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Unlocking My Potential

Unlocking My Potential

By: Natalie Thompson
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Unlocking My Potential is a podcast sharing real stories from women in tech and beyond. Hosted by Natalie Thompson, each episode sparks inspiration, confidence, and bold career moves. Your journey starts here—let’s grow together.

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Episodes
  • Beyond the Code: Alison Hart on Finding Growth in Unexpected Places
    Sep 30 2025

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    This week on Unlocking My Potential, I’m joined by Alison Hart, whose journey through STEM is a powerful story of growth, resilience, and embracing change.

    From her first spark of inspiration in a network closet at age five to her transition from IT and network engineering into software development, Alison shares what it really takes to thrive in tech: overcoming rejection, developing soft skills, handling imposter syndrome, and staying open to new opportunities—even when it means pivoting your career.

    If you’ve ever questioned your path, struggled with perfectionism, or wondered whether it’s okay to keep changing directions, this episode is for you. Alison’s story reminds us that the most meaningful growth happens when we step into the unknown.

    #UnlockingMyPotential #WomenInSTEM #STEMCareers #CareerGrowth #TechJourney #STEMStories #STEMInspiration #WomenWhoCode #ImposterSyndrome #STEMLeadership #STEMCommunity #CareerPivot

    ✨ Let’s connect:

    Website → https://unlocking-my-potential.com
    Instagram → @unlockingmypotentialnt
    TikTok → @unlockingmypotentialnt
    Discord → https://discord.gg/4FB86UUKwB

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Redefining Passion: How Ashton Pivoted from Art to STEM Without Losing Her Creativity
    Sep 16 2025

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    In this episode of Unlocking My Potential, Ashton shares her inspiring journey from pursuing an art degree to finding her calling in STEM.

    She opens up about:

    • The pivotal moment she realized art was her passion, but not her career
    • Transitioning from community college to Florida Polytechnic University
    • How project management and networking shaped her career path
    • Facing imposter syndrome after graduation and learning to persevere
    • Finding balance between creativity, career, and personal growth


    Ashton’s story is a reminder that career pivots can lead to unexpected opportunities and that you don’t have to give up your passions to thrive in STEM.

    ✨ Let’s connect:

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/UnlockingMyPotential


    #UnlockingMyPotential #WomenInSTEM #CareerPivots #STEMJourney #ImposterSyndrome #PersonalGrowth #CreativityAndSTEM

    ✨ Let’s connect:

    Website → https://unlocking-my-potential.com
    Instagram → @unlockingmypotentialnt
    TikTok → @unlockingmypotentialnt
    Discord → https://discord.gg/4FB86UUKwB

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Full Circle in Supply Chain: Sydney Weber’s Story of Growth and Return
    Sep 2 2025

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    From high school dual enrollment to navigating internships, rotational programs, and a career comeback, Sydney Weber’s journey in supply chain has truly come full circle. In this episode of Unlocking My Potential, Sydney shares how she discovered her passion for logistics, the lessons learned from her time at Honeywell, and why stepping away—and returning—was one of the most defining moves of her career.

    We dive into her behind-the-scenes experiences in scheduling, order fulfillment, and production planning; her approach to mentoring the next generation; and the practical strategies she uses to set boundaries and avoid burnout. Sydney also opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome in STEM and building a career in a male-dominated field.

    Whether you’re a student exploring STEM, a professional in the early stages of your career, or someone ready for your next big pivot, Sydney’s story is packed with actionable advice, encouragement, and real-world insight.

    ✨ Let’s connect:

    Website → https://unlocking-my-potential.com
    Instagram → @unlockingmypotentialnt
    TikTok → @unlockingmypotentialnt
    Discord → https://discord.gg/4FB86UUKwB

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    59 mins
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