MPEP-E19: Balancing Parenthood and the PE Exam

There is nothing quite like finding out that you are becoming a parent to light a fire under anyone with significant goals. Many of the engineers I’ve had the privilege of supporting in the last few years became highly motivated to pass the PE exam prior to the arrival of a new baby. This is undoubtedly a wise approach as the addition of a new person in your life brings about a reorganization of priorities, and rightfully so. As a recent father myself, I have a newfound appreciation for how challenging studying can be with a little one in the house. Some days it is hard to get around to washing the dishes, much less carve out blocks of time for deep critical thinking.