Editing help]] for technical guidance on using the MediaWiki editor.<br /> <br /> == Core principles ==<br /> <br /> === Verifiability ===<br /> <br /> All content on CEO.wiki must be verifiable through [[CEO.wiki:Reliable sources|reliable sources]]. This means:<br /> * Every fact should be supported by a citation<br /> * Sources should be independent and reliable<br /> * Avoid using press releases or promotional material as primary sources<br /> * Original research is not permitted<br /> <br /> === Neutral point of view ===<br /> <br /> CEO.wiki articles must maintain a neutral point of view (NPOV):<br /> * Present all significant viewpoints fairly<br /> * Avoid promotional language<br /> * Don&#039;t advocate for or against a particular person or organization<br /> * Let the facts speak for themselves<br /> <br /> === No original research ===<br /> <br /> CEO.wiki is a repository of published knowledge, not a place for original analysis:<br /> * Don&#039;t draw conclusions not explicitly stated in sources<br /> * Don&#039;t synthesize information to create new theories<br /> * Stick to what reliable sources say<br /> <br /> == What to contribute ==<br /> <br /> === Article creation ===<br /> <br /> Consider creating articles about:<br /> * CEOs of notable companies with significant media coverage<br /> * Major corporations meeting our notability guidelines<br /> * Significant business events and corporate transactions<br /> * Business concepts and practices documented in reliable sources<br /> <br /> Before creating an article:<br /> # Search to ensure it doesn&#039;t already exist<br /> # Verify the subject meets [[CEO.wiki:Notability guidelines|notability guidelines]]<br /> # Gather at least 3-5 reliable sources<br /> # Draft the article with citations<br /> <br /> === Article improvement ===<br /> <br /> Improving existing articles is equally valuable:<br /> * Add missing citations<br /> * Expand stub articles<br /> * Update outdated information<br /> * Improve writing clarity and organization<br /> * Add relevant images (with proper licensing)<br /> * Fix formatting issues<br /> <br /> === Other contributions ===<br /> <br /> You can also help by:<br /> * Reviewing recent changes for vandalism<br /> * Discussing article improvements on talk pages<br /> * Helping new contributors learn our guidelines<br /> * Categorizing and organizing content<br /> * Uploading freely-licensed images<br /> <br /> == Guidelines for specific content ==<br /> <br /> === Writing about CEOs ===<br /> <br /> When creating or editing CEO biographies:<br /> * Focus on their professional career and business impact<br /> * Include education, career progression, and major achievements<br /> * Cite compensation only if from official filings or reliable sources<br /> * Avoid excessive personal details unrelated to their business role<br /> * Maintain neutral tone even for controversial figures<br /> <br /> === Writing about companies ===<br /> <br /> For company articles:<br /> * Include founding, ownership structure, and key products/services<br /> * Document major corporate events (mergers, acquisitions, restructuring)<br /> * Include financial information from official sources<br /> * Cover significant controversies with balanced coverage<br /> * Cite annual reports, SEC filings, and major business publications<br /> <br /> === Citing sources ===<br /> <br /> Proper citations are crucial:<br /> * Use the citation templates provided<br /> * Include author, title, publication, date, and URL where applicable<br /> * Prefer authoritative business publications<br /> * Include access dates for web sources<br /> * Link to archived versions when possible<br /> <br /> == Conflict of interest ==<br /> <br /> === If you work for a company covered on CEO.wiki ===<br /> <br /> You have a conflict of interest if you:<br /> * Are employed by or represent a company<br /> * Have a financial stake in an organization<br /> * Have personal relationships with article subjects<br /> <br /> If you have a conflict of interest:<br /> * &#039;&#039;&#039;Disclose it&#039;&#039;&#039; on your user page and relevant talk pages<br /> * &#039;&#039;&#039;Don&#039;t directly edit&#039;&#039;&#039; articles about your organization<br /> * &#039;&#039;&#039;Suggest changes&#039;&#039;&#039; on article talk pages instead<br /> * Allow independent editors to evaluate and implement suggestions<br /> <br /> === Paid editing ===<br /> <br /> CEO.wiki has strict policies on paid editing:<br /> * All paid editing must be disclosed<br /> * Paid editors cannot create promotional content<br /> * All content must meet the same standards as unpaid contributions<br /> * Undisclosed paid editing may result in account blocks<br /> <br /> == Community interaction ==<br /> <br /> === Talk pages ===<br /> <br /> Use talk pages to:<br /> * Discuss article improvements<br /> * Resolve content disputes<br /> * Ask questions about editing<br /> * Coordinate with other contributors<br /> <br /> === Collaboration ===<br /> <br /> CEO.wiki thrives on collaboration:<br /> * Assume good faith with other editors<br /> * Be respectful even when disagreeing<br /> * Seek consensus on controversial changes<br /> * Welcome newcomers and help them learn<br /> <br /> === Resolving disputes ===<br /> <br /> If you disagree with another editor:<br /> # Discuss calmly on the article&#039;s talk page<br /> # Cite policies and guidelines<br /> # Seek input from uninvolved editors<br /> # Request administrator assistance if needed<br /> <br /> == Best practices ==<br /> <br /> === Before editing ===<br /> <br /> * Research the topic thoroughly<br /> * Gather reliable sources<br /> * Check existing content for accuracy<br /> * Consider discussing major changes first<br /> <br /> === While editing ===<br /> <br /> * Write clearly and concisely<br /> * Use proper wiki formatting<br /> * Add citations as you write<br /> * Preview your changes before saving<br /> * Write descriptive edit summaries<br /> <br /> === After editing ===<br /> <br /> * Watch the page for feedback<br /> * Respond to questions on the talk page<br /> * Be open to improvements from other editors<br /> * Continue researching and updating as needed<br /> <br /> == Getting help ==<br /> <br /> If you need assistance:<br /> * Visit [[CEO.wiki:Editing help|Editing help]] for technical guidance<br /> * Check [[CEO.wiki:FAQ|Frequently Asked Questions]]<br /> * Ask on the [[CEO.wiki:Community portal|Community portal]]<br /> * Review article talk pages for examples<br /> <br /> == Common mistakes to avoid ==<br /> <br /> * Creating promotional or biased content<br /> * Copying text from copyrighted sources<br /> * Adding unsourced information<br /> * Creating articles about non-notable subjects<br /> * Making edits with a conflict of interest<br /> * Using unreliable sources<br /> * Engaging in edit wars<br /> <br /> == Resources ==<br /> <br /> * [[CEO.wiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]] - Formatting and writing guidelines<br /> * [[CEO.wiki:Notability guidelines|Notability guidelines]] - What deserves an article<br /> * [[CEO.wiki:Reliable sources|Reliable sources]] - What to cite<br /> * [[CEO.wiki:Editing help|Editing help]] - Technical editing guide<br /> * [[CEO.wiki:Code of Conduct|Code of Conduct]] - Behavior expectations<br /> * [[CEO.wiki:Community portal|Community portal]] - Collaborate with others<br /> <br /> Thank you for contributing to CEO.wiki! Your efforts help build a comprehensive, reliable resource on corporate leadership and business.<br /> <br /> [[Category:CEO.wiki]]</div>

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