Stefanie Reichman, a civil engineer and customer success manager at Bluebeam, shares her journey from civil engineering to construction management to her current role in tech. She discusses the importance of being open to career pivots and not being afraid to fail exams. Stefanie emphasizes the value of industry experience in roles like customer success management and the importance of networking and personal branding when transitioning careers. She also highlights the benefits of remote work and the flexibility it provides for work-life balance and creativity.
In this conversation, Stefanie Reichman and Katelyn discuss the importance of finding the right work environment and being open about personal needs and preferences during the job search. They also talk about Stefanie’s mission to help professionals pivot in their careers and find fulfilling work. They share tips and tricks for using Bluebeam software and highlight the impact it has had on the construction industry. Stefanie emphasizes the importance of giving oneself permission to explore different career paths and being vocal about one’s needs and goals.
Takeaways
• Be open to career pivots and don’t be afraid to explore new opportunities.
• Industry experience is valuable and can be leveraged in different roles and industries.
• Networking and personal branding are important when transitioning careers.
• Failing exams is not uncommon and should not discourage you from pursuing your goals.
• Remote work offers flexibility and can enhance work-life balance and creativity. Finding the right work environment is crucial for job satisfaction and success.
• Being open and honest about personal needs and preferences during the job search can save time and lead to a better fit.
• Stefanie’s mission is to help professionals pivot in their careers and find fulfilling work.
• Bluebeam software has had a significant impact on the construction industry and offers various features and functionalities.
• Giving oneself permission to explore different career paths and being vocal about needs and goals is essential for personal and professional growth.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction to Stefanie Reichman
6:15 Getting her PE
15:00 Advice for pivoting with an Engineering Degree
21:30 What is a CSM?
26:56 What is it like at Bluebeam & being fully remote?
45:15 Bluebeam Tricks
51:00 Advice for Young Professionals
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanie-reichman/
Career Pivot Guide: https://pensight.com/x/stefaniereichman
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Editing and Motion Graphics: Gus Bernal
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