Anna
was in Cannes to speak about being innovative. She is an embodiment of
innovation, by being the Editor-in-chief of Vogue Magazine since 1988,
and the Artistic Director of Condé Nast.
Anna started the session by mentioning what notable people in her domain have said about her. She is said to be a doer not a talker, someone who doesn't do anything halfheartedly, and who does everything with integrity and value.
Anna
said that when we are young, we dream about moving upward, but in fact,
the real pleasure comes from moving forward and learning from our own
mistakes. In a nutshell, here's how you can become an Anna Wintour.
Aim higher
Invest more time in your ambition. Work on something that has both immediate interest and a lasting significance.
The
audience is always seeking something beyond normalcy. We live in an age
that prizes authenticity, sincerity rather than extravaganzas. So try
what hasn't been done before even if it may seem risky. (Editor's note: here Anna mentioned our favorite comedienne Amy Schumer as a real life example!)
Make your goals your own learning lessons, and evaluate what you have done. Allow yourself to make mistakes.
Be
as inclusive as possible, and invite everyone to the table. Stay close
to your network, and don't hesitate to go out and meet new people. Do
that to learn more about what’s going on around you.