Kerron Duncan is a transformational technology executive, author, and speaker with over two decades of experience in STEM, digital transformation, and automation. As a co-founder of Career Factory 360, he has guided and coached countless professionals and early-career individuals, helping them navigate career challenges, build leadership skills, and harness technology for success. Kerron actively supports initiatives that empower underrepresented talent in STEM. In this book, he shares insights from his career, offering practical strategies to help professionals take control of their paths and excel. Kerron's passion for mentorship and innovation continues to inspire future leaders. Dr. Malika Grayson-Duncan is a global speaker, author, and engineering leader. She combines her experience in academia and industry leadership into specialized topics for professional development, mentorship, and career planning. She is the author of the best-selling book, HOODED: A Black Girl's Guide to the PhD, which follows her experience through her doctoral journey and has been a contributing author to several other publications. Malika is also the co-founder of Career Factory 360, an organization dedicated to increasing the number of successful STEM professionals by building a structured and inclusive career pipeline and equipping individuals in the earliest stages with mentoring, training, and resources needed to thrive.