Episode 135
Striking Balance: Media, Motherhood, and Entrepreneurship with Ronica Cleary
Ronica Cleary, a former White House correspondent and an award-winning publicist. Ronica shares her fairy tale story of how she got into television, how she covered some of the most memorable moments in politics, and how she left TV to start her own PR agency, Cleary Strategies. Ronica reveals how she overcame the identity crisis that came with leaving TV, how she found her niche in helping people and brands navigate the media, and how she applies the concept of being perfectly adequate to her work and life. Ronica also gives us some insights into the media landscape, the challenges and opportunities of being an entrepreneur, and the importance of gratitude and optimism.
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 - Introduction to TV Journalism: A Beginning
- 00:02:58 - Dream Realized: The White House Correspondence
- 00:03:20 - The Enchanting Journey in Television
- 00:07:45 - Exploring the Highs and Lows of Journalism
- 00:10:23 - Memorable Moments from the White House
- 00:14:19 - Mastering the Art of Questioning
- 00:16:03 - Perfectionism in the News World: Boon or Bane?
- 00:16:30 - Reflections on a Storied White House Experience
- 00:22:36 - Pivoting from Journalism to Public Relations
- 00:24:21 - Addressing Identity Shifts Post-TV Career
- 00:26:43 - Launching a PR Agency: A New Venture
- 00:30:07 - Identifying and Engaging Ideal Clients
- 00:37:45 - Growth Through Reading and Networking
- 00:44:30 - Strategies for Work-Life Balance
- 00:46:05 - Embracing Eternal Optimism: A Personal Secret
Links And Resources:
Recommended Books:
- The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
- One Bold Move a Day by Shanna A. Hocking
- A to Z of Detoxing by Sophia Gushee
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