In this series finale, we gain insights from the remarkable Poorna Bell, a multi-faceted individual - an author, journalist, motivational speaker, and diversity advocate. Poorna's path to success is truly inspiring. She delves into the importance of resilience in a fiercely competitive industry, offering guidance on developing resilience by embracing rejection, cultivating thicker skin, and taking ownership of feedback. Poorna also shines a spotlight on the pressing need for increased diversity within newsrooms, stressing the importance of accurately mirroring real-world events and society's composition.

This powerful episode is a must listen!

More about Poorna Bell

Poorna is an award-winning journalist, charismatic motivational speaker, published author and influencer. She works extensively across several areas including women's journalism, women in business, fitness and strength, body image, wellness, mental health and is an advocate for diversity and inclusion. She was the  former UK Executive Editor and Global Lifestyle Head for HuffPost, and now works as a freelance journalist and editor for titles including The Guardian, Red magazine, Stylist, Grazia, Women's Health and the Daily Telegraph. She has become a popular public speaker and event facilitator. Poorna also received Stylist magazine's Rising Star Award at their inaugural Remarkable Women Awards 2019. She’s a published author (you'll find the links to her books below) and she’s a positive influence on body positivity, mental health and using her social platform for good.

Her published books include: Chase the Rainbow, In Search of Silence, Stronger, In Case of Emergency. 

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