Many times I have said ”that would be interesting to talk about over a beer or two.” So here it is. Over real or virtual beers, conversations with engineers about why they are an engineer, what they like about it, and some tips that they would share with others. And then anything else interesting or humorous that comes up...
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Many times I have said ”that would be interesting to talk about over a beer or two.” So here it is. Over real or virtual beers, conversations with engineers about why they are an engineer, what they like about it, and some tips that they would share with others. And then anything else interesting or humorous that comes up...
#52 – Therese Miclot: The Engineer Whisperer
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Drinking a Spotted Cow, available only in Wisconsin.
Observed her mom who struggled with pad bosses.
Got intrigued by the psychology of work.
First job at a heavy engineering company – Rockwell
Found leadership and communication skills lacking in engineers.
But both are important even if you don’t want to go into management.
“The Trusted Advisor” by Maister, Green, and Galford
Engineer should look at changing habits as expanding their range.
Dual career path options still exist for engineers.
Business cards aren’t dead yet.
Openness to receive feedback is a fuel for growth
Peter principle is still in existence, commonly in fast growing companies.
Therese gives the skill necessary to move into senior management.
Steve Jobs was a good leader despite being a jerk, not because of it.
Sometimes engineers need to be quiet
Milwaukee is a great town and a lot of manufacturing
Indianapolis is not bad either.
Fun activities at the racetrack
Daytona Speedway also has great activities.
Work on human interactions to future proof yourself.
Engineers are facilitators.
Therese’s website – www.ThereseMiclot.com
Therese’s book – The Facilitation Advantage
Bert’s Company – www.dexterityeng.com
Beers with Engineers
Many times I have said ”that would be interesting to talk about over a beer or two.” So here it is. Over real or virtual beers, conversations with engineers about why they are an engineer, what they like about it, and some tips that they would share with others. And then anything else interesting or humorous that comes up...
