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What does it mean?
A radio DJ describes his job and how long he has worked it.
In plain terms
A radio host talks about being heard but not seen.
What can you take from it?
Media personalities work behind the scenes.

Where it applies

  • radio shift
  • morning show
  • career talk

Putting it to work

  • consider media roles
  • reflect on visibility

Questions to consider

  • Who influences you without being seen?
  • How do you define your work?

Another view

It glosses over the personal cost of the job.

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