The Deputy Editor

For new deputy editors, and those who are being groomed for editorship The distinction between the editor's and deputy editor's roles; and how to make sure you don't end up with all the bits the editor doesn't want to do! Includes:

- Standing in for the editor
- Leading a team and earning respect
- Managing both other people and yourself
- Time management
- Delegation, motivation and recruitment
- Keeping your authority within the team
- Handling problems
- Decision-making
- Editorial skills: cover-lines, writing, flat-planning
- The limits of your authority

Not for: Those used to substituting for the editor, or those who are confident about their management skills