In this enlightening conversation, Olivia Scott interviews Nishiki Barnes, a trailblazer in a non-traditional career as a distribution designer at Entergy. Nishiki shares her journey from being a line worker to a leadership role, emphasizing the importance of self-belief, mentorship, and breaking societal norms. The mother of five shares candidly challenges faced in a male-dominated field, the motivation she draws from her children, and how personal loss transformed her into a stronger individual. Nishiki also highlights the significance of wellness practices and the need for women to support one another in their professional journeys.