Blog 17: Third Answer

1. My essential question is, “What is the most effective method of managing a yearbook staff, while promoting morale and the success of the book?”
2. My third answer is, “A successful editor-in-chief implements a consistent system of training in journalistic skills.”
3. List three reasons your answer is true with a real-world application for each.
1. An individual cannot perform a job well if they don’t know how to perform said job.
1. If you’re in a band and you’re about to play a concert, you wouldn’t pull a random person off the the street (who has no musical experience) and tell them to play guitar for your band.
2. Training allows staffers to work even when they’re not instructed.
1. A photographer who knows the rules of photography, and what kind of photos are wanted for the yearbook, can keep their camera on them to capture spontaneous moments. Instead of waiting for a story to be assigned, they take the initiative since they know what is expected of them.
3. Part of training is leading by example, which sets standards for the staff.
1. Teachers who tell the students not use their phone in class, yet use their phone... in class... set a bad example for the students. The students begin to think this sort of behavior is acceptable, or write off orders to stop this behavior due to hypocrisy. It’s a psychological form of training.
4. Pettinato, Minot. "Staff Training Ideas." EHow. Demand Media, 28 Mar. 2011. Web.
5. I’ve had this answer in place since my first lesson, but it didn’t seem strong enough. Now that I’ve thought it through more, I’m confident in this as my third answer.