EPISODE · Jun 17, 2023 · 28 MIN
CEA – Energy Engineer to Entrepreneur with Sol Rosenbaum
from The Civil Engineering Academy Podcast · host Isaac Oakeson
If you’ve ever thought of going into management roles or even venturing out on your own and starting your own firm, then this will serve you well. My guest today is Sol Rosenbaum, who went from engineer to manager to firm owner in his 17+ years in the energy field. He dives into each one of these roles to help you understand their pros and cons and decide what’s a better fit for you. Check this out! 😉 Tune in to Learn: Tips for engineers who want to start their own business, from a firm owner himself The biggest business mistake Sol made when starting his own firm that you should avoid 4 reasons engineers don't start their own business — plus a simpler alternative to try Considering a master's degree? There's one thing you need to know before you go for it The 2 main certifications in the energy engineering world — and it’s not the LEED The biggest challenge with implementing energy-efficient projects The most common software tools used in the energy efficiency industry you should learn Challenges engineers face going into management — and how to decide if it's for you Our Partners: Audible Namecheap Resources Mentioned: Certified Energy Manager (CEM) CertificationAssociation of Energy Engineers LEED Certificatione Quest Energy Software Fannie Mae Green Financing Program Freddie Mac Green Advantage Loan Program SBA 504 Green Loans Connect With Sol: LinkedIn The Engineering Mentor CEA Resources: Website The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses FE and PE Practice Exams Free Facebook Community YouTube Channel Free Newsletter Instagram Twitter [email protected]
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If you’ve ever thought of going into management roles or even venturing out on your own and starting your own firm, then this will serve you well. My guest today is Sol Rosenbaum, who went from engineer to manager to firm owner in his 17+ years in the energy field. He dives into each one of these roles to help you understand their pros and cons and decide what’s a better fit for you. Check this out! 😉 Tune in to Learn: Tips for engineers who want to start their own business, from a firm owner himself The biggest business mistake Sol made when starting his own firm that you should avoid 4 reasons engineers don't start their own business — plus a simpler alternative to try Considering a master's degree? There's one thing you need to know before you go for it The 2 main certifications in the energy engineering world — and it’s not the LEED The biggest challenge with implementing energy-efficient projects The most common software tools used in the energy efficiency industry you should learn Challenges engineers face going into management — and how to decide if it's for you Our Partners: Audible Namecheap Resources Mentioned: Certified Energy Manager (CEM) CertificationAssociation of Energy Engineers LEED Certificatione Quest Energy Software Fannie Mae Green Financing Program Freddie Mac Green Advantage Loan Program SBA 504 Green Loans Connect With Sol: LinkedIn The Engineering Mentor CEA Resources: Website The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses FE and PE Practice Exams Free Facebook Community YouTube Channel Free Newsletter Instagram Twitter [email protected]
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