NBC News anchor Vicky Nguyen
Vicky Nguyen was just eight months old when she fled Vietnam as a refugee. Today, she’s an Emmy-winning journalist, anchor and Chief Consumer Investigative Correspondent for NBC News, now seen on the TODAY Show.
Her experiences inspired her new book, "Boat Baby."
In this conversation, we dive into:
Vicky's early life, escaping Vietnam and taking her first steps on the beach at a refugee camp
Lessons of resilience from her parents, who never complained or used the word "trauma"
Growing up between cultures
Early career lessons and investigative reporting highlights, including probing conditions for bus drivers and food safety
Turning down a dream job at a top network and coming to redefine personal success
Knowing your worth and negotiating with confidence, including a great story about pay transparency
Focus on avoiding comparison or jealousy in a brutally competitive industry
Representation in media + the sense of responsibility to pay it forward
Watch the full episode on YouTube, or listen to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon.
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