Sunday, September 25, 2011

LATE/REVISION: Got what it takes to be a reporter?

1. I enjoy reading. I consume a lot of books and magazines. Yes, +2

2. Writing is fun and rewarding. And I'm confident that people genuinely enjoy the stuff I write. Yes, +3

3. I am lousy at spelling. My grammar and punctuation ain't so great, neither. No, +2

4. I'm technologically skilled enough to shoot video, download files from the Web, post photos online, etc. Very yes, +1.

5. I can organize my ideas and write quickly when I need to. Yes, +3

6. I'd make a good game-show contestant because I'm good at remembering facts and trivia. Yes, +2.

7. I'm efficient and self-sufficient when it comes to doing tedious library or Internet research. Yes, +2.

8. I'm generally more curious than most people I know. Yes, +3.

9. In public situations, I'm pretty shy. I avoid asking questions in class, for instance. No, +2.

10. I think it's unpartriotic to dispute or criticize government officials. No, +1.

11. When I choose a career, I'll need a stable, 9-to-5 job where my workday is routine and I make big money. No, +3.

12. If I really want something, I'm tenacious until I get it. Yes, +3.

13. When I'm under pressure, I'm able to stay calm and focused without losing my temper. Yes, +1.

14. Whenever people criticize what I say or do, it really annoys me. Who do those people think they are? No, +2.

Well. It looks like I'm destined to be a journalist. Never thought my fate would be sealed via textbook.

1 comment:

  1. Perhaps we could call it a textbook case of career counseling?

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