Changes in the Communications Field

One of the best sayings that I have come across in
relation to all the up and coming "influencers and bloggers", is that just because you have a platform and are able to share does not mean you should. Now, this might sound harsh but I do mean it in the most respectful way possible. Let me explain.. 

One of the biggest downfall to social media and the increase of related news being shared on social media platforms, is the issue of false news or spreading inaccurate information. This can be detrimental to the wellbeing of people if the news is particularly bad or paints said person in a negative light, but it also creates an issue of who can, and who should, be reporting this information in the first place. 

When you decide that you want to work in the field of communications, it should go without saying that you take it upon yourself to be an honest and professional worker. However, some people decide to take it upon themselves to create a blog website and put the latest drama they hear circulating online. This creates extreme turmoil in the world of journalism because if it comes out that the blogger or "influencer" was inaccurate in their sharing, it doesn't allow audiences to trust any sources moving forward. Journalists spend years of their life studying the skill of storytelling and they work to instill trust within their audiences. One quick share on a social media platform from someone who has a "following" and it can jeopardize years of work that communications professionals have worked so hard for. It really is something that people don't think further into, but maybe the next step is to start.

References 

Sulaiman, H. J., Osemobor, B., Network, M. C. D., Aina, F., & Otufodunrin, L. (2022, January 28). Why bloggers are not journalists. Media Career Services. https://mediacareerng.org/2022/01/28/why-bloggers-are-not-journalists/