Episode 10: June Barnard

Life's Ambition

June D Barnard shares her life journey, from a rocky childhood to becoming a successful business owner. She emphasizes the importance of taking risks and being open to opportunities. June's career path includes working as a dental assistant, a customer service representative, and eventually rising to the position of vice president in banking. She then made a career change and started her own business in the decorations and props industry. June's story highlights the significance of communication skills, learning from failures, and pursuing what you enjoy. June D Barnard shares her journey of finding her passion and embracing opportunities, emphasizing the importance of being open and asking questions. She encourages individuals who are unsure of their path to explore different opportunities and take advantage of learning experiences. June highlights the significance of curiosity, openness, risk-taking, and embracing challenges in personal and professional growth. She discusses the impact of social media on fear of asking questions and the need for educators to create an environment that encourages curiosity. June also shares her involvement in the Driscoll Foundation and the Curiosity to Create program, which aims to ignite curiosity and creativity in teachers and students.