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184: Give Me 90 Days and I’ll Give You a Career Transformation with Bruno Yoshioka | Principal Manager at Microsoft

by Max Ahumada | Sep 2, 2024 | Podcast

In this episode, you’ll see what career transformation looks like with Bruno Yoshioka, graduate of the Lifestyle Engineering Blueprint, my intensive coaching program for engineering leaders.

Bruno is currently a Principal Software Engineering Manager at Microsoft working on Microsoft Intune, a cloud-based endpoint management solution. He joined Microsoft out of college in 2014 after completing undergraduate degrees in computer science and music performance.

Throughout his 10+ years of working at Microsoft, he has experienced ups and downs from burnout to great success and elation, and found himself at one of those low points in late 2023.

That’s when he silenced the skeptic in his head, and joined a community of like-minded engineering leaders in coaching and training for career growth and lifestyle design.

He’ll share how he changed his mindset from fixed to growth, renewed his energy, created extreme clarity in his purpose and vision, and overall transformed the quality of his work life…

In just ninety days.

So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to get off the bleachers and into the arena of your life!

183: These 5 Common Thieves Are Stealing Your Productivity

by Max Ahumada | Aug 26, 2024 | Podcast

In this episode, I dive into the five thieves of your productivity—those sneaky forces that derail your progress without you even realizing it.

From the lack of clear priorities to energy mismanagement, each thief subtly steals your efficiency, leaving you overwhelmed and frustrated.

I’ll walk you through each one, sharing practical insights on how to identify and combat these productivity killers.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re working hard but not getting anywhere, this episode is for you.

So press play and let’s chat… about taking back control of your productivity!

179: Beware the Lazy Engineer’s Way to Promotion

by Max Ahumada | Jul 29, 2024 | Podcast

In this episode, I dive into the common trap many engineering managers fall into when they pursue career growth the lazy way: by working harder and longer hours.

We explore Rahul’s journey, a dedicated engineering manager who achieved success through hard work only to find himself overwhelmed and burned out. Through Rahul’s story, I highlight the importance of shifting from an individual contributor mindset to a leadership mindset, focusing on strategic delegation, and prioritizing tasks that matter most.

This episode is all about understanding the pitfalls of the “work harder” mentality and embracing a smarter, more sustainable approach to career advancement.

So press play and let’s chat about how to level up without burning out!

178: Without This Intention You Will Suffer the Certainty of Misery with Jeff Perry | Engineering Career Coach

by Max Ahumada | Jul 22, 2024 | Podcast

In this episode, I chat with my good friend and fellow coach, Jeff Perry, about the power of intention.

In his new book, “The Intentional Engineer,” Jeff shares how to design a life and career with intention, how to shift your mindset, create clarity in what you want, and where it all fits in your zones of genius.

We talk about a three-letter word that embodies the growth mindset, moving beyond the golden rule, and the core statements that define (and can limit) our potential.

Jeff is a mechanical and software engineering leader turned leadership coach for engineers. His unique approach helps you create clarity on your goals, take ambitious action, make intentional career moves, and level-up fast.

So press play and let’s chat…it’s time to be intentional about your next career step!

177: Why Recruiters Do Not Find Jobs for People | Career Transition Coaching

by Max Ahumada | Jul 15, 2024 | Podcast

In this episode, I tackle a common misconception in the career journey: the difference between a recruiter and a coach.

Many engineering leaders and managers come to our coaching organization, Oasis of Courage, seeking help without realizing they might need coaching instead of recruiting. I dive into the key differences between these two roles, explaining why recruiters find people for jobs, while coaches help you become the best candidate for your desired role.

I also discuss the importance of having a comprehensive job search strategy that includes but isn’t limited to recruiters.

You’ll hear real-life examples of how coaching can accelerate your career transition, boost your confidence, and help you avoid the pitfalls of desperation.

So press play and let’s chat about making your next career move with the right support system!

176: How Elite Communication Can Increase Your Income with Ty Hoesgen

by Max Ahumada | Jul 8, 2024 | Podcast

In this episode, meet Ty Hoesgen. An elite communication coach, 2X best-selling author, and the Founder of Advanced Growth Institute, Ty helps professionals communicate with confidence, charisma, and clarity.

If you want more respect, more opportunities, and more money, communication is the key to unlock a new level.

Motivated by his struggles as a shy, awkward kid growing up on a farm, Ty has spent many years and thousands of hours researching, practicing, and experimenting in order to master the world of communication.

Determined to make others’ journeys less painful than his own, he dedicated his life to figuring out the success formula for communication skills.

Ty now uses this formula to help people change their lives as quickly as possible — introverts, extroverts, and people of all skill levels. He’s currently helped over 300 people radically improve their communication skills.

So press play and let’s chat… it’s time to go from low level implementation to high level communication!

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