EPISODE · Jun 13, 2022 · 24 MIN
Tara McFarland’s Adventure: Civil Engineer, Geological Engineering, Dam Engineer
from That's a Job? Podcast with Nate Clayberg · host Nate Clayberg
In this episode, we talk to a former engineer now turned coach, that found her way to helping others now after having some great experiences in a very technical profession. However, she learned that technical skills do not prepare you for leadership roles as you climb the company ladder. We will listen to Tara’s account of how others had plans and ideas for her life that she followed. From being told to be an engineer because she was good at math and the path that took. She did find purpose in her work overseeing many Dams in the western part of the US, but she wondered if she was an imposter or fraud when she was placed in some roles. She had to act qualified to do them, not for others, but for herself. A feeling that many of us tend to have in our professions. The links to reference from this episode: Tara on Facebook Tara on Linkedin Tara on Instagram https://createconversationllc.com/ --- Continue to enjoy this journey, share, and subscribe to 'The That's a Job? Podcast' on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. The That’s a Job podcast is presented by Career Adventure Academy - Discover the work you are wired to do. Do you know a high school student looking to figure out their next step after graduation? CHECK OUT THE NEW COLLEGE & CAREER DISCOVERY COURSE, get lifetime access at www.nateclayberg.com Let the Adventure Begin! Nate Clayberg is a COLLEGE & CAREER NAVIGATOR that has guided hundreds of students to envision their future to purposeful life beyond education. Connect with Nate Clayberg on Social Media: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter This podcast is a need10 Media production www.nateclayberg.com
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In this episode, we talk to a former engineer now turned coach, that found her way to helping others now after having some great experiences in a very technical profession. However, she learned that technical skills do not prepare you for leadership roles as you climb the company ladder. We will listen to Tara’s account of how others had plans and ideas for her life that she followed. From being told to be an engineer because she was good at math and the path that took. She did find purpose in her work overseeing many Dams in the western part of the US, but she wondered if she was an imposter or fraud when she was placed in some roles. She had to act qualified to do them, not for others, but for herself. A feeling that many of us tend to have in our professions. The links to reference from this episode: Tara on Facebook Tara on Linkedin Tara on Instagram https://createconversationllc.com/ --- Continue to enjoy this journey, share, and subscribe to 'The That's a Job? Podcast' on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. The That’s a Job podcast is presented by Career Adventure Academy - Discover the work you are wired to do. Do you know a high school student looking to figure out their next step after graduation? CHECK OUT THE NEW COLLEGE & CAREER DISCOVERY COURSE, get lifetime access at www.nateclayberg.com Let the Adventure Begin! Nate Clayberg is a COLLEGE & CAREER NAVIGATOR that has guided hundreds of students to envision their future to purposeful life beyond education. Connect with Nate Clayberg on Social Media: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter This podcast is a need10 Media production www.nateclayberg.com
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