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ERA FM Announcer Derr Navigates Inexperience with Supportive Colleagues
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ERA FM Announcer Derr Navigates Inexperience with Supportive Colleagues

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Radio announcer Derr acknowledges feeling overshadowed by more experienced colleagues Haziq Hussni and Munabella on ERA FM's afternoon show.
  • He attributes this to his relative newness in broadcasting and a tendency towards shyness, but sees it as a learning opportunity.
  • Derr emphasizes that his colleagues are supportive, helping him navigate the industry and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Radio announcer Derr admits to sometimes feeling overshadowed by his more experienced co-hosts Haziq Hussni and Munabella on ERA FM's afternoon segment, Segmen Petang ERA.

I still have the feeling, 'I'm new, so don't be too forward.' Actually, I know that's not good because we belittle ourselves too much. That is indeed one of my problems. I need to be more prominent, but not in an excessive way. I mean, I need to be forward in a good way.

— DerrDescribing his initial on-air hesitation and self-perception.

Derr acknowledges a sense of inferiority and his own newness to the broadcasting world, which leads him to adopt a more reserved on-air persona. He views this not as a hindrance but as part of his ongoing process to find his rhythm and build confidence.

He shared that Haziq and Munabella have been instrumental in his adjustment, guiding him through the intricacies of broadcasting and helping to establish team synergy. Derr confessed to moments of self-doubt, questioning his contributions and hesitating to share ideas due to his lack of experience compared to his colleagues.

Always. Sometimes I think, 'Can I say this? Is it okay?' Sometimes I'm afraid to even suggest an idea. But they are actually okay. They have never looked down on me or ignored the ideas and content I provided.

— DerrReflecting on his feelings of inferiority when working with more experienced colleagues.

Despite these internal struggles, Derr highlighted that his co-hosts have never belittled him or dismissed his input. He recalled initial difficulties in interjecting into conversations but has since learned the importance of active participation within the team, regardless of age or experience differences.

We have to play a role and be truly with them, even if there are differences in age or experience. We are one team. So, don't let yourself be 'eaten' by others.

— DerrExplaining the importance of teamwork and active participation.

"There is no such thing as me being 'eaten' (overshadowed)," Derr stated, emphasizing the mutual support within the team. He credits Haziq with teaching him the technical aspects of radio sound and Muna with advising him on public relations and industry networking. Derr, who transitioned from a part-time teacher, described the change as a complete transformation.

There is no such thing as me 'being eaten' (overshadowed). We help each other to ensure the team moves forward together.

— DerrAsserting the collaborative nature of the team despite his initial feelings.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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