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Closing on a personal note, Amanda shares her career mantra, “Find a way or make one,” and encourages listeners to embrace challenges, follow their passion, and grow their network. She also extends an invitation to experience New Orleans firsthand—gumbo, char-grilled oysters, and all—while discovering how ports like New Orleans can open doors to new opportunities for shippers of all sizes.
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