How to Handle Being Patronized

Today’s question comes from Tansy, in the UK:

What advice do you have for dealing with being patronized by men in the workplace?

Condescension is probably one of the most subtle and pervasive forms of sexism female…

Fact-checking Tools for Exhausted Journalists

I am afraid I have some bad news…

The latest Digital News Report by Reuters found only 34% of respondents thought journalists were “trustworthy.”
 
Ouch.

Overcoming ‘Journalist Impostor Complex’

You got it. The dream gig, the once-in-a-lifetime interview, the cover shot. Then it hits you: you’re not ready for it. You have no idea what you are doing! This must all be a terrible mistake. 
 
Say hello to your Impostor Complex. This unpleasant syndrome…

The Art of Asking

These are wild times for women in journalism. On one hand, we arguably have more opportunities than ever before in history and yet, worldwide, female reporters still face countless obstacles to professional development — from wage gaps to online harassment and offline violence.

Stop Procrastinating

Today’s question comes from Flore, in Kenya:

How do you avoid procrastination?

Well, the short answer is I don’t. I’ve known I had to write this for a month now. I also knew I was going to be traveling so I had to finish it on the weekend.

The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide for Journalists

Christmas is almost upon us, so I thought I would write something festive. 
If you have been too busy with deadlines to go shopping, here’s a list of 
last-minute gift ideas for the journalists in your life (or a wish-list you can…