The Situation . . . The day has ended and you are going out with your work buddies. Are you going to continue to talk about the details of a work project? You might complain about your boss. Or you might complain about office environment in general. You might even talk about the girl in . . . click to continue reading
Networking
7 networking tips for engineering conferences or job fairs
Heading to a conference or attending a job fair? Here are 7 tips I use personally that can help you get the most out of the event. Have a game plan – It is unlikely that you will have time to make real connections with the whole crowd or all of the presenters at a . . . click to continue reading
Why you need to build your engineering network EVEN if you are not job searching
The Excuses . . . When I suggest a network is crucial for ALL engineers regardless of their place in life, I’ve heard a myriad of responses . . . . . . Why do I need a network, I’m not looking for a job? . . . Why bother, it’s not like I know . . . click to continue reading
“Will you be my friend?” 3 Tips for Getting Strangers to Connect on LinkedIn (and beyond)
When we were in kindergarten, we could walk up to another kid and just say “Hey, wanna be my friend?” It was as simple as that. No context was needed and then we’d run off and play. Can you imagine if that worked in the business world? “Hey, can I work here?” and then you’d go . . . click to continue reading
Why technical knowledge is NOT the key to your (engineering) success
Go to a top-ranked engineering school? Check. Get a graduate degree? Check Achieve several highly recognized licenses? Check. You did everything that you’re supposed to do. So why aren’t you moving up the ladder or getting the job opportunities you really desire? The honest truth is that all these achievements do is get your foot in the door. I . . . click to continue reading