Confidence in journalism biz comes with a little uncertainty
SABEW’s Warren Watson says that while confidence is growing in the business journalism industry, uncertainty continues to linger. In his most recent article on SABEW.org, Watson gives journalists a little more to think about, making sure that optimism doesn’t overcome reality.
A recent study released by the Reynolds Center suggests that the confidence is there amongst journalists throughout the nation, it is even referenced in the article.
Watson also takes a look Gannett, who is expanding their business coverage in a number of publications across the country.
However, he makes sure to focus on the fact that while the recovery process is moving along, it is moving slowly. Advertising is growing, but revenues are still below pre-recession levels despite often beating projected goals.
A large portion of the uncertainty comes from the questions still surrounding media’s move to the Internet. A move that Drew Davis, the president of the American Press Institute, compares to the gas lamp industry in Watson’s article.
No matter if you are more confident or uncertain, Watson believes we are all left scratching our heads…
