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Leaders – Make Yourself Replaceable
As technology continues to progress and we get more and more automation, many jobs will be replaced by technology. For many people, this is scary. So why am I suggesting you make yourself replaceable? Simple – it’s the right thing to do. I’m not talking about doing lame jobs that can be done by a […]
There are “Rough Waters” Ahead – You Can Weather the Storm
Virus, fears, uncertainty, sickness, isolation, quarantine… No doubt, what we’re dealing with right now as individuals, families, communities, nations, and the world is quite troubling. The coronavirus and its vast reaches are having huge impacts on life as we know it. It’s a storm on economics, finances, mental health, physical health, businesses, education, and more. […]
Conflict Can Build Trust
Can conflict really build trust in people and teams? Absolutely. In fact, I would say that one of the best indicators of a team that trusts each other is the amount of conflict in the team. When I share this with people, often they get confused. Isn’t conflict a bad thing? In many instances, yes, […]
Remote Work and Education – It’s Time to Shine
I’ve always been a pretty big fan of flexible work options and remote work. It’s been nice to have the ability to do it when I’ve been sick, traveling, or taking care of other business. While not possible for all job roles, remote work can have a lot of benefits. I feel the same way […]
Just Because You Can’t See the Change, Doesn’t Mean It’s Not Happening
If ice is at 20 degrees Fahrenheit, it is solid ice. If ice heats up to 31 degrees Fahrenheit, it remains solid ice. Yet with a temperature change of just one more degree – from 31 to 32 degrees Fahrenheit, ice begins to melt. Before this point, the ice was heating up and gaining energy, […]
Hitch On a Mentor Early in Your Technical Career
There are few things that are as important to your personal development as finding good, supportive mentors in your career.
Are Engineers Creative? Why Yes, Yes They Are
Wait just a second – if engineers were creative, wouldn’t they have decided to be artists, writers, or some other “Fine Arts†profession? Wrong! The key word in being creative is right there – to create! Engineers create products, services, and processes that influence people every single day. Whether your work goes into consumer applications, […]
Leadership Opportunities are Possible for All Who Are Willing To Grow
Many people believe in the myth that leaders are born, not made. This is not true. Leadership is possible for you if you will put in the necessary work.
Hey Engineers – Being a Good Communicator Isn’t as Hard as You Think
“Engineers don’t have good communication skills.” I hear this all the time, and it’s a myth. Let’s bust it and talk about ways to improve.
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