When Diana Joseph checked all of the boxes to enter dental school, she couldn’t fathom that she would be rejected. Becoming a dentist had been Plan A since Diana could remember, and being waitlisted and afterwards rejected threw an enormous wrench into her plans. Facing uncertainty and doubt in her career path, Diana had to learn how to push through rejection, stay positive, and trust the process as she discovered her new direction. Using her resources, strengths, and connections, Diana decided to transition into Medical Sales which led her to working for Stryker and finding what she loves. Check out this episode to hear how she made these decisions, used Gallup Strengths to determine her values, and adapted her lifestyle to achieve career success.

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Podcast Editor: Sade Proctor