
About this episode
In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, host Seth Tandett answers questions from students at Virginia Tech about career advice and the inspiration behind the podcast. He discusses the benefits of staying with one company for a long time and finding a good fit in terms of culture and values.
Seth also shares the five laws of stratospheric success from the book 'The Go-Giver' and highlights the variety and unique aspects of the concrete industry. He concludes by inviting listeners to visit the podcast website and support the show.
Takeaways
- Staying with one company for a long time can lead to success and higher earnings in the long run.
- Finding a company that aligns with your values and culture is important for job satisfaction.
- The five laws of stratospheric success from 'The Go-Giver' are: value, compensation, influence, authenticity, and receptivity.
- The concrete industry offers a variety of roles and requires knowledge in chemistry, weather forecasting, and engineering.
- Concrete structures are sustainable and built to last, making the industry rewarding for those involved.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Q&A Format
06:41 The Five Laws of Stratospheric Success
14:10 The Variety and Unique Aspects of the Concrete Field
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Episode References
Guest: Virginia Tech CEM Students
Guest Website: https://www.vt.edu/academics/majors/construction-engineering-and-management.html
Book suggestion: The Go-Giver https://thegogiver.com/movement/
Producers: Jodi Tandett
Donate & Become a Producer: https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/support/
Music: Mike Dunton | https://www.mikeduntonmusic.com | [email protected] | Instagram @Mike_Dunton
Host: Seth Tandett, [email protected]
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-tandett/
Website: https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-logic-podcast
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