I used to think my authority in STEAM only came from my lab coat. I was wrong. True authority in STEAM doesn’t just come from data; it comes from the ability to translate innovation into a story that sparks the soul. I operated under the traditional scientific method: Observe, Hypothesize, Experiment, Conclude. But seeing the “Missing Millions” and the call to increase representation, I realized that sharing personal stories can inspire and connect us, making you feel valued