I view the world as a deep well of interesting stories, and I’m passionate about empowering other journalists to join me in telling those stories.

I regularly write about journalism and for journalists looking to develop their skills. I also regularly speak to students and at industry events, and conduct training sessions for newsrooms and media organizations.

Meena Thiruvengadam with attendees of a Online News Association training event.

For Newsroom Leaders

Poynter: Layoffs are a reality. Here’s how to be more compassionate.
Poynter: How the Globe and Mail blew its news meetings wide open
Poynter: 8 ways to increase the chances that you’ll get funding for your media startup

For Reporters and Editors

Poynter: How journalists can create better explainers
Poynter: 3 writers share tips on how to turn beats into books
Poynter: How to find financial security in a volatile journalism industry
Poynter: How reporters can become better self editors
Poynter: How journalists can protect themselves & the news if arrested on the job

For Freelancers

Mediabistro: 6 tips for landing journalism fellowships
Mediabistro: 6 Tips for Submitting Freelance Writing Clips

Meena Thiruvengadam speaks about building audiences at a NewsWhip panel in New York.

Meena Thiruvengadam talking with the Nasdaq team about building brands on social media.