SHUBH JAIN (Pg 268-269)

What should a journalist do if he is put on the page Three beat?

Before India became celebrity-mad, a rookie reporter usually found himself

starting from the crime desk. It was felt such an initiation would toughen up
the rookie since he would be required to associate with the dregs of society.
These days they fit the rookie up in sharp gear and make him chase
celebrities. I do not wish to sound snobbish but once every two years you will
find me making a fool of myself at a celebrity frolicbut from a journalistic
point of view, it is soul-destroying work.

Should a journalist always carry his resignation letter in his pocket?

This is a tough one.Most honest journalists, at least once in their career,

Will need to take a call. In my own career,on more than one occasion, the
necessity for dal-roti has made me think three times before going up to my
boss and uttering the dreaded words, 'I QUIT'.
I can think of only one insurance. Whether you are a sub-editor or
photographer or assistant editor make sure you are the best. The quest for
self-improvement is never-ending.Believe me, if you are good at your iob you
might face unemployment. But it won't be for long.