Module Outline Introduction Newsroom Demands Importance of Leadership Leading vs. Managing Inspiring Leaders Effective Leadership Module 1 Summary Test Your Understanding Additional Resources Journal Evaluation   Course Outline

Building Your Influence in the Newsroom
Module 1 - What is a Leader?

Importance of Leadership

To survive in this demanding environment, newsroom mangers must come well-equipped with a wide range of leadership and management skills.

An effective leader can set the tone, obtain necessary resources, get the right people on-board, enable people to do their jobs and hold them accountable. Without strong leadership, the newsroom flounders and journalists aren’t able to carry out their important mission.

To begin looking at leadership, let’s explore the differences between leading and managing.