The Intentional Engineer: A Guide to a Purpose-Driven Life and Career For Engineers and Technical Professionals

Full disclosure: The author was part of my book coaching group and my wife edited his book, so I'm biased, but I also got a very in-depth view of the book while it was in progress all the way through to completion.Although I'm not an engineer myself, my father was, my brother is, and I've employed dozens of engineers in my business and I almost became one before I realized I didn't have the aptitude for it.What the author has created is a book that is about how to design and create a great life. It's actually a great book for anyone to read, not just engineers, but it's set within the context of engineering, so it's something an engineer can read and say, "Yeah, this author gets me and what I'm all about."This book is not a bunch of fluff, it's not the book equivalent of an inspirational cat poster, it's real, tangible ideas and tools to help you change your life. The author draws on experts from Sakichi Toyoda (founder of Toyota) to Stephen R. Covey to share impactful tips that can make a real difference.The book is also engaging and easy to read. Again, I'm biased, but if I didn't think it was worth your time I would leave a review.

The Intentional Engineer is an outstanding book for any engineer or technical professional interested in taking their career to the next level. The book is full of useful concepts and points of reflection that assist in framing work and personal challenges in an empowering way. I particularly enjoyed the section titled Mindsets Fuel Behavior, Behavior Fuels Results. The accompanying diagrams with the pyramids really drove home the concept. Mindset is fundamental to successful results. This book is a treasure!

I enjoyed reading this book and working through the activities. The book is short and gets right to the point of each thought. I liked the mindset section and activities. I also enjoyed reading the author’s thoughts on Life – Work balance. I would recommend this book to all those entering the engineering workforce and to those in their career at whatever stage of time that might be. This book can help one set their path to find what they would like or maybe like with me remind me that the job I has in one I would be looking for if I was not already in the job.

One of the statements that stood out to me was when the author said he helps his clients build alignment between their career and their lives. I think that's a perfect summary of what this book is designed to do.We all have priorities and things that are important to us in our careers. Taking our personal preferences and strengths and using them to guide us toward a career that is designed just for us seems like such a great way to build a rewarding career and a rewarding life.

If you are anything remotely close to engineering or technology, and want to live a purpose-driven life, this book is exactly what you need.Full of big picture ideas and practical exercises to get you from confusion to clarity. Perfect for people at any age and experience from students to seasoned executives.Go pick this one up now!

This book and the accompanying workbook are great tools to start taking action on career growth, targeted specifically at engineers. It starts with defining who you are and what you want, then building steps to take control of your career growth and progress. Especially good for those of us who let our careers happen to us and wonder how it all happened, this book will lead you through steps to intentionally direct your career and make the most of it.

I’m not an engineer, but I did read every page of this book. And I can honestly say a second title for this book could be “Creating the Intentional Life.”I found so many nuggets of wisdom that I can apply immediately in my life. Here is what you can expect to learn about in this book:-The importance of journaling-The difference between an Outward Mindset and an Inward Mindset-How to achieve career clarity-Identifying your genius zones-Developing a personal brand-Networking and elevator pitches-Accountability partners and accountability contracts-Transformational relationships-The importance of being vulnerable-And so much more!The author shares true stories of how individuals reaped the rewards of intentionality in all areas of life. And each chapter includes powerful exercises that help the reader take their understanding of the concepts in the book to a whole new level.I have already recommended this book to others, and I will continue to do so. ‘The Intentional Engineer’ won’t disappoint! I invite you to start reading it today.

Working within a large tech company, my career had been on autopilot. I simply went where opportunities led, enjoying the paycheck but feeling stuck in a repetitive cycle. Despite occasional learning moments, the excitement of the job had faded, and my usual solution of changing roles seemed futile.Though I had mentors and read self-help books, neither provided lasting solutions. Frustrated, I dismissed the genre altogether.Then came this book—a practical guide to navigating one's career with intention. It emphasizes the importance of clarity and purpose, highlighting the need to ask the right questions to uncover our true aspirations.This isn't just about self-discovery; it's about taking action. By addressing mental blocks and fostering a growth mindset, the book equips readers to craft a fulfilling career aligned with their values and goals.