Deadlines are not just a fact of life in newsrooms, they are the heartbeat that keeps us moving forward, often quite urgently. Here are some ways to ensure your work is high quality and accurate. ??Prioritize your work. Is your story due in three hours or three days? Ask your manager or editor questions about where to allocate your time if necessary. ??Work ahead. Use your downtime wisely to prepare for future deadlines. Don't wait until the last minute to send an important email (especially if you need a response for the story) or find the essential image. ?? Communicate, communicate, communicate. If your team knows you are struggling to meet a deadline, they can help craft an alternative plan without sacrificing quality.

In addition, using tools that help organize your priorities can be effective in pointers mentioned. You can set a simple to-do list or use some AI tools to your advantage. You can also check with your superiors (editors etc.) on what to prioritize.

When juggling multiple deadlines, I focus on organisation and prioritisation. Before I begin writing, I create a detailed checklist that breaks down each article by word count, content, publication, and deadline, then work through them in an order that maximises efficiency. I prioritise those with the shortest word counts or topics I’ve already researched thoroughly, ensuring each piece gets the time it needs before working through the rest by their due dates. For accuracy, I rely on reputable sources and cross-check information across multiple trusted publications.

Once I was heading home after a taxing day when Newsroom called and asked me to go live asap as there was a terror attack in Shiraz! In a swirl of uncertainty, I quickly dove into the chaos of conflicting news reports on the attackers, casualties and more. So, here's what I did: First, I turned to the editor for any insights they had. Next, I reached out to my trusted sources in Shiraz to secure a reliable piece of info. And finally I went live, sharing what I knew for sure and acknowledging the gaps in my knowledge, like 'We're still working to confirm the exact death toll' or 'No group has claimed responsibility yet.’ Sometimes, what you don't know is just as crucial as what you do know! It's all part of the whirlwind ride of journalism.

By balancing some strategies, you can consistently produce accurate and high-quality journalism, even under tight deadlines by: Prioritize Tasks, Fact-Check as You Go, Use Trusted Sources, Always Keep Notice organized, Ask for Feedback When Possible.