NASA | Women@Goddard: Meet Maria Nowak

The speaker shares their journey from a theater degree to a technical career at Goddard, highlighting the importance of creativity in technical fields. They describe their initial experiences, the excitement of working in a dynamic environment, and the challenges faced in their job. The speaker emphasizes the need for flexibility and problem-solving skills, as well as the ethical responsibility to deliver meaningful work to taxpayers.

What was the initial feeling of the speaker when meeting new people and seeing different things?

How did the speaker transition from studying theater to working in a technical field?

What aspects of the work environment at Goddard does the speaker find exciting?

What challenges does the speaker face in their job, and how do they cope with them?

What does the speaker believe is important when it comes to their work and accountability?