What A Consultant And Publisher At Valorena Publishing Wishes They Had Known Before Entering The Publishing Industry
Valerie, a Consultant & Publisher at Valorena Publishing, learned that significant wealth isn't guaranteed in the industry, comparing it to "wanting to be a pro athlete," where passion and finding joy in the work are key to success. The journey, however, has been enjoyable despite the odds.
Industry Realities, Career Development, Overcoming Challenges, Motivation, Achieving Goals
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Valerie Williams-Sanchez
Consultant & Publisher
Valorena Publishing
University of California, Berkeley
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism - MS, St. John's University - PhD
Communications
Education
Creative
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. The publishing industry may not lead to immediate wealth, but passion and enjoyment of the work are key to success.
2. Success in publishing, like in professional sports, is challenging and requires dedication.
3. Financial success in publishing is not guaranteed, but finding joy in the work can make the challenges worthwhile.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone would have told you before you entered the industry?
Sure. I've enjoyed the ride. I think I figured out fairly early on that I wasn't going to necessarily get gangbusters rich, though it's possible.
It's kind of like wanting to be a pro athlete. The odds are stacked against you, but if you're passionate about what you do, you find joy in doing it. Then hopefully, all the rest falls into place.