The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Editor Of Vogue (Edward Enninful OBE): How To Become No.1 In Your Industry Against All The Odds!
May 29, 2023
Edward Enninful OBE, the trailblazing editor-in-chief of British Vogue, shares his inspiring journey from Ghana to the forefront of fashion. He candidly discusses the challenges of being one of the few black figures in the industry and how insecurity fueled his success. Edward opens up about the toll of workaholism on his mental health and the transformative power of his upbringing. He also shares insights from his memoir, 'A Visible Man,' reflecting on identity, diversity, and the ingredients for true happiness and fulfillment in both his personal and professional life.
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Leaving Home and Finding ID
- After revealing to his father he'd dropped out of university, Edward was kicked out of his family home.
- This fueled his drive and led to him becoming fashion director at ID magazine.
Work as a Refuge and Pressure
- Work became Edward's new family and a source of both happiness and imposter syndrome.
- He sought belonging and validation through his work, working tirelessly and driven by fear.
Imposter Syndrome as Fuel
- Edward acknowledges imposter syndrome fueled his drive to constantly improve.
- He believes his insecurities propelled his career forward.
