Hardware Podcasts

Anthony Fasano| Communication & Soft Skills for Engineers, & How to Retain Engineering Talent

Being an Engineer · 4 Feb 2022 · 53m · Episode 5

What this episode covers

Anthony Fasano, a civil engineer and founder of the Engineering Management Institute (EMI), discusses the critical importance of soft skills, particularly communication and public speaking, for engineering career advancement. He explains how EMI helps companies retain talent by developing custom career roadmaps and learning and development programs that address engineers' desire for growth rather than just compensation. Fasano also shares strategies for growing niche podcasts, such as his Civil Engineering Podcast, by leveraging specific audiences and professional associations, while emphasizing the Pareto Principle (80/20 rule) as a framework for focusing on high-impact tasks.

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early-stage companies

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Engineering Management Institute, Wiley
Also
Amazon, Cal Newport, Donald Miller, Richard Koch

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