Tag: Twitter sources

One common complaint that I field in my journalism classes is that students have difficulty finding sources for stories. “So-and-so won’t talk to me because I’m not a ‘real’ reporter” or “I sent three e-mails, but I never heard back” is what I typically hear. My first response: You ARE a real reporter, so act as if. My second response: Pick up the phone. Don’t rely on e-mail. Read the rest at http://www.shannonphilpott.com