Communicating technical ideas persuasively
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Engineers are encouraged to utilize communication techniques to effectively convey their technical ideas and persuade others to accept them. They are advised to establish rapport with their target audience to promote a sense of trust and conviction. They are also encouraged to present options related to their propositions to persuade their target audience to reflect on the positive attributes of the proposals. Moreover, engineers are urged to take into consideration factors that influence persuasion such as emotion response, audience response and human interaction.
Publication Name: Journal of Management in Engineering
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0742-597X
Year: 1998
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Continuing education as part of effective risk management
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Continuing education is necessary for engineers who are utilizing innovative technologies in designing and constructing new facilities. Engineers should be competent and confident in using new products and building systems in their work so that untoward incident will be prevented. Since failure to investigate new products and building systems entail risk of liability and blame, continuing education may provide necessary competence for engineers involved in the construction industry.
Publication Name: Journal of Management in Engineering
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0742-597X
Year: 1998
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From engineer to entrepreneur: making the transition
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Engineers who want to practice entrepreneurship and own an engineering firm should know to engage in risk-taking activities, define the firm's mission, improve communication skills and client relations. Although entrepreneurship can be difficult, adequate skills and proper attitudes may help aspiring entrepreneurs to excel in such endeavor in life. In turn, entrepreneurship may yield profitable revenue and professional growth.
Publication Name: Journal of Management in Engineering
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0742-597X
Year: 1998
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