There are many characteristics that one needs to have to be a good mod.
1. availability
2. a manner in which one communicates an idea without inflaming a situation
3. the ability to defuse a situation without becoming directly involved
4. knowledge, believe it or not, a mod does not know everything, we all have special experiences and knowledge
5. trust, a persona that is known and trusted
6. can admit when they are wrong, and publicly apologize, (this is more of a guidline)
7. fairness, even a small misstep can lead to misunderstandings and loss of respect by others
8. impartiality, this is not the good old boy's club
9. good looks.. ok, we don't need this but it helps
10. and finally last but not least.. availability and willingness to serve the board, not their own interest..
Needto meets and exceeds all of these requirements..