The Happy Engineer | Career Success for Engineering Leadership

Are you working in your zone of indifference, zone of potential, or zone of genius? What’s the difference?   Read the full episode summary below.   ============================   MOST POPULAR LINKS:   > Full Show Notes, Resources, & More   > Apply for the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint - Our intensive coaching program exclusively for engineering leaders looking to build your career, balance your life, and BE HAPPY!   ============================   In this episode, we prove that working hard doesn’t have to feel like hard work with strengths expert and leadership coach, Daria Williamson.   For the last decade, Daria has been coaching leaders to peak performance through practical advice and activities designed to help people go from burnout, boredom and stress to power and motivation.    Today we will help you understand the importance of working in your zone of genius, and how to increase the amount of time you invest in genius.   If you want to accelerate your career growth, this conversation is for you.   Daria shows how everyone has the capacity to leverage their strengths and neutralize their weaknesses to move forward.    She has recently published her book ‘Unleash Your Awesome’, which in tandem with her well-known ‘Strengths Deck’ is a powerful resource I encourage you to check out.  Click the Full Show Notes link above for the details.   So press play and let’s chat… there’s a new strengths game in town and it’s AWESOME!   ============================   HAPPY ENGINEER COMMUNITY LINKS:   > HAPPY HOUR! Live with Zach Register now and join host of The Happy Engineer Podcast, Zach White, in a live webinar for deeper training, career Q&A, and FREE stuff!   > Join our Facebook Group! Get access to bonus content and live coaching as growth-minded leaders build careers together.   ============================   WANT MORE AMAZING GUESTS?   “I love Zach and these amazing guests on The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider following, rating and reviewing the show!    I know it’s a huge favor to ask, but when you follow, leave a 5-star rating, and add an honest review of how these episodes are helping you… it’s a massive benefit for getting the attention of big name powerhouse guests on this show.    On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5-stars, and select “Write a Review.”   Thank you so much.    ============================   Connect with your host, Zach White:   LinkedIn (primary) Instagram Facebook YouTube  

How will you prepare for a future with artificial intelligence? What does Brazilian Jiu Jitsu have to teach you about engineering? How many engineers does the world need right now?   Read the full episode summary below.   ============================   MOST POPULAR LINKS:   > Full Show Notes, Resources, & More   > Apply for the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint - Our intensive coaching program exclusively for engineering leaders looking to build your career, balance your life, and BE HAPPY!   ============================   In this episode, we get deep into topics that every engineer in software and technology cares about… and every engineer outside software and technology needs to care about.   Meet Leon Kuperman, the Co-Founder and CTO of CAST AI. Formerly Vice President of Security Products OCI at Oracle, Leon has 20+ years of experience in product management, software design and development, all the way through to production deployment.    We discuss the major implications of artificial intelligence in our careers, and the best ways to prepare yourself now.   Gain key lessons in what it takes to succeed in business from a leader who has held executive leadership roles in big tech, as well as entrepreneurial startups.   And enjoy an unexpected story of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and its application to your personal growth at work.   Leon is a true expert and authority on cloud computing, web application security and Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), e-commerce, and web application architecture.   So press play and let’s chat… the ramifications of a new AI future await!   ============================   HAPPY ENGINEER COMMUNITY LINKS:   > HAPPY HOUR! Live with Zach Register now and join host of The Happy Engineer Podcast, Zach White, in a live webinar for deeper training, career Q&A, and FREE stuff!   > Join our Facebook Group! Get access to bonus content and live coaching as growth-minded leaders build careers together.   ============================   WANT MORE AMAZING GUESTS?   “I love Zach and these amazing guests on The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider following, rating and reviewing the show!    I know it’s a huge favor to ask, but when you follow, leave a 5-star rating, and add an honest review of how these episodes are helping you… it’s a massive benefit for getting the attention of big name powerhouse guests on this show.    On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5-stars, and select “Write a Review.”   Thank you so much.    ============================   Connect with your host, Zach White:   LinkedIn (primary) Instagram Facebook YouTube    

If timing is everything, when is the right time? How do you show up as yourself in your career? What is the power of perspective?    Read the full episode summary below.   ============================   MOST POPULAR LINKS:   > Full Show Notes, Resources, & More   > Apply for the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint - Our intensive coaching program exclusively for engineering leaders looking to build your career, balance your life, and BE HAPPY!   ============================   In this episode, we talk about WINNING. My guest is JM Ryerson, host of the Let’s Go Win podcast and creator of the Let’s Go Win process.   That process has allowed JM to successfully build and exit two companies, creating the financial freedom and personal success that most engineering leaders dream about.   We talk about the importance of timing, the power of perspective, and the two questions JM asks himself every day to make sure he consistently performs at his best in business results AND emotional experience.   JM knows you want to be happy, and will share with you how he does it.   He is now coaching high-performing leaders to grow their impact and income. His Show Up As You system helps utilize your role as a leader to ignite the ambition and confidence your team needs to hit next-level success.   So press play and let’s chat… and Let’s Go Win!.   ============================   HAPPY ENGINEER COMMUNITY LINKS:   > HAPPY HOUR! Live with Zach Register now and join host of The Happy Engineer Podcast, Zach White, in a live webinar for deeper training, career Q&A, and FREE stuff!   > Join our Facebook Group! Get access to bonus content and live coaching as growth-minded leaders build careers together.   ============================   WANT MORE AMAZING GUESTS?   “I love Zach and these amazing guests on The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider following, rating and reviewing the show!    I know it’s a huge favor to ask, but when you follow, leave a 5-star rating, and add an honest review of how these episodes are helping you… it’s a massive benefit for getting the attention of big name powerhouse guests on this show.    On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5-stars, and select “Write a Review.”   Thank you so much.    ============================   Connect with your host, Zach White:   LinkedIn (primary) Instagram Facebook YouTube  

You ask the questions, and host Zach White answers! Enjoy the fifth edition of our fan-favorite Q&A series.   Read the full episode summary below.   ============================   MOST POPULAR LINKS:   > Full Show Notes, Resources, & More   > Apply for the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint - Our intensive coaching program exclusively for engineering leaders looking to build your career, balance your life, and BE HAPPY!   ============================   In this episode, you asked me how to optimize your LinkedIn profile (and stand out from the crowd of talent), and what I think about recent layoffs (including how to respond if you were impacted).   Thank you to Parul, Software Engineering Manager, and the dozens of leaders on LinkedIn who have asked my opinion on layoffs, for sending me your questions!    So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to get some answers.   ============================   HAPPY ENGINEER COMMUNITY LINKS:   > HAPPY HOUR! Live with Zach Register now and join host of The Happy Engineer Podcast, Zach White, in a live webinar for deeper training, career Q&A, and FREE stuff!   > Join our Facebook Group! Get access to bonus content and live coaching as growth-minded leaders build careers together.   ============================   WANT MORE AMAZING GUESTS?   “I love Zach and these amazing guests on The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider following, rating and reviewing the show!    I know it’s a huge favor to ask, but when you follow, leave a 5-star rating, and add an honest review of how these episodes are helping you… it’s a massive benefit for getting the attention of big name powerhouse guests on this show.    On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5-stars, and select “Write a Review.”   Thank you so much.    ============================   Connect with your host, Zach White:   LinkedIn (primary) Instagram Facebook YouTube  

What do you really want? How can you get it? Who can help you along the way?   Read the full episode summary below.   ============================   MOST POPULAR LINKS:   > Full Show Notes, Resources, & More   > Apply for the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint - Our intensive coaching program exclusively for engineering leaders looking to build your career, balance your life, and BE HAPPY!   ============================   In this episode, I have the honor of chatting with a mentor and friend of mine, Jim Cathcart.  His bio is impossibly long with huge, global accomplishments.   Jim is one of the top 5 most award-winning speakers in the world.    His powerful TEDx talk has millions of views.    His 23 books are translated into multiple languages, including 3 International bestsellers.    He has been inducted into the Sales & Marketing Hall of Fame in London, is in the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame, and has received The Cavett Award and The Golden Gavel Award.   And he is about to share with you his 5 ingredients of true professionals.   We talk about how to reach your maximum potential.   And Jim tells story after story that made me want to get out of my chair and do something amazing!   So press play and let’s chat… and learn from one of the world’s absolute BEST.   ============================   HAPPY ENGINEER COMMUNITY LINKS:   > HAPPY HOUR! Live with Zach Register now and join host of The Happy Engineer Podcast, Zach White, in a live webinar for deeper training, career Q&A, and FREE stuff!   > Join our Facebook Group! Get access to bonus content and live coaching as growth-minded leaders build careers together.   ============================   WANT MORE AMAZING GUESTS?   “I love Zach and these amazing guests on The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider following, rating and reviewing the show!    I know it’s a huge favor to ask, but when you follow, leave a 5-star rating, and add an honest review of how these episodes are helping you… it’s a massive benefit for getting the attention of big name powerhouse guests on this show.    On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5-stars, and select “Write a Review.”   Thank you so much.    ============================   Connect with your host, Zach White:   LinkedIn (primary) Instagram Facebook YouTube

How can any engineer build a $1 million dollar business in 3 years or less? What does it take? Is now the time?   Read the full episode summary below.   ============================   MOST POPULAR LINKS:   > Full Show Notes, Resources, & More   > Apply for the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint - Our intensive coaching program exclusively for engineering leaders looking to build your career, balance your life, and BE HAPPY!   ============================   In this episode, meet host of the #1 podcast in the world on thought leadership and international best-selling author of the book, “Finish Line Thinking: How to Think and Win Like a Champion”, Nicky Billou.   Nicky has interviewed over 300 of the world’s top thought leaders. He helps entrepreneurs to apply this timeless wisdom and scale their businesses by 7-9 figures through his own coaching company, eCircle Academy.   You are going to learn the 4 traits you need to build a successful $1 million dollar business in 3 years or less.   And the great news is that these same 4 traits will guarantee you a successful career as well.   So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to make the difference you were born to make!   ============================   HAPPY ENGINEER COMMUNITY LINKS:   > HAPPY HOUR! Live with Zach Register now and join host of The Happy Engineer Podcast, Zach White, in a live webinar for deeper training, career Q&A, and FREE stuff!   > Join our Facebook Group! Get access to bonus content and live coaching as growth-minded leaders build careers together.   ============================   WANT MORE AMAZING GUESTS?   “I love Zach and these amazing guests on The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider following, rating and reviewing the show!    I know it’s a huge favor to ask, but when you follow, leave a 5-star rating, and add an honest review of how these episodes are helping you… it’s a massive benefit for getting the attention of big name powerhouse guests on this show.    On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5-stars, and select “Write a Review.”   Thank you so much.    ============================   Connect with your host, Zach White:   LinkedIn (primary) Instagram Facebook YouTube

** Trigger Warning ** Today’s episode contains dialogue not suitable for children and which may trigger some adults. This content, suicidal ideation, is brief yet vivid, between time stamps 18:12 to 21:16. Listener discretion is advised.   ============================   Authentic Happiness. Effortless Success. Does that sound like something you want? Okay we all do… but HOW?   Read the full episode summary below.   ============================   MOST POPULAR LINKS:   > Full Show Notes, Resources, & More   > Apply for the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint - Our intensive coaching program exclusively for engineering leaders looking to build your career, balance your life, and BE HAPPY!   ============================   In this episode, we go deeper into the HAPPY side of The Happy Engineer than ever before.   You will gain deep insights into how you can move from any emotion into authentic happiness.   And my guest will show you why that shift creates an experience of effortless success.   Meet my friend Robert Mack, an Ivy League-Educated, Positive Psychology Expert, Celebrity Happiness Coach, Best-Selling Author, and Television Host & Producer.   His work has been endorsed by Oprah, Vanessa Williams, Lisa Nichols, and many others including me (your host, Zach White)! You are going to love this man.   Robert coaches individuals from all walks of life - including professional athletes, popular entertainers, senior executives, and everyday people alike - and consults with organizations of all kinds, such as Google, YouTube, Facebook, Twilio, Microsoft, SalesForce, Deloitte Consulting, Capital One, and many others.   So press play and let’s chat… for a blend of ivy-league science and timeless, transcendental wisdom!   ============================   HAPPY ENGINEER COMMUNITY LINKS:   > HAPPY HOUR! Live with Zach Register now and join host of The Happy Engineer Podcast, Zach White, in a live webinar for deeper training, career Q&A, and FREE stuff!   > Join our Facebook Group! Get access to bonus content and live coaching as growth-minded leaders build careers together.   ============================   WANT MORE AMAZING GUESTS?   “I love Zach and these amazing guests on The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider following, rating and reviewing the show!    I know it’s a huge favor to ask, but when you follow, leave a 5-star rating, and add an honest review of how these episodes are helping you… it’s a massive benefit for getting the attention of big name powerhouse guests on this show.    On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5-stars, and select “Write a Review.”   Thank you so much.    ============================   Connect with your host, Zach White:   LinkedIn (primary) Instagram Facebook YouTube

Mark Herschberg, CTO | Author | MIT Instructor, shares essential career skills for engineers. College misses the mark on career success. Importance of skill development and practice. Evolution of education and shifting skill sets. Possibility of a recession in software field and importance of networking. Developing career success skills with small improvements. Significance of career planning and backward approach to problem-solving. Optimizing for life happiness instead of job titles and money.

Why do we fail to reach our goals? Is a lack of desire the real problem? How do you design habits that last?   Read the full episode summary below.   ============================   MOST POPULAR LINKS:   > Full Show Notes, Resources, & More   > Apply for the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint - Our intensive coaching program exclusively for engineering leaders looking to build your career, balance your life, and BE HAPPY!   ============================   In this episode, your host of The Happy Engineer Podcast will share insights on behavior, habits, and accelerating change to reach your goals.   Odds are by now, you have already failed to live up to one or more of your New Year’s resolutions.    If you even had any.   That’s so frustrating, burnout in less than a month! Why do so many intelligent engineers struggle to keep basic commitments and create lasting habits?   And did you know that habits are only level 3 out of the 4 levels of behavior automation in our nervous system?   So press play and let’s chat… you’ll also get Zach’s recommendation of the top 3 books ever written on habits.   ============================   HAPPY ENGINEER COMMUNITY LINKS:   > HAPPY HOUR! Live with Zach Register now and join host of The Happy Engineer Podcast, Zach White, in a live webinar for deeper training, career Q&A, and FREE stuff!   > Join our Facebook Group! Get access to bonus content and live coaching as growth-minded leaders build careers together.   ============================   WANT MORE AMAZING GUESTS?   “I love Zach and these amazing guests on The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider following, rating and reviewing the show!    I know it’s a huge favor to ask, but when you follow, leave a 5-star rating, and add an honest review of how these episodes are helping you… it’s a massive benefit for getting the attention of big name powerhouse guests on this show.    On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5-stars, and select “Write a Review.”   Thank you so much.    ============================   Connect with your host, Zach White:   LinkedIn (primary) Instagram Facebook YouTube

You just got shot in the head. What do you do next? Our guest today completely shocked me with how he handled this exact situation.   Read the full episode summary below.   ============================   MOST POPULAR LINKS:   > Full Show Notes, Resources, & More   > Apply for the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint - Our intensive coaching program exclusively for engineering leaders looking to build your career, balance your life, and BE HAPPY!   ============================   In this episode, meet Lion Goodman, a leader whose near-death experience kick-started five decades of research into the nature of consciousness, developmental psychology, spirituality and healing.   At the age of 26, Lion was shot in the head four times.    He survived.   He has since created the Clear Beliefs Method of trauma-informed therapeutic coaching, which he has taught to more than 500 coaches, healers and therapists around the world.   This powerful practice can eliminate a client’s limiting or negative belief from their subconscious mind, heal a childhood wound, or resolve a trauma from the past in a single session.   You will take away more than a great story from this conversation.    This is an actionable understanding of beliefs and the mind which can change your life forever if you’ll do the work.   So press play and let’s chat… because OH MY GOODNESS he got shot four times!   ============================   HAPPY ENGINEER COMMUNITY LINKS:   > HAPPY HOUR! Live with Zach Register now and join host of The Happy Engineer Podcast, Zach White, in a live webinar for deeper training, career Q&A, and FREE stuff!   > Join our Facebook Group! Get access to bonus content and live coaching as growth-minded leaders build careers together.   ============================   WANT MORE AMAZING GUESTS?   “I love Zach and these amazing guests on The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider following, rating and reviewing the show!    I know it’s a huge favor to ask, but when you follow, leave a 5-star rating, and add an honest review of how these episodes are helping you… it’s a massive benefit for getting the attention of big name powerhouse guests on this show.    On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5-stars, and select “Write a Review.”   Thank you so much.    ============================   Connect with your host, Zach White:   LinkedIn (primary) Instagram Facebook YouTube