What was your first job as a journalist?
My first job as a journalist was in my senior year of high school. I wrote 25+ published articles for The News Herald.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
Yes, and I own a beautiful typewriter!
How is social media changing news?
Social media is changing news rapidly right before our eyes.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
I don't have a favorite.
What does it mean to be a journalist?
In the wise words of Ernest Hemingway, "There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed."
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
The funniest news-related I've seen is .
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
No preference.
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
Tools and software vary based on the needs of clients.
What's your favorite social network?
My favorite social network is Instagram followed by LinkedIn.
Who do you wish followed you?
I wish young, impressionable individuals would follow me so that I could inspire and motivate them to believe in and pursue their dreams.
Why did you become a journalist?
I became a journalist because I believe working with words is my heart's calling. I have been passionate about words since I was 5 years old.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
Yes, I was both a writer and editor for my high school newspaper as well as for the yearbook.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
The best advice that I can offer to aspiring journalists is this: Dive right in. Don't hesitate or fear rejection. Welcome criticism.
When's the best time to pitch you?
I welcome pitches at all hours. Whenever works best for you is fine with me. I am happy to be flexible.
What's the best pitch you ever got?
The one I haven't received yet.
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
The worst pitch I ever got was the one I didn't get! I welcome all pitches, regardless. Every pitch offers a learning experience.
What's your favorite drink?
My favorite drink is water followed by coffee.
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
When I am not at a computer, I am most likely outside enjoying nature with my sweet pup, Frida.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
My go-to publications that I read daily include Forbes and Adweek, as well as theSkimm to stay globally informed with a dash of sass.
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
The most common misperception is usually that I live somewhere else because I write about everywhere I've been.
