Discern what type of show you plan to host. Do you see yourself interviewing guests on a news show? Are your interests more along the lines of pop culture and conversing with media influencers? Are you passionate about hosting a health and wellness show? Chose an area that aligns with your own background, perspectives and interests. Before committing to this career, ask yourself if you are comfortable approaching people for interviews and breaking the ice with complete strangers. Identifying credible sources and persuading them to be interviewed on camera is one of the biggest challenges of reporting, according a 2020 online article in U.S. News & World Report.
