Mentally Checked Out? How Aaron Moncur Rediscovered Joy in His Work

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Engineer Your Success

Dr. James Bryant

221 episodes

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Engineer Your Success is the podcast for engineering leaders and technical professionals who want to master the leadership, communication, and mindset skills that drive measurable results—so you can win at work and at home.

Hosted by Dr. James Bryant, PhD, PE, this show gives you the tools to navigate the real-world challenges of engineering leadership—from leading teams and making confident decisions to setting boundaries and preventing burnout.

Whether you’re an aspiring manager or a seasoned executive, you’ll get actionable strategies to help you grow your influence, advance your career, and enjoy a meaningful personal life—without sacrificing what matters most.

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• Leadership for engineers and technical teams
• Delegation, decision-making, and strategic thinking
• Resolving workplace challenges and conflicts
• Work-life integration and personal growth
• Building strong teams and effective communication

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Mentally Checked Out? How Aaron Moncur Rediscovered Joy in His Work | EP 204

Engineer Your Success

33 minutes 47 seconds

3 months ago

Mentally Checked Out? How Aaron Moncur Rediscovered Joy in His Work | EP 204

Feeling mentally checked out at work? Struggling with workplace disengagement or wondering how to regain work motivation? In this episode, Aaron Moncur—engineer, entrepreneur, and host of the Being an Engineer podcast—shares how he went from feeling burned out at work to rediscovering joy by changing how he approached his engineering career. His story is a powerful reminder that even small, intentional shifts can reignite your energy and transform your career and life.

You’ll learn:

* Why losing your spark is often a sign to re-evaluate—not walk away entirely.
* The simple but powerful principle Aaron used to find joy at work again.
* How autonomy and trust fuel creativity, productivity, and positive workplace culture.
* Practical ways to build a team culture that drives employee engagement.
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Mentioned in this episode:

* Aaron Moncur – Founder of Pipeline Design & Engineering
* Aaron’s podcast: Being an Engineer – engineering career advice and leadership tips
* PDX: The Product Development Expo (October 21–22)

Take Action:

If you’re feeling burned out or disengaged in your job, don’t settle—get curious. Identify one thing that’s draining your energy, and make a small, deliberate change this week to move toward work that fuels you.
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