From Chaos to Career Clarity

I grew up in a world without much structure. I lost one parent early, had another serving in the military who was often deployed, and was raised by a grandparent who didn’t exactly sign up for the job. Add in a new school every three years, and my childhood was shaped by constant change.

That instability became my foundation. I adapted quickly, leaned into the unknown, and found comfort in motion. But even then, I craved order. I recently remembered the ridiculousness of being eight years old at a playground, bringing a hand broom to sweep sand off the top of the slide because I hated the feeling of dragging grit down with me but more importantly I saw the kids bottlenecking at the top because it was that bad. Creating structure wasn’t just a preference, it was a survival skill. Whenever I could bring clarity to a messy situation, I did.

That instinct carried into my career. I do my best work when I’m handed something unclear. Whether it’s an undefined plan, a scattered team, or a mountain of competing priorities, I find energy in translating confusion into momentum. I love breaking problems apart and building a path forward that makes sense to everyone involved.

I’m happiest working on projects that are ambitious, creative, and just uncertain enough to stretch everyone’s thinking. I’m motivated by the challenge of figuring it out alongside a team of smart, curious people who are all in. These moments build trust, create momentum, and often lead to the kind of work people are proud to put their names on.

Of course, not everyone thrives in the same way. Over time, I’ve learned to be intentional about the people I work with. I’m drawn to collaborators who ask how they can help, who take ownership, and who know that good work takes effort. I steer clear of the folks who overpromise and underdeliver, who treat producers like personal assistants, or who believe a five-minute call counts as a full briefing. I’ve learned that the company you keep affects not just the work, but the experience of making it.

Looking back, I can see how my early life prepared me for this exact path. I know how to find stability in chaos. I know how to organize, motivate, and move things forward. What I bring to every project is a clear sense of purpose, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to build something meaningful in the mess.