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DeFEating the Odds: A Student’s Battle with the Civil FE Exam
Failed the Civil FE Exam once? Twice? Five times? Well, "don't waste a failure." That’s a mantra Ryan Turley adopted to pass this thing on his 5th attempt! 😲
In this episode, Ryan shares his emotional story of perseverance, from hitting rock bottom and doubting if he was “good enough” for engineering to finally becoming an EIT. If you've been struggling with the FE, Ryan's journey speaks directly to you…and he offers invaluable tips to overcome these repeated setbacks.
Tune in to Learn:
His experience failing the Civil FE Exam 3 times while still in school
Reaching rock bottom after failing it the 4th time around
His successful 5th attempt (and how to get back on your feet after a failure)
3 top-notch tips for repeat takers to get over this hump
The mindset you should have when answering the exams questions
What changes should you make in your studying after a failed attempt?
His strategy for taking practice exams (and what they help you with)
Why is the Civil FE Exam so difficult?
Are the FE Exam questions tricky…on purpose?
What he enjoyed about The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
What having the EIT initials does for you and your career
Why does he recommend The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course?
How much prep do you need for the FE, and how decides it?
🤝 OUR PARTNERS:
Audible
Built Bar
☑️ Resources Mentioned:
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
Civil FE Practice Exams (Vol. 1 & 2)
FE CBT Exam Simulator
Civil PE Review Course Update
FE Civil Exam, by NCEES
"Don't Waste a Failure," by Nick Saban
Harding University
📧 Connect With Ryan:
🎁 Freebies:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The Civil PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module
📚 Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
FE Practice Exams
FE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator
Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Practice Exam
📱 Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
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Failed the Civil FE Exam once? Twice? Five times? Well, "don't waste a failure." That’s a mantra Ryan Turley adopted to pass this thing on his 5th attempt! 😲
In this episode, Ryan shares his emotional story of perseverance, from hitting rock bottom and doubting if he was “good enough” for engineering to finally becoming an EIT. If you've been struggling with the FE, Ryan's journey speaks directly to you…and he offers invaluable tips to overcome these repeated setbacks.
Tune in to Learn:
His experience failing the Civil FE Exam 3 times while still in school
Reaching rock bottom after failing it the 4th time around
His successful 5th attempt (and how to get back on your feet after a failure)
3 top-notch tips for repeat takers to get over this hump
The mindset you should have when answering the exams questions
What changes should you make in your studying after a failed attempt?
His strategy for taking practice exams (and what they help you with)
Why is the Civil FE Exam so difficult?
Are the FE Exam questions tricky…on purpose?
What he enjoyed about The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
What having the EIT initials does for you and your career
Why does he recommend The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course?
How much prep do you need for the FE, and how decides it?
🤝 OUR PARTNERS:
Audible
Built Bar
☑️ Resources Mentioned:
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
Civil FE Practice Exams (Vol. 1 & 2)
FE CBT Exam Simulator
Civil PE Review Course Update
FE Civil Exam, by NCEES
"Don't Waste a Failure," by Nick Saban
Harding University
📧 Connect With Ryan:
🎁 Freebies:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The Civil PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module
📚 Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
FE Practice Exams
FE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator
Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Practice Exam
📱 Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
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