By now, you’ve likely learned that the most impactful experiences we face in our personal and professional lives are not always in line with our expectations. Often, we’re confronted with unique challenges that stand to take us entirely off of our expected paths. Our guest, Donald James, offers a unique perspective on this phenomenon.

As a 35-year career veteran of NASA, it’s surprising to learn that Donlad had no intention of becoming a member of this prestigious organization. Yet, upon being accepted into an internship program with NASA, he gracefully embraced the unexpected but overwhelmingly rewarding challenge of pursuing a lifelong career with the world’s leading space flight program.

What You Will Learn in This Episode

• How to change your approach based on what challenges you encounter.
• The value that “manners” can offer in personal and professional interactions.
• The benefits of committing to an unknown path, even if it involves challenging yourself.
• How to expand your experience beyond what you are currently aware of.
• What it means to live a life with infinite possibilities.