You are not alone. Most engineers become engineers because we they are 1) Analytical 2) Detail oriented 3) Hate making a mistake or being wrong
There-in lies the problem. Anything new, despite all the training, all analysis, all research will still have an element of the unknown. That is why...
I have found that success came when, instead of worrying about making the right decision, I focussed on making the decision right.
I worked as a Director of engineering for 16 years and then took the plunge into starting my business in consulting in a completely different industry. I felt...
A mentor(s)
COVID has caused many people to feel a burnout and burnout induced state of apathy. Nothing abnormal. Millions are feeling it. Having friends, mentors, support system helps. Friends, family, co-workers...anyone who you can reach out to
To answer your question, yes, in the first job ever, it can normal to do basic items that not related to your field of study. My first job as a "design engineer" had no design work. It was boring detailing work. I was so frustrated as I expected exciting challenges to work on. When I went to...
Great advice from several folks. Congrats on owning a business that has 5 employees. Not many people can claim that, so you should be very very proud.
As an engineer turned entrepreneur myself, I have 3 main suggestions
1. Seek a business coach or mentor. SBA (Small Business Association)...
