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LEADING ENGINEERING PROJECTS AND TEAMS Build Confidence and the Ability to Influence for Improved Project Outcomes
A One-Day Course for Product Development Engineers
"This course focuses on the really important issues that engineers need to understand." - Wendell Neumeyer, Engineering Director, Artex Aircraft
Quick enroll: Call 800-577-3528 or register online
On-site Seminars and Customization This seminar and customized versions are available privately at customer locations and online. We assist product development organizations with productivity, leadership and management development initiatives.
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Overview
This course teaches skills needed to lead projects, drive innovation, and influence others in an engineering role or similar technical role. Participants learn the differences between leadership and management and how to develop specific leadership abilities that are important to engineers and technical professionals. The most important leadership traits that apply to engineering and technical project leadership responsibilities are emphasized. Participants engage in exercises that assess their individual leadership abilities and provide guidance for further development.
Case studies and real-life examples illustrate how the principles apply on the job. The case studies and examples are drawn from a broad range of product development team environments at small, medium, and large companies serving many industries. You will also benefit from the instructor's direct experience contributing to successful engineering projects for over 20 years.
After attending this course you will be enabled to:
Who should attend:
Continuing Education Credits:
0.65 CEUs 6.5 PDUs/PDHs
About the Instructor
Gary Hinkle is the CEO and founder of Auxilium. He has 23 years of engineering and leadership experience in a broad variety of assignments with small, medium, and large companies involved in the development and manufacturing of high-tech products. Intel, Boeing, Microsoft, Texas Instruments, Otis Elevator, Yamaha Motor Corp. America, and many other companies have trusted Gary with the training and development of key engineering personnel. Over 1000 engineers and team leaders have benefited from Gary's on-site and public courses.
The projects and teams Gary has led include technical leadership of a $40 million program to improve U.S. Army vehicle maintenance worldwide (CTS-ICE program), and he directed the development of embedded systems used in Public Safety Answering Points for 9-1-1 call processing. He also led the hardware development for the world’s best selling oscilloscope product line at Tektronix. Most recently he led a successful turn-around of a consumer electronics company's product development organization.
Gary's design and management experience spans the electronics, mechanical and software engineering disciplines. His industry/technology experience includes computers, communication equipment, industrial controls, telemetry systems, consumer audio, military systems, engineering services, avionics, radio frequency products, test/measurement/monitoring, and home control/automation.
He is a regular contributor of articles focused on R&D productivity and engineering leadership for IEEE-USA and the International Society for Optical Engineering. Gary serves on the board of directors for the Program Management Forum, and has held a variety of leadership positions serving the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
What People Say About This Seminar
"Made me think of things in a new light. I will immediately use the tools, techniques and tips." - Curtis Hamlin, Texas Instruments
"I'll use the tools from this course immediately to improve my influence skills and especially for influencing team members to make commitments." - Rene Valenzuela, Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Mitsubishi Digital
"Gary is an excellent speaker and very knowledgeable about the material presented. A '10' on a 1-10 scale!" - Karen Wong, Software Engineer, PSC Inc.
"This course gave me a way to assess and quantify my current leadership
skills, and identify improvement areas that will have the greatest impact." "Excellent ideas shown about building trust and respect. The course encouraged me to set a vision and direction for my team." - Joel Smith, Project Leader, A-Dec, Inc.
Course Content
Overview of Essential
Competencies The importance of “soft” skills
What is Leadership? What leadership is – and what it isn’t Why leadership ability is important for engineers and technical professionals Differences between leadership attributes and management skills Self-analysis of leadership attributes to improve Five levels of leadership
Leadership Fundamentals
Overcoming the typical team
“dysfunctions” Influence vs. authority Case study: Outstanding Engineering Project Leader
How to Develop Trust and Respect Characteristics that help credibility and perceived integrity Characteristics that hurt credibility Self-assessment
The Art of Influence Building rapport with business associates Helping others to see your view Influencing your manager Case study: System Architect with Poor Leadership Ability Influencing other leaders Applying the principle of “give and take”
Self Assessment of Leadership Ability and Potential Attendees assess abilities in 3 key areas, which identifies strengths and specific leadership characteristics to develop Business Communication Becoming a better listener
Presenting to groups: Length and detail of presentations Engaging your audience Tips for using email and managing time for communication
Implementing the plan Work-life balance
Ongoing professional development Guarantee If for any reason you are not satisfied, write to us within 30 days after attending the course and return the course materials and we'll arrange for you to receive a full refund - hassle-free!
Locations, Dates and Fees
*Include the Offer Code from the email in the Ordering Instructions box on the shopping cart form, if applicable. Offer will be credited during the processing of your registration.
Group Rate: 5% discount for 3-5 people, 10% discount for groups of 6-9 people, 20% discount for 10 or more. The easiest way to register your group is to call 800-577-3528 or 503-293-3557 and simply provide company name, number of participants, seminar location, and credit card info.
Course fee includes a comprehensive guidebook and email/phone follow-up with the instructor to assist with implementation.
Register early to guarantee enrollment. Registration is limited to 25 people, and could be fewer due to venue size. Classes can fill up quickly.
Registration
Online registration is for one or two people registering by credit card. Purchase orders should be faxed or mailed. Groups of three or more should call 800-577-3528 or 503-293-3557 for the easiest registration process.
The best way to guarantee your enrollment when making a reservation is to pay with a credit card, or you can mail your payment before the course date. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. If paying by check, make payable to Auxilium, Inc.
Auxilium, Inc. federal tax ID number: 01-0666217
By Fax
Complete the Registration Form online, print, and fax to 503-293-8499.
By Mail
Complete the Registration Form online, print, and mail to:
Auxilium, Inc. 10260 SW Greenburg Rd. Suite 400 Portland, OR 97223
By P hone
Call 800-577-3528 or 503-293-3557 to enroll individuals or groups using a credit card.
Cancellations and substitutions Payment is required in advance but is refundable, less a $40 processing fee, if your cancellation is received 5 full business days before the course. If you fail to attend and do not notify us in advance, the fee is not refunded. Substitutes are welcome. Simply send the substitute on the day of the course and notify the instructor of the change on arrival.
Confirmation Directions to the site will be provided after the registration is processed.
We begin at 9:00 AM sharp and wrap up at 5:00 PM Check-in begins at 8:30 AM. Continental breakfast, beverages and afternoon snacks will be provided. Lunch is on your own from approximately 12:30 to 1:30 PM. Dress is informal.
Tape recording Our programs are fully copyrighted by Auxilium, Inc. No audio recording or videotaping, please.
Disclaimer Course content and availability are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to cancel a course for any reason or change the venue. If we must cancel a course, liability is limited to a refund of the paid registration fee.
Questions Call 800-577-3528 or 503-293-3557 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time or email.
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