📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/046 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible PPI: Get 15% discounts on all of their products - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Zencastr: https://zen.ai/engineeringourfuture Get 30% off your first three months with a PRO account. This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, my #1 podcast tool. They provide a crystal clear sound and gorgeous HD video. I love that it records separate audio and video tracks for the guests and me. Plus, there is a secured cloud backup, so you never lose your interviews. It is super easy to use, and there is nothing to download. Check out my NEW PE Exam Guide. It will help you prepare for the exam without sacrificing your life. From science-based study techniques to a study plan, you will have everything you need to pass the PE Exam. Learn more about the Ultimate PE Exam Study Guide: Learn Better and Faster Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Taking the PE exams has been one of the hardest and most fulfilling things I have done in my career so far. It was challenging but I think with the right amount of practice, preparation, and strategy, you can pass the exam. If you have not heard the previous podcast I highly recommend you go back and check them out. I would recommend you start with “Why Taking the PE Exam Made Me a Better Engineer ”, then “How to Prepare, Beat Anxiety, and Rock the PE Exam with Vanessa ”, and lastly check out “How to Make the Most Out of Your Career After Passing the PE Exam with Isaac Oakeson” Today on PE day. I wanted to take some time to acknowledge all the PEs and soon-to-be PE out there. I hope you enjoy this episode and hopefully, it helps you better prepare for the exam Music by Jack WindersIntro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusicFollow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect with me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/083 Big thank you to the podcast partner for making this episode possible: Zencastr: https://zencastr.com/pricing (promo code = engineeringourfuture)    Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my career coaching services - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/coaching Even though most often neglected, unplugging from this crazy, hectic world is a must. And not only when you go on vacation, but also in your daily routine. So today, Luis and Nicolai lay out the benefits they get from doing it — and how you can do it too. What You’ll Learn: How often should you completely unplug? The answer is not what you think The huge productivity, creativity, and sleep benefits of unplugging Planning vacations and long weekends early on in the year — and taking them The good and bad of using your phone 4 extremely simple phone rules that can significantly boost your productivity How to use your phone automation features to stop you from using it all the time Why your phone home screen should be blank And much more! Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/082 If you want to get new book guides and articles every week from topics like Science, Technology, and Entrepreneurship go to Shortform.com/luis and get 5 days of unlimited access to thousands of books and a 20% discounted annual subscription. Check out my career coaching services - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/coaching A morning routine gets you into the right state of mind, body, and soul so you can tackle the day ahead. However, creating a routine and sticking with it is not easy. So today, Luis dissects 8 habits you can try before 8am to supercharge your day — and how to create them. What You’ll Learn: 8 simple things you can do before 8am to set you up for a productive day The importance of a morning routine — and how to create your own The positive impacts of sleep on all aspects of your life The best early-morning drink to fuel your body Easy-to-start mindfulness practices to try in your morning routine Different types of journaling and how to get started today A simple habit that can improve your concentration at the task at hand Simple physical exercise alternatives you could try One thing to do before and after the work day to keep you on the productivity road Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/081 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Zencastr: https://zen.ai/engineeringourfuture Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my career coaching services - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/coaching Conferences have their own set of benefits to your career. However, it’s not always simple as it may sound to go to one of them. Especially when it comes to the financial aspect of it. So today, you’ll learn how you can get financial support to attend the conferences you’re interested in. What You’ll Learn: What kind of companies might pay for you to attend conferences The five aspects to consider when presenting the idea to your employer When you should start talking about this with your supervisor/boss How to deal with the workload and deadlines while you’re gone How to estimate the costs of attending the conference — and save money on them Strategies to effectively pitch the idea to your employer How to go about making the actual request: Email vs Phone vs Face-to-Face Why money alone is not the only determining factor in this type of request How to get your employer to say "Yes" — and what to do if you get a “No” Three things you should remember when you do go to conferences Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up for my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube

Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/080 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Zencastr: https://zen.ai/engineeringourfuture Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my FREE PE Preparation course - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/pecourse PPI has now become the go-to company in preparation materials and courses for the PE exam. So today, you’ll get “insider” information directly from Jenny Sligh, PPI’s Senior Manager of Programs and the woman in charge of all its prep materials to help you pass your PE exam on your first try. What You’ll Learn: ● Jenny’s 10-year professional history with PPI ● The biggest changes to the PE exam as it goes CBT — and how it impacts you ● How you'll have access to the engineering codes in the CBT exam ● How to correctly prepare for the CBT PE exam ● Are all PPI materials now updated to match the CBT exam? ● The three resource tiers PPI offers and what you get with each ● PPI's prices for each resource tier ● Non-engineering preparation and exam day tips as important as technical knowledge ● Three pieces of advice you need before you even plan on taking the exam ● The #1 thing you should do to pass the PE exam ● PPI's Resource Center with lots of content to help you in this journey ● An interesting story with the one and only Michael R. Lindeburg, the founder of PPI Music by Jack Winders  Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com  Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram  Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter  LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook  YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube       

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/079 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Zencastr: https://zen.ai/engineeringourfuture Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my career coaching services - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/coaching Stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues have been around for some time. And the last couple of years haven’t made this scenario any better. So today, Elyssa Dixon from fleeceandforests jumps on the show to discuss an alternative, easy way to deal with this situation. What You’ll Learn: What mindfulness is all about Elyssa's path into mindfulness practices — and why she focuses on helping engineers Science-backed effects of mindfulness on your body & mind How mindfulness can give you the additional skills you need in your engineering job Potential tools you can explore to help you with mental health struggles How to get started with mindfulness practices today Elyssa's mindfulness resources to help you in your personal and professional life Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/078 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Zencastr: Go to https://zen.ai/engineeringourfuture and get 30% off your first three months with a PRO account Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my career coaching services - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/coaching Everybody has already gone off track when it comes to their goals. But the good news is, you can get back on track! Today, Nicolai Oliden from Engineering You jumps back on the show to discuss the strategies you can use to effectively set, assess, and accomplish your goals. What You’ll Learn: Nicolai's early experiences setting goals incorrectly — and how he finally “got it” The #1 mistake you make when setting your goals that lead you to fail The two different types of goals you didn’t know you have Strategies Luis and Nicolai personally use to get back on track with their goals Nicolai’s routine approach to goal-setting that can help you accomplish yours How to effectively (and sustainably) go for your big goals What’s the “Perfect Week” concept? The problem with setting goals at work — and how you should go about it Why time is not the only resource you should consider when setting goals The importance of the “Why” behind your goals Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/077 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my FREE PE Preparation course - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/pecourse Today, Dr. Jacqueline El-Sayed, the Chief Academic Officer for the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), talks about the current state of engineering education — and what it looks like for future engineers. What You’ll Learn: Where current engineering education falls short What the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) is all about 2 ways ASEE differs from other engineering organizations to advance the profession ASEE's impact on engineering education on the national level Liberal Arts vs Professional degrees: why engineers need both The 3 components of engineering education — and how they play out together Why engineers should be lifelong learners How education powers diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in engineering Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/076 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my FREE PE Preparation course - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/pecourse Are you considering a career switch? Then this episode presents an alternative most people don’t even think of. Today, ASCE’s Director of Technical Advancement, Lindsay O’Leary, reveals how working in the non-profit sector can be a great career move for engineers. What You’ll Learn: Lindsay’s civil engineering background and her current work at ASCE How to get into the non-profit sector (+ the biggest challenge you’ll face) Why engineers should get involved with professional organizations The many job opportunities in the non-profit sector (including technical roles) How ASCE and other organizations help advance your career and the profession Lindsay's day-to-day life as an ASCE staff member The hard work behind ASCE’s codes and standards (and those who create them) Lindsay’s two pieces of advice for a successful career Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/075 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my FREE PE Preparation course - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/pecourse From technical engineer to principal to major owner to entrepreneur, Peter Atherton is the living proof your career doesn't need to follow a "common" path for you to be making progress. As you grow and expose yourself to new things, your "seasons" change — and there's no problem in redirecting your professional goals and interests accordingly. What You’ll Learn: Peter's "uncommon" steps to a fulfilling career The power of seasons and why you should embrace yours at any given moment Why you should forget the "Technical vs Managerial Role" debate The importance of learning from bad role models (yeah...you read it right) The key to professional success for young engineers How to realistically measure your professional growth How to find the career path you want to head down The only trait you need to develop new skills to apply at work How companies benefit from helping their people develop new skills How to independently develop skills outside of work (and why you should!) The entrepreneurial and managerial mindsets Peter's advice for engineers building their careers Why you should have a "To-be List" just as you have a “To-do List” Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/074 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my FREE PE Preparation course - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/pecourse Many engineers end up in leadership roles at some point in their careers, whether or not they know the basics of it. Today, Pat Sweet from the Engineering and Leadership Project jumps on the show to help you make this transition and become the leader people will follow. What You’ll Learn: What the Engineering and Leadership Project is All about (and How It Can Help You) What Leadership is and Why Leaders are Important in Any Industry The Real Difference Between Leadership and Management… …And Why Anyone Can Be a Leader Without Even Being a Manager How Pat Practiced His Skills Before Even Getting a Leadership Role The Best Way Young Engineers Can Develop Leadership Skills Outside of the Office The Biggest Change That Happens When You Transition into Leadership The #1 Challenge Highly Technical People Face When They Move into Leadership The Ultimate Measure of Success You’re Probably Neglecting Ways to Hold Yourself Accountable as a Part-Time or Full-Time Solopreneur Time Management Tips for Solopreneurs Top Two Things to Remember about Transitioning into Leadership Pat’s All-Time Favorite Resources to Become a Great Leader Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/073 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my FREE PE Preparation course - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/pecourse Don't neglect it! Your STEM career depends just as much on your communication skills as it does on your technical expertise. Today, Teach the Geek’s founder Neil Thompson teaches you HOW to communicate effectively to non-technical folks, and WHY it can skyrocket your career! What You’ll Learn: Neil’s Own Struggles with Public Speaking You’ll Definitely Relate to The Biggest Communication Issue for Every Engineer in Technical Roles Why It’s of Your Own Interest to Be a Better Communicator and Speaker The Number One Challenge Engineers Face When Developing These Skills Four Different Ways You Can Easily Improve Your Communication Skills The Aspects That Make an Outstanding Presentation You Probably Neglect Four Steps to Correctly Prepare and Give a World-Class Presentation The Career Benefits of Good Communication for Engineers Effective Resources to Learn Communication and Public Speaking Skills…. …And the Key to Getting Better at Them Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/072 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my FREE PE course - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/pecourse Most people know Lebron James, but very few know Mike Mancias — Lebron’s personal athletic coach for over 14 years. So today, Nicolai Oliden jumps on the podcast to discuss the positive impact that working with a coach can have on your life, whether that’s regarding your health, your career, your money, etc. What You’ll Learn: Nicolai's Experience with Mentors and Coaches How His Own Bad Financial Situation Got Him Started With EngineeringYOU The Difference Between a Mentor and a Coach Why You Should Have a Coach Outside of the Office How to Know When You Need a Coach: Two Situations in Which You Need One Different Areas of Life for Which You Can Find a Coach The Importance of Having a Coach (And Why Top Athletes Do) Group Coaching vs One-on-One Coaching The No. 1 Thing to Get the Most Out of Your Coaching Sessions What to Do Before Choosing a Coach Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/071 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my FREE PE course - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/pecourse Today, Dr. Nehemiah Mabry jumps back on the show to elaborate on how you can benefit from creating content online documenting your experiences in STEM.  Because, at the end of the day, the basic problem of different forms of art and engineering is the same. What You’ll Learn: The Importance of an Online Presence for Professionals in Today’s World Three Reasons Why You Should Start Creating and Sharing Content Online Connections Between Arts and Engineering How You Can Start Creating Content (and Why) Three Ways Dr. Nehemiah Mabry Uses to Come up With Content for STEMedia Why You Should Stop Overthinking about Creating Content The Most Important Skill You Should Develop (And How Content Creation Helps With it) Differences and Similarities Between Technical Worker and Content Creator Dr. Nehemiah's #1 Thing He Would’ve Done Differently (and Why You Should Do It NOW) What You Should Do If You Do NOT Know What You Want for the Future Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/070 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Check out my FREE PE course - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/pecourse The first year at a new job is the hardest. Whether you’re switching jobs or going into your first job ever, you need to understand what can really make you successful at this new phase. Therefore, this episode lays out 10 strategies you should use to make a good first impression during that first year. What You’ll Learn: The Myths & Facts About Your First Year at Work 10 Actionable Strategies to Be Successful at a Brand New Job Going from College to an Office Environment (and the Changes That Come With It) One Trait and One Habit New Hires and Recent Grads Should Show in Their First Year How New Grads Should Manage the Demands of the Working World What New Employees Must Start Developing in the Workplace from Day One How to Get to Know the ‘Hidden’ Benefits Your Company Offers The Importance of Mastering the Basics of Personal Finance in the Early Years. Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/069 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Gone are the days of employees simply searching for a higher salary or a better-sounding title. In this day and age, what employees really want is a company that supports their vision for their career and helps their personal and professional growth. Today, Anthony Fasano, the founder of the Engineering Management Institute, lays out the many reasons why it’s more critical than ever before for companies to invest in their employees’ development. And that’s not just regarding their technical skills. What You’ll Learn: Anthony's Background and How He Got Into Management & Leadership What He Did to Start Developing His Own Soft Skills A Request From His Boss That Made Him Realize the Industry’s Need for EMI Why Leadership and Management Skills are Important For Every Engineer How Companies Can Help Their Engineers Develop Soft Skills — And Why The Importance of Formal Corporate Mentoring Programs for Young Engineers… …And Why Most Companies That Pride Themselves on Having Them Do It Wrong. How Firms Can Set up Effective Mentoring Programs Independent of Company Size The Many Ways Internal Mentoring and Development Programs Benefit the Company Employees’ Wants Changed: From Salary and Title to Career Growth and Flexibility. 4 Things Engineers Can Do to Learn Soft Skills, Even Without a Mentoring Program Why You Need Networking — And How Anthony Unconventionally Used It to Get a Job 2 Reasons Why Volunteering Can Help Professionals Excel at Their Technical Work Why Engaging Their Staff in Corporate Initiatives is Well Worth the Investment The #1 Thing Your Should Do in College to Set Yourself up for Success in Your Career Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anc

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/068 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Coming from a hispanic household all the way to a full-time program manager role at Microsoft is definitely not easy. And when you consider that only 2% of the people in tech are women, it gets even more challenging. These life achievements, however, can come along with their own sets of personal and mental struggles. Today, Gina Moreno elaborates on her life story and struggles as a Latina and first-generation college graduate making the transition from school to the corporate tech world. What You’ll Learn: Gina’s Story as a First Generation American and College Graduate Her Experience Being Active on Social — And the Challenges That Come With It The Two Sides of Social Media: The Consumer’s and the Creator’s Point of View Why Creating Content on a Topic Also Has to Please You, Not Only Your Audience Gina's Struggles Being a Latina in the Male-Dominated Tech Industry The Biggest Challenge for Latinos in the US: The Latino vs. American Cultural Values The Difficult Transition From Student to Professional That’s Often Taken for Granted The Challenges She Faced as a New Grad Entering the Corporate World Why Employers Should Have Support Systems to Help Their Employees… …And Why It’s Also Your Own Responsibility to Go After It If Your Employer Doesn't. Society's Wrong Approach to Mental Health Issues — And the #1 Thing to Do Instead Four Different Ways to Find Support to Overcome Mental Health Issues Non-Technical Things You Can Do on Your Own When Your Mental Health is Declining How to Identify Your “Triggers” That Let You Know Your Mental Health is Slipping How Can We Continue Engineering Our Future? Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anc

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/067 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Many examples of hispanics who came to the US and thrived after facing lots of cultural barriers have already been featured on this show. And today’s guest, Fernanda Sulantay, a woman engineer and mother of two pursuing her PhD, also deserves a special spot among them. What You’ll Learn: Fernanda's Story as an Immigrant Coming into the US for more Life Opportunities How Practical Projects in College Can Give You the Hands-on Experience You Need How She Got into Academic Research at Princeton University under the REU Program The Benefits of a Community College People Overlook — And Why It’s a Great Option A Financial Aid Resource That Can Cover All (or a Huge Part of) Your Education Costs The Challenges First Generation Students Have to Overcome on Their Own… …And the Best Ways for them to Overcome These Challenges. Dealing With Cultural Differences in School and Work (Even if You're not an Immigrant) How to Balance Life Responsibilities as an Engineer and Mother of Two Pursuing a PhD Getting Accepted for a PhD Program in Chemical Engineering at Yale University How to Handle Universities’ Lack of Support for Moms Going Through Grad School How to Make Important Decisions Regarding Work, Education, and Life Why Mental Health Matters — And How It Can Increase Your Productivity Fernanda’s Social Media Content Creation on Instagram Inspiring Other Engineers There’s No Set Deadlines in Life: Focus on What Matters to You, And on Your Own Time Fernanda's #1 Life Advice Regardless of Your Age Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/066 Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners You all know what happens at the end of each year: people get excited about the new cycle and make lots of New Year’s resolutions. Even though these are necessary, they should not be the only thing you do. Enters the concept of annual family board meetings. Luis and Callie have been doing it since 2020. And today, not only do they explain what it is, but they also elaborate on how they structured their own family board meeting at the end of 2021 so you can emulate it and adapt it according to your own needs and desires. Whether or not you have children or even a significant other. What You’ll Learn: What’s a Family Board Meeting? And Why is it Important? How an Annual Family Board Meeting Can Complement Your Shorter Review Cycles How You Can Structure Your Own Board Meeting Why You Don’t Need to Have Kids or Even a Partner to Hold These Meetings The Main Categories Worth Covering During the Board Meeting Some Prompts for Each Category That You Can Use to Guide You Why You Should Probably Start the Meeting by Envisioning Your Desired Future… …And Why You Should End It by Talking About Money The Importance of Having Some “Me-Time” Alone for Yourself Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engourfuture/message

📌 Full show notes at https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/065     Big thank you to the podcast partners for making this episode possible: PPI: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/PPI2Pass Policygenius: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/policygeniuslife   Learn more about the podcast sponsors and how to support the show - https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Partners Even though it may come with different names, an annual review is the action of taking a step back to look at the progress you’ve made so far. This brings you awareness of where you’re currently at, and helps you determine where you want to go in the future. However, there’s a catch. And that is that most people do it wrong. Today’s episode will solve this problem for you. You’ll not only learn how to correctly do these annual performance reviews, both in your personal and professional life, but you’ll also learn some processes already in place that you can simply emulate and adapt to your specific needs. What You’ll Learn: Why a Review Process is Important in Your Career and Life What Your Personal Review Process May Look Like Jeff's Personal Review Process You Can Emulate and Adapt The Two Different Types of Goals: Habit vs. Achievement One Personal Progress Review Tool You Didn't Know About Focusing on the "Gap" vs. Focusing on the "Gains" — And Why it Matters Why the Key to Goal-Setting is not the Goals, But the Systems and the Growth What Young Engineers Should Know About Corporate Performance Reviews How Corporate Performance Reviews are Different for Those in Leadership Roles Why a Performance Review Should Also Analyze the Performance of the Company The Importance of More Frequent Check-ins With Employees Why You Should Make Your Career Goals Within the Company Evident The Power of Mentors Both Inside and Outside Your Company The Difference Between a Mentor and a Coach Tools to Get Mentorship and Career Coaching — Including One You’re Overlooking A Resource With the Right Questions to Ask a Mentor What You Need to Help You With the Career Change You've Been Eyeing The Habit of Reading Books — And Jeff's 2021 Favorites Music by Jack Winders Intro: Midwest Folks Outro: Southern Skies Website: https://www.jackwinders.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackWindersMusic Follow him on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0msfukZWdVoUHIvpFvanTU?si=U5jKEdjfSTOetL12ispLcg Connect With Me Sign up to my weekly email newsletter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Newsletter My website & blog // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com Instagram // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Instagram Twitter // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Twitter LinkedIn // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/LinkedIn Facebook // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/Facebook YouTube // https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/YouTube --- Send in a voice messa