The Recovering Engineer

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

For example, if we must trade quality or time in order to save costs, how much quality or time are we prepared to sacrifice to save money? Most of the problems we solve using this process could be solved in many different ways and every solution will have its own set of benefits and drawbacks.

Succession 221

Succession Brainstorming Workshop Skills 221

The Recovering Engineer

MARCH 11, 2013

If they are slower paced and focused on tasks , speak to the value and quality of their work. Be prepared to back-up anything you say with data – quality reports, run reports, research data, etc. Give them time to process what you have said before asking for a response. Keep your comments factual and observable.

Quality 164

Quality Report Objective Tips 164

The Recovering Engineer

MARCH 21, 2011

Reserved, task-oriented, Cautious individuals often need: quality answers, value and excellence. Outgoing, people-oriented, Inspiring individuals often need: recognition, approval, and admiration. Reserved, people-oriented, Supportive individuals often need: appreciation, security, and assurance.

FAQ 243

FAQ Tips Stress Tools 243

The Recovering Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2012

Stay open to dialogue, engage people in conversation, listen to their concerns, give them room to solve problems in their own way, and push for adherence to deadlines and quality targets. When you do, remember the idea of remaining flexible with people and rigid with timelines. Your Now Step: Think about a current project you are leading.

Gantt Chart 176

Gantt Chart Project Tools Compliance 176

The Recovering Engineer

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

For the prisoners, the other person was their attorney.

Venture Capitalist 201

Venture Capitalist Tools Human Needs Reference 201

The Recovering Engineer

MARCH 18, 2010

She has done that over the last few weeks, and today she reported that the quality of her interactions with her colleague has improved remarkably. This communication strategy matches the concept of begin with the end in mind.

Engineering 210

Engineering Self-aware Video FAQ 210

The Recovering Engineer

JUNE 7, 2010

And, this business problem is probably costing you more than you first realize when you consider the salaries of the involved employees, the value of work that is not being done, the cost of poor decision quality, the impact of poor information flow, etc. Unresolved conflict gets expensive very quickly.

Engineering 270

Engineering Self-aware Video FAQ 270