In the summer, I started a YouTube Channel. I had been thinking about it for a while, wanting to bring to life the content that I was sharing in here and eager to learn about a different digital platform. So when March hit, lockdown struck and we were all confined to our homes for the [...]
In August, I’ve launched a new series that called Publishing Notes. I wanted to explore the industry in all its different aspects to demystify things even further. Publishing Notes isn't just for aspiring publishers, but also for those who are already in the industry and for anyone else who's interested in the industry. The industry [...]
‘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 [...]
