The game plan: Deciding when to do what during an investigation

• Event: 2012 IRE Conference
• Speakers: TBA
• Date/Time: Friday, June 15 at 9:40 a.m.
• Location: Tremont
• Audio file: No audio file available.

Connecting the dots is the building block to any investigative piece whether print or broadcast. But navigating obstacles requires a blueprint. Discover proven techniques to unearth unique stories. Drill deeper with interview strategies – who to call first, how much information to disclose? Bulletproof your work. We examine the anatomy of great stories and the steps to maximize impact.

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