“KEEP GOING. At times it’s challenging to move forward in life as we all know, but to keep bettering or improving yourself, is the best thing for you. Having a positive attitude and thoughts absolutely makes all the difference. I find myself always focused on my career that sometimes I forget to have a good time, so taking care of yourself and letting loose to enjoy those little moments end up meaning a lot. Do things that truly make you happy, no matter what it is. Also, faith over fear..”
Those words from Allison Kay are well needed during this pandemic and speak to many of our fellow sisters in media.
“I’m SUPER thankful to be on this journey. I always knew that I wanted to pursue my passion and dream in Broadcasting. After high school, I went to a community college and began working towards my broadcasting career. I took part in their local radio station before transferring to SUNY Oswego since they are the major school of Broadcasting in New York. Al Roker (woot woot) graduated from there and donated the TV and Radio station. Plus, you can’t beat the sunsets on Lake Ontario which somehow makes up for the extremely cold winters. After college graduation and pursing and pursing exactly what I wanted, I landed my first radio job! I worked in promotions and then started live overnights at a well-known local radio station. After a few years, I made the transition to my current radio station in which I’ve been able to now expand all my assets. I love writing blogs to go along with my on-air shifts, making fun and creative content, and posting interactive videos to get to know listeners. It’s also a blessing to work with and alongside some of the most helpful, positive, and uplifting people in this industry.”
Allison like many others in the industry knew her overall destiny would lead her to radio. “As soon as I spoke into my microphone at the community college radio class I attended, I felt it. Going back to being a child, I had a toy microphone that I couldn’t stop talking into and enjoyed putting on a show, ha-ha. I eat, sleep, and breathe broadcasting and know that it’s my purpose since I feel incredible in front of the mic or TV. How fortunate are we to turn on our TVs or radio stations and quickly be informed? We live in a world where anything we need to know or want to know is in the palm of our hands. Being an on-air host or announcer allows us to inform the world of what’s going on. As I said before, I’m super grateful that I get to highlight and announce the good in the world and shine positivity and light onto aspects that get presented.”
When concluding our virtual conversation, I asked Allison to leave some positive words during this trying time. “There are so many things that I want to pass onto my fellow broadcasting sisters. I’d have to say the one thing that’s shouting out of me to you right now is, YOU GOT THIS! We can be hard on ourselves and forget to celebrate those little wins so just be thankful for where you are now vs where you came from. Be positive and know that bigger and better things are coming your way. Also, we’re never alone. Thankfully social media allows us to connect with everyone on this planet and we’re all in this together.”
*A special thank you to Women in Radio for making this platform for all of us.*I’m honored to be here, to be a part of such inspirational and successful ladies and I’m excited to continue on this journey and watch all of us grow together.”