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On today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, the Martins discuss vibe killers and how to deal with difficult people and situations in professional spaces. We have all dealt with difficult people in our social and professional circles. It is really easy to let them bring us down but it is much better to learn to manage those annoyances without allowing them to get us to that point. Drew speaks on a book he has read that speaks on how we distribute our energy. They also speak on the importance of setting boundaries and not allowing anyone to cross those limits no matter who or what.  #Sidebar — Have you ever had to end a business relationship because you felt disrespected? Did money or respect win?  Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, the Martins pull from a poll on LinkedIn and let the listeners pick the topic for this episode. Torie speaks on the approach she uses for leveling up and how there is one key action word that helps move her from point A to point B. Collectively, Torie and Drew give listeners a roadmap with tools that can be used to stay on track when moving toward a major goal. Did you know that some goals can be difficult to accomplish simply because of the initial approach?  #Sidebar — Does your tribe (your people) push you toward your goals or do they detract you from them?  Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, the Martins discuss why it is counterproductive to compare your pace to others. They also recall some instances where they’ve fallen victim to making those comparisons and how they were able to snap out of it. Do you know how defining your unique “WHY” can help you? If you’ve been comparing yourself to others, this is the episode you need to shake yourself out of it and focus on your OWN race.  #Sidebar — When taking an exam, are you usually one of the first to finish or one of the last?  Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, the Martins introduce an important concept for job seekers to adopt called “reverse interviewing”. Drew and Torie put on their acting hats and roleplay by giving examples of methods anyone can use to determine if a company is a good fit for them with focus on “WIIFM '' (what’s in it for me?). Interviews can be nerve wrecking right? Well, they are changing the way others should view the job interviewing process by providing good questions to use during ‘reverse interviews’. If you put an employer on the hot seat, interviewing becomes less intimidating!  Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, the Martins discuss difficult conversations that are inevitable in professional spaces and the impacts of avoiding vs. facing them head on. Keeping in mind what they’ve learned from the book Crucial Conversations, they think back on their approach and what should have been done differently. There is no doubt, many of these conversations happen to be #AwkwardAF.  Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, the Martins are leaving Human Resources and back at it with a new topic. Drew and Torie are on a mission to bust some of the myths that most people don't seem to talk about concerning their kind, engineers. If you’ve been put in a box or misjudged because of your degree, let's talk. We are all here to learn together. They also share what is going to be so “crucial” in the episodes to come. Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, the Martins want to know how the bad apples continue to get promoted to the top. Have you ever reported your manager just to find out ‘he,she or they’ eventually got promoted long after you’ve left the company? Although very frustrating and confusing, Tia sheds light on why these types of scenarios occur within companies more often than not. If you were wondering about the crucial questions you should ask during an interview before getting into something that you didn't sign up for, Tia has you covered.  Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Stay in the loop, follow us on IG & Twitter: @theengineer_ish Questions & Comments: (205) 549-3447 Guest Email: barksdale32@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, the Martins get into the deets on HR tips n’ tricks with Tia Barksdale. She highlights some of the reasons why employees should pay closer attention to their employees handbook. It could just be your saving grace if you are pulled into Human Resources for ANY reason. Torie brings up an important term she was introduced to when moving to Georgia, ‘Employment at Will’ which is new to Drew. Tia schools listeners on all that they need to know and so much more!  Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Stay in the loop, follow us on IG & Twitter: @theengineer_ish Questions & Comments: (205) 549-3447 Guest Email: barksdale32@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, the Martins shed light on scenarios when the idea of a two-week notice can be tossed out the window. Later in the segment, they land in Human Resources. Have you ever had questions, comments, or concerns for human resources that you were too afraid to voice because you didn’t want to rattle the cage in your organization? This episode is for you. The Martins welcome a long-awaited guest, Tia Barksdale the all-knowing Human Resources guru and career coach!  Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Stay in the loop, follow us on IG & Twitter: @theengineer_ish Questions & Comments: (205) 549-3447 Guest Email: barksdale32@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, the Martins speak on their most memorable resignation experiences. Torie explains why two-week notices and exit interviews would also be beneficial in personal relationships. Drew also recants some of his most eloquent resignation experiences and how he was traumatized into thinking two weeks' notice was his only option. If you’ve ever left a job or plan to, you’ll want to tune in to this 3 part series of resignations and HR tips n’ tricks.  #Sidebar — Have you ever emailed a two-week notice?  Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Stay in the loop, follow us on IG & Twitter: @theengineer_ish Questions & Comments: (205) 549-3447 Guest Email: barksdale32@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, The Martins pick up with guest Angelica Kantos. In part 2, she shares great questions for job seekers to ask when an interviewer asks “do you have any questions for us”. If you want to be saved from potentially making the wrong decision in saying ‘YES’ to a new company, you'll want to listen to both parts with no skips! Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Stay in the loop, follow us on IG & Twitter: @theengineer_ish Guest socials: LI:https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelicakontos/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode of Engineerz N ish, The Martins speak about their feelings of being new in a work environment, what makes them feel comfortable and on the flip side uncomfortable. In a two-part segment, they welcome a guest who has 20 years of experience rolling out corporate training programs at numerous organizations. Angelica Kontos gives tips on what to look for that can make your life less stressful before making a decision to start at a new company including red flags. Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Stay in the loop, follow us on IG & Twitter: @theengineer_ish Guest socials: LI:https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelicakontos/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices