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EP 7. Career Pivoting Lessons from Astronaut Kayla Barron: What You Both Have in Common

Evie Prete Season 1 Episode 7

In this inspiring episode, Evie shares the unexpected lessons she learned from meeting Astronaut Kayla Barron at a NASA Artemis event. Even someone as accomplished as an astronaut experiences doubt — and Kayla’s story reveals how your background, skills, and ambitions may be more transferable than you think.

Evie walks through Kayla’s unique journey from submarines to space exploration and shows how her pivot mirrors what so many women experience when navigating career changes. Whether you’re switching industries, leveling up, or facing imposter syndrome, this episode is your reminder to believe in the desires placed on your heart.

Episode Timestamps

00:09 — Meeting NASA Astronaut Kayla Barron in person
01:59 — Kayla’s engineering + Navy background 
03:12 — Realizing astronauts experience doubt, too
04:22 — The mentor who changed everything with one sentence
06:34 — Why you must surround yourself with supporters
07:51 — Transferable skills: from submarines to spaceflight
09:18 — You and Kayla Barron have more in common than you think
09:35 — Key lessons for career pivoters

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Keywords: career pivot tips, women in STEM, imposter syndrome, astronaut story, mentorship and career growth

Until next time amigas ✨

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