To an extent, sure. By default I will likely take a professional over amateur. That said, have you read an article where you are the expert on the subject and f

To an extent, sure. By default I will likely take a professional over amateur. That said, have you read an article where you are the expert on the subject and found yourself questioning whether the author understands the subject? I remember reading one like that and it was something of an eye-opener. In that case, they got some basic stuff wrong ( and if they spoke with anyone in the industry, they either misunderstood or misrepresented what they said ). I have certain faith in printed word, but I will admit I trust it less and less.