PASSION or GRIT? Which one will help you build the career of your dreams?   And if it’s both, what does that really look like?   In this episode, meet Vice President of Engineering at Boulevard, Dana Sherrell. Her leadership success spans a variety of technology companies including SendGrid, Advatech Pacific, Optivus Technology, and Senior Director of Engineering at Twilio where she oversaw their entire email platform group.   Dana understands the challenges of building technology for massive scale. We’re talking BILLIONS of emails.   She also understands the challenges of building a career for meaning, impact, and happiness in your zone of genius.   One of those challenges is your ego. Dana explains how ego almost derailed her career and how to deal with it. She also gives some sage advice on how passion and grit show up in the workplace.    So press play and let’s chat… it’s time for the genius in you to come out!   Then join The Happy Engineer community online and share your next action step in our free group:   https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehappyengineer    ==========================   For show notes and links from this episode, or to submit a question for host Zach White to answer in a future Q&A, go to:   www.thehappyengineerpodcast.com   ==========================   Ready for promotion, more money, and more FUN in your career? Then let’s chat!   Book your FREE Coaching Session for podcast listeners at www.CareerClarityCall.com   ==========================   Rate, Review, and Follow   “I love Zach and The Happy Engineer Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more engineers -- just like you -- take the next step toward the career and life that they desire. On Apple Podcasts, click our show, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!   Remember, we only spread our message when you share this episode with others that need it. So if you enjoy this podcast, please SHARE it on your social media and tag @TheHappyEngineerPodcast so I can say hi and thank you.    Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. I’ll be releasing a lot of new content including bonus episodes to the feed and, if you’re not subscribed, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Subscribe now!   For all the extras related to this episode, remember to visit:   www.thehappyengineerpodcast.com