The Impactful Engineer - Mentorship, Career Growth, and Personal & Professional Excellence for Aspiring Engineers

This episode covers our recommended approach to maintain visibility and be heard as an engineer on the more "quiet" side as well as how these engineers hold tremendous value for an organization that sometimes goes unseen or unappreciated (and how you can avoid that situation yourself). We give tips for those engineers themselves that appear to be "quiet" and for those that mana...

You ever wonder what you can do to increase your awareness and impact regarding diversity and inclusion efforts in the engineering industry?  Stephanie tells us that solving the world's biggest challenges requires a diverse group from all walks of life to think outside the box and develop cohesive teams that support each other.  Do you know some the most important facets of creating such a te...

Human drive is all based on emotion. In our engineering careers, where we choose to tie our emotions to certain results can either boost our career or hinder it.  And to be clear, by boost we mean fulfillment + happiness AND promotions + advancement.  Pride in your work is a strong and useful emotion. In this episode, we consider where to apply pride in your work, and give you our take on where th...

Every project has three main ingredients. Scope, schedule, and budget. There are fairly standard processes used to manage all three for a successful project. In this episode, we discuss some of the conventional thinking that can go into the HOW of a successful project, focused around schedule, and why some of those ways of thinking are actually traps.  We discuss our opinion on how to improve the...

We start out talking about a trend we've noticed with engineers in the time spent at each company as they grow.  We then switch to an operational mindset that will give you powerful influence on the outcome of your career, success, and fulfillment.  How do you stay focused on your progress, make decisions to switch companies, and have faith that you will succeed in your endeavors? We give you...

Two skills to be aware of and develop right away in your engineering career that will help propel you forwards and create a lasting impact on your perception and visibility within the company. Let's dive in! ********************************************************************************************* The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and...

Quitting? Let's dive in! ********************************************************************************************* The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and mentorship to all new and aspiring engineers. But it doesn't stop there. What we talk about on this podcast applies to seasoned engineers as well.  The community that will be bui...

On this episode we talk about making mistakes and how the mistake itself is not the biggest hurdle - how you handle it is.  Mistakes in their many forms are going to happen regardless, you can't avoid them. So let's learn how to make them work for us. Let's dive in! ********************************************************************************************* The Impactful Engineerin...

On this episode we talk about working extended hours. When it's needed, when it's not, and the simple truths about releasing yourself from the self-fulfilling prophecy of working "extended hours." It's all in your mind... Let's dive in! ********************************************************************************************* The Impactful Engineering Project'...

On this episode we talk with Jeff Perry, an engineering leadership and career development expert, author of "The Intentional Engineer", podcast host, and resource creator for engineers.  His book is very action oriented (which we very much appreciate) and lays out the guide to preparing your engineering career and your life with INTENTION.  Don't miss the chance to be inspired to li...

Easily one of the biggest breakthroughs Steve and I have made in our careers centers around Ego. Knowing what it is, how it affects your life and work, and when it's appropriate to lean into will provide you with another mindset tool (and skill really) which can be sharpened.  We talk about how ego gets in our way, how it is an invaluable skill, and everything in between.  Let's dive in!...

The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and mentorship to all new and aspiring engineers. But it doesn't stop there. What we talk about on this podcast applies to seasoned engineers as well.  The community that will be built from this project has the potential to change the lives of everyone who is a part of it. We sincerely hope to reach and h...

The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and mentorship to all new and aspiring engineers. But it doesn't stop there. What we talk about on this podcast applies to seasoned engineers as well.  The community that will be built from this project has the potential to change the lives of everyone who is a part of it. We sincerely hope to reach and h...

The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and mentorship to all new and aspiring engineers. But it doesn't stop there. What we talk about on this podcast applies to seasoned engineers as well.  The community that will be built from this project has the potential to change the lives of everyone who is a part of it. We sincerely hope to reach and h...

The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and mentorship to all new and aspiring engineers. But it doesn't stop there. What we talk about on this podcast applies to seasoned engineers as well.  The community that will be built from this project has the potential to change the lives of everyone who is a part of it. We sincerely hope to reach and h...

The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and mentorship to all new and aspiring engineers. But it doesn't stop there. What we talk about on this podcast applies to seasoned engineers as well.  The community that will be built from this project has the potential to change the lives of everyone who is a part of it. We sincerely hope to reach and h...

The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and mentorship to all new and aspiring engineers. But it doesn't stop there. What we talk about on this podcast applies to seasoned engineers as well.  The community that can be built from this project has the potential to change the lives of everyone who is a part of it. We sincerely hope to reach and he...

The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and mentorship to all new and aspiring engineers. But it doesn't stop there. What we talk about on this podcast applies to seasoned engineers as well.  The community that can be built from this project has the potential to change the lives of everyone who is a part of it. We sincerely hope to reach and he...

The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and mentorship to all new and aspiring engineers. But it doesn't stop there. What we talk about on this podcast applies to seasoned engineers as well.  The community that can be built from this project has the potential to change the lives of everyone who is a part of it. We sincerely hope to reach and he...

The Impactful Engineering Project's purpose is to bring awareness, access, success, and mentorship to all new and aspiring engineers. But it doesn't stop there. What we talk about on this podcast applies to seasoned engineers as well.  The community that can be built from this project has the potential to change the lives of everyone who is a part of it. We sincerely hope to reach and he...

In this episode we talk about how your energy may be draining (more than you think) without you even knowing it. Also, everyone sucks at multitasking. Yes, that means you.  Enjoy the show! ********************************************************************************************* Please submit any feedback you have to the email below. Extending awareness and reach is critical, so as many people...

Are you looking for a job? First job or switching employers? Been out of a job a while? Wanna hear a hiring manager's point of view on how to be successful in an interview for an engineering position? Check out this hot take. ********************************************************************************************* Please submit any feedback you have to the email below. Extending awareness...

Our guest for this episode is Ryan Sullivan, a registered professional engineer and financial advisor for Architects & Engineers! Ryan wants to continue to grow in every area of his life, and while reading a well-known book titled Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill, he had the epiphany that he could bring to realization anything he set his mind to. Through Ryan’s experiences, we share some i...

In this episode, Steve has been thinking about entitlement in the workplace, and the balance between empowerment and accountability. Find out how you can drive and seek accountability in your teams, a simple way to hold yourself accountable, and why generational entitlement is non-existent. Jake backs it up with his thoughts on the follower’s failure is the leader’s failure and how the mindset of...

In this episode, Steve and I discuss the importance of effective communication in ways you may not have thought about before, and in ways that might seem difficult to do at first, but with practice, will bring you much success! We also discuss the truth about what sets you apart at a career fair as a student. And what employers are really looking for! **********************************************...