In the first line of this interview, Deanna Utroske voices what's likely an unspoken truth for many of us: We aspire "to be the sort of woman [we] like to know." For Deanna, that means a wise, socially astute and accomplished professional who encourages and animates the people around her.
She's well on her way.
As a social media and editorial consultant, Deanna engages with a variety of writers, readers and media consumers, making her days a mix of print, digital, social and in-person commitments. Then, Deanna uses her volunteer work with organizations like New York Women in Communications and other groups to collaborate with professional women in a variety of industries and at all levels. The result is a powerhouse combination of advocacy and experience, which means lots of well-heeled advice below.