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Mark Herschberg | Essential Skills for Success They Didn’t Teach in College

Being an Engineer · 21 Apr 2023 · 1h 05m · Episode 16

What this episode covers

Mark Herschberg, author of 'The Career Toolkit' and creator of the Brainbump app, discusses essential non-technical skills for engineers, such as career planning, communication, and navigating corporate politics. He argues that while technical expertise is vital, soft skills like leadership and negotiation provide a higher return on investment for career growth. Herschberg also shares insights on managing personal brand, the difference between leadership and authority, and how to effectively interview candidates.

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established companies

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Companies
MIT, Pipeline Design & Engineering
Products
The Career Toolkit, Brainbump
Tools
Tor

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