Episode 67 - Navigating Wall Street, Crypto, and the Metaverse with Nicole Valentine

In this episode of "Potential to Powerhouse," we embark on a riveting exploration into the life and career of Nicole Valentine, a force to be reckoned with in the realms of M&A, Wall Street, global financial services, metaverse, crypto, and championing wealth creation for women.

**Episode Highlights:**

• Nicole's journey begins with her formative years, where her parents recognized her gifted nature early on and encouraged and celebrated her, leading her to have confidence and drive from an early age. 
• Navigating through highly competitive academic environments, Nicole's self-driven approach led her to impressive schools and early career opportunities.
• As a legislative intern for Senator Carol Moseley Braun, Nicole learned the intricate intersectionality of politics, economics, and society. 
• Nicole's grit and determination became invaluable assets, propelling her through the challenging yet rewarding career journey post-graduation. 
• Nicole's tenure as an entrepreneur for 12 years provided insights into the exhilarating highs and heart-wrenching lows, shaping her commitment to creating policies that support sustainable business growth.
• Nicole underscores the importance of building the "confidence muscle" and the value of feedback. She approaches feedback gracefully, recognizing it as a transformative gift that can alter one's career trajectory.
• Nicole shares her success secrets—focus, diligence, reinvention, and career pivots. Emphasizing the power of words, she focuses on one each year and practices intuition, staying connected to her roots on her empowering journey.

Join us on this inspiring episode as we unravel the layers of Nicole Valentine's exceptional life, uncovering the keys to turning potential into powerhouse success.