On this episode I talk about travelling to and working in Moldova. It's a country living in the shadow of Russia's war in neighbouring Ukraine. Its journalists face challenges that are difficult for many of us working in the UK to imagine, from political interference and disinformation to the restrictions imposed by the very social media platforms they rely on to reach their audiences.

And yet I met some remarkable people producing courageous, important journalism in extraordinary circumstances.

This trip reminded me of the importance of curiosity, conversation and listening. Qualities that should be fundamental to good journalism.

Above all, this is a reflection on the people I met, their commitment to journalism and the importance of looking beyond our own experiences.

I hope you enjoy my postcard from Moldova.

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What does it really mean to be authentic? And how do you build a personal brand that helps you stand out in an increasingly crowded world?

In this episode, I'm joined by personal branding expert and sustainability champion Kelli Nelson, a former radio colleague whose career has taken her from broadcasting to advertising, sustainability and helping professionals find their voice.

The main focus of our conversation is personal branding. It's something I've been talking about increasingly with people I mentor, particularly those looking for work in media. With so much content being produced online, much of it now assisted by AI, how do you make yourself heard? What does authenticity actually mean? And is building your personal brand about posting constantly, gaining followers or something much more important?

Kelli offers some excellent practical advice about finding your voice, sharing your opinions, building trust and understanding the value you bring to an audience.

About The Media Mentor

I offer confidential, practical mentoring and career advice, including CV reviews, job application support, interview preparation and wider career guidance.

You can book via the website.

There are also 6 pages of media jobs to browse and a WhatsApp channel for alerts.

If you enjoy the episode, please follow The Media Mentor Podcast and explore the previous episodes for more advice and insight into building your career in media.

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Do you tell people you are passionate about PR? Journalism? Communications? Media?

It's one of the most overused words in job applications, CVs and interviews. But does telling an employer you're passionate about something actually mean anything?

In this episode I chat to Sarolta Acs, a Budapest-based PR professional, educator and mentor who has worked on international campaigns for brands including Samsung, Starbucks, Pepsi and Schweppes. We share a frustration with the word 'passion' and explore why candidates need to stop making claims about their enthusiasm and instead start demonstrating their skills, knowledge and experience.

Sarolta also explains how her PR CAMP (Career Accelerator Mentor Program) helps aspiring PR professionals bridge the gap between university and the workplace, using an agency-style simulation to develop practical skills and confidence.

About The Media Mentor

I have helped hundreds of people like Katya navigate their careers in journalism, radio, podcasting, broadcasting and communications. This is is done through one-to-one sessions, including CV reviews, application and cover letter advice, interview preparation and wider career mentoring.

You can book via the website.

There are also 6 pages of media jobs to browse and a WhatsApp channel for alerts.

Read and subscribe to my newsletter on Substack and LinkedIn.

More details about The Media Mentor can be found here.

For all the latest job listings head here.

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