The Civil Engineering Academy Podcast Isaac Oakeson

Picture this: You have a good engineering job. You make decent money. Your family is fine. So, why do you feel unsatisfied with your life and career? 🤔 The answer…you’re not being intentional with either of them.



In this episode, we interview Jeff Perry, a career coach and the author of The Intentional Engineer book. Based on his own life experiences, he’s been working one-on-one with engineers and tech professionals to help them find and build a career that aligns (keyword there!) with their life visions.



Now, he’s put all his frameworks and step-by-step processes to do this into a book. With actionable exercises, the book helps you take a hard look at your life and finally find “career-life fit,” no matter what that looks like to you. 👷



Tune in to Learn:


The common themes among engineers who feel unsatisfied with their careers
2 problems with the current view of "work-life balance”... and the right way to look at it
A real-life example of being an intentional engineer
Why you don’t need a new job with a higher salary to find “career-life fit”
How the book is structured to force you to act on it and find the life and work you want
The surprisingly simple, top-secret tool to being intentional (+ 2 reasons why it works)
What the “zone of genius” is…and how to find yours
Why feedback is a gift and how to process the harsh ones — plus why you should



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✅ Resources Mentioned:

The Intentional Engineer Book

The International Engineer Website

The Intentional Engineer LinkedIn Newsletter

CEA Podcast Episode #104 (Jeff Perry)

7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen Covey

Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi



📧 Connect With Jeff:

LinkedIn

Website



🎁 Freebies:

The 5 Best FE Resources

The Civil PE Startup Guide

FREE CFM® Course Module



📚 Exam Prep Resources:

Main Website

The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Review Courses

The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses

The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course

FE Practice Exams

FE CBT Exam Simulator

PE Breadth Practice Exams

PE Depth Practice Exams

PE CBT Exam Simulator

CFM® Practice Exam



📱 Connect With Us:

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LinkedIn

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From Bangladesh to a P.Eng. in Canada to a PE in the US…Samia Bhuiyan has been proving all the stereotypes wrong across the world! 🌎



In this interview, she shares her incredible journey to become a woman Structural Engineer (we know that’s rare but shouldn't!) and pass her PE Exam as a working mom of two kids! 👶 😲



Any women engineers out there with kids? International women engineers coming to the US? Then give this a listen! 😉



Tune in to Learn:


Her journey to become a PE from Bangladesh to Canada to the US


Coming to the US as an international Structural Engineer


Are the requirements to get the PE the same if you already have the P.Eng.?


Why she failed the PE 1st time…and what changed everything for her 2nd try


3 surprisingly simple exam prep tips to breeze through the PE Exam


How to prove international education and work experience to be able to take the PE


Her strategy for taking practice exams….include The Ultimate CBT  Exam Simulator


How to handle “Test questions” on the PE the don’t count toward your score


How to prepare for theory questions on exam day


3 reasons why she recommends The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course


What the PMP certification is and when it may be a good addition to your career


Her #1 advice for those preparing for the PE Exam (and it’s not related to studying)





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☑️ Resources Mentioned:

The Ultimate Civil PE Structural Review Course (Waitlist)

PE CBT Exam Simulator

PMP® CertificationSE Exam, by NCEES

P.Eng Licensure in Canada

University of Alberta



📧 Connect With Samia:

LinkedIn



🎁 Freebies:

The 5 Best FE Resources

The Civil PE Startup Guide

FREE CFM® Course Module



📚 Exam Prep Resources:

Main Website

The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses

The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course

FE Practice Exams

FE CBT Exam Simulator

PE Breadth Practice Exams

PE Depth Practice Exams

PE CBT Exam Simulator

CFM® Practice Exam



📱 Connect With Us:

Free CEA Community

YouTube Channel

Instagram

LinkedIn

support@civilengineeringacademy.com 


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Failed the Civil FE Exam once? Twice? Five times? Well, "don't waste a failure." That’s a mantra Ryan Turley adopted to pass this thing on his 5th attempt! 😲



In this episode, Ryan shares his emotional story of perseverance, from hitting rock bottom and doubting if he was “good enough” for engineering to finally becoming an EIT. If you've been struggling with the FE, Ryan's journey speaks directly to you…and he offers invaluable tips to overcome these repeated setbacks.



Tune in to Learn:


His experience failing the Civil FE Exam 3 times while still in school


Reaching rock bottom after failing it the 4th time around


His successful 5th attempt (and how to get back on your feet after a failure)


3 top-notch tips for repeat takers to get over this hump


The mindset you should have when answering the exams questions


What changes should you make in your studying after a failed attempt?


His strategy for taking practice exams (and what they help you with)


Why is the Civil FE Exam so difficult?


Are the FE Exam questions tricky…on purpose?


What he enjoyed about The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course


What having the EIT initials does for you and your career


Why does he recommend The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course?


How much prep do you need for the FE, and how decides it?





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☑️ Resources Mentioned:

The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course

Civil FE Practice Exams (Vol. 1 & 2)

FE CBT Exam Simulator

Civil PE Review Course Update

FE Civil Exam, by NCEES

"Don't Waste a Failure," by Nick Saban

Harding University



📧 Connect With Ryan:

LinkedIn

Instagram



🎁 Freebies:

The 5 Best FE Resources

The Civil PE Startup Guide

FREE CFM® Course Module



📚 Exam Prep Resources:

Main Website

The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses

The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course

FE Practice Exams

FE CBT Exam Simulator

PE Breadth Practice Exams

PE Depth Practice Exams

PE CBT Exam Simulator

Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Practice Exam

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Instagram

LinkedIn

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Feeling trapped by “traditional” engineering roles? Do you want a way out to a career you truly enjoy? 🤔 Well, meet Stefanie Reichman, PE!



In this episode, Stefanie shares her journey from dissatisfaction with both the design and project management aspects of engineering to discovering her dream career at Bluebeam that aligns with her life goals. If you’ve been considering a career pivot, whether within the industry or moving to something totally new, this interview has all the guidelines you need to do it right. 😉



Tune in to Learn:


Why she took the FE Exam while in school (Hint: not what you think)


Her journey to pass the PE Construction Exam in the pandemic


From engineering to tech: Her career pivots to find a job she liked 


How her application process went and what she does at Bluebeam today


Is the AEC industry good for soon-to-be mothers?


Tips and advice if you’re considering making a career change


The pros and cons of working in the tech industry as a PE


Do you need PDHs even if you don’t use your PE license at work?


What she enjoys the most about her work in tech


Is working at a tech company as good as it’s advertised?


How to start your search for engineering tech jobs the right way


Her resources to help you make a career pivot





🤝 OUR PARTNER:

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☑️ Resources Mentioned:

Free Career Pivot Checklist

Career Pivot Guide

Bluebeam

FAA's Drone License



📧 Connect With Stefanie:

LinkedIn



🎁 Freebies:

The 5 Best FE Resources

The Civil PE Startup Guide

FREE CFM® Course Module



📚 Exam Prep Resources:

Main Website

The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses

The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course

FE Practice Exams

FE CBT Exam Simulator

PE Breadth Practice Exams

PE Depth Practice Exams

PE CBT Exam Simulator

📱 Connect With Us:

Free CEA Community

YouTube Channel

Instagram

LinkedIn

support@civilengineeringacademy.com


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Taking the PE Construction Exam? Then our interview with Paul Rosowski is for you! He passed one of the most brutal PE civil exams…without a Construction background and specialized in the Renewable Energy field. 😲 In this episode, he dives into his exam prep to help you pass this brutal exam too — plus some tips if you want to go down the Project Management route based on his own experience. 😉



Tune in to Learn:




How he got started preparing for the PE Exam


How long your exam prep should be


His tips for those taking the PE Construction Exam


What he enjoyed the most about The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course


His strategy for taking practice exams


A study tip to predict questions that may come your way


How many theory and AIT questions can you expect on the PE Exam?


How getting his PE helped him move up at work, from Engineer to Project Manager


What new professional skills does it take to be a project manager?


Why he recommends Civil Engineering Academy to future PE test-takers


Tips for those interested in getting into the Renewable Energy Industry



☑️ Resources Mentioned:

The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course

Westwood Professional Services

University of Wisconsin



📧 Connect With Paul:

LinkedIn

Instagram



🎁 Freebies:

The 5 Best FE Resources

The Civil PE Startup Guide

FREE CFM® Course Module



📚 Exam Prep Resources:

Main Website

The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses

The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course

CA Seismic & Survey Courses (Waitlist)

FE Practice Exams

FE CBT Exam Simulator

PE Breadth Practice Exams

PE Depth Practice Exams

PE CBT Exam Simulator



📱 Connect With Us:

Free CEA Community

YouTube Channel

Instagram

LinkedIn

support@civilengineeringacademy.com


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Ever got called up to testify in court after a project turned into a legal war? 🤔 Yeah…depositions in Civil Engineering are more common than you think, and you need to be prepared. Today, Mark jumps on to share his firsthand experience with his most recent deposition, plus the key takeaways for both navigating them and safeguarding your career. ⚖️



Tune in to Learn:


What are depositions in Civil Engineering projects?


The best thing to do when "invited" to testify


How do you prepare for a deposition?


What it's like to be in a deposition for a project issue


What should you do if you give a wrong answer?


Why your firm's layer's objection can't save you from giving an answer


The right way to avoid legal issues in your career


Key principles to successfully navigating a deposition





Our Partner:

Audible

Built Bar



OUR Freebies:

The 5 Best FE Resources

The Civil PE Startup Guide

FREE CFM® Course Module



Our Exam Prep Resources:

Main Website

The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses

The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course

CA Seismic & Survey Courses (Waitlist)

FE Practice Exams

FE CBT Exam Simulator

PE Breadth Practice Exams

PE Depth Practice Exams

PE CBT Exam Simulator (Updated for 2024 Specs)



Connect With Us:

Free CEA Community

YouTube Channel

Instagram

LinkedIn

support@civilengineeringacademy.com 


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