So much in journalism and in life, we strive for perfection in our work. The best story idea, the best presentation. We strive for perfection as individuals, we compete to be the best, get to the scene before someone else, write tighter, edit faster. But sometimes, it’s just as important to recognize when something just didn’t work. I think that’s still an achievement, the real problem is if you think succeeded, when in reality you have failed your audience. That was my lesson of the week.
Social networking analysis is a topic that my independent study advisor Rich Gordon and I have been discussing often during our weekly meetings and through materials he’s pointed me to, as well as my own reading and observation, I think it has some great potential in terms of journalistic applications. Whether it’s about getting a job or pushing your political agenda, so much in this world is about who you know. (more…)
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