Media Experts Share Practical Experience with Students at Tuổi Trẻ Newspaper

Students at Nguyễn Tất Thành University gained valuable insights into the journalism and media industry during a series of talk shows hosted in collaboration with Tuổi Trẻ newspaper. The events provided a platform for students to interact with seasoned professionals, gaining practical knowledge and career guidance.

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The difference between 'speaking well' and 'valuable communication' lies in the content. A speaker may be fluent and emotional, but if the core information is missing, the listener will still struggle to remember the message.

One session featured MC and editor Lý Tấn Đạt from VOV Giao thông National Radio, who discussed "When messages blend with emotion." Another expert, Phạm Sông Thu, addressed "Touching" media communication. These discussions allowed students to compare the speakers' career journeys with their own aspirations, helping them understand the profession's specifics and assess their suitability for the field.

Phạm Sông Thu, who has 15 years of experience in journalism and media, advised young professionals to build a solid professional foundation, learn from predecessors, and uphold professional ethics and dedication. He encouraged students to cultivate three key habits: reading books, daily skill development, and learning English to access global knowledge. Thu also highlighted the growing importance of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), in media work. He noted that AI can be a powerful tool for journalism when used correctly, but warned against over-reliance, which could diminish creativity and personal imprint.

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In journalism and media, what matters is not just how you speak, but the value of the information you bring to the public. Practitioners need to understand what the audience is interested in to build suitable content.

Lý Tấn Đạt emphasized the distinction between "speaking well" and "valuable communication," asserting that content, not just delivery, is paramount. He explained that even eloquent and emotional speech may fail to resonate if it lacks core information. "In journalism and media, what matters is not just how you speak, but the value of the information you bring to the public," Đạt stated. He advised media practitioners to understand their audience's interests to create relevant content.

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Young people who want a long-term career in this field need to build a solid professional foundation, learn from those who came before, and always maintain professional ethics and dedication.

The talk shows equipped students with practical skills, particularly in interviewing techniques. Many students, like second-year communications student Võ Ngọc Bảo Thy, reported gaining significant beneficial knowledge and a clearer understanding of the media landscape from the speakers' real-world experiences.

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Maintain a positive mindset, set goals appropriate to your abilities to avoid unnecessary pressure.