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January 3, 2025 45 mins

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In this episode of the Hustle Nation podcast, Grace Stanke, Miss America 2023, shares her inspiring journey from a small town in Wisconsin to becoming a nuclear engineer and a public speaker. She discusses the importance of overcoming challenges, the influence of her family, and the lessons learned through her experiences in the Miss America competition. Grace emphasizes the significance of trying new things, building confidence, and staying true to one's values. In this conversation, Grace Stanke discusses her unique journey as a nuclear fuels engineer and clean energy advocate, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself and embracing diverse career paths. She elaborates on the current state and future of nuclear energy, highlighting its safety, reliability, and growing acceptance in the tech industry. Grace also shares insights on energy innovations, the challenges facing the energy sector, and the significance of pursuing happiness and personal growth in one's career.

Takeaways

  • Grace enjoys doing hard things.
  • Try something every single day that scares you.
  • She wanted to walk away with no regrets.
  • Gaslight yourself to build confidence.
  • Stay true to you and your values.
  • She ended up pursuing nuclear engineering simply out of spite.
  • You can feel scared, but still deliver confidently. Staying true to oneself is crucial for success.
  • Public perception of nuclear energy is improving.

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