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S4E46 Jeff Perry | The Intentional Engineer

Being an Engineer · 1 Dec 2023 · 54m · Episode 46

What this episode covers

Jeff Perry, a leadership and career expert, discusses his book The Intentional Engineer, which guides technical professionals toward purpose-driven careers through mindset shifts and alignment. He explains the concept of moving from work-life balance to life-work alignment, using the case study of Kim, a PhD engineer who transitioned to technical program management to better integrate her passion for mountain biking and leadership. Perry also details his 'genius zone' framework, helping readers identify their unique combination of skills and flow states to maximize impact and satisfaction in their roles.

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