‘Publishing is extremely competitive.’ ‘Getting into the industry is tough and can take some time.’ ‘Don’t give up, the right job is just around the corner.’ We hear these phrases all the time. And they are true. Publishers receive hundreds of applications, especially for entry-level roles. Even with HR teams helping and support hiring managers [...]
After sharing my tips on How to Move into a New Industry, I want to share some publishing specific resources with anyone who is looking to get into our industry. It’s notoriously difficult to land your first job, but it isn’t impossible. I, myself, managed to get in without any previous contacts or outside help, [...]
I am so excited to welcome Lena to the ' How I Got Into Publishing ' series! Lena was shortlisted as a London Book Fair Trailblazer in 2018 and that is when we first met. Her international experience is what made her story so memorable for me. As an immigrant, being able to see a [...]
Since it's Work in Publishing week, I really wanted to continue sharing the publishing stories that have been inspiring me. When I started this series, all I wanted to do was create a space where as many and as varied stories about different people getting in the industry could be shared. Because I felt like [...]
It is an absolute honour to share a little bit of Farhana's journey with all of you today at the start of Work in Publishing week. I had the pleasure of working alongside this inspirational woman in my previous position and I have learnt so much from her grit and work ethic. Farhana's story isn't [...]
