In this episode, I sit down with Annah Aschbrenner, Senior Deputy Campaign Editor at The Washington Post, to explore her strategies for managing a team and navigating the unpredictable world of political journalism.

Annah shares her insights on balancing reactive news coverage with planned tasks, the importance of maintaining a calm demeanor, and the critical role of self-care. We delve into her journey of personal and professional growth, from receiving mentorship to embracing feedback. Annah also discusses the challenges of high-stress reporting, integrating personal priorities into work, and leading with authenticity and empathy.

Tune in for a candid conversation on leading exceptionally amidst chaos.

Annah Aschbrenner’s Bio:

Annah is the senior deputy campaign editor at The Washington Post. In her role, she helps lead coverage of the 2024 presidential campaign as well as races for the senate, house, and state level campaigns. She previously was the post-congress editor covering the rise and fall of house speaker Kevin McCarthy and innumerable spending fights on the Hill. She started her career as an intern in her hometown in Muskegon, Michigan before taking a job at the Klamath Falls Herald and News in Oregon. She eventually moved to Iowa where, as a politics editor at the Des Moines Register, she directed coverage of the 2016 Iowa caucuses and the presidential election before becoming the news director. She then went on to be USA Today's elections editor for the 2020 campaign before becoming their White House, Congress, and National Politics editor. She's a proud Michigan State University graduate, go green, and lives in Virginia with her husband, son, and hound dog.

Connect with Annah:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annahbackstrom

Website: https://www.washingtonpost.com

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