"But my real education didn't come from my job title; it came from being in the right rooms. My early years as a TV news publicist were not flashy. I wasn't on-air talent, and I wasn't crafting the headlines. But I was in the room with some of the best journalists and producers in the industry. Just by proximity, I observed excellence."
"I just turned 40 years old, and like many at this milestone, I've been reflecting on the lessons I wish I had understood sooner - specifically when it comes to work. My career has taken me from newsrooms at some of the biggest broadcasters to launching my own business. I've achieved great success along the way, but, of course, it came with some challenges. Starting out in media as a 20-something, I was naive about some aspects of career development. Twenty years later, as I reflect back on the start of my work life, I now wish I could tell my younger self these five simple truths."
"For years, I believed my work would speak for itself. I worked hard, delivered results, and waited to be recognized. Spoiler alert: it doesn't work that way. Your visibility matters (sometimes more) than your performance. Self-promotion doesn't mean arrogance; it means self-advocacy."
Career growth often comes from being in the right rooms rather than holding an impressive title. Early roles provided observational learning from seasoned journalists and producers, revealing how editors and presenters operate under pressure. Visibility and deliberate self-marketing are essential because work alone rarely yields recognition. Intentional networking opens opportunities and accelerates development. Maintaining good health supports sustained performance and resilience across a long career. Entrepreneurial shifts benefit from lessons learned in others' practice. Focusing on environment, advocacy, relationships, and wellbeing creates a stronger foundation for lasting professional achievement.
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