I came to NASA after working in educational technology for 18 years. My days are filled with interactions with lots of interesting people via e-mail, telephone and meetings. The most exciting aspect of my work is interacting with all of the various women from NASA who do exceedingly inspiring work and trying to find stimulating ways to encourage our participants.
Teamwork is key to our success.
The fast paced nature of my work appeals to my high energy level. I do spend a great deal of time by myself at the computer, and I really enjoy this time alone. Having time to think things through creates a balance in my work. I also get lots of great ideas for new events when I'm off on bike rides, swimming, or hiking, and my imagination has time to wander. Organizational skills, the ability to be creative, and to put my ideas into action are probably the key parts of my work.