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Join us for a transformative workshop designed for journalists and executives, focusing on the symbiotic relationship between media and the promotion of port dynamics and transport logistics along the Northern Corridor. From November 19 to 21, 2012, at the Mombasa Continental Resort and Spa, learn how social media is reshaping journalism and communication strategies. Engage with industry experts, understand the ethical implications of media in today's digital landscape, and explore effective audience engagement techniques. Strengthen your professional brand while navigating the fast-paced world of media.
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Social Media: Implications for Journalists & Executives Media Workshop: Partnering with the Media to Promote Understanding of Port Dynamics and Transport Logistics along the Northern Corridor 19th– 21st November, 2012 Mombasa Continental Resort and Spa ________________ CHURCHILL OTIENOManaging Editor – Digital & Convergence Nation Media Group
NMG Experience • The most important thing in communication is to hear what isn't being said —Peter Drucker • Media Convergence: Journalism Redefined • Social Media: Play or work? • The new executive: Direct line to your publics • Navigating the Madness
NMG in the Digital Space • Mobile Products • NationMobile 6667 • Breaking News • Politics • Jobs • Love • Stock • Sports • Entertainment • LifeStyle • CountyNews • Ngoma 6025 • Service Products • N-soko/Jobs • N-soko/Property • TwendeTwende • Swahilihub.com • syndication.nation www.nation.co.ke Brand Products • nation.co.ke • bdafrica.com • theEastAfrican.com • ntv.co.ke • ntv.co.ug • easyfm.co.ke • monitor.co.ug • citizen.co.tz • africareview.com • Zuqka.com • E-papers • Nation • EastAfrican • Buss. Daily • Taifa
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Private thought pushed into public space at the speed of light
…consider • Where do people run to when a story breaks? • How well represented is your perspective during crisis? • What opportunity for audience/customer engagement? • How effective for building of personal brands?
Whose Message? Publics Language Style Frequency/Speed Engage
3 Qs • How do you use social media as a reporting tool? • How do you use social media as a promotional tool? • How do you balance your personal vs professional images?
…some issues • Statements on social media can be just as defamatory/hateful as they would be if published elsewhere • Lasting memory…….first OR wrong • RTs = Endorsement • Identity fraud • Cultural competence • To whom are you accountable?
Key Takeaways • Speed is of essence • No secrets / Publish into eternity • You will rarely have all the answers • No predicting tomorrow
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