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Happy Thanksgiving!
In this episode, I dive deep into a transformative week that reshaped my understanding of both success and setback in the coaching world.
After a grueling week filled with coaching sessions and missed opportunities with potential clients, I share a personal story that reignites my passion for coaching. The highlight comes from an unexpected message of gratitude from Bruno, a former podcast guest and coaching client, whose success story is both inspiring and a testament to the effectiveness of our coaching program.
As Thanksgiving approaches, I reflect on the profound impact of gratitude in both personal and professional growth, and extend a special Black Friday offer exclusively to my podcast listeners.
Are you ready to transform setbacks into comebacks? Can a simple message change the course of your week?
Listen now and discover how to harness the power of gratitude to fuel your career and personal growth.
So press play and let’s chat… what are you truly thankful for this season?
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Are your meetings boosting your team’s productivity or just eating away at your time?
In this episode, I delve into a topic that resonates deeply with every engineering manager out there: meetings.
Often seen as a necessary evil, meetings can either be a productivity powerhouse or a profound time sink. Drawing from insights gathered from our blueprint program, I discuss how critical effective meetings are to an engineering manager's career.
We explore how even a 5% improvement in meeting effectiveness can significantly amplify your impact over time.
So press play and let’s chat about mastering your meetings and magnifying your impact!
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Get the free summary doc from today’s episode here!
When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational development actions and key points you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our intensive coaching program, exclusively for engineers.
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In this episode, meet the best communication coach I’ve ever worked with, my good friend Brenden Kumarasamy.
Brenden is the Founder of MasterTalk, and a top communication coach to ambitious executives and entrepreneurs.
He has a huge vision, and to accomplish it built an incredible set of free tools and resources which is shared with his following of 30+ thousand aspiring communicators on YouTube. Brenden’s vision is providing free access to communication tools for everyone in the world.
We build on the basics from episode 093, where Brenden shares simple exercises you can begin practicing today to become a Top 1% Communicator in your industry.
This is the next level, a true Masterclass on communication skills and the powerful story of a leader who started without those skills.
So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to take the catalyst of your growth, communication skills, to the next level!
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1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational insights you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our exclusive coaching program for engineering leaders, The Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint™️.
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Are you letting comfort hold you back from the success you deserve?
In this episode, I dive into the power of stepping out of your comfort zone to ignite growth in your engineering career.I share real stories from three coaching clients who faced barriers, all rooted in the desire for comfort, and the impact that breaking free from this zone had on their success.
Learn about the “C4 Lifestyle”—Crush Comfort, Create Courage—and why pushing past comfort zones is a game-changer for career acceleration.
We’ll talk strategies to overcome imposter syndrome, take bold steps, and stay focused on your goals despite internal resistance.
So press play, and let’s chat…are you ready to blow up your comfort zone?
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2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our intensive coaching program, exclusively for engineers.
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In this episode, meet Mister Productivity himself, Mark Struczewski.
If you want to finish the year strong and maximize your chances of promotion and top performance reviews, pay attention.
Mark is a Houston-based coach and host of The Mister Productivity™ Podcast. He brings over 1,300 episodes and 13 years of experience in productivity training to help leaders conquer overwhelm.
Drawing from simple examples like his daily running routine, he offers practical strategies to overcome distractions and achieve clarity in your life.
I also share one of my breakthroughs when it comes to productivity, the Productivity Impact Principle, only available here on the audio podcast in my solo debrief.
So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to move faster toward what you want to achieve with your life!
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When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational insights you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our exclusive coaching program for engineering leaders, The Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint™️.
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In this episode, I dive into a powerful shift in mindset around time, sparked by an incredible lesson I learned from a high-level mastermind event.
We often say time is more valuable than money, but do we truly live by that? I reflect on how we, especially as engineering leaders, prioritize money and overlook time, and how that mindset might be costing us in the long run.
I also share three essential principles about time, compounding growth, and why time freedom always precedes financial freedom.
This episode is all about taking action now to build the life and career you dream of—before it’s too late.
So press play and let’s chat… about how time is your most valuable asset and how to make it work for you!
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2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our intensive coaching program, exclusively for engineers.
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In this episode, get the one key that unlocked the best performance review of Curtis Mitchell’s career.
It’s not what you think it is, either.
Curtis Mitchell is a graduate of The Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint™️ coaching program for engineering managers. He has over 15 years of experience in data science and software engineering roles.
He was told his performance was below average, and unacceptable, by his leaders at various Silicon Valley startups.
When he finally landed a role at NASA's Ames Research Center, a dream job for the 12-year old inside, he knew he had to turn that around.
That’s when he hired a coach, changed his mindset, took new actions… and received the best performance review of his career.
Curtis is currently working on AI and privacy engineering programs with the United States Census Bureau as an emerging technology fellow, and now lives in San Francisco, California.
So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to unlock your future growth with one simple strategy!
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3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our exclusive coaching program for engineering leaders, The Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint™️.
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In this episode, I dive into the challenges of performance reviews and how to shift your approach to accelerate your next promotion.
I share a story about Daniel, an engineering leader who felt stuck in his career, frustrated by seeing his peers get promoted while he remained in the same role. The key insight? It’s not about constantly asking what gaps you need to close—it’s about demonstrating that you’re already performing at the next level.
By shifting the conversation with leadership from "what's missing" to "what more can I contribute at the next level," Daniel unlocked new growth in his career. I’ll walk you through how to make this same shift.
So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to elevate your promotion strategy!
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2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our intensive coaching program, exclusively for engineers.
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In this episode, we look at the underestimated value of taking strategic career breaks with Laura Nguyen, author of “Career Break Compass: Navigating Your Path to a Balanced Life Through Intentional Time Off.”
Laura is an experienced marketing executive with an extensive background in data-driven marketing, digital marketing and communications for Fortune 500 companies. She is also a certified executive coach, helping mid-career, high-achieving leaders go from burned out to balanced.
Her book shares practical steps to plan and execute a fulfilling and career-enriching break, and how structured time off can lead to significant gains in productivity and personal well-being.
The challenge of maintaining career momentum and drive amidst chronic overwork and lack of work-life balance is a serious issue for many mid- and senior-level professionals. Career breaks are increasingly recognized as essential for long-term career success and personal happiness, yet many don’t pursue them for fear of professional repercussions.
So press play and let’s chat… Laura’s insights will offer strategies and practical advice for intentional career pauses that enhance both personal and professional growth!
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When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational insights you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our exclusive coaching program for engineering leaders, The Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint™️.
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Are office politics holding you back from achieving your full potential as an engineering leader?
In this episode, I dive into the often dreaded topic of office politics and why they are crucial to your career growth as an engineering leader.
I share real-life examples, like my conversation with Matthew, a Senior Manager who felt stuck and frustrated by the politics in his company.
Here's the catch — it's not the politics that holds you back, it's your mindset toward them.
Together, we'll explore how to shift your perspective, step into the political arena with integrity, and build influence, one person at a time. Plus, I give you practical tips, including how asking the right questions can change everything.
So press play and let’s chat… It’s time to turn office politics into your secret weapon for career success.
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Episode 186 - Matt O’Neill
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In this episode, my guest Matt O’Neill teaches us that happiness is a choice, even when life gets tough.
Matt is is global leader in happiness education, teaching audiences how to live a life of 'Conscious Happiness' and now having impact over 100,000 people worldwide. His work includes the "Good Mood Revolution" book and podcast where he explains the importance of conquering negative thought patterns while embracing habits that lead to a happier life.
Matt's teaching isn't just theory, it's tested in the real world too. Matt and his wife have 4 young children and they run two successful businesses with $8 Million in revenues and over 80 employees. Living by the happiness principles he teaches, his company is recognized as the #1 company to work for in South Carolina.
Matt's unique approach to choosing good moods, even in the face of adversity, resonates deeply with each of us.
So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to unlock your potential for lasting happiness!
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When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational insights you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our exclusive coaching program for engineering leaders, The Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint™️.
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Are hidden productivity thieves slowing down your career progress?
In this episode, I dive into a critical topic that’s affecting many engineering leaders today: facing uncertainty and fear.
Over the past few months, I’ve had countless conversations with professionals who are feeling the squeeze of an unpredictable economy, career challenges, and the pressure to succeed amidst growing doubts.
Whether it’s a looming layoff, a difficult job search, or navigating career pivots, the fear of the unknown is real. But here’s the truth: the greatest leaders are those who can create certainty in the face of uncertainty.
I’ll share actionable strategies to build confidence, shift your mindset, and turn challenges into opportunities for growth.
So press play and let’s chat…how do we find confidence when fear tries to take over?
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When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational development actions and key points you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our intensive coaching program, exclusively for engineers.
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In this episode, you’ll see what career transformation looks like with Bruno Yoshioka, graduate of the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint, my intensive coaching program for engineering leaders.
Bruno is currently a Principal Software Engineering Manager at Microsoft working on Microsoft Intune, a cloud-based endpoint management solution. He joined Microsoft out of college in 2014 after completing undergraduate degrees in computer science and music performance.
Throughout his 10+ years of working at Microsoft, he has experienced ups and downs from burnout to great success and elation, and found himself at one of those low points in late 2023.
That’s when he silenced the skeptic in his head, and joined a community of like-minded engineering leaders in coaching and training for career growth and lifestyle design.
He’ll share how he changed his mindset from fixed to growth, renewed his energy, created extreme clarity in his purpose and vision, and overall transformed the quality of his work life…
In just ninety days.
So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to get off the bleachers and into the arena of your life!
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3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our exclusive coaching program for engineering leaders, The Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint™️.
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Are hidden productivity thieves slowing down your career progress?
In this episode, I dive into the five thieves of your productivity—those sneaky forces that derail your progress without you even realizing it.
From the lack of clear priorities to energy mismanagement, each thief subtly steals your efficiency, leaving you overwhelmed and frustrated.
I'll walk you through each one, sharing practical insights on how to identify and combat these productivity killers.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re working hard but not getting anywhere, this episode is for you.
So press play and let’s chat… about taking back control of your productivity!
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When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational development actions and key points you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our intensive coaching program, exclusively for engineers.
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In this episode, we talk with Christopher Belcastro, a high performing and focused CTO with global leadership experience managing large, diverse engineering projects & teams.
Christopher is one of us. He has over a dozen years of product development experience in power electronics for mission critical power protection applications.
If you want to be known for your ability to transform organizational performance, driving revenue and operating results for your company, then stick around because that’s what Christopher is known for.
But it didn’t come easy. After being told by HR when he was a new engineering manager that, “people don’t like working for you,” he had to make major adjustments or go down in flames.
Spoiler alert, he’s a successful CTO now, and he shares those lessons learned with you today.
A coach at heart, Christopher loves to give back to the global engineering community.
So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to take the plunge over your growth edge!
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When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational insights you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our exclusive coaching program for engineering leaders, The Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint™️.
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In this episode, I tackle the tough topic of layoffs and what to do if you find yourself suddenly out of a job.
I share some hard truths about how layoffs can happen to even the most talented engineers and how it's not a reflection of your worth or abilities.
You'll learn why it's crucial to avoid falling into the trap of endless resume polishing and instead focus on engaging your network and having real conversations that open doors.
I also offer practical advice on how to stay sharp and avoid the mindset pitfalls that can keep you stuck.
So press play and let’s chat… Let’s turn setbacks into comebacks!
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When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational development actions and key points you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our intensive coaching program, exclusively for engineers.
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In this episode, meet Dr. Romie Mushtaq, author of the “The Busy Brain Cure” and creator of the BrainSHIFT protocol.
Her magic power is to help you find focus, tame anxiety, and sleep again.
Dr. Romie is a regularly featured medical expert analyst on Fox News in Orlando for Fox News and Good Day Orlando.
Every engineering leader I know will want to hear this conversation, including my personal breakthrough in the debrief.
Are you stuck in a success-stress cycle? Is chasing a dopamine high driving you toward procrastination? Find out today, and how to heal yourself naturally.
A traditionally trained neurologist and MD with additional board certification in Integrative Medicine, Dr. Romie completed her medical training at the Medical University of South Carolina, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and University of Michigan (Go Blue!).
So press play and let’s chat…it’s time to cure your busy brain!
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When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational insights you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our exclusive coaching program for engineering leaders, The Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint™️.
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In this episode, I dive into the common trap many engineering managers fall into when they pursue career growth the lazy way: by working harder and longer hours.
We explore Rahul's journey, a dedicated engineering manager who achieved success through hard work only to find himself overwhelmed and burned out. Through Rahul's story, I highlight the importance of shifting from an individual contributor mindset to a leadership mindset, focusing on strategic delegation, and prioritizing tasks that matter most.
This episode is all about understanding the pitfalls of the “work harder” mentality and embracing a smarter, more sustainable approach to career advancement.
So press play and let’s chat about how to level up without burning out!
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When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational development actions and key points you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our intensive coaching program, exclusively for engineers.
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In this episode, I chat with my good friend and fellow coach, Jeff Perry, about the power of intention.
In his new book, “The Intentional Engineer,” Jeff shares how to design a life and career with intention, how to shift your mindset, create clarity in what you want, and where it all fits in your zones of genius.
We talk about a three-letter word that embodies the growth mindset, moving beyond the golden rule, and the core statements that define (and can limit) our potential.
Jeff is a mechanical and software engineering leader turned leadership coach for engineers. His unique approach helps you create clarity on your goals, take ambitious action, make intentional career moves, and level-up fast.
So press play and let’s chat…it’s time to be intentional about your next career step!
> Full Show Notes, Resources, & More
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“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 powerhouse guests on this show.
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Thank you so much.
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Are you stuck in your job search and unsure if a recruiter is enough to help you succeed?
Listen now and discover how coaching can transform your job search and boost your career!
When you’re ready, here are three ways I can help you build your engineering career:
1. Engineering Career Accelerator™️ Scorecard … foundational insights you can check, score, and apply immediately to stand out and excel at work.
2. Join us at Happy Hour … a limited-attendance LIVE monthly workshop where we dig deep into career growth strategies and provide 1:1 open coaching for you at the end of the session.
3. Work with me directly … start with a free chat and ensure it’s a great fit, then work with me and my team privately in our exclusive coaching program for engineering leaders, The Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint™️.
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In this episode, I tackle a common misconception in the career journey: the difference between a recruiter and a coach.
Many engineering leaders and managers come to our coaching organization, Oasis of Courage, seeking help without realizing they might need coaching instead of recruiting. I dive into the key differences between these two roles, explaining why recruiters find people for jobs, while coaches help you become the best candidate for your desired role.
I also discuss the importance of having a comprehensive job search strategy that includes but isn't limited to recruiters.
You'll hear real-life examples of how coaching can accelerate your career transition, boost your confidence, and help you avoid the pitfalls of desperation.
So press play and let’s chat about making your next career move with the right support system!
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