“Be known for trying.” When Dana Paulita Harmond graduated as a chemical and biomolecular engineer and launched her career in product development and innovation for Georgia Pacific, she was energized by the opportunity to embrace her fullest, analytical self. But at the same time as she’s honed her passion for engineering, and with the same level of passion, she’s spent hours outside of work pursuing an entirely different craft: launching a creative side business as a lifestyle blogger and content creator. Dana’s story and approach to her life and work embody the joy, passion, and reward that comes with engaging in all of her interests wholeheartedly. And her wisdom might shake you to your core.
In this episode, Chloe speaks with Dana about immigrating to the United States taught her about risk and work; how she’s found synergies in seemingly contradictory passions; the ways in which she’s approached making pivotal decisions through college and career; the importance of evaluating your first company’s culture; how she alleviates the tension of imposter syndrome; and so much more. If you’re considering taking on a new creative project, struggling to make peace with your multi-passionate identity, or generally curious about how an engineer and blogger like Dana truly does it ALL, this one's for you.
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Mentioned in today’s episode:
Careers at Georgia Pacific: https://www.gp.com/careers
Nuuly: http://fbuy.me/qP3U8
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Visit Dana’s blog: https://www.danapaulitaharmond.com/
"Balancing a Career + a Passion Project" on Dana's blog: https://www.danapaulitaharmond.com/post/balancing-a-career-a-passion-project
Follow Dana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danapaulita/
Learn more about The Passages Project: https://www.thepassagesproject.com/about
Follow The Passages Project: https://www.instagram.com/thepassagesproject/
Follow Chloe: https://www.instagram.com/chloebelangia/
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*Lightning round quote credited to: Arthur Ashe
