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The Happy Engineer | Career Success for Engineering Leadership
190: Receive the Best Performance Review of Your Engineering Career with Curtis Mitchell
Oct 14, 2024
Curtis Mitchell, a seasoned data scientist and software engineer with over 15 years of experience, shares his transformative journey from a challenging performance review at startups to success at NASA and the Census Bureau. He emphasizes the power of feedback and coaching, which sparked a significant mindset shift. Curtis discusses strategies for self-advocacy in performance reviews, aligning core values with career goals, and navigating career transitions, offering valuable insights for engineers seeking to maximize their potential.
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- Curtis Mitchell's journey illustrates the transformative power of mindset shifts, from underperformance to achieving the best review in his career.
- Proactively tracking achievements and advocating for one’s contributions can significantly enhance visibility and recognition in the workplace.
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Transforming Underperformance into Success
Curtis Mitchell shares his journey from receiving negative performance feedback to achieving the best performance review of his career. Initially labeled as an underperformer at various startups, his transition to NASA Ames Research Center marked a pivotal moment. Faced with the desire to fulfill his childhood dream of working at NASA, Curtis recognized the need for significant personal and professional change. By adopting a coaching mindset and actively seeking feedback, he transformed his approach to work, resulting in remarkable improvement and recognition.
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