Real Tips on Achieving Work-Life Balance in Civil Engineering – Ep 240
In this episode, I talk to Douglas Teiger, FAIA, a highly experienced AEC professional with over 40 years in the field, about how civil engineers can achieve a healthier work-life balance and maintain their well-being while navigating the demands of the engineering industry. ***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.*** Here Are […]
The Intersection of the Built-World and Digital Technologies
Image by creativeart on Freepik Civil engineers are designers and builders of many things in the built environment, including roads, bridges, dams, and ports. No matter the asset, maintenance is required. However, the way that maintenance plans are put together and communicated to owners is changing. Today, I would like to summarize some […]
Cloud Infrastructure Management: The Ultimate Guide for Software Engineering Teams – Ep 021
In this episode, I talk to Surya Oruganti, founder and CEO at Argonaut, a software development firm specializing in cloud automation. Surya’s expertise lies in revolutionizing app deployments and cloud infrastructure management, reducing mobilization time from months to minutes, and in this episode, we talk about how their platform achieves this and the benefits it […]
How to Balance Professional Development with Team Leadership as a Geotechnical Engineer – Ep 079
In this episode, I talk about how to balance professional development activities while effectively managing or leading your team as a geotechnical engineer. You can view the video version for this episode here. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About How to Balance Professional Development with Team Leadership as a Geotechnical […]
How to Think Strategically and Be a Successful Engineer – Ep 306
In this episode, we talk with Donnell Duncan, P.E., S.E., an accomplished author, captivating speaker, and associate vice president at Arcadis, about some of the challenges and opportunities that engineers encounter in our rapidly evolving marketplace, and how you can adapt to these changes by thinking strategically. ***The video version of this episode can be […]
The Power of Curiosity: How to Develop a Curious Mind and Achieve Success
Isn’t she adorable? Take a moment to ponder what this little lady is up to. Do you suppose she wonders what things look like upside-down—even if she’s never heard the term? Or maybe she’s thinking about trying a headstand she saw in a yoga class? Unlikely. Or maybe she’s just curious about her world. Have […]
How Effective Project Management Strategies Can Help You to Stay on Track and Deliver Results – Ep 021
In this episode, I talk with Viswanathan Raju, PgMP, PMP, LSSBB, a seasoned project management professional, who shares some invaluable insights on effective project management. We explore the core components of effective project management strategies, ranging from communication and coordination with stakeholders to managing project constraints and achieving success within budget and timelines. ***The video […]
Exploring Success and Growth in Your Structural Engineering Career Journey – Ep 106
In this episode, we talk with Roger Kodsi, P.Eng, a structural engineer at The Engineering Company Ltd, about his experience working for both small and large firms. Get ready for a fascinating conversation about the dynamics of fieldwork versus office work, the advantages and disadvantages of big firms versus small firms, and the importance of […]
How Preconstruction Planning Can Improve Efficiency and Reduce Costs in Civil Engineering – Ep 239
In this episode, I talk to Steve Dell’Orto, the founder and CEO of ConCntric, a preconstruction platform that is transforming the fractured preconstruction environment by unifying data, people, and processes. We talk about evolving industry challenges and why it is so important to make preconstruction planning a top priority. ***The video version of this episode […]
There Is an Epidemic You Probably Don’t Know About
Image by gpointstudio on Freepik “The most important things in life are the connections you make with others.” ~ Tom Ford The U.S. Surgeon General recently put out an advisory that calls for attention to an urgent public health issue. The issue: Social connection and its importance for individual and community health. It’s […]