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Feb 2024
33m 21s

Unlocking Potential by Finding Passion i...

Anthony Fasano, PE and James Taylor
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In this episode, I talk with Dr. Bellandra Foster, P.E., about finding one’s passion and purpose in engineering and making career decisions based on those factors. She also shares insights on coaching, the overlooked costs of being a boss, and the importance of family and self-time. ***The video version of this episode can be viewed […]

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