LAUNCHING January 2025

Signature Foundations Course 

Essential Skills for New Engineers

Embark on a journey from academia to the corporate world with our Signature Foundations Course - Essential Skills for New Engineers. This course is meticulously designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the complex landscape of a corporate environment successfully. Drawing from real-life experiences, successes, and failures, this course provides an invaluable roadmap for seamlessly transitioning from the college campus to the professional realm, ensuring that you hit the ground running from day one.

The curriculum covers a wide array of topics, including understanding corporate structure and politics, mastering business writing and essential technology skills, developing interpersonal and professional acumen, and cultivating a healthy work-life balance through proper nutrition, sleep, and exercise. You'll also gain valuable insights into financial planning, including 401k and investment strategies, as well as navigating the intricacies of pay, promotions, and healthcare benefits. Moreover, you will learn the art of networking, finding mentors and sponsors, collaborating with colleagues, setting career goals, and strategically planning your professional development, including deciding when to consider pursuing graduate school or explore new opportunities.

Don't spend your early career years learning through trial and error; instead, invest in yourself and your future by enrolling in the Foundations Course. Armed with the knowledge and skills gained from this comprehensive program, you'll be empowered to confidently embark on your professional journey, sidestep common pitfalls, and accelerate your path to success in the corporate world. Take the first step towards a thriving career!

Get started writing your own extraordinary journey

Your career doesn’t advance with grand, isolated achievements… it’s about making small advancements each and every day.

What you’ll get

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    Access to 7 chapters and over 30 modules, this course provides a robust and comprehensive learning experience, empowering you with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the corporate world from day one.

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    Gain an understanding on corporate pay structures, how and when to negotiate pay. Understand and learn about promotions; what they signify, and how you earn a promotion.

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    Learn proven strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance, optimizing your nutrition, sleep, and exercise habits to ensure peak performance and long-term well-being.

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    Understand what well-rounded set of skills are crucial for success in the corporate world, including business writing, essential technology proficiencies, interpersonal communication, and professional etiquette.

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    Receive guidance on critical career decisions such as when and how to pursue graduate studies, the timing and strategy for switching companies, and identifying opportunities for professional growth. Learn how to find mentors, understand company policies, and navigate office politics to enhance your career trajectory.

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    Understand how to select and use employer sponsored benefits. Learn strategies for financial planning including 401k and typical investment options. Learn how to evaluate healthcare options and pick the best plan for your situation.

What’s inside

Your Tribe

Building Professional Relationships: Learn the art of networking and building a strong professional network. Gain insights into understanding your boss's expectations and working style, finding and leveraging mentors, collaborating effectively with colleagues, and identifying and cultivating relationships with sponsors who can champion your career growth.

Future Forward

Develop a roadmap for continuous learning and professional development to stay ahead in your field. Learn how to use a Grad School Decision Matrix to make informed decisions about pursuing advanced degrees. Discover when and how to strategically think about switching companies, setting career goals and milestones, and seeking out challenging projects and roles to propel your career forward.

Launch Pad

Embark on your professional journey as an engineer with confidence. This introductory section sets the stage for your transition from academia to the corporate world. Discover the key differences between these two environments and learn how to decode the corporate system. Gain insights into adapting to new cultural norms and develop the mindset necessary for success in this exciting new chapter of your career.

Corporate Playbook

Corporate Dynamics Mastery: Gain a deep understanding of how corporations function, the crucial role of Human Resources, and the importance of navigating company policies and office politics to thrive in your professional environment.

Skill Stack

Essential Professional Skills: Master the fundamental skills necessary for success in the corporate world, including effective business writing, email etiquette, messaging, and calendaring. Develop strong interpersonal, professional, and communication skills while learning how to get hyper-organized, take initiative, lead efforts, and solve problems efficiently.

Life HQ

Cultivate your life: Develop the personal traits essential for success and learn how to design a fulfilling financial life. Discover strategies for maintaining optimal physical, social, emotional, and spiritual health while mastering the crucial art of unplugging and taking quality vacations. Gain the tools and confidence to navigate major personal life decisions and quests.

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • We are hoping to Launch this course during the Summer of 2024.

  • This course was specifically designed for engineers and scientists, and those new professionals who have less than 3 years of experience, or those with more experience who do not feel like they have fully launched into their careers yet.

  • We anticipate most students can complete all course modules in about 8 hours.

  • No. You can skip around to the sections you find most helpful.

  • College is over - and this course doesn't qualify for any credit or provide a certificate.

  • No. The course is pre-recorded, and all sessions are available as soon as you begin.