Episode: Building Blocks

Engineering Fields of Dreams
Engineering Fields of Dreams
Episode: Building Blocks
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In this episode Jake Felser, CTO at Freight Farms, shares his journey from playing with legos blocks to becoming a technology engineering leader. Jake shares building blocks for success and reviews his career experience of the last 15 years.

He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and embracing challenges to grow professionally. Jake’s offers advice to focus on long-term success over short-term gains, pursue opportunities that make a positive impact in the world, and develop a deep understanding of your chosen field. Jake believes that people who truly understand their domain will always have a place in the workforce, even with the rise of AI.

Some key takeaways from the episode include:

  1. The importance of always being curious and learning.
  2. Balancing work-life while maintaining a growth mindset.
  3. Learning from difficult professional situations.
  4. Embracing challenges as part of the journey to success.