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In this episode, we talk with Matthew Cristi, a talented design engineer at KPFF Consulting Engineers and a dedicated First Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. Matthew shares his unique journey of juggling a dynamic engineering career while serving in the Air Force Reserves. He also reveals the secrets of effective networking skills for career growth and offers practical advice for young engineers aiming to make their mark in the industry.
***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.***
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Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Matthew:
- What values and influences do you believe drove your motivation and focus, resulting in your successful early career?
- Is your uncle a structural engineer for Disneyland?
- Were you the ASCE Student Chapter President at CSUN during your undergrad?
- How has your networking skills from your time as ASCE president at CSUN continued to impact your career, and what advice do you have for engineers about effective networking skills?
- What tip would you give engineers who want to expand their network?
- After Stanford, what led you to join the Air Force, and how have those unique experiences impacted your engineering career?
- As a design engineer, how does your work designing military bases in the desert fit into your schedule and team dynamics?
- During weekend training for readiness, do you also work on projects, calculations, and blueprints, or is it primarily physical training?
- What advice would you give young engineers starting out or seeking to make a significant impact in their field?
Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Networking Skills That Will Contribute to Engineering Career Growth:
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