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Caught in the Middle Caught in the Middle

by Sharon L. Peters

It's widely believed that newsroom middle management is the worst job in newspapering today: long hours, intense pressure, little respect from below, little support from above. Are the problems as severe and intractable as they appear?

Author Sharon L. Peters surveyed top editors, rank-and-file newsroom workers and middle managers themselves on the problems and prospects for improvement. Some of what she discovered is surprising, all of it enlightening. Her research shows it is possible to improve the lives and performance of middle managers.

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Please contact Kevin Ward, kevin-ward@northwestern.edu, 847-467-7690.
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July 19 to 30, 2010


MMC on the move

Where our associates are presenting in coming weeks

March 16
The World Association of Newspapers' USA Study Tour will be here for a "Day at Northwestern." The Media Management Center will teach international newspaper executives about innovation approaches.


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July 19-30
Media Executive Leadership Program, James Allen Center, Northwestern University. Details here.

September 27-29
McCormick Scholars Biennial Symposium, James Allen Center, Northwestern University.

September 29-October 1
McCormick Fellows Fall Forum, James Allen Center, Northwestern University.


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