Does work feel like drag? Maybe you’re missing synchronicity

As workplace culture continues to evolve, we need to remember the importance of being in synch as a group — both within our small teams and with the organization: How does your team synch to a boss; how do they know they belong to the group; and does everyone understand and align with the values you’re upholding?

Personal reflectionsKathy LuFebruary 19, 2024work, burnout, workplace culture

Dear newsrooms of 2023: It’s time to use agendas! Here’s why

Newsrooms need to adjust and adapt if they are to thrive — and just being remote hybrid is not enough. Based on the stories I’ve heard, here are three habits organizations need to adopt to maintain morale.

Newsroom cultureKathy LuJune 8, 2023meetings, newsroom, journalism, culture

Don't be quiet about taking on more job responsibilities. Here's how

In my 20-plus years in journalism, I have taken on plenty of extra responsibilities without extra pay or a title change. I have asked for a raise because of it and been denied.

But just because it has happened does not mean it should continue.

Career adviceKathy LuMarch 27, 2023career, advice, leadership, promotion

For Nieman Lab predictions: We need emotionally agile newsroom leaders

All the DEI mission statements and training launched in the past few years will not lead to positive changes unless we also recognize and hold space for the feelings within us.

Leaders and managersKathy LuJanuary 9, 2023journalism, leadership, emotional intelligence

How to make your newsroom edit tests an asset, not a burden

By sharing informational power such as how long the interview process takes and what to expect at each step, you’re revealing the importance of transparency to your organization.

Equity and valueKathy LuAugust 9, 2022journalism, edit test, hiring

5 ideas on making newsroom edit tests less exploitative (read: pay for the time!)

If newsrooms are truly working toward a more inclusive and fair workplace, then that must also apply to how job candidates are treated.

Equity and valueKathy LuFebruary 21, 2022journalism, edit test, interview, jobs