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Driving Innovation + Collaboration with the Softer Side of Engineering

Posted on Jan. 29, 2026  /  Thought Leadership  /  0

The softer side of engineering refers to the interpersonal, psychological, and ethical dimensions of the profession. While technical prowess forms the foundation, it is these softer skills that shape the environment in which engineers operate.

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Leadership Styles

Posted on Jun. 20, 2018  /  Thought Leadership  /  0

Leadership. At least in theory, we’re all striving for it. Part of the benefit a professional association like SMPS can bring our members is leadership development programming specific to our roles, job functions, and industry focus.

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Find Your Path. Create a Map. Drive the Bus.

Posted on May. 31, 2018  /  News You Can Use, Thought Leadership  /  0

I am all about action. I work each day in a planning and design firm where creative ideas fly through the office multiple times a minute.

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Tips & Advice from Guru Guidance

Posted on May. 30, 2018  /  News You Can Use, Event Recap, Guru Guidance, Thought Leadership  /  0

Mentors and mentees from the 2017-2018 Guru Guidance cohort got together recently to reflect on their experiences with the program and discuss some of the difficult issues we all face in the course of our careers.

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