พอดคาสท์ Professional Excellence ชั้นนำ (2025)

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Episode 134 – The Trap of Being the “Efficient Engineer” 26:16

3d ago26:16

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You can be busy, productive, and highly praised—and still stall your career. In this episode, Steve and Jake Maxey break down one of the most dangerous traps ambitious engineers fall into: prioritizing speed and execution over real learning. This conversation is about depth, focus, and long-term leverage—not theory, but practical, tactical advice y…

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Prof. Jeevanjyoti Chakraborty on Curiosity, Chaos & Real Education #064 55:11

15d ago55:11

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Let's know what you liked and learnt! In this powerful conversation, Prof. Jeevanjyoti Chakraborty of IIT Kharagpur breaks down something we all struggle with — how to really learn. Most of us study for exams, memorize formulas, follow structured notes… yet never develop the mental muscle of learning on our own. Prof. Jeevanjyoti explains why stude…

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Episode 133 – Stop Chasing Promotions. Start Being Useful. 24:49

10d ago24:49

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Most engineers stall their careers not because they lack talent—but because they stay trapped inside the task in front of them. In this episode, Steve Maxey and Jake Maxey (Owner & Principal Engineer at NLS Engineering) break down why being useful is the real force multiplier in engineering careers. This is not theory—practical, tactical advice on …

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Episode 132 – The Golden Opportunity for Young Engineers to Build Their Careers: Jake Maxey joins “The Construction Corner” podcast with Dillon Mitchell 1:04:48

17d ago1:04:48

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Young engineers keep asking how to get ahead, stand out, or break into the industry. This episode gives them the real playbook. Jake joins Dillon Mitchell on The Construction Corner Podcast to break down how he built his engineering career from zero connections, zero clarity, and zero direction—into a high-impact operator and now founder of NLS Eng…

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Episode 131 – The PE Exam Isn’t Hard; Your Approach Is. 28:05

24d ago28:05

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Passing the PE exam isn’t about being the smartest engineer in the room—it’s about having a strategy. In this episode, Jake breaks down the exact system he used to pass the Power PE while working full-time, raising a family, and refusing to waste months in overbuilt study courses. This isn’t theory—this is practical, tactical advice for engineers w…

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Episode 130 – You’re Not Owed Anything: Reciprocity Is the Real Engine of Your Career 34:02

1M ago34:02

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Intro Most engineers want promotions, recognition, and bigger opportunities—but few understand the real driver behind all of it: reciprocity. In this episode, Steve and Jake break down how giving more than you take, especially early in your career, becomes a force multiplier for visibility, trust, and long-term growth. Not theory—practical, tactica…

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Thinking With Machines: Sense-Making, AI Agents, Future of Work - Prof. Vasant Dhar (#063) 49:18

1M ago49:18

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Let's know what you liked and learnt! In this deep and wide-ranging conversation, Professor Vasant Dhar( @NYUSternBusiness ) NYU professor, AI researcher, investor and author of Thinking With Machines—breaks down how artificial intelligence is reshaping judgment, expertise, work and society. He explains why the future isn’t “AI vs. humans” but huma…

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Episode 129 – If People Don’t “Get It”, That’s On You! 13:03

1M ago13:03

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Engineers love being right. But if no one understands your ideas, your impact stalls. In this episode, Steve and Jake break down the real skill behind influence: reframing. Not theory—practical, tactical advice anyone can apply immediately to make their work land with the people who matter. This is the communication advantage most engineers ignore.…

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Episode 128 – Stop Chasing Salary: Build Skills That Print It 30:18

2M ago30:18

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In this episode, Steve and Jake rip apart the mindset that’s holding most early-career engineers back — obsessing over salary before mastering their craft. Too many engineers chase numbers instead of value. The truth? Your first few years aren’t about the paycheck — they’re about stacking skills, earning leverage, and becoming undeniable. This isn’…

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Episode 127 – What You Do After “No” Defines Your Career 25:30

2M ago25:30

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Every engineer hits a wall. You pitch an idea, chase a promotion, or submit a proposal; then you get a “no.” Most people stop there. But high-impact engineers don’t see rejection as the end. They see it as data. In this episode, Steve and Jake break down how to turn a “no” into fuel for growth, how to ask the right follow-up questions, and how to u…

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Episode 126 – Confidence Wins. Ego Kills. With Chris Stasiuk 1:04:13

2M ago1:04:13

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Ego can make you feel powerful—but it’s killing your impact. In this episode, Jake and Steve sit down with Chris Stasiuk, a former electrical engineer turned leadership coach, to unpack the real difference between confidence and ego. This is not theory—it’s practical, tactical advice for engineers who want to influence others, communicate clearly, …

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Be Wilful. Go Astray. Feel Your Way - Jillain Reilly (#062) 1:12:21

2M ago1:12:21

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Let's know what you liked and learnt! The 10 Permissions: From Stuck to Self-Directed in a Fluid World In this thought-provoking conversation, author and change-maker Jillian Reilly joins Swami to explore her powerful framework — The 10 Permissions — a new rulebook for navigating today’s fluid, unpredictable world. Together, we unpack what it means…

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Episode 125 – Multitasking Is a Myth. Master Task Switching Instead 38:45

2M ago38:45

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Intro: Engineers pride themselves on “handling it all.” But let’s be real—you’re not multitasking. You’re bleeding time and energy through poor task switching. In this episode, Steve and Jake break down why context switching wrecks your focus, how to stop draining your energy every time your attention shifts, and the systems that top performers use…

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Episode 124 – Don’t Be a Paper Engineer with Brooke MacFee 1:01:37

2M ago1:01:37

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In this episode, manufacturing engineer Brooke MacFee joins Jake and Steve to share hard-earned lessons from her path across biomedical, aerospace, and small-scale manufacturing. From taking jobs out of necessity to leading teams before she felt ready, Brooke’s story hits every early-career engineer who’s still finding their footing. This conversat…

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Episode 123 – Your Goals Don’t Matter... Your Inputs Do 31:30

3M ago31:30

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Most engineers chase outcomes—titles, numbers, recognition. But outcomes are a lagging indicator of your inputs. In this episode, Jake and Steve break down how to flip your focus from results to repetition, from motivation to momentum, and from willpower to discipline. This isn’t theory—it’s practical, tactical advice for engineers who want to buil…

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Episode 122 – Decision Volume Beats Decision Perfection 27:13

3M ago27:13

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Most engineers hold themselves back by waiting too long to act. In this episode, Steve and Jake Maxey break down how speed of decision-making drives value in your career and projects. Not theory—practical, tactical advice you can use right now. Key Topics Covered • Why projects bleed money from slow decisions, not big mistakes • How to spot critica…

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Episode 121 – Lead Without Authority: Set the Standard 20:03

3M ago20:03

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Your communication (or lack of it) defines your reputation. Miss updates, ghost clients, or wait for someone else to ask, and you’ve already lost trust. In this episode, Jake and Steve break down why communication is the real differentiator in engineering—and how you can lead without authority by setting standards others can’t ignore. Not theory—pr…

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How To Make Marketing Attribution Work - Scott Desgrosseilliers (#019) 1:00:23

3M ago1:00:23

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Let's know what you liked and learnt! Marketing attribution is one of the toughest challenges for modern marketers — and most get it wrong. In this episode of the ContraMinds Podcast, we sit down with Scott Desgrosseilliers, Founder & CEO of Wicked Reports, to decode what really works in measuring marketing impact. Scott shares his journey of build…

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Episode 120 – If You Think Communication Is a Waste of Time, You’re Wrong 15:11

3M ago15:11

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Most engineers think their job is just to deliver the technical work. Drawings done, analysis complete, box checked. Wrong. The engineers who win long term are the ones who manage stakeholder expectations. That means clear updates, fast pivots, and taking ownership of communication—even when it feels uncomfortable or “not your job.” In this episode…

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Episode 119 – Your Biggest Career Killer? Emotional Outbursts and Slow Execution 25:57

4M ago25:57

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Most engineers don’t fail because they lack technical skills. They fail because they blow up in the moment—or because they move too slow. In this episode, Steve and Jake Maxey break down how to control your emotions when feedback hits hard, why perception trumps reality, and how speed separates leaders from the rest. Not theory—practical, tactical …

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Episode 118 – Stop Talking, Start Solving: The Engineer’s Guide to Raising Issues 16:32

4M ago16:32

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Negativity spreads faster than bad code reviews—and it can tank your career. Too many engineers air frustrations in the wrong place, at the wrong time, and end up damaging trust instead of fixing problems. In this episode, Jake and Steve Maxey break down the real playbook for raising issues without becoming “that person.” Not theory—practical, tact…

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Episode 117 – Action Over Anxiety: The Playbook for Early-Career Engineers 22:52

4M ago22:52

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Stepping into your first engineering job? The anxiety is real—but it doesn’t have to own you. In this episode, Jake and Steve Maxey break down the exact playbook for engineers in their first year on the job. Not theory—practical, tactical advice to cut through the noise, avoid rookie burnout, and start stacking wins that actually build confidence. …

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Neeraj Sagar on Why 50 is the Half Time of Your Professional Career (#061) 1:00:27

4M ago1:00:27

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Let's know what you liked and learnt! Discover how to prepare for the biggest career changes in your 50s with tips on lifelong learning, curiosity, and adapting to the future of work. Start investing in your personal growth and professional excellence now! Essential listening for anyone wondering how to navigate the reality that 50 is just the begi…

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Episode 116: Guest Brian Walch - The 3 Stages of Career Growth: What Engineers Need and Managers Overlook 59:10

4M ago59:10

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Most engineers think career growth is about waiting for promotions or cranking out projects. It isn’t. In this episode, Brian Walch—leadership coach, consultant, and founder of Shift Focus Coaching and Consulting—breaks down the real framework for building a fulfilling career and the role managers play in making (or breaking) it. Not theory—practic…

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Episode 115 - Nice Won’t Make You Better — Truth Will 18:25

5M ago18:25

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Most engineers want feedback—until it stings. Then they explain it away, blame the delivery, or wait for someone “better” to say it. That’s how careers stall. In this episode, I break down how to separate signal from noise, use even the roughest feedback to grow, and stop making your improvement someone else’s responsibility. Not theory—practical, …

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Episode 114 - Still Drowning? You're Addicted to Noise 24:47

5M ago24:47

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Tired of feeling overloaded no matter how hard you work? This episode breaks it down. It’s not about adding more energy—it’s about deleting what doesn’t matter. Jake lays out a ruthless framework for increasing clarity, output, and agency by maximizing your signal-to-noise ratio. Not theory—practical, tactical advice for engineers buried in distrac…

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Episode 113 - We Finally Solved It (You're Welcome) 3:05

5M ago3:05

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You'll definitely want to know what we have discovered in this episode. We're very excited to share this with you all.โดย Steve & Jake Maxey - The Impactful Engineers

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How to Market to Gen Z (The Ultimate Guide)- Srinjoy Das (#018) 1:17:00

5M ago1:17:00

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Let's know what you liked and learnt! In this ultimate guide, we'll dive into the world of marketing to Gen Z, the most digitally savvy generation yet. As a business leader, entrepreneur, or marketer, it's crucial to understand what makes this generation tick and how to engage with them effectively and successfully. In this episode of the Super CMO…

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Episode 112: The Doors Will Come—Will You Have the Key or Just Regret? 35:59

5M ago35:59

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You don’t know which doors you’ll need to open—until they’re locked in your face. And when that moment comes, it’s too damn late to wish you had started building your network. This episode isn’t about “networking.” It’s about regret-proofing your career. Jake and Steve break down the truth engineers don’t hear enough: the relationships you build to…

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Episode 111: How to Ruin a High-Performing Team 18:22

5M ago18:22

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In this episode, Jake and Steve break down a real-world story of a promising project derailed by ego-driven leadership—and how it quietly destroyed the motivation of a high-performing engineering team. If you've ever worked under someone who needed to be the smartest in the room, this one will hit home. Not theory—practical, tactical advice. Key To…

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Why Universities Need To Be Marketable Brands - Burzeen Bhathena, Marketing Director, NMIMS (#017) 1:11:49

5M ago1:11:49

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Let's know what you liked and learnt! Join us on The Super CMO Show, where we dive into the minds of extraordinary individuals who have achieved success in their respective fields. In this episode, we have Burzeen Bhathena, marketing director, NMIMS, a leading educational institution from India. Burzeen shares his personal development journey, from…

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Episode 110: From Friction to Force Multiplier — Traits of Impactful Engineers 40:40

5M ago40:40

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In this episode, Jake and Steve break down the core traits that separate engineers who accelerate teams from those who quietly stall progress. This is a raw, practical conversation about how ego shows up in engineering—and how to replace it with real influence, clear communication, and team-building behaviors that actually get noticed. Not theory—p…

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Episode 109: Guest David Hall - If You Think More Than You Speak, You’re Not Broken—You’re Dangerous 55:50

6M ago55:50

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This one’s for every engineer who’s ever been told to “speak up more” without being given a blueprint. David Hall—author of Minding Your Time and host of The Quiet and Strong Podcast—joins us to dismantle the noise around introversion in the workplace. He’s not here with theory. This is tactical, field-tested insight for deep thinkers who want to l…

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Episode 108: Guest Mark Smith - Fired, Hired, and Thriving — Real Lessons from the Early Career Shitshow 52:59

6M ago52:59

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Episode 108: Guest Mark Smith - Fired, Hired, and Thriving — Real Lessons from the Early Career Shitshow Your first engineering job might suck. It might burn you out, betray your expectations, or end with you getting fired. That’s not a failure—it’s training. In this episode, we sit down with Mark Smith, founder of Bothwell Engineering, to unpack t…

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Episode 107: Learn the Game: Systems, Strategy, and the Equity You’re Missing 24:37

6M ago24:37

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Episode 107: Learn the Game: Systems, Strategy, and the Equity You’re Missing In this no-BS breakdown, Jake and Steve dive deep into what separates high performers from invisible ICs. It's not just about doing the work—it's about building value that compounds over time. From turning templates into leverage, to earning internal loyalty and external …

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Episode 106: Guest Aaron Moncur - If You’re Not Building Energy, You’re Dying at Your Desk 59:40

6M ago59:40

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Episode 106: Guest Aaron Moncur - If You’re Not Building Energy, You’re Dying at Your Desk Guest: Aaron Moncur, Founder of Pipeline Design & Engineering In this episode of The Impactful Engineer Podcast, Jake and Steve sit down with Aaron Moncur—founder of Pipeline Design & Engineering and host of The Being an Engineer podcast—to talk about the car…

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Consent, Compliance And Conversational AI: Marketing's New Reality: Nitin Seth, CEO & Co-Founder, SMS Magic & Conversive 1:07:38

6M ago1:07:38

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Let's know what you liked and learnt! Join us on The Super CMO Show, where we delve into the world of marketing with a special focus on consent-driven marketing, marketing skills needed in the future, life lessons on personal development, excellence, and mastery with Nitin Seth, a renowned expert in the field of marketing, AI and technology. In thi…

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Episode 105 - You’re Good at Your Job. Here’s Why That’s Not Enough 32:54

7M ago32:54

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Episode 105: You’re Good at Your Job. Here’s Why That’s Not Enough In this episode of The Impactful Engineer Podcast, Jake and Steve go deep on the real career tactics that separate average engineers from top performers. No guests. No fluff. Just two seasoned professionals pulling back the curtain on what actually moves the needle—especially early …

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Episode 104 - Your Habits are the Ceiling on Your Career 36:46

7M ago36:46

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Episode 104: Your Habits Are the Ceiling on Your Career In this episode of The Impactful Engineer Podcast, Jake and Steve revisit one of the most important drivers of long-term success: your habits. Whether you’re trying to move up in your role, communicate more confidently, or just feel better every day—this conversation digs into how your lifesty…

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Having A Job Vs Building A Career: Scripting Your Journey To Being Extraordinary 42:30

7M ago42:30

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Let's know what you liked and learnt! Job vs Career: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything If you are a professional, it is vital to recognize that a job is merely a means to a paycheck, whereas a career is a long-term journey of personal growth, learning, career development, personal improvement and mastery. In this video, we'll delve into the…

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Episode 103 - They Don't Need a Hero, They Need a Reply 29:16

7M ago29:16

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Episode 103: Your Habits Are the Ceiling on Your Career In this episode of The Impactful Engineer Podcast, Jake and Steve dive deep into the daily habits that separate high-performing engineers from the rest. Technical skill might get your foot in the door, but it’s your personal systems—your sleep, your diet, your routines, your communication styl…

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