Stereotypes can negatively impact your career...especially when you demonstrate behaviors that reinforce the accepted image. This week's episode features Chris Stasiuk, a seasoned engineering consultant now focused on coaching engineers to improve communication and leadership skills. Chris shares his personal transition from engineering consulting to coaching, motivated by a desire to help engineers find their voices and excel beyond the cubicle. The conversation unpacks common engineering stereotypes, the importance of humility and emotional intelligence, and practical strategies for engineers to develop soft skills crucial for career advancement.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Many engineers face a communication challenge even before they speak. A lack of training in soft skills often reinforces negative stereotypes about engineers.
• Humility is essential for engineers to recognize the need for growth and development.
• By enhancing their best qualities, coaching can propel mid-tier professionals to higher performance levels.
• Emotional intelligence is critical for effective leadership and collaboration.
• By teaming technical skills with communication, you can accelerate performance.

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Free Resource: "7 Critical Communication Skills to Advance Your Engineering Career" checklist. https://corviom.ck.page/4e3fef159b

Website: https://corviom.com/

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