Kara Swisher is one of the most influential and respected journalists in the tech industry. She has been covering the rise and fall of the internet giants since 1994, from the dot-com boom to the social media era. She has interviewed the most powerful and controversial figures in Silicon Valley, including Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, Sheryl Sandberg, and many more. She is the co-founder of Recode, the host of the podcasts Sway and Pivot, and a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times.But how did she get there? In this candid and inspiring memoir, Swisher reveals her journey from a privileged but troubled childhood in New Jersey to a successful career in journalism and media. She shares the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in a male-dominated field, a lesbian in a conservative society, and a mother of four in a demanding profession. She also reflects on the lessons she learned from her mentors, friends, and foes, and the values that guide her work and life.Kara A Journey to Stardom is a fascinating and honest account of one of the most influential voices in tech. It is a story of ambition, resilience, and passion, and a must-read for anyone interested in the future of technology and media..
Kara Swisher is one of the most influential and respected journalists in the tech industry. She has been covering the rise and fall of the internet giants since 1994, from the dot-com boom to the social media era. She has interviewed the most powerful and controversial figures in Silicon Valley, including Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, Sheryl Sandberg, and many more. She is the co-founder of Recode, the host of the podcasts Sway and Pivot, and a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times.But how did she get there? In this candid and inspiring memoir, Swisher reveals her journey from a privileged but troubled childhood in New Jersey to a successful career in journalism and media. She shares the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in a male-dominated field, a lesbian in a conservative society, and a mother of four in a demanding profession. She also reflects on the lessons she learned from her mentors, friends, and foes, and the values that guide her work and life.Kara A Journey to Stardom is a fascinating and honest account of one of the most influential voices in tech. It is a story of ambition, resilience, and passion, and a must-read for anyone interested in the future of technology and media..