I believe the time spent grappling with a text is crucial for true understanding; shortcuts in knowledge acquisition can be misleading.

Reading is the foundation of my work; if I could only choose one, I'd choose reading over reporting.

As a journalist, I find it crucial to witness events firsthand, as people will often deny what you've seen, and this experience helps prepare you for skepticism about your observations.

It's easier to train hard-working individuals who are passionate about content creation than to hire from traditional media backgrounds, which often come with preconceived notions.

Creating a habit around consuming news is difficult; people often prefer sensational, bite-sized content over in-depth discussions, which complicates engagement with serious topics. Building habits is crucial, and it's easiest to start with something very small that can eventually expand into something bigger.

Use tools like Help a Reporter Out (HARO) to connect with journalists by offering your expertise on relevant topics without pitching your product directly.

Spend at least thirty minutes a week reading industry news and keeping track of relevant publications and reporters.

The rise of Substack has allowed many journalists to transition into blogging successfully, suggesting that established credibility can help overcome the initial fears of starting a blog.

Part of journalism is integrating voices and thoughts that are not your own; it's about talking to people.