Breaking Down Impostor Syndrome for Ambitious Engineers
“It’s not what you are that holds you back, it’s what you think you are not.” ~ Denis Waitley Impostor syndrome is a common struggle. We all have it — at least to some degree. And those who don’t think they have it at all are probably just too prideful to recognize or admit […]
3 Essential Skills for Engineers to Become Proficient at Selling
Many engineers are incredibly smart, skilled people who can figure out how things work and fix them when they break down. A well-spoken engineer can sell their products or services like nobody’s business. It doesn’t matter if they are pitching an idea or defending the work they’ve done on behalf of their company in […]
Don’t Fall off Mt. Stupid
This is a guest post by Jacob Valentien, PE In my previous article, I spent some time writing about the four major components for optimizing your career development. I wanted this article to focus on the Experience and Continual Learning components. Have you ever heard of the Dunning-Kruger effect? Well, don’t feel bad, most folks […]
Confidence = Decisiveness + Commitment + Resourcefulness
In my last article, I talked about calling forth your confidence. We all have confidence — it’s simply hard to find it sometimes. Especially amidst the chaos, negativity, scarcity, and all of the other problems that we face on a daily basis. But that’s the whole game, isn’t it? To be able to shine with […]
What Does Hostage Negotiation Have to Do With Consulting Engineers? – Ep 146
In this episode of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I talk to Dan Oblinger about hostage negotiation. Dan explains how hostage negotiation fits into consulting engineering and also provides five specific ways that engineering firms should look at to evaluate their negotiation and communication abilities. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Dan: […]
Who Knows What You Know? – Your Voice Matters!
Last month we discussed Continuous Learning, growing together as teachers and students, deepening our commitment to sustained personal and professional growth. As our COVID-19 response continues to mature, the AEC industry is rapidly advancing new ways of communicating, learning, and delivering projects. As we Zoom from meeting to meeting (cheesy pun intended), it is easy […]
Be Wary of the Echo Chamber
A few years ago, I attended a conference sponsored by the Florida Engineering Society. The keynote speaker was retired astronaut Story Musgrave. Story is a powerful speaker, and I tremendously enjoyed the many tales of his unparalleled career. One particular story that he shared struck a chord. Story was the astronaut who worked on the […]
How to Network Effectively as a Civil Engineer — Even as an Introvert – Ep 136
In this episode of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I am going to give you three actions that you can use to network effectively and build relationships.
A Young Female Civil Engineering CEO Shares Her Story – Ep 134
Take ownership of your career and never assume that others will push your career forward. At the end of the day, you are the only person who can drive things forward.
Becoming a Well Rounded Civil Engineering Professional – Ep 128
In episode 128 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, which is our third episode in our Women in Civil Engineering series, I visit with Michelle Briehof, P.E. who is a project manager at Maser Consulting. Michelle talks about some of the non-technical aspects and actions you can take as a civil engineering professional to build confidence and […]
