Beyond Automation: Leveraging AI in Engineering Without Neglecting Expertise
“Technology is nothing. What’s important is that you have faith in people, that they’re basically good and smart, and if you give them tools, they’ll do wonderful things with them.” ~ Steve Jobs In the dynamic realm of engineering, leveraging AI has ushered in a new era marked by efficiency and innovation. However, as […]
Proven Engineer Retention Strategies for 2024
In this article, I’d like to discuss the alarming rate at which engineering professionals are leaving their firms today. This will continue for some time, but I want to share an image and analogy to help you think through how you can prevent your professionals from “jumping ship.” After talking with some clients recently, I […]
Take Your Learning to the Next Level: Enter the Feynman Technique
Let’s say you want to take a shot at learning something new. Now whether it’s a language, a software, or a college-level calculus problem, the Feynman technique can help you to master any subject. This powerful learning technique is named after the Nobel prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman, who was made famous for his ability to […]
AI in the AEC Industry – It’s Already Here in a Big Way
I recently had the opportunity to attend the Zweig: Minds and Machines Conference in Nashville, TN. The conference was a very interesting, in-depth look into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and the inevitable impact its implementation will have in our industry. It might come as a bit of a shock but at this very […]
Employee Engagement 2.0 and the ‘New Work Covenant’
As I work directly with dozens of executive leaders and speak at conferences and events around the country, I continue to hear a lot of concern about employee productivity and workplace culture and whether to remain hybrid or work flexible. This is the wrong concern. The right concern for those seeking next-level success in this […]
How AI and ML Are Revolutionizing Engineering Design and Construction
As engineering professionals, we continually seek innovative ways to improve our industry, enhance efficiency, and ensure the safety of the public. Today, I would like to highlight some of the themes discussed in Episode 033 of the AEC Engineering and Technology Podcast, where Rob Otani, CTO at Thornton-Tomasetti, and I discussed how AI (artificial intelligence) […]
Navigating Engineering Success: The Power of Effective Goal Setting
“Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible.” ~ Tony Robbins Engineering is a dynamic field, seamlessly blending innovation, problem-solving, and creativity to craft solutions that leave a lasting impact. Within this vibrant landscape, goal setting transcends being merely a task — it acts as a guiding compass, steering […]
Shift Your Focus to Shift Your Relationship with Goal Setting
“You are your own worst critic.” We hear this a lot, but does it have to be true? Do we always have to be so hard on ourselves as we try to make progress and reach new goals? Goal setting, resolutions, making progress, and reflection are things many people do at the turn of a […]
Top Skills Engineers Need to Succeed in the Age of Technology
As engineering professionals, we continually seek innovative ways to improve our industry, enhance efficiency, and ensure the safety of the public. In the continuously changing realm of technology, the convergence of traditional methodologies with cutting-edge technologies has sparked a paradigm shift, necessitating a recalibration of essential skills engineers need to thrive. Today, I would like […]
Mastering Career Balance: A Blueprint for Engineers
An unbalanced engineering career can materialize in several ways, and none of us are immune. Whether we experience too much overwhelm or not enough motivation, here are a few ways we can preserve more career balance. Adjust Your Extrinsic vs. Intrinsic Motivations We have many motivations for working, which is a great thing! On a […]