Purple Crest

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Reynolds is a 24-year old junior engineer working in a petrochemical plant. You have always been a very dedicated engineer meeting your targets before the deadline. And, if you don’t get proper guidance from your mentor it hampers your workflow especially if you are a junior employee. The story of David Reynolds.

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Vector Solutions

APRIL 19, 2022

In this article, we’re going to provide some tips about things facilities managers should know about training to help facilities maintenance techs develop necessary knowledge, skills, and expertise. Training May Not Solve Your Whole Problem. We offer two tips, though. Read more about reskilling here. .

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Charles Leon

MAY 2, 2021

Whilst these are engineering necessities, they are also aesthetically compelling. Engineering matched with architectural skill and economic prosperity. Exposing yourself to different and diverse influences enriches your associative imagination and is the engine of development and progress.

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Vantage Circle

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Recent research has shone a light on the importance of Learning and Development (L&D) to ensure your employees are happy and healthy, in and outside the workplace. Today’s fiercely competitive market, coupled with fast-paced technological developments, often means that employees’ skills are made redundant in the blink of an eye.

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She Owns Success

JANUARY 23, 2023

The best engineering resumes showcase your professional skills and accomplishments creatively. There are certain skills that an engineering student or a graduate needs to become successful in the field. There are certain skills that an engineering student or a graduate needs to become successful in the field.

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Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 11, 2022

UNIDO (United Nations Industrial Development Organization) describes Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as: "A management concept whereby companies integrate social and environmental concerns in their business operations and interactions with their stakeholders." Mentoring And Tutoring Programs. What Is CSR?

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Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Here, leaders aren’t distant figures but approachable mentors and role models. As a result, it fuels innovation in product development and business strategies. The company values creativity and multidisciplinary collaboration, bringing designers, engineers, and business professionals together to solve complex problems.

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Eat Your Career

MAY 4, 2015

I’m going to make a bold statement here: In the field of professional development, I consider myself an expert. Whether you’re an administrative professional, a CEO, or a NASA engineer, expertise is something to strive for. Jim Rohn, personal development guru, says, “You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with.”

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International Coach Academy

DECEMBER 30, 2023

with the shared context between coach and coachee, it’s easy to slip from being a coach to being a mentor. Scaling Yourself If you’re already mentoring colleagues, you might have already noticed the limitations of mentoring: you have only one life, with one set of experiences from which you can draw.

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Eat Your Career

MAY 4, 2015

I’m going to make a bold statement here: In the field of professional development, I consider myself an expert. Whether you’re an administrative professional, a CEO, or a NASA engineer, expertise is something to strive for. Jim Rohn, personal development guru, says, “You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with.”

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TED

APRIL 13, 2015

Luke, age 20, is studying electrical engineering at Virginia Tech. “He I beat my head against the wall for years because I wanted to develop creative and resilient kids who were going to fulfill their own potential and not just be able to fill in [standardized test] bubble marks. Photo: Courtesy of the Andrakas.

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crowdspring

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

behind Silicon Valley and New York), the city of flowers and sunshine boasts one of the largest concentrations of engineering graduates in the country. It also boasts plenty of investors with co-working spaces, as well as funding and mentoring programs to stimulate a business environment.

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Crestcom

APRIL 26, 2024

Holding key business operations leadership roles such as the Director of Business Operations for the 787-9 and 787-10 Development Airplane Programs, Susan navigated the complexities of large global organizations. If you want to learn more about developing your leadership skills, or your team’s, contact a Crestcom training expert near you !

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Penelope Trunk

JANUARY 27, 2013

But he shows also that help is what makes us human.Research about mentoring , startups , organizational development , and even Aspergers all show that one’s ability to ask for assistance makes or breaks their career. One way to get good at it is to watch how other people get and give help. He’s probably right.

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She Owns Success

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

You need an intelligent approach to help you make a lasting impression and develop a genuine relationship with them. Internal recruiters work in specific departments, such as engineering, marketing, or finance. Seek mentors in your field who can provide insight and support.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 14, 2009

home as a consulting engineer for his employer in Provo, Utah, he was given 60-days notice in 2007 that he was going to be laid off. If you're starting a new line of work, or you're just starting your career, telecommuting will limit your ability to find a mentor, learn on-the-job, and develop relationships with your co-workers.

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Vantage Circle

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, flexible work arrangements, professional development stipends, and other offerings to support well-being and life outside work. Yes/No) Do the fitness benefits align with your personal development goals? Yes/No) Is the reimbursement process for gym payments straightforward?

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crowdspring

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Develop your brand. Yet they still need to create a marketing plan, develop strategies, and execute. Once you know what you’ll be offering to your potential clients, you’re ready to move on to the next step – developing your brand identity. Develop Your Brand Identity. Choose your niche. Spread the word.

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Crestcom

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

And my very first client was someone who had a leadership development training company and getting connected with him. He became my mentor. So I went and did an MBA, and after my MBA, I joined the world of Silicon Valley doing, um, training and development, learning and development at a startup called Taleo. He hired me.

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Penelope Trunk

DECEMBER 16, 2009

Posted by Marc KS on December 16, 2009 at 1:19 pm | permalink | Reply Absolutely right about STEM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Mathematics) companies. Companies like Google have very flexible environments and pretty moderate hours, particularly for engineers, but are about 75% male (and 85 – 90% for engineers).

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Penelope Trunk

JANUARY 28, 2010

One thing emerges very clearly is that successful performers “had practiced intensively, had studied with devoted teachers, and had been supported enthusiastically by their families throughout their developing years.” I want to be more diligent about finding a mentor to help me grow, outside of my supervisor.

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On The Job

JUNE 29, 2009

But recently I did a story on mentors -- how they can help your career not only when you have a job, but especially when things arent going so hot. As this story show, mentoring may be just what we need: Sometimes in our careers we need a kick in the pants. Both turned to mentors. We’re seeing a huge growth in mentoring.”

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Penelope Trunk

JULY 9, 2010

Employers need to focus on their abilities to develop talented employees as well, not just on getting the operational work done. " This could still be equivalent to the earlier ones, especially when you develop the theme that happiness = friends and family (also = safety & loyalty?). " - Dead on! " no shit.

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Penelope Trunk

OCTOBER 12, 2009

I spend days dreaming up the perfect question for my mentor who I haven’t spoken to in a month. " I'm an engineer and I get those type of questions from time to time, although they are usually from people trying to get respite from the hard work required to actually learn the technology they are working on.

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Penelope Trunk

MAY 6, 2010

It’s the best way to have a meaningful conversation and it’s the best way to rope in a mentor or look like a star performer. Those things can be reinforced in school but the bulk of it is developed at home in my opinion. The trick is to develop a toolkit of questions large enough to accommodate all listening habits.

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Penelope Trunk

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

This is pretty well documented in child development research (reward a child for a good painting and they'll probably lose interest in painting). It's true that a lot of stuff that works with typically developing children is useless for kids with Asperger's. in Chemical Engineering.

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Penelope Trunk

AUGUST 5, 2010

So, FriendFeed was very very small, but Facebook bought them for what the engineering team learned how to do. It keeps me in practice of developing, and more importantly evaluating, new ideas. Every ship needs a captain, a navigator, and an engine room engineer. I keep a spreadsheet of ideas.

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Penelope Trunk

NOVEMBER 11, 2009

Anything beyond that, I do voluntarily for reasons of professional development. Posted by Engineer Chic on November 12, 2009 at 11:24 am | permalink | Reply Knitting in airports and on planes is the best! .' I don't know what your situation is, but I say push back. I accepted an agreement for 35 working hours a week.

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Penelope Trunk

DECEMBER 8, 2009

Many are engineers. Everything that the farmer's parents worked so hard to grow and develop (and just guessing the land was passed on to them previously since land really doesn't change hands all that often in a well established farm) that they will not provide a means for their son to continue farming! It scared me.

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Penelope Trunk

FEBRUARY 1, 2010

I was interested in starting a fitness blog, a technical software blog, a personal development blog and a general personal blog 2 years ago. For some reason, your voice seems to get through to her much better and smoother than mine on topics like frugality etc. : ) She totally looks up to you as a mentor! For me, and for my girlfriend!

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Penelope Trunk

MARCH 16, 2010

Posted by Eduard @ People Skills Decoded on March 16, 2010 at 9:06 am | permalink | Reply Ever since I took a webinar with Leo Babauta, who is a nice man, BTW, I have been reading a bunch of personal development/productivity blogs. As an engineer I always try to think of technology solutions to problems like this.

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Penelope Trunk

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

But then, when I told one of my mentors that I’m not good at sales, he said, “Of course you’re good at sales. I asked Goldman if he thought I could develop these skills, and he says that our underlying needs are set by age five or six, and our usual behaviors are set by age 22. I don’t even know the expression. He’s right.

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Penelope Trunk

DECEMBER 1, 2009

For years I've been trying to explain to my engineer husband how the numbers literally float around the page when I look at it and I should probably not be the one doing the taxes. On another note- I have the same types of issues with numbers. Great post. It isn't easier to handle. Love your blog!

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Penelope Trunk

JANUARY 8, 2010

Then, quite rapidly, I developed a rage problem. Most of the aerospace and civil engineers I've worked with never had to handle childrearing or other social duties. By the time the light goes on, we're long out of water, our engine's overheating and about to blow, and we only just got the memo!

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Penelope Trunk

JANUARY 6, 2010

Since I am creatively challenged by nature (I'm an engineer) I will focus on the sugar aspect and add nerds and gummy bears (both available from the office candy/crack pusher) to decorate the cupcakes and hope for the best. It is good to recognize this is an area of growth and development. 25 types of sprinkles??

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Penelope Trunk

JANUARY 21, 2010

I work with students in the liberal arts and sciences, so although a lot of the companies that come to campus are looking for business and engineering students, I am helping my students compete and realize the skills they have that set them apart. Lesson = Get an engineering degree Oh… and go to a canadian university.

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Penelope Trunk

JANUARY 13, 2010

Here’s one book: 360 Degree Leader: Developing your influence from anywhere in the organization. Eminently proud of your skills with the electronic tools other generations developed for you, while you simultaneously criticize their designers. I work in defense-engineering, the stuff you see on Discovery Channel, Modern Marvels.

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