The Recovering Engineer

AUGUST 27, 2011

As is common this time of year, we encountered road construction marked with a sign similar to the one above, and I felt frustrated as I thought about the coming delay. The estimated time we would drive in the construction zone was longer than I wanted to experience. We then saw another sign with additional information.

Construction 217

Construction Management Energy Information 217

The Recovering Engineer

OCTOBER 11, 2010

The difference is whether the conflict is constructive or destructive. So, how can you tell the difference between a constructive conflict and a destructive conflict? Constructive conflict conversations focus on issues. Constructive conflict conversations focus on the future. In fact some conflict can actually be good.

Construction 236

Construction FAQ Engineering How To 236

The Recovering Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2012

They include construction, computer system, computer software, marketing, web development, book writing, process improvement, and plant expansion projects. At different times and in different roles, I have had the opportunity to observe, work on, plan, and implement projects of various sizes and types.

Gantt Chart 176

Gantt Chart Project Tools Compliance 176

The Recovering Engineer

JANUARY 24, 2012

If I did, I would welcome constructive comments to help me – and my readers – improve. The danger of writing about how to write better is that, well, it’s in writing. As a result, I run the risk of violating the very secrets that I propose. From your perspective, I may have done just that.

Comparison 197

Comparison Proposal Objective Letter 197

The Recovering Engineer

MAY 6, 2012

Situation Number Two: Driving my car into the neighborhood where Kevin lives, I came upon road construction vehicles that slowed me down and partially blocked my view of the frontage property. After 10 or 15 seconds that felt like 10 or 15 minutes to me, they looked at each other, shrugged, and began to walk down the “stairs.”.

Management 138

Management Uncertainty Fashion Tips 138

The Recovering Engineer

JULY 2, 2010

After the heat of the moment passes, you can exercise your power of choice to act in better and more constructive ways. When it does, you cannot continue to claim: “I don’t know why I said that.&# You are no longer in the automatic and reactive mode.

Power 230

Power Emotional Intelligence Engineering Self-aware 230

The Recovering Engineer

MARCH 27, 2010

Put the best construction on everything. Since you are in control of your thoughts, choose to make the story a good one – a positive one – one that puts you in a better frame of mind and puts the other person in a good light – or at least one to be sympathized with. You’ll be much happier.

Skills 200

Skills Engineering FAQ Video 200