Planning and Execution: One Isn’t Enough
Through my work at the Engineering Management Institute, I have worked with many engineering companies with a focus on helping them grow their business. One of the biggest pitfalls that I have observed among these companies is the failure to be able to plan AND execute. Most companies can do one of these really well, […]
Getting Involved in the Community: How Mentorship Shapes Future Industry Leaders
How can we get involved in influencing communities and help grow the next generation of STEM professionals? Exposure significantly affects many students’ future education and career goals. Initiatives such as mentorship programs, internships, and collaborative educational projects invest in students’ growth and cultivate a pipeline of diverse, skilled individuals poised to make meaningful contributions to […]
Engineer Your Impact: Strategies for Community Engagement and Outreach
“Service is the rent we pay for the privilege of living on this earth.” ~ Shirley Chisholm Engineering is a field that thrives on innovation, problem-solving, and making the world a better place through technology. While engineers are known for their technical prowess, their skills and expertise can extend beyond their professional work and […]
Applications of Drones in AEC
As engineering professionals, we continually seek innovative ways to improve our industry, enhance efficiency, and ensure the safety of the public. In recent years, the utilization of drones (unmanned aerial vehicles) has emerged as a very useful technology with significant implications in AEC. Today, I would like to summarize some of our top episodes from […]
Want to Add Richness to Your Career and Your Life? Get a Mentor
I always enjoy writing for EMI because they challenge me to think, explore, and grow. This week’s topic on mentoring certainly does that. Where does one start on “mentoring”? Amazon has more than 30,000 titles on “mentor.” There’s lots of stuff out there. Before you get lost in that information, check out these two pieces […]
Networking Tips for the Apprehensive Engineer
Networking can serve as a powerful tool to expand your professional portfolio. Some engineers would rather do anything but. However, networking doesn’t have to be so scary or burdensome! Do You Avoid Large-Scale Networking? I confess. As an introvert who feels overstimulated in large crowds, I dread the “typical” networking scenario of making small chit-chat […]
Mentorship in Engineering: How to Find and Cultivate a Transformational Relationship
Image of Drazen Zigic on Freepik “Show me a successful individual and I’ll show you someone who had real positive influences in his or her life. I don’t care what you do for a living — if you do it well, I’m sure there was someone cheering you on or showing the way. A […]
How Mentorship Guides the Path to Engineering Success
Image by pch.vector on Freepik “A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself.” ~ Oprah Winfrey In the dynamic world of engineering, mentorship is the compass that guides emerging and seasoned professionals alike toward engineering success. As we embark on this exploration of mentorship’s transformative role, we’ll unveil the essential […]
Applications of Technology to Enhance Public Safety
As engineering professionals, we have a responsibility to protect the safety, health, and welfare of the public. Part of this duty entails inspection and maintenance of existing infrastructure. Some jurisdictions require inspection and maintenance at periodic intervals to ensure that the public is kept safe while in and around these assets. For example, New York […]
Every Time You Say These 10 Words to Yourself You Are Killing Your Productivity
“It will be quicker if I just do it myself.” Have you ever said this to yourself? These 10 seemingly innocuous words have come back to haunt many engineering managers (and their firms). Most professionals today approach work in a very reactive manner. A task or request comes across their desk and they jump on it, […]