Lara Spencer
Lara Spencer

I was a diver. Looking back, I realize that putting yourself out there, literally, on the edge of the platform is very similar to doing live TV. It's taking the plunge and knowing, with lots of practice, it'll work out fine.

Lara Spencer
Lara Spencer

My first taste of the business was the glamorous job of pulling camera cables so they wouldn't get tangled while the football games were filmed.

Lara Spencer
Lara Spencer

Going from reporter to anchor is like going from wide receiver to quarterback. As anchor, you're running the plays and having the feel of the show - and knowing when to be more upbeat or slow down.

Lara Spencer
Lara Spencer

The way I see it, the perfect weekend getaway combines three things: seeing new places, eating delicious local food, and combing the local flea market for unique, one-of-a-kind finds.

Lara Spencer
Lara Spencer

Finding a new couch is a daunting process. New couches are not as soft or deep as you want. I prefer a long, single bench because then it becomes a day bed. These are things that you can buy at a flea market and make exactly what you want.

Lara Spencer
Lara Spencer

I eat what I want, in moderation. I gravitate toward fresh veggies and clean foods, thankfully, but I am also a sucker for a cupcake every once in a while.

Lara Spencer
Lara Spencer

I make sure to eat lots of kale, broccoli, blueberries, strawberries, and spinach.

Lara Spencer
Lara Spencer

Art can retain its value and even make you some money. If you have your iPhone on you - and you probably do - look for the artist's signature, and use that to look up the artist and get a sense of the piece's value before you buy it.

Lara Spencer
Lara Spencer

I'm so fortunate in my career to be able to share with viewers my travels and experiences with some amazing and talented people and to bring that inspiration to television, books, and the digital world.