........... wall.

I read it and will respond. But....... wall. Fix it. Like now.
1. That's too vague. That kind of thing you deal with as you see it. I don't tot around a list.
2. Reasonable compensation should be expected of course. But only in operations for the furthering of the corporation. I would also expect a corp tax to sustain that compensation and operation costs.
3. Tactics are not something that you have or don't have. Everyone 'has' tactics. Whether they're well thought out and efficient in using the squad make up and other variables is another thing. I'd like a corporation that focuses on paying attention to what you have in each squad and making a gameplan on that.
New Eden is a realm of specialization. Your going to be building on something for a long time and getting everything you want to the levels you want will take a while before you can move on to another role. That being the case, I'd want a corporation that knows how to use what I'm specializing in to its fullest extent. I want to be part of a unit.
4. The game is no different than any social situation in real life. People like to be with those they know the best. And may not be out going to reach out to just any old person. Once squads and cliques start being solidified, those newer additions would find is hard to get into squads early on. This is hopefully where directors, officers, and dedicated squad leaders come in who pull people in not only to strengthen a corporation bond but figure out how best to use they're mercenaries for the benefit of all. Corporations shouldn't be increasing their numbers just to increase tax revenue for their select few. This is New Eden so it's not unheard of, but your asking our opinions correct? And that would be that a mercenary corporation should be like a business and brotherhood. Filling your ranks with mercs that you aren't training or bettering is just clutter.
5. This one is something that I have a hard time swallowing but a good point none the less. A good mercenary corporation takes time to be ready for that point. And how you build it up will determine how long it lasts. Whether is blows up, goes far then disappears, or gradually makes its way up and stays there becoming a corporation that permanently makes a name as whatever it is. One thing I hope to achieve in due time.
I've now given you a reasonable response. Again....... wall. Fix it +_+