On this episode, I was joined by Andy Robertson, founder of CQE Academy.

In this episode, Andy outlines 5 steps to becoming an exceptional quality engineer, such as seeking mentorship, taking on challenging assignments, and being a lifelong learner. Andy stresses the importance of honing soft skills for effective leadership and suggest stepping out of the comfort zone by exploring opportunities outside the quality field. The discussion also highlighted the value of certification courses for professional development. Lastly, they recommend several books for personal and professional growth.

00:01 Introduction and Guest Introduction

04:56 #1: Mentors, Mentors, Mentors: The Importance of Mentorship in Quality Engineering

13:48 #2: The Value of Tough Assignments in Professional Growth

18:44 The Power of Lifelong Learning

19:08 #3: The Importance of Lifelong Learning

20:04 The Struggle of Choosing What to Learn

22:28 Balancing Professional and Personal Learning

23:24 #4: The Underrated Value of Soft Skills

27:43 #5: Leaving Quality

29:21 #6 (Bonus) The Benefits of Professional Certifications

Andy's Website: https://cqeacademy.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CQEAcademy