Anna Jobling on Finding Time for Herself

As an actress, model, and television host, Anna Jobling’s schedule is not for the weak. Booked and busy, she moves from engagement to engagement in Malaysia and around the world–all with a smile on her face. “The long hours can be a challenge,” she says affably. Sitting down with Harper’s BAZAAR Malaysia at a café in Kuala Lumpur, Jobling describes her decade-long career in the industry, often encountering shoots that have lasted until three in the morning, endless fittings, and late-night flights.

It is the reason she cherishes time to herself. She explains, tapping on the Franck Muller Curvex CX Silhouette–available at Franck Muller by Cortina Watch, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur–wrapped around her wrist for emphasis: “I need to manage my time wisely because the worst thing is to get burnt out. Without enough rest, it becomes hard to stay passionate about the work and sustain the creative mindset trying to produce the best results.”

Longevity in any field is cultivated with a dedication to one’s craft; it can be a long journey that requires patience, perspective, and a balanced pace. That is why Jobling, who practises this philosophy, has been chosen to be part of our Make Every Second Count campaign, in partnership with Franck Muller by Cortina Watch.

Franck Muller continues to be one of the world’s most respected and sought-after watchmakers because of its unwavering commitment to craftsmanship. Case in point: the expertise required to set each of the brilliant-cut diamonds on the asymmetrical case of the Franck Muller Curvex CX Silhouette can only be achieved after years of apprenticeship and education.

“It may be surprising to some but I am very introverted. I spend so much of my day talking and interacting with people, so I need to recharge. On the rare days off, I like being on my own at home, sitting down with a book, or learning a new recipe. But I always make sure that I have time to myself throughout the work day, even if it’s just 15 minutes or a few hours,” Jobling says.

The downtime also allows her the clarity of mind both personally and professionally, fostering in her a sense of gratitude as she reflects on her journey. “At the end of the day, I feel blessed because I love the work that I do,” she says firmly, determined to find success on her terms.

The Franck Muller watches featured are available at Franck Muller by Cortina Watch, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and online at www.cortinawatch.com.

CREATIVE DIRECTOR – SPECIAL PROJECT & DIGITAL NISA’ HALID, STYLING ZUE WEI, VIDEO & PHOTOGRAPHY JOE NG, ZACH & WONG MAKE-UP ARTIST EZAD IBRAHIM HAIR MEI CHOI ASSISTED BY TYRAA BAHARI LOCATION HYATT CENTRIC CITY CENTRE KUALA LUMPUR