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In this episode of Unlocking My Potential, we sit down with Payton Barnwell to hear how she carved her own path through the world of engineering, mission control, and startups—all while learning to trust her instincts and lean into bold moves.

Payton shares 

🔹 How she went from being a first-gen college student to working at NASA
🔹 The power of saying “yes” to unexpected opportunities—including internships after graduation
🔹 Her journey from mission control to product management at a startup
🔹 What inspired her to launch Broadside—an AI infrastructure for understanding how government actions reshape the systems Americans live and work in? From new laws to shifting regulations, Broadside connects the dots in plain language so people and organizations can see local impact, uncover opportunity, and act with context. (www.trackthebills.com)
🔹 Honest reflections on career pivots, burnout, and building confidence along the way

This episode is a must-listen for anyone figuring things out as they go, exploring unconventional paths in STEM, or looking for permission to make their next bold move.

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In this episode of Unlocking My Potential, Skylar Hoover joins us to share her incredible journey through STEM, from studying computer science to finding her true passion in technical communication, trust & safety, and project management.

Skylar opens up about

• Changing majors and blending tech with communication
  
  
• Her roles at Lockheed Martin and Discord
  
  
• The realities of burnout and choosing to take a career break
  
  
• Navigating mental health in high-stress roles
  
  
• The power of trusting your intuition and staying true to yourself
  
  

If you’ve ever questioned your path, felt burnt out, or wondered if it’s okay to pivot—this one is for you. 💬✨

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#WomenInSTEM #CareerPivot #TechCommunication #MentalHealthMatters #UnlockingMyPotential

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In this episode of Unlocking My Potential, we sit down with Kara Baldwin to explore her powerful and unconventional journey—from working long shifts as a CNA and pursuing nursing to becoming a mechanical engineer and now stepping into a new chapter as a high school STEM teacher.

Kara shares:

• Why she left nursing to pursue engineering
  
  
• Her experience at Florida Polytechnic University, including student government and robotics
  
  
• The reality of imposter syndrome and being a woman in STEM
  
  
• Working at a biotech startup focused on inclusive medical devices
  
  
• Her passion for teaching and inspiring the next generation of engineers
  
  

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating change, searching for purpose, or just needing a reminder that your path doesn’t have to be linear to be powerful.

#WomenInSTEM #EngineeringJourney #CareerPivot #STEMEducation #UnlockingMyPotential

✨ Let’s connect:

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I’m sharing why I started this podcast and what you can expect—real stories from women with STEM backgrounds, their pivots, challenges, and wins. New episodes drop every other Monday! 

✨ Let’s connect:

Website → https://unlocking-my-potential.com
Instagram → @unlockingmypotentialnt
TikTok → @unlockingmypotentialnt
Buzzsprout (Podcast) → https://unlockingmypotential.buzzsprout.com/
Discord → https://discord.gg/4FB86UUKwB
YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@UnlockingMyPotential
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