#PGOTD: MEET AMANDA BOOZ — PYNK MAGAZINE

Meet #PYNKGirl of the day - Amanda Booz

1. Three words to describe yourself and why?

Outgoing, professional, & motivated.

I would describe myself as I’m outgoing because of the vibrant and joyful personality that I possess. Every day that I’m afforded another opportunity to rise is a blessing and because of that blessing, I choose to bring happiness in all the spaces that I’m in. Having fun, making other people smile, and laugh is the type of energy I strive to share on a daily. My professional character trait stems from the fact that I take my work very seriously. When it comes to my career as an on-air talent, I grind tirelessly to be a knowledgeable, respectful and confident communicator. Lastly, I describe myself as motivated because if you can sum up my life, my career and everything I’ve accomplished it would all be fueled by motivation. Being driven and self-motivated has gotten me to where I am today and having that will only breed more success for me in the future and I hold onto to that. The desires I have to reach my potential inspires me to always take it to the next level and beyond.

2. What has been the most important part of your business Journey?

Understanding my worth, being patient and learning the politics.

When you understand your worth and what you bring to the table you have to be patient because others who may not get it at first need to understand your worth and how much of an asset you truly are. Patients, because all great things take time. Henry Hartman coined one of my favorite quotes “Success always comes when preparation meets opportunity” and a lot of the time the opportunities that your heart desire and that you rightfully deserve do just that … they take time! Learning the politics of the business was also vital for me because I would always know what I’m up against no matter what the situation was. Being politically savvy in the media industry is key!

3. If you could change anything about how business is done in your industry what would that be?

I would have to say putting the right people in power to make decisions that bring positive change. Also valuing quality over quantity. These days everything is about numbers over the quality of work that someone can produce. Quality work will always last longer! I'm also a strong believer in you get what you pay for.

4. What tips do you have for others who struggle with productivity in the workplace?

Be honest with yourself, work smarter and Never give up. When you're honest with yourself you will have a more realistic outcome. After my shows, I often watch and review my work to see how I can get better and grow stronger every time. No matter what praises I receive I'm always real with myself and learn from the things I need to develop and enhance. Working smarter will allow you to find joy in what is that you’re doing plus it gives you the ability to be accurate and efficient. You will be more in control when you play it smart and it helps to also relieve anxiety and stress. My final tip is to never to give up. There were plenty of times where I didn’t get gigs that I really wanted and often felt discouraged but I realized that meant that job wasn't for me and in knowing that it forced me to work harder which led me to be in bigger spaces with more opportunities.

5. Who’s one woman in your field that you admire.

There are so many women in my field and others that I admire but if I had to choose just one I would say Oprah ‘The G.O.A.T’ Winfrey! She is everything!

6. What’s your superpower.

My super would have to be my poker face because I will never let anyone know when I’m rattled. The main focus is to remind focused and keep my composer especially as an on-air talent when at any given moment anything can happen and in those times you have to keep things cool, calm and collected.