I scored a 26 on the self quiz on being a reporter. The book concluded that "You're a solid contender for a successful journalism career. You've got the personality and ability a good reporter needs."
However, I still need to build some of my skills. On the first hard news story, I noticed that I was kind of nervous to speak to someone for an interview. Hopefully with more stories, I will become more outgoing.
Another problem I need to work on is working under pressure. Although my problem is that I only work efficiently under pressure, during the night before something is due. This is not reliable way to work so I have to build my drive to do my things long before it is due.
Preparation and practice can help you get more comfortable with interviewing.
ReplyDelete"Deadline fever" (aka "working under pressure") is fine as long as you don't cut yourself so short that you run out of time.
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