Mentorship, Entrepreneurship and Taking Back Control of Your Career with Andrew Dominguez

In this episode of The Level Design Podcast, we dive into the challenges and opportunities shaping the engineering and architecture fields today. Our guest, Andrew, shares his journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, offering insights into the evolving landscape of mentorship, the lasting impact of COVID-19, and the growing shift toward entrepreneurial models. He discusses the knowledge gap created by economic downturns and emphasizes the importance of leadership, connection, and fostering a positive work culture. Andrew also reflects on the emotional toll of traditional work environments and explores how community, collaboration, and open-mindedness can pave the way for a more balanced and fulfilling future in the industry. Connect with us: The Level Design Podcast is a podcast for Architects and Engineers who want to thrive in this industry by creating more freedom, fulfillment and financial security. Join us in uncovering how to restore value and honor to the unique people who choose to be designers and caretakers of our built world and why it’s essential to the future of our society, our industry, and our planet. Chapters 03:56 The Knowledge Gap in Engineering 07:01 Impact of COVID-19 on Work Culture 10:07 Challenges of Entrepreneurship 12:58 The Importance of Leadership and Connection 16:00 Andrew's Journey to Entrepreneurship 18:56 The Disconnect in Engineering Training 22:07 The Role of Level in Supporting Engineers 24:57 Emotional Drain and Work-Life Balance 28:07 The Future of Collaborative Work 31:02 The Fear of Entrepreneurship 33:56 The Power of Community and Collaboration 36:57 The Value of Mentorship and Learning 40:00 Taking Back Control of Your Career 43:08 The Importance of Youthful Thinking 46:06 The Future of Work and Corporate Structures Podcast website: ⁠https://www.leveldesignpod.com⁠ Get involved: ⁠https://leveldesignpartners.com