Once a week, we gather stories about the media business, journalism, writing, publishing, and freelancing—with a Canadian focus—and share them in Off the Wire. Who needs a water cooler?
The Reluctant Editor’s social media code of conduct : If you’re a writer, journalist, critic, or editor (or if you aspire to be any one of these things), Twitter is a great tool. Maybe the great tool. At least in terms of social networking. More than Facebook or even LinkedIn, Twitter allows professionals from all fields to engage with one another—to “connect,” as PR professionals like to say. These days, news often breaks on Twitter. And following the right sources is a good way to stay on top, and sometimes even ahead, of what people are talking about…
The 5-Minute Freelancer Q&A #2 – Andrew Clark: In this regular feature, Story Board asks Canadian writers to share a few details about their work habits and their strategies for navigating the ups and downs of freelance life…
