Where have the simple “please”, “thank you”, and “you’re welcome” gone? Did you say them when you passed around the dishes this past Thanksgiving?Philosophical EngineeringEverything is potentially a click away online and we all realize that our phones has made an impact on the way we communicate with others. There Read more
Despite NADCAP being a requirement for companies that provide services for the aerospace industry, what I took away from last week’s training surprised me.Philosophical EngineeringToday in a capitalistic and individualistic mentality culture, competition is expected. Increasing profits, minimizing mistakes, and cheaper prices with higher quality over your competitors. However, at Read more
Every step counts in running a race or even running a business. Philosophical EngineeringMarathon running has always created a space for me to let my mind and body run free. But free to the extent that the race course has specific turns to take and that the race has certain rules Read more
Organizations want stability and change, but realize that it takes creativity to innovate solutions to problems that deter stability and change. Philosophical EngineeringHowever, creativity often is associated with taking risks towards solutions of problems. Individuals must find a way to be creative in every aspect of their workday. Even it if Read more
When I know I’m wrong is a specific feeling. It isn’t when I realize that I didn’t get enough “likes” on my social media or when I can mask my mistake with a biased selfie or insecure post of something positive. Philosophical EngineeringI know I’m wrong when there is consequential feedback. Read more
Levi (2015) suggests there are misperceptions when it comes to conflict in that it is “bad and should be avoided”, causes misunderstandings, or everyone’s concerns will be addressed.Philosophical EngineeringAnd yet Levi (2015) further goes on to suggest that conflict is normal in the development of team based processes. That teams Read more
There are many posts being posted explaining the many benefits of “socializing” on social media platforms. And yet there is a contradiction of this sort of claim in terms of engagement in communication with that of psychological research studies.Philosophical EngineeringIn the work of Pentland (2012) three aspects were identified as Read more
Less posting…Philosophical Engineering… and MORE doing.No more re-posting or liking what “10 successful things people do” or “Top 3 habits of highly motivated people”. Implement these suggestions and DO THEM.
“I quote thee to make myself look…”Philosophical EngineeringWe all want our voice heard. Especially more than ever with online presence where our pixels get shared with anyone who has access to internet around the world. And yet we often list quotes that have all but become more than cliche, but Read more
I often find it insulting when I’m accused as a Millennial who is lazy and fails to work hard in life. That I complain about things needing to always come instantaneously to me on my phone. Philosophical EngineeringWhat is fascinating is looking at the people who actually are accusing Millennials of Read more