E17: Developing a Global Mindset for Engineering Professionals

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English for Engineers

Olivia Augustin

23 episodes

1 week ago

Ever wished you had a Technical English + Business English teacher who’s an engineer as well? Well, you found her: civil engineer and certified English teacher turned corporate trainer, Olivia Augustin. Her speciality? Dissecting the intricate structures of the English language and only putting back the pieces engineers really need to become skilled communicators. And all with an approach that won’t bore you like your high-school English studies, will have you enjoying learning the suckiest language in the world, and crush that inner perfectionist to move forward so perfectly easy + efficiently. Tune in, get inspired, and get ready to learn from industry professionals worldwide. On this podcast, you’ll find a mix of Olivia’s chalk talks and practical tips on language learning, Technical + Business English, the cultural component of international business communication, and interviews with communication specialists and people working in STEM in general. Each episode is designed to give you unique insights and broaden your horizon to the contrasting realm that is global engineering culture. For more details about the podcast, check: https://www.marcode.org/blog/037 Connect with Olivia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-d-augustin/ Want to be a guest on Olivia's podcast or invite Olivia as a guest on yours? Send an inquiry to info@marcode.org

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E17: Developing a Global Mindset for Engineering Professionals

English for Engineers

51 minutes 10 seconds

1 year ago

E17: Developing a Global Mindset for Engineering Professionals

In this episode of English for Engineers, I talk to Kate Dahl, a career consultant for internationals in Denmark who helps them integrate into the Danish labour market.

Join us in this episode as we discuss what it means to have a global mindset and how engineering professionals can develop such a mindset.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’ll LEARN

What it means to have an international mindset and
Why that is essential for engineering professionals.
How engineers can develop such an attitude, and
If English language proficiency does play a role in said mindset.

The English for Engineers podcast is here to help engineers and technicians from all backgrounds improve their communication skills and provide them with interesting facts from side industries so that Technical and Business English becomes their new superpower.

RESOURCES AND LINKS

Check out the Emails for Engineers template package to simplify your project communication with engineer-written, ready-to-use English email templates, as well as a PDF guide that will teach you how to structure emails, how to switch between formal and informal language, and how to quickly and reliably check for mistakes before sending.

The Culture Map by Erin Meyer: I mention this book during the episode and regularly refer to it during my lessons. It is an absolute 'must read' for everyone doing business internationally or living abroad.

Catch up with English for Engineers episode #016 to learn live lessons from Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Today's episode was sponsored by Marcode, a coaching business where I help engineers master their Technical English and international business communication so that talking in English will become their new superpower.

CONNECT WITH KATE DAHL

Kate Dahl’s agency, Career Denmark, empowers expats to land their dream jobs in Denmark. She offers career guidance and workshops on the Danish labour market.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/careerconsultant4internationals

Website: www.careerdenmark.dk

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA AUGUSTIN

Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer and certified English teacher turned corporate trainer. Her specialty is dissecting the intricate structures of the English language and only putting back the pieces engineers really need to become skilled communicators.

Work with me: marcode.org/solutions

Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter

LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin

Instagram: @_marcode_