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Should My LinkedIn Profile and My Resume Have a Motherhood Section?

July 26, 2021 By EMI

This is a guest post by Dr. Rae Taylor

LinkedIn Profile

It’s always been known that having kids can be detrimental to a woman’s career. There is more research that can be cited here that women pay a price for having a family, whether it be reduced promotional prospects or a complete loss of career.

Maybe this is why I’ve always been told not to talk about having or wanting kids. I’ve even been advised to not mention being married and of childbearing age. One charming man once told me he wasn’t going to teach me anything because I would get myself pregnant and then have to leave, so what was the point? Side note here: I taught him Excel, Word, and some other software, but I guess being months from retirement, which he talked about constantly, he wasn’t going to go get himself pregnant, so I was safe in the knowledge that my efforts wouldn’t be wasted.

In the interest of never talking about having kids, let’s talk about motherhood instead, and if that should be on resumes. I haven’t been thinking about this at all while applying for jobs. I’ve been thinking about selling myself in the best possible light to all possible employers. But then the BBC asked me if motherhood belongs on a resume. I said “Yes, it does!’’ But I said it in the way you do when what you mean it, “Someone else should do that and break that glass ceiling for all the mothers out there, but not me, because I actually want a job.”

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Filed Under: Blog, Personal Development and Professionalism Tagged With: authentic LinkedIn profile, career scarring, interviewing for jobs, LinkedIn, LinkedIn for Engineers, LinkedIn profile, Motherhood, motherhood belongs on a resume, Motherhood Section, Rae Taylor, woman's career

What Makes You YOU?

May 17, 2021 By EMI

This is a guest blog by Pamela A. Scott

What Makes You YOU?What do you want to be known for as a professional? Call it personal branding if that phrase means something to you. What do you want your peers, bosses, clients, and professional associates to say about you? 

How can you stand out from the crowd? What differentiates you from your professional associates? 

For seven years, I did the kickoff session for a future leaders program for the Georgia chapter of the American Council of Engineering Companies. Participants were young engineers with a few years on the job. We could have anywhere from 25 to 50 in the room.  

I always asked them to tell me about their company. Every one of them said something along the lines of “we’re the best . . .” Basically, they all said the same thing — engineering and technical skills. 

Then I’d ask what differentiates their firm from others in the room. Silence.  

Let’s take that to the individual level. What makes you YOU? What do you want people to remember about you?  

Here are some ideas to get you thinking about yourself. 

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Filed Under: Blog, Personal Development and Professionalism Tagged With: Differentiating yourself, Hard Work, LinkedIn, Making Small Talk, Pamela Scott, Professional Appearance, remember about you, Smile, stand out from the crowd, Take Initiative, What Makes You YOU

Mastering the 4 Ways to Show Thought Leadership on LinkedIn

January 25, 2021 By Angelique Burns

This is a guest blog by Carl Friesen

LinkedInImagine your ideal client, employer, or business partner has heard about you and wants to learn more. Let’s give this person a name — we’ll call her “Aisha.” She’s someone you want to impress, as she could be the key to your brighter future.

So if she’s interested in learning more about you, how will she do it? Aisha will likely begin by going online, and what will likely show up first about you is your LinkedIn profile.

So ask yourself: Would Aisha be impressed with what she finds there? Will she be reassured that you’re a recognized expert in your field, someone worth her time?

One of the most important ways to show your expertise, so Aisha will take the next step of reaching out to you, is through publishing thought leadership content on your LinkedIn profile.

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It could be content about a new development in your field, such as a new law, regulation, or disruptive technology. Maybe it’s a trend you’ve seen. Or it could be a case study of a project you’ve worked on.

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Filed Under: Blog, Networking/Client Relations Tagged With: Carl Friesen, Content Published Elsewhere, graphic images of content, Link to Content, LinkedIn, LinkedIn articles, LinkedIn profile, Long-form Original Content, providing a short introduction, publication elsewhere, Publications, publish your ideas, publishing thought leadership content, recognized expert, Show Thought Leadership on LinkedIn, Thought Leadership, Visual Appeal

Four Ways To Move Your Career Ahead Through LinkedIn

January 6, 2021 By EMI

This is a guest blog by Carl Friesen

Four Ways To Move Your Career Ahead Through LinkedIn

I have discovered a new way to generate interest and value to my engineering career thanks to sharing my knowledge through professional networks such as Linkedin, although it was not always like that…

I’ve always been a behind-the-scenes kind of person, pleased to be part of an ongoing effort, maybe essential to it, just … quietly. Many of the engineers I work with are like that too — particularly the geotechnical people, whose work is literally buried underground.

So when all this talk about “thought leadership” started bubbling up, as in, “You’ve got to generate thought leadership content to move your career ahead,” I got uncomfortable.

But I’ve found that if I change my frame of reference, it’s easier. I now think of it as being helpful — providing insights that can be useful for someone else. That works for engineers too, because many of them are justifiably proud of their skills, and like to help others.

One of the best ways to build your career, and to help others, is to publish useful content on LinkedIn. It shows that you have contributions to make to your profession, and that you can be the go-to person for your field of specialization.

This is likely to get you noticed by someone looking to hire a professional with your skill set, a prospective client, or a colleague wondering if they should invite you in on a startup they’re planning.

You can learn more about how to work effectively on LinkedIn in the webinar I’ll be leading on EMI on January 12, 2021. One of the topics I’ll cover is how to host content on the platform. But in the meantime, here are four types of “helpful” content:

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Filed Under: Civil Engineering Tagged With: be the go-to person, build your career, Carl Friesen, case study, get noticed, help others, hire a professional with your skill set, how to host content, LinkedIn, Move Your Career Ahead, Newsjacking, publish useful content, Trendspotting, work effectively

TECC 229: Tips and Tricks on How to Leverage LinkedIn for Engineers

August 7, 2020 By EMI

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Tips and Tricks on How to Leverage LinkedIn for Engineers

In this episode, I talk to Justin Nguyen, the founder of GetChoGrindUp, a movement to help students navigate their way through college. We talk about LinkedIn for engineers, how to get started on it, and how to grow your network. Justin also shares some pretty amazing tips with us that will definitely help you to use LinkedIn as a tool that can help you succeed as a professional.

Engineering Quotes:

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Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Getting a 5-Star LinkedIn Profile:

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Filed Under: Personal Development and Professionalism, TECC Podcast-The Engineering Career Coach Podcast Tagged With: About Section, Background Photo, build up your profile, Complete Summary, Connections, education, Headline, Justin Nguyen, LinkedIn, LinkedIn for Engineers, Profile Picture, skills, work experience

How to Seek out Mentorship in Construction and Engineering

February 3, 2020 By EMI

This is a guest blog by Holly Welles

Mentorship in ConstructionIn many professions, it’s easy to find a mentor, primarily when you work with those who have years of experience. Unfortunately, this often isn’t the case for construction workers and engineers, as more and more young people enter the field every year. Mentors are a valuable resource for many as they provide insight, guidance, and career opportunities. Here are a few ways you can seek out mentorship in construction and engineering. 

Mentorship in Construction

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Filed Under: Blog, Personal Development and Professionalism Tagged With: Connections, construction workers, goals, Holly Welles, in-house training, LinkedIn, mentor, Mentorship in Construction, national and local societies, opportunities, social media, type of teacher

5 Tips to Revamp Your LinkedIn Profile and Attract Recruiters

December 2, 2019 By EMI

This is a guest blog by Aditya Sharma

Revamp Your LinkedIn ProfileIf every aspect of our life is marked by the involvement of social media, how can a job search be any different? The platform that has suddenly taken center stage and beaten conventional job search portals is LinkedIn. So, in this article we are going to tell you the top five ways in which you can optimize and revamp your LinkedIn profile to attract recruiters. 

Remember that it’s a platform for professionals. So there is no need to put unnecessary effort into making it look fancy. The only thing you need to ensure is that it looks like the profile of a professional. Here are five things you can do to revamp and optimize your LinkedIn profile:

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Filed Under: Blog, Personal Development and Professionalism Tagged With: Attract Recruiters, Background Picture, Headline Section, LinkedIn, optimizing your LinkedIn profile, platform for professionals, Profile Picture, Profile URL, Revamp Your LinkedIn Profile, social media, Summary Section

TECC 208: Why Engineering Intern Tori Thomas Published Her Disagreement with Her Boss on LinkedIn

August 6, 2019 By EMI

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In this episode of The Engineering Career Coach podcast, I talk to  Tori Thomas, who is a strategic analyst intern at Organica Water about an article she wrote on LinkedIn regarding a disagreement she had with her boss. She explains to us what her goal was when writing the article and how it has affected her, and her internship ever since. We also talk about the passion she has for engineering at such a young age and the importance of using social media in your engineering career for personal branding.

Engineering Quotes:

Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed and Quotes Related to Tori’s Disagreement with Her Boss:

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Filed Under: Personal Development and Professionalism, TECC Podcast-The Engineering Career Coach Podcast Tagged With: Climate Change, Disagreement, Engineering, environment, get your name out there, internship, LinkedIn, Organica Water, relationships, social media, Solve Problems, successful engineer, Tori Thomas, valuable connections

TECC 207: How to Avoid Becoming a Frog in Boiling Water in Your Engineering Career

July 23, 2019 By EMI

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In this episode, I will explain how you can avoid becoming a frog in boiling water in your engineering career. Nobody can predict the future and disaster can strike at any time in your career and that is why you should always strive to minimize risks in your career by being prepared for the absolute worst.

Engineering Quotes:

Here Are 5 Action Steps You Can Take to Avoid Becoming a Frog in Boiling Water:

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Filed Under: Personal Development and Professionalism, TECC Podcast-The Engineering Career Coach Podcast Tagged With: Build a Strong Network, certifications, Engineering Career, Expertise, Frog in Boiling Water, goals, LinkedIn, Measure your progress, professional associations, professional development, social media, Soft and Core Skills, stability in your career, Training and Development, volunteer

3 Actions Engineering Professionals Can Take to Build Their Personal Brands

June 3, 2019 By EMI

This is a guest blog by Nader Mowlaee

Personal BrandsLike all other career professionals, engineers should constantly be evolving in order to move forward in their careers and reach the ultimate goals they are pursuing. There are however some aspects of career advancement that typically happen outside of normal working hours, and the standard education and training path, such as personal development efforts focused on personal brands. This might include picking up a new book to read, taking an online 3D design course, or starting a coding Bootcamp.

Personal brands related actions are different because they enable you to communicate and promote who you are and what you’re destined to do. Such actions allow you to build an online presence, showcase your engineering design portfolio, or even influence other professionals in your field to follow your lead.

Most engineers feel uncomfortable when attempting to build their personal brands. So in this article, I’ll share three simple but important personal branding actions that you can take to enhance your short-term job search results and long-term career aspirations. These three steps will help you in both finding engineering jobs and ultimately finding yourself in a career that matches both your unique skill set and your personality.

Here are three actions related to personal brands that may be helpful in your engineering job search or career journey overall. [Read more…] about 3 Actions Engineering Professionals Can Take to Build Their Personal Brands

Filed Under: Blog, Personal Development and Professionalism Tagged With: Career Path, Civil Engineering, Engineering Portfolio, LinkedIn, Nader Mowlaee, Personal Branding Tips, Personal Branding Tools, Personal Brands, personal development, Personality Test, public speaking

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