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EPISODE · Jun 14, 2024 · 33 MIN

DeFEating the Odds: A Student’s Battle with the Civil FE Exam

from The Civil Engineering Academy Podcast · host Isaac Oakeson

Failed the Civil FE Exam once? Twice? Five times? Well, "don't waste a failure." That’s a mantra Ryan Turley adopted to pass this thing on his 5th attempt! 😲In this episode, Ryan shares his emotional story of perseverance, from hitting rock bottom and doubting if he was “good enough” for engineering to finally becoming an EIT. If you've been struggling with the FE, Ryan's journey speaks directly to you…and he offers invaluable tips to overcome these repeated setbacks.Tune in to Learn:His experience failing the Civil FE Exam 3 times while still in schoolReaching rock bottom after failing it the 4th time aroundHis successful 5th attempt (and how to get back on your feet after a failure)3 top-notch tips for repeat takers to get over this humpThe mindset you should have when answering the exams questionsWhat changes should you make in your studying after a failed attempt?His strategy for taking practice exams (and what they help you with)Why is the Civil FE Exam so difficult?Are the FE Exam questions tricky…on purpose?What he enjoyed about The Ultimate Civil FE Review CourseWhat having the EIT initials does for you and your careerWhy does he recommend The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course?How much prep do you need for the FE, and how decides it?🤝 OUR PARTNERS:AudibleBuilt Bar☑️ Resources Mentioned:The Ultimate Civil FE Review CourseCivil FE Practice Exams (Vol. 1 & 2)FE CBT Exam SimulatorCivil PE Review Course UpdateFE Civil Exam, by NCEES"Don't Waste a Failure," by Nick SabanHarding University📧 Connect With Ryan:LinkedInInstagram🎁 Freebies:The 5 Best FE ResourcesThe Civil PE Startup Guide📚 Exam Prep Resources:Main WebsiteThe Ultimate Civil FE Review Course The Ultimate Civil PE Review CourseFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Breadth Practice ExamsPE Depth Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam Simulator⁠📱 Connect With Us:Free CEA CommunityYouTube [email protected]

Failed the Civil FE Exam once? Twice? Five times? Well, "don't waste a failure." That’s a mantra Ryan Turley adopted to pass this thing on his 5th attempt! 😲In this episode, Ryan shares his emotional story of perseverance, from hitting rock bottom and doubting if he was “good enough” for engineering to finally becoming an EIT. If you've been struggling with the FE, Ryan's journey speaks directly to you…and he offers invaluable tips to overcome these repeated setbacks.Tune in to Learn:His experience failing the Civil FE Exam 3 times while still in schoolReaching rock bottom after failing it the 4th time aroundHis successful 5th attempt (and how to get back on your feet after a failure)3 top-notch tips for repeat takers to get over this humpThe mindset you should have when answering the exams questionsWhat changes should you make in your studying after a failed attempt?His strategy for taking practice exams (and what they help you with)Why is the Civil FE Exam so difficult?Are the FE Exam questions tricky…on purpose?What he enjoyed about The Ultimate Civil FE Review CourseWhat having the EIT initials does for you and your careerWhy does he recommend The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course?How much prep do you need for the FE, and how decides it?🤝 OUR PARTNERS:AudibleBuilt Bar☑️ Resources Mentioned:The Ultimate Civil FE Review CourseCivil FE Practice Exams (Vol. 1 & 2)FE CBT Exam SimulatorCivil PE Review Course UpdateFE Civil Exam, by NCEES"Don't Waste a Failure," by Nick SabanHarding University📧 Connect With Ryan:LinkedInInstagram🎁 Freebies:The 5 Best FE ResourcesThe Civil PE Startup Guide📚 Exam Prep Resources:Main WebsiteThe Ultimate Civil FE Review Course The Ultimate Civil PE Review CourseFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Breadth Practice ExamsPE Depth Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam Simulator⁠📱 Connect With Us:Free CEA CommunityYouTube [email protected]

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Failed the Civil FE Exam once? Twice? Five times? Well, "don't waste a failure." That’s a mantra Ryan Turley adopted to pass this thing on his 5th attempt! 😲In this episode, Ryan shares his emotional story of perseverance, from hitting rock bottom...

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