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From t-shirts to registry-style donation pages, newsrooms are finding quick, creative ways to raise funds and deepen community ties. Explore the insights from a month of rapid-fire experiments: buff.ly/DKoJic8 #IJNeternal

When freelancing, do you tailor your pitch to the needs of different mediums? If not, you should! Cristiana Bedei spoke to five experts on how to get written, audio and visual stories from proposal to publication. Read here: buff.ly/0pR8lnw #IJNeternal

Journalists reporting on religion can experience a firestorm of backlash. In this environment, keeping vulnerable sources safe is vital. Read how here: buff.ly/UlYA3YS #IJNeternal

From chasing clients and checks to navigating loneliness and stress, anxiety can get in the way of a journalist’s work. Beryn Orera dives into how freelancers can manage their mental health: buff.ly/x7e6Uob #IJNeternal

Learning to “take your ego out of the equation,” being generous with your time and being willing to help others are a few ways to become an effective newsroom manager. Here are a few more tips on how to do so, via The Fix Media: buff.ly/lIR1cZU #IJNeternal

Social media users are circumventing platform restrictions by using “algospeak,” an online code language. Here’s how journalists can translate it and why it’s essential for reporting in the digital age: buff.ly/2lYx1od #IJNeternal

Pursuing the stories that matter most to you and setting your own hours may be perks, but freelance journalism does not come without its own set of challenges. Here are six resources to help you overcome them: buff.ly/WH9jb7x #IJNeternal

Are you a journalist attending your first conference? Consider these tips by Elna Schütz to learn how to prepare, focus and connect to cover it like an expert: buff.ly/Th0KVvr #IJNeternal

Much like a well-rehearsed performance, if planned ahead of time, networking can be a smooth and rewarding process, writes Muskan Bansal. Read tips for student journalists on how to network here: buff.ly/Z9SChEh #IJNeternal

Too often, freelance reporters are treated unfairly, with late or partial payments common. Newsrooms should consider these guidelines for fair freelancers’ practices: buff.ly/1S5vXh8 #IJNeternal

Have you ever experienced writer’s block? It can be cured with the right approach. Here are some tips for student journalists and others on how to overcome it: buff.ly/NxGnfl3 #IJNeternal

Journalists are justifiably concerned about the state of the news industry. Amid layoffs, funding shortfalls and declining trust, here are expert tips on building and maintaining a career in journalism: buff.ly/j6Jcr1H #IJNeternal

From social media trolling to doxxing of addresses and phone numbers, journalists can be the targets of malicious virtual attacks. Here are tips on how to handle online harassment: buff.ly/NoOdCca #IJNeternal

Newsrooms and videographers, especially outside the U.S. and UK, can struggle to find relevant footage to accompany their journalism. Here is a free library of footage from countries around the world that can help: buff.ly/7SDjp0s #IJNeternal

Taking a break before revising, reading your work aloud, and changing how your draft looks are a few ways to improve your self-editing skills. Click to learn more: buff.ly/LVmFEuf #IJNeternal

Sticking to key principles, recognizing biases and embracing transparency are a few points journalists should keep in mind when looking to create positive change through their reporting. Click for more tips: buff.ly/TYwukyg #IJNeternal

How can you craft a magnetic feature story? Daniel Seifert suggests thinking like a child and embracing strangeness. Here’s how you can turn back the clock as you prep for your story: buff.ly/hMMMKUi #IJNeternal

Covering a legislative body, whether it’s a parliament, congress, or local board or council, is a major responsibility and challenge for journalists. Here are 10 tips to assist your reporting on this beat: buff.ly/sr8Plho #IJNeternal

Cultivating a following for a journalism project isn’t just about visibility; it makes your journalism sustainable and influential. Our latest from Cristiana Bedei offers advice on how to build and keep an audience: buff.ly/kb28dIM #IJNeternal

If you’re drawn to niche publications that cater to in-depth industry coverage, trade journalism might be a good fit for you. Read here for more on how to determine if B2B reporting is right for you, and how to get into it: buff.ly/kDEdnLC #IJNeternal