The Career Discovery Podcast

What Is a Career in Journalism Like? In Conversation with a Journalist, Founder & CEO

The Career Discovery Podcast Episode 27

#27 - On the show today we meet Joe! 

Joe works as Journalist, Founder & CEO in the media & communications industry in the UK. If you’re curious about a career in journalism, check it out!

Joe kindly shares with us: 

Area of expertise (03:17)

  • Common misconceptions of the journalist role 
  • An overview of the journalism/media industry 
  • Typical roles within a content media agency 
  • The purpose of the journalist role   
  • What a journalist does on an average day   
  • Most enjoyable parts of the role  
  • Challenging parts of the role  
  • Proudest moments in the role  


Career journey (36:14)

  • How Joe became a journalist, founder & CEO, having set his sights on journalism at age 11  
  • Highs of the career journey   
  • Challenges of the career journey  
  • Importance of role models and mentors   


Advice (01:31:01)


We also talk about:

  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) within the industry 
  • The importance and value of networking    
  • Juggling the pursuit of your passion and paying the bills 
  • The importance of being able to bring your whole self to work to do your best work 
  • Overcoming rejection and the power of persistence


So if you’re curious and wondering what a journalist does or how to become a journalist or if you just want to be inspired ~ listen or watch and enjoy!

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