The 2016 Engineering Career Summit Summary Episode – Ep 117
In this episode, I will give you some of the key takeaways from our recent Engineering Career Summit which was held in Louisiana. Engineering Success quotes: Here are the Key Takeaways of some of the sessions and panels we had:
How to Increase Your Etiquette Skills to Boost Your Engineering Career and Business – Ep 107
In this episode, Chris Knutson, PE interviews Barbara Pachter who’s been featured on CNN, NBC, ABC as a recognized expert when it comes to business etiquette and the impact it can have on your success and your engineering firm. Engineering Success quotes: Some of the key points from this episode include:
Building Culture Into Your Engineering Firm Versus Bolting It On – Ep 106
In this episode, Chris Knutson, PE interviews organizational culture expert and success coach Carol Ring on how company culture drives employee engagement and business. Carol also gives us a better perspective on how engineer leaders or members of project teams can help shape their engineering firms and improve results overall. Engineering Success quotes:
How to Use Leadership in Your Engineering Firm to Attain High Performance – Ep 101
Image by senivpetro on Freepik In this episode, Chris Knutson, PE interviews leadership expert Steve Armstrong on leadership and how to develop your leadership skills in your engineering firm. Engineering Success quotes: Here are the key points around building a strong leadership culture in your engineering firm:
A Discussion on What Engineering Skills and Certifications Are In Demand – Ep 096
Image by pvproductions on Freepik In today’s episode, Joe Lampinen of Kelly Services talks about the trends in the industry and what employers are looking for in the engineering industry in the way of engineering skills and certifications. Here are some key points: Trends in hiring: Hollywood model/talent supply chain management – hiring just for […]
8 Traits of Exceptional Engineer Leaders
We all know bad leadership when we see it. Most likely when you read that last sentence, the image of that bad leader popped into your mind. What might be a bit harder to delineate, is the distinction between good leadership and effective leadership. I think this is an important one for engineer’s interested […]
The Never-Ending Challenge of Engineering: Admiral H.G. Rickover in His Own Words – Ep 092
In today’s episode, author Dr. Paul Cantonwine talks about The Never-Ending Challenge of Engineering: Admiral H.G. Rickover in His Own Words, which is a practical and philosophical look at the principles used by engineers and leaders from the perspective of Admiral Hyman George Rickover – one of America’s greatest engineers. Why Admiral H.G. Rickover is […]
3 Reasons You Must Set Your Vision Before Setting Your Professional Goals
Anthony and I are both proponents of goal setting. We’ll each tell you that if you’re unsure of what action to take next, don’t do anything until you’ve re-focused your goals. Why? Goals serve as a target against which we can take aim and focus our energies. As an engineer, setting goals must become second […]
The 7 Key Result Areas for Engineering Career Success
You have the skills and ability right now to be ten times more successful in your engineering career. To make this change requires a strategy to focus your efforts and a commitment to incremental improvement. The strategy will be built on seven domains that you have complete control over. Complete control to either […]
Riding The Wave of Change As a Civil Engineer Leader – Ep 019
In episode 019 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, Mickey Addison, a career military officer, author, civil engineer and senior leader, teaches us what it takes to lead in a senior level position, how to handle organizational changes, and the role of mentoring and coaching in civil engineering leaders. Here Are Some Key Points Discussed About […]
