S5, Ep6 – In conversation with Bridget March
8 October 2024
Joining Dr Reena in our latest episode is Bridget March, the award-winning multi-platform Beauty Director for Harper’s Bazaar UK, overseeing all beauty content, including wellbeing.
From news and interviews to tutorials and treatment reviews, Bridget is one of the most prominent figures in the beauty industry providing the latest expert advice and ensuring that we all stay one step ahead of the latest trends and launches.
Listen to the full conversation now to gain behind-the-scenes access to her best industry tips and career turning points in an exclusive chat you’ll definitely want to be a part of.
Conversation Show Notes – The Recap
The show opens with a mini recap of Bridget’s bio to date – highlighting how she has built a highly acclaimed, award-winning career as a journalist and beauty director. Her impressive list of accolades includes Online Beauty/Grooming Journalist of the Year at the Fashion & Beauty Monitor Journalism Awards 2015, Best Online Beauty Journalist at the Johnson & Johnson Beauty Journalism Awards, among others.
Bridget discusses how she built her industry network through interning, which allowed her to get her foot in the door. Her strategic focus on the digital side was deliberate, recognising the potential of emerging digital platforms just as glossy magazines were evolving. She was there from the start and steadily worked her way up.
The constant evolution of social media fascinates Bridget, who explains how the volume of digital content being produced is immense. A personal favourite aspect of her work is growing different content areas, watching them flourish and seeing initial ideas come to life and take flight.
On career advice, Bridget emphasises the importance of avoiding comparison culture, affirming that there is space for everyone. She also advises that when entering an industry, it’s smart to focus on less saturated areas — look at what you can uniquely offer.
Bridget highlights the problem of content pollution in the digital space and stresses that creating content with usefulness and purpose is vital.
Regarding her biggest achievements, while winning awards is always special for the validation and recognition it brings, Bridget’s greatest privilege lies in the work she does daily and the incredible people she meets. Her content often gives a voice to other experts — whether a dermatologist, surgeon, or cosmetic dentist — sharing their advice with readers who might not have access to them directly.
Balancing it all as a mum, Bridget confirms the juggle is real. At the time of recording, Bridget held a key role as Beauty Director at Harper’s Bazaar, typically splitting her week between half in the office and half working from home, coordinating her London days with her husband. They are very hands-on parents, which takes a lot of planning and organisation with commuting, but they have their routine down to a T.
A typical day for Bridget is dynamic – filled with meetings with experts, press events, and interviews with celebrities, either in person or remotely. The rest of her time is spent writing, editing, reviewing video edits, and commissioning freelancers.
So, what’s in Bridget’s mini survival kit to stay on point all day? A toothpick is vital, along with about a million lip balms, and an SPF for lunchtime top-ups.
Episode Key Takeaways – The Best ideas
Believe in yourself, even if you’re not naturally confident.
There is space for everyone; avoid the comparison culture.
Be strategic about entering your chosen industry — consider focusing on less oversubscribed areas.
Focus on your work and what you can offer.
Avoid content pollution by contributing meaningful, purposeful content to the conversation.
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