How to Follow Your PASSION with Julia Heinonen of Chroma Nostaa Designs

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Julia Heinonen has a somewhat unusual story of becoming an entrepreneur.

After almost a decade in the corporate biotech field and decade of post secondary education, she traded in her career in science for a handcrafted jewelry business. It being an unpopular and sometimes harshly judged choice with some of family and friends, Julia tells the story of how she decided not to allow her education get in the way of her growth and freedom.

Through choosing her own path, she has been able to evolve more authentically into who she is through doing what she loves most: creating unique wearable art, designed to uplift and connect others while spreading joy.

Julia encourages others to see whatever experiences and education they have invested in as something that is never wasted, and also something that should never hold you back.

The path of becoming a more honest expression of who you are is worthwhile, even when full of uncertainty, inevitable failures and criticism from those you love most.

This week I'm chatting with Julia all about switching careers and following your passion. Tune in to be inspired and encouraged by this amazing woman.

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