Recent content by Sawker

I just left journalism for a teaching job in Florida and I'd have to say the Florida certification process is the easiest of all I researched. Requirements are a degree w/ a 2.5 GPA and either a major in the teaching field or a passing score on the Florida teacher subject exam in the teaching...

I've got nothing bad to say about Jim O'Connell, The Gazette or Colorado Springs. I'd jump on this in a heartbeat if only they didn't already know me well enough to not make the mistake of hiring me.

May the best man be selected. And when he turns it down I hope they offer it to me. :)

On their website right now... Is one income enough in Vail Valley? http://vaildaily.com/article/20080623/NEWS/958197231 The answer: not if you work for the newspaper.

I'll pass.

During my first year in the military I faced NJP (nonjudicial punishment) three times. The third time I finally snapped, telling the Commanding Officer that I was sick and tired of all the bull**** associated with wearing the uniform, and that I wanted out. He said he understood why I was...

First, a couple comments about your post - 1) What gets tiring to me is all the negativity surrounding this profession. If you don't like it, move on. There are other options. Lots of them, in fact. 2) When did I ask for a pat on the back? I didn't. I simply stated that I've experienced much...

I'm not offended in the least. Hell, I won't even remember this blog come tomorrow. My commentary was only added after I realized that pretty much everyone else had a different reaction than I. At the end of the day, we are the sum of our individual experiences. Having served in the military, I...

No time and no money. Plus, I have to keep a close eye on my trash can.

He's a whiny little ****. Not because he felt this way, but because he thought his tantrum was worthy of publication. I bet he was a cancer in the newsroom and won't be missed. It's a big world, with lots of options. Perhaps he'll find his calling. Contrary to what many have suggested in this...

Best of luck, Dave.

Sell is a good guy and fully deserves to be sailing on a bigger ship, if that is, in fact, what he wanted to do. Is Jim O'Connell still around? If so, he gets my vote for the top job. Of course, my vote means ****.

Republican coaches should keep their political leanings to themselves. Look at what happened to Mike Price when everyone found out how much he liked Bush.

I knew I'd get quick response for that post. :) With all due respect, if I limited my career to employers willing to pay for my interview, I would be stuck in the ****tiest job I ever had. I would definitely have an informal telephone interview before booking a flight. If they know you are...

They already have a figure in mind and they aren't going to go much above or below it for a rookie reporter. Try to reassure them that if you feel the job is a good fit, money shouldn't be an issue. And it really shouldn't. Your first job or three in this business should be all about lining...