#STEMinist #TravelSmart

Hi, I’m Jessie — an engineer, MBA grad, world wanderer, and unapologetic hobby hunter. If you’ve stumbled onto this corner of the internet, welcome! Whether you’re here for smart travel hacks, lifestyle upgrades, or a nudge to try something new, you’re in the right place.

👩‍💻 From Circuits to Skylines

My journey started in the world of engineering, where I learned to break down problems, build solutions, and optimize everything from systems to schedules. But life, it turns out, isn’t all logic and linear paths. Somewhere between late-night design reviews and early-morning flights, I discovered that my curiosity extended well beyond code.

✈️ When Curiosity Became a Carry-On

Travel has always been more than a vacation for me — it’s a form of problem-solving, a lesson in adaptability, and a crash course in culture, perspective, and creativity. Whether I’m navigating a foreign transit system or figuring out how to pack for a week in a carry-on (spoiler: compression cubes and a spreadsheet), I approach travel the same way I approach engineering: with precision, curiosity, and a healthy dose of trial and error.

💼 Miss Corporate Congeniality

Yes, I love a good business case. Yes, I also love red lipstick, 5-star hotel sheets, and negotiating upgrades like it’s an Olympic sport. I’ve spent years in corporate settings balancing strategy and authenticity — learning how to lead with both grit and grace. This blog is a reflection of that same balance: brainy and bold, stylish and strategic, technical and totally human.

🎨 Hobbies, Hikes & Human Moments

What started as an outlet from work turned into a passion for seeking new hobbies — whether it’s watercolor on a balcony in Barcelona or archery in my own backyard. I believe joy is an essential input, not just a byproduct. Here, you’ll find experiments in leisure, reflections on growth, and a few tips I’ve picked up from trying (and failing!) at new things.

💡 What to Expect Here

• Travel guides & hacks from a systems thinker
• Lifestyle & leisure tips for smart, intentional living
• STEMinist stories from the intersection of logic and adventure
• New hobby challenges — one month at a time

So if you’re a little bit logical and a little bit wanderlusty, stick around. This space is for the curious, the bold, the builders, and the brave.

Welcome to the journey. Let’s design a life worth wandering through.

— Jessie 🌺