latapythelegend Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 The board statement just released paints an optimistic picture. Pretty much a back to basics plan but at least appears to be thought out and justified. It looks like we will also be back to grass after next season if they are looking for a training ground way from the stadium. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggie Perrin Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 Positive update from the BoD. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieBairn Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 So we’re going to bring out Craig Sibbald at the fans meeting on the 2nd? Love that 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mon_Eh_Bairns2018 Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 The board statement just released paints an optimistic picture. Pretty much a back to basics plan but at least appears to be thought out and justified. It looks like we will also be back to grass after next season if they are looking for a training ground way from the stadium.Think it’s also on the optimistic basis of us getting promoted too. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mon_Eh_Bairns2018 Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 So we’re going to bring out Craig Sibbald at the fans meeting on the 2nd? Love thatAfter how we mugged him around when he wanted to leave I really doubt he would even consider us an option anymore… unless we are his only option [emoji23][emoji23] -1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Springfield Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 An honest appraisal of where we are as a club. Hope the “lost” supporters can see past the embarrassing conveyor of BODS/people/players that have shamed us, and get back to purchasing STs and PATG. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieBairn Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 3 minutes ago, Mon_Eh_Bairns2018 said: After how we mugged him around when he wanted to leave I really doubt he would even consider us an option anymore… unless we are his only option let me dream 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshmallo Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 The Falkirk Way -3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulioBairn Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 Great update from the club. Some decent signings in the next week or so and I’ve no doubt the season tickets will sell. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blame Me Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 A lot of words to say we're skint and our commercial operation is a disaster! It would seem in order to "control non-football costs" we seem to have reverted - if we ever deviated from - relying on volunteers with professional skills to work pro-bono which, in my view, is a nonsense considering the amount of work realistically required in the areas mentioned. I can't say I'm as enthused as others about the statement. Yet to see tangible change happening which aligns with the pillars the board describe their instigating. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JulioBairn Posted May 12, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted May 12, 2022 3 minutes ago, Blame Me said: A lot of words to say we're skint and our commercial operation is a disaster! It would seem in order to "control non-football costs" we seem to have reverted - if we ever deviated from - relying on volunteers with professional skills to work pro-bono which, in my view, is a nonsense considering the amount of work realistically required in the areas mentioned. I can't say I'm as enthused as others about the statement. Yet to see tangible change happening which aligns with the pillars the board describe their instigating. Disagree. 1. All clubs at our level need backing from the fans in order to generate money. They obviously need us to do our part cos there’s no sky TV or foreign billionaires gona do it for us. 2. There are huge numbers of volunteers at all football clubs and the volunteer and the club clearly benefit from that. No issue with the guy who runs the social media etc doing so on a voluntary basis. 3. There has been a lot of talk about disbanding the academy again. Although we are a while away from any real benefit from it, it’s pleasing to hear it’s part of the plan. 4. Tangible change? Appointing a proper manager is a good start. I’ve always said I’ll criticise the club when I think they’ve fucked up and praise where it’s due. Since the season ended the club deserve nothing but praise. The next bit is key - getting the right players in. Here’s hoping the good work continues. 25 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blame Me Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 7 minutes ago, JulioBairn said: There are huge numbers of volunteers at all football clubs and the volunteer and the club clearly benefit from that. No issue with the guy who runs the social media etc doing so on a voluntary basis. I don't have issues with volunteers per se but I think your underestimating that role and what it potentially entails nowadays. You also overlook the actual plea which was included sales experience. This isn't the club inviting folk to help smarten up the stadium or clear snow - these are specialist roles which are time consuming and skilled. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadwell Dog Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 (edited) 43 minutes ago, Blame Me said: A lot of words to say we're skint and our commercial operation is a disaster! It would seem in order to "control non-football costs" we seem to have reverted - if we ever deviated from - relying on volunteers with professional skills to work pro-bono which, in my view, is a nonsense considering the amount of work realistically required in the areas mentioned. I can't say I'm as enthused as others about the statement. Yet to see tangible change happening which aligns with the pillars the board describe their instigating. Yes we're skint because the old board has pished our reserves down the drain on shit footballers crap managers and directors of football and concert tickets for their friends and bloody families. Edited May 12, 2022 by Shadwell Dog 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bairnardo Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 Cant wait to swagger into the KM7 stand btw 17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuartA Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 20 minutes ago, Blame Me said: I don't have issues with volunteers per se but I think your underestimating that role and what it potentially entails nowadays. You also overlook the actual plea which was included sales experience. This isn't the club inviting folk to help smarten up the stadium or clear snow - these are specialist roles which are time consuming and skilled. I used to be very critical of the club’s reliance on volunteers, given how many of these volunteers were treated. I have a couple of people in mind when I say that, especially on the media side. What's clear is that the club has degenerated for a decade or more, since we left the SPL. Bad decision after bad decision, taking people for granted, terrible management and processes, and some seriously dodgy behaviour from individuals who are, largely, gone. We don't have a choice now. Fans have to step up. Actually, that's not true. They don't need to, but our club will just suffer further if we don't. Hopefully we can get back to a point where we can pay for all the expertise and skills we need but we aren't there now, because of many years of strategic and financial mismanagement. Whatever folk want to say about the last board, they diagnosed many of the problems but didn't get round to fixing them. Time for all of us to get in the tent. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigbri Bairn Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 A lot of words to say we're skint and our commercial operation is a disaster! It would seem in order to "control non-football costs" we seem to have reverted - if we ever deviated from - relying on volunteers with professional skills to work pro-bono which, in my view, is a nonsense considering the amount of work realistically required in the areas mentioned. I can't say I'm as enthused as others about the statement. Yet to see tangible change happening which aligns with the pillars the board describe their instigating.Whilst working in the voluntary sector I worked with a group called SCORE which I think was the Scottish Confederation of Retired Executives. Those guys loved their voluntary work and because it was not about making money they put a lot of effort in. Bet there are lots of retired professionals who love the club and would enjoy putting their skills to work to get us back to where we aspire to be. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiddy Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 49 minutes ago, Bairnardo said: Cant wait to swagger into the KM7 stand btw Aye, like it'll be radically different from the SS? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laughing gravie Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 30 minutes ago, Bigbri Bairn said: Whilst working in the voluntary sector I worked with a group called SCORE which I think was the Scottish Confederation of Retired Executives. Those guys loved their voluntary work and because it was not about making money they put a lot of effort in. Bet there are lots of retired professionals who love the club and would enjoy putting their skills to work to get us back to where we aspire to be. Ambitions and capabilities spring to mind -1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bairnardo Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 25 minutes ago, kiddy said: Aye, like it'll be radically different from the SS? I don't get it? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiddy Posted May 12, 2022 Share Posted May 12, 2022 6 minutes ago, Bairnardo said: I don't get it? Yup, I don't. Is the pigeon shit on the seat classier? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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