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This will be useful for all anchoring work as well as for your narration for packages.

As you begin this work, don't shy away from the language. After all, language is your nuts and bolts. You must begin to relish it. You will need to become sensitive to the sound of words as well as to their context. You must be able to express the subtle nuances of what the words mean.

As a beginner, it doesn't hurt to imitate the successful anchors or reporters. Many of the most established anchors and reporters did this when they began their professional journeys. So, if you're one of those people who proudly say, “I never watch television,” well, you'd better start.

Television can be an excellent teacher. The professionals ...

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