Write a 500-word, thoughtful appraisal of your reactions.
Here are prompts for your essay:
Are you surprised by Mike’s emphasis on brevity?
Does being concise now having new meaning for you and your writing? How so?
Why does Mike believe the 5 senses are so important in a news story? Do you agree, or is this incidental information?
Do you consciously pay attention to your own senses when you’re writing a story, a blog, an audio or video?
If not, do you think you being attentive might make some of your stories better?
Write a strong, interesting and compelling lede. This is NOT a book report.
Write a lede and story that gets straight your thoughts, your assessment of Taibbi’s message, and if it has relevance or implications for your work.
Does being concise now having new meaning for you and your writing? How so? Why does Mike believe the 5 senses are so important in a news story? Do you agree, or is this incidental information?
