How I Built This with Guy Raz How I Built Resilience: Lindsay Peoples Wagner of The Cut
Apr 15, 2021
Lindsay Peoples Wagner, Editor-in-chief of The Cut and co-founder of the Black in Fashion Council, shares her inspiring journey from an intern at Teen Vogue to leading significant industry changes. She discusses the mission behind the Black in Fashion Council to promote inclusivity and accountability in fashion. Lindsay offers insights on navigating leadership during crises and the importance of empathy and communication. Additionally, she provides valuable advice for aspiring journalists, emphasizing the need for authenticity and self-worth over external validation.
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Family and Fashion
- Peoples Wagner drew strength from her family's sacrifices, motivating her to persevere in the challenging industry.
- Her grandmothers, despite modest jobs, instilled a love for fashion, inspiring her resilience.
Empathetic Leadership
- Lead with empathy, especially during challenging times, recognizing individual circumstances and headspaces.
- Prioritize one-on-one conversations to understand your team's needs and avoid bulldozing your opinions.
Combating Burnout
- Combat burnout by completely disconnecting from technology and social media, allowing your mind to rest.
- Engage in activities that use different parts of your brain, like cooking, for true relaxation.
