I cut my teeth on print magazines, online magazines, blogs, and TV news, she says.
What was big in 2022?
In 2019, our top story was aboutmanaging burnout.
In 2020 it was all about, “How are we going to get through this pandemic?
What the hell is happening?”
as the pandemic wore on.
Now were wondering, How do Imanage my time with technology in a healthier, smarter way?
and How do Ideepen my relationshipswith people?
or How do I get joy and excitement out of friendships again?
These are age-old questions, but people have been grappling with them in new ways in 2022.
We used to see a ton of articles on hyper-productivity, but not so much anymore.
Everyones focus has shifted to redefining happiness instead of being productive.
It’s about more of a genuine, almost existential contentment that people are seeking.
You started your career in magazines and TV.
How has that helped you at Pocket?
It’s something that I use literally every single day and in almost every meeting I’m in.
Speaking of meetings, how do you pump yourself up before a big one?
I also have a one-minute clip ofBeyonce fromHomecomingthat Ive saved in my Pocket.
She does this amazing solo dance right after singing an incredible song.
This is a no-brainer."
No one’s going to beat the queen, but that’s how I get my confidence up.
On the flip side, how do you turn your brain off at the end of a busy day?
Im in the middle ofBetter Call Saulright now.
I also love reading physical books.
The best version of me is when I’m reading a few pages of a book every day.
Its another thing that helps quiet my brain in a way that a walk doesnt.
But when I read a book I go into a meditative state.
Is there a go-to person youve turned to for advice throughout your career?
That’s proved really invaluable.
They give me full self advice.
Because they know many facets of me, these folks can help me understand my shifting priorities.
Whats the best piece of career advice youve ever received?
You have to understand what people are interested in.
Whats your advice for someone just getting started in their career?
When I lived in London as a grad student I had this teeny photography hobby on the side.
I remember walking around my neighborhood one day when I saw a sign that read Changed Priorities Ahead.
Its become my mantra.
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
This article was originally published onDec.