mentorDINO

mentorDINO
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mentorDINO is the podcast for AEC professionals who want more than just a job title—they want a fulfilling, flexible, and future-ready career. Hosted by Katelyn Rossier, AEC mentor and founder of the mentorDINO Academy, this show features real conversations with architects, engineers, and construction professionals who’ve navigated the twists, turns, and pivots of the industry. Each episode is packed with practical advice, honest insights, and career wisdom you won’t find in textbooks. Whether you’re just starting out, considering a career shift, or looking to level up, mentorDINO gives you the clarity, confidence, and community to take your next step with purpose. You can expect inspiring career stories and pivots from across the AEC world; lessons learned from real-world experience; and actionable advice for exams, firm culture, and career growth. This isn’t just a podcast. It’s your weekly dose of mentorship, momentum, and mindset for building a career you’re proud of. Subscribe now and start shaping your AEC journey with intention.

  1. 1d ago

    133: Built my Practice Series | Chad Haller

    Katelyn Rossier introduces her new series 'Conversations That Built My Practice,' sharing how mentorship and personal stories shaped her career and inspired her to start her own architecture practice. She emphasizes the power of conversations, mentorship, and intentional living in building a sustainable career. Chad Haller Ep #53 Lesson : Relationship building for working in residential and commercial projects. So much advice from the business side and types of clients. BIG THANK YOU TO OUR TEAM! Editing and Motion Graphics: Gus Bernal www.gusbernal.com Instagram: @gus_bernal_film mentorDINO: The Support System Architecture Forgot to Build We’re here to help the architectural industry thrive by providing the training, resources, and community that professionals need to succeed. mentorDINO transforms your firm from training chaos to team competency. We empower your staff with the on-demand technical and documentation skills they need to reduce costly rework and drive firm profitability. For Firms & Individuals: mentorDINO Academy The on-demand training system built to transform operational chaos into competency. With 500+ courses, we help firms reduce costly rework and empower professionals to build confidence and skills they can apply right away. ► Explore the Academy https://www.mentordino.com/ #architecture #engineering #construction #design #businessowner #Interviews #AEC #podcast #professionaldevelopment Mentioned in this episode: Practice Series Episodes

    133: Built my Practice Series | Chad Haller

  2. Jul 23

    132: Growing a Solo Architecture Practice | Katie Kangas

    Katie Kangas shares her journey from aspiring architect to successful solo practitioner, discussing her education, career pivots, and insights on architecture practice, risk management, and balancing work-life as a small firm owner. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-kangas/ Pasque Studio: https://www.pasque.studio/ BIG THANK YOU TO OUR TEAM! Editing and Motion Graphics: Gus Bernal www.gusbernal.com Instagram: @gus_bernal_film mentorDINO: The Support System Architecture Forgot to Build We’re here to help the architectural industry thrive by providing the training, resources, and community that professionals need to succeed. mentorDINO transforms your firm from training chaos to team competency. We empower your staff with the on-demand technical and documentation skills they need to reduce costly rework and drive firm profitability. Explore how we can support you: For Firms & Individuals: mentorDINO Academy The on-demand training system built to transform operational chaos into competency. With 50+ courses, we help firms reduce costly rework and empower professionals to build confidence and skills they can apply right away. ► Explore the Academy https://academy.mentordino.com/ For Your Career Path: Individual Courses & Coaching Whether you’re just starting out, getting licensed, or feeling stuck mid-career, our targeted, self-paced courses provide the clarity and strategy you need to move forward with confidence. ► See All Courses https://www.mentordino.com/ #architecture #engineering #construction #design #businessowner #Interviews #AEC #podcast #professionaldevelopment

    132: Growing a Solo Architecture Practice | Katie Kangas

  3. Jul 16

    131: Built my Practice Series | Karen Herold

    Katelyn Rossier introduces her new series 'Conversations That Built My Practice,' sharing how mentorship and personal stories shaped her career and inspired her to start her own architecture practice. She emphasizes the power of conversations, mentorship, and intentional living in building a sustainable career. Karen Herold Ep #52 Lesson : Looking at your life as pockets of time. There are different priorities, lessons, and discoveries depending on where you are in your career. You learn and discover. It take YEARS to paint the picture and understanding what you are painting. Until one day in your like you realize what you have been painting all these years and it is a magically moment of discovery and understanding why everything happened the way it did. BIG THANK YOU TO OUR TEAM! Editing and Motion Graphics: Gus Bernal www.gusbernal.com Instagram: @gus_bernal_film mentorDINO: The Support System Architecture Forgot to Build We’re here to help the architectural industry thrive by providing the training, resources, and community that professionals need to succeed. mentorDINO transforms your firm from training chaos to team competency. We empower your staff with the on-demand technical and documentation skills they need to reduce costly rework and drive firm profitability. For Firms & Individuals: mentorDINO Academy The on-demand training system built to transform operational chaos into competency. With 500+ courses, we help firms reduce costly rework and empower professionals to build confidence and skills they can apply right away. ► Explore the Academy https://www.mentordino.com/ #architecture #engineering #construction #design #businessowner #Interviews #AEC #podcast #professionaldevelopment Mentioned in this episode: Practice Series Episodes

    131: Built my Practice Series | Karen Herold

  4. Jul 9

    130: Built my Practice Series | Bhawya Joshi

    Katelyn Rossier introduces her new series 'Conversations That Built My Practice,' sharing how mentorship and personal stories shaped her career and inspired her to start her own architecture practice. She emphasizes the power of conversations, mentorship, and intentional living in building a sustainable career. Bhawya Joshi Ep #50 Lesson : Building a practice that focuses on your passions and the importance of carving time for your hobbies outside of architecture. BIG THANK YOU TO OUR TEAM! Editing and Motion Graphics: Gus Bernal www.gusbernal.com Instagram: @gus_bernal_film mentorDINO: The Support System Architecture Forgot to Build We’re here to help the architectural industry thrive by providing the training, resources, and community that professionals need to succeed. mentorDINO transforms your firm from training chaos to team competency. We empower your staff with the on-demand technical and documentation skills they need to reduce costly rework and drive firm profitability. For Firms & Individuals: mentorDINO Academy The on-demand training system built to transform operational chaos into competency. With 500+ courses, we help firms reduce costly rework and empower professionals to build confidence and skills they can apply right away. ► Explore the Academy https://www.mentordino.com/ #architecture #engineering #construction #design #businessowner #Interviews #AEC #podcast #professionaldevelopment Mentioned in this episode: Practice Series Episodes

    130: Built my Practice Series | Bhawya Joshi

  5. Jun 25

    129: Built my Practice Series | Kelsey Ahumada

    Katelyn Rossier introduces her new series 'Conversations That Built My Practice,' sharing how mentorship and personal stories shaped her career and inspired her to start her own architecture practice. She emphasizes the power of conversations, mentorship, and intentional living in building a sustainable career. Kelsey Ahumada Ep #46 Lesson : Just because you are starting your own practice doesn't mean you have to limit yourself to small projects. You can still think and leverage workflows and knowledge you learned from large firms to work more efficiently. Leverage connections and partnerships to building something that can grow! BIG THANK YOU TO OUR TEAM! Editing and Motion Graphics: Gus Bernal www.gusbernal.com Instagram: @gus_bernal_film mentorDINO: The Support System Architecture Forgot to Build We’re here to help the architectural industry thrive by providing the training, resources, and community that professionals need to succeed. mentorDINO transforms your firm from training chaos to team competency. We empower your staff with the on-demand technical and documentation skills they need to reduce costly rework and drive firm profitability. For Firms & Individuals: mentorDINO Academy The on-demand training system built to transform operational chaos into competency. With 500+ courses, we help firms reduce costly rework and empower professionals to build confidence and skills they can apply right away. ► Explore the Academy https://www.mentordino.com/ #architecture #engineering #construction #design #businessowner #Interviews #AEC #podcast #professionaldevelopment Mentioned in this episode: Practice Series Episodes

    129: Built my Practice Series | Kelsey Ahumada

  6. Jun 18

    128: Built my Practice Series | Jenny Peysin

    Katelyn Rossier introduces her new series 'Conversations That Built My Practice,' sharing how mentorship and personal stories shaped her career and inspired her to start her own architecture practice. She emphasizes the power of conversations, mentorship, and intentional living in building a sustainable career. Jenny Peysin Ep #45 Lesson : Think differently about how you start out. The smaller architecture firms are more collaborative, inviting, and supportive than the large firms. You can work for other small firms when workload is light, and vice versa. Work can also come from other Architects at this scale that are too busy. And have your support community/network for family when you need a hand to balance it all. BIG THANK YOU TO OUR TEAM! Editing and Motion Graphics: Gus Bernal www.gusbernal.com Instagram: @gus_bernal_film mentorDINO: The Support System Architecture Forgot to Build We’re here to help the architectural industry thrive by providing the training, resources, and community that professionals need to succeed. mentorDINO transforms your firm from training chaos to team competency. We empower your staff with the on-demand technical and documentation skills they need to reduce costly rework and drive firm profitability. For Firms & Individuals: mentorDINO Academy The on-demand training system built to transform operational chaos into competency. With 500+ courses, we help firms reduce costly rework and empower professionals to build confidence and skills they can apply right away. ► Explore the Academy https://www.mentordino.com/ #architecture #engineering #construction #design #businessowner #Interviews #AEC #podcast #professionaldevelopment Mentioned in this episode: Practice Series Episodes

    128: Built my Practice Series | Jenny Peysin

  7. Jun 11

    127: Built my Practice Series | David Stumpf

    Katelyn Rossier introduces her new series 'Conversations That Built My Practice,' sharing how mentorship and personal stories shaped her career and inspired her to start her own architecture practice. She emphasizes the power of conversations, mentorship, and intentional living in building a sustainable career. David Stumpf Ep #41 Lesson : You won't like all the projects getting started. But don't be afraid to try new project types and scales. It will be thrilling, rewarding, and making an impact on the community. BIG THANK YOU TO OUR TEAM! Editing and Motion Graphics: Gus Bernal www.gusbernal.com Instagram: @gus_bernal_film mentorDINO: The Support System Architecture Forgot to Build We’re here to help the architectural industry thrive by providing the training, resources, and community that professionals need to succeed. mentorDINO transforms your firm from training chaos to team competency. We empower your staff with the on-demand technical and documentation skills they need to reduce costly rework and drive firm profitability. For Firms & Individuals: mentorDINO Academy The on-demand training system built to transform operational chaos into competency. With 500+ courses, we help firms reduce costly rework and empower professionals to build confidence and skills they can apply right away. ► Explore the Academy https://www.mentordino.com/ #architecture #engineering #construction #design #businessowner #Interviews #AEC #podcast #professionaldevelopment Mentioned in this episode: Practice Series Episodes

    127: Built my Practice Series | David Stumpf

  8. Jun 4

    126: Building a Millwork Business | Jacob Edmond

    Jacob Edmond, CEO of Duckworks, shares his journey from architecture student to millwork industry expert. Discover insights on millwork design, industry collaboration, and building a successful business in this detailed interview. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobedmond/ Duckworks Website Verify and Field Podcast AWI (Architectural Woodwork Institute) BIG THANK YOU TO OUR TEAM! Editing and Motion Graphics: Gus Bernal www.gusbernal.com Instagram: @gus_bernal_film mentorDINO: The Support System Architecture Forgot to Build We’re here to help the architectural industry thrive by providing the training, resources, and community that professionals need to succeed. mentorDINO transforms your firm from training chaos to team competency. We empower your staff with the on-demand technical and documentation skills they need to reduce costly rework and drive firm profitability. Explore how we can support you: For Firms & Individuals: mentorDINO Academy The on-demand training system built to transform operational chaos into competency. With 50+ courses, we help firms reduce costly rework and empower professionals to build confidence and skills they can apply right away. ► Explore the Academy https://academy.mentordino.com/ For Your Career Path: Individual Courses & Coaching Whether you’re just starting out, getting licensed, or feeling stuck mid-career, our targeted, self-paced courses provide the clarity and strategy you need to move forward with confidence. ► See All Courses https://www.mentordino.com/ #architecture #engineering #construction #design #businessowner #Interviews #AEC #podcast #professionaldevelopment

    126: Building a Millwork Business | Jacob Edmond
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mentorDINO is the podcast for AEC professionals who want more than just a job title—they want a fulfilling, flexible, and future-ready career. Hosted by Katelyn Rossier, AEC mentor and founder of the mentorDINO Academy, this show features real conversations with architects, engineers, and construction professionals who’ve navigated the twists, turns, and pivots of the industry. Each episode is packed with practical advice, honest insights, and career wisdom you won’t find in textbooks. Whether you’re just starting out, considering a career shift, or looking to level up, mentorDINO gives you the clarity, confidence, and community to take your next step with purpose. You can expect inspiring career stories and pivots from across the AEC world; lessons learned from real-world experience; and actionable advice for exams, firm culture, and career growth. This isn’t just a podcast. It’s your weekly dose of mentorship, momentum, and mindset for building a career you’re proud of. Subscribe now and start shaping your AEC journey with intention.

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  • Creator
    mentorDINO
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    133
  • Rating
    Clean
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