Poynter's Butch Ward recounts his six-month transition from a newspaper job to a health insurance company. His advice to others on the job search: Just ask for help. "While many job seekers might hesitate to call people who help run universities, sports franchises, big companies and other organizations, journalists routinely seek interviews with people in positions of power and influence. It impressed me how many of those people said yes, I’d be happy to talk with you."
January 20, 2015
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