Experts predict AI technology will replace over 50% of control engineering jobs in the next five years.
Marc LeVine
Empowering Engineers & Advancing Careers | Talent Acquisition, Blogger, Podcast Guest, Conference Speaker | Hiring those Built to Succeed in Control Systems Engineering for Thermo Systems
APRIL FOOLS! Sorry...that wasn't warm-hearted of me!
Even April Fool's Day teaches us lessons about even the most frivolous holidays like this one. Please allow me to set the stage and explain what I mean.
A group of engineers decided to play an April Fool's prank on their boss. They rigged his office chair to release a massive fart noise every time he sat down.
The boss was initially embarrassed and frustrated, but then he saw the humor in the situation. He realized that his team had come together to create something that brought them all joy and laughter, even at his expense.
The lesson that the boss learned was that humor and lightheartedness can be powerful tools in building strong teams and fostering a positive work culture. By embracing the prank and laughing with his team, he showed that he was approachable and open to having fun with his colleagues.
The engineers also learned an important lesson about collaboration and creativity. They created something funny and harmless by working together and brainstorming ideas for the prank. They also discovered that taking risks and trying new things can lead to unexpected success.
In the end, the boss and his team had a good laugh and bonded over the shared experience of the prank. They walked away with a renewed sense of camaraderie and a reminder that even in the severe engineering world, there's always room for a bit of humor.
The message for engineering professionals is that while technical skills are essential for success in the field, soft skills like communication, teamwork, and a good sense of humor can be just as crucial. Engineers can create a more enjoyable and fulfilling work environment for everyone involved by fostering a positive work culture and building strong relationships with colleagues.
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Marc LeVine is a Syracuse (NY) University graduate with a degree in Industrial Psychology; Marc is currently a Talent Acquisitions Manager at Thermo Systems. He received the Excellence in Talent Acquisitions Award from HR Awards in 2021.
Marc's prior employment includes senior Human Resources and Staffing Industry management roles with Edgewood Properties in Piscataway, NJ; Brickforce Staffing in Edison, NJ; InfoPro Inc. in Woodbridge, NJ and Plainsboro, NJ; and Harvard Industries in Farmingdale, NJ; a former Fortune 500 company. He also served as Director of Human Resources for New Jersey Press, the parent company of the Asbury Park Press, Home News and Tribune, and WKXW-NJ101.5. Earlier in his career, Marc served as Director of Career Services and Placement at Union Technical Institute in Eatontown and Neptune, NJ. In addition, Marc owned and operated Integrity Consulting Associates, a New Jersey-based Human Resources and Social Media Marketing firm, for 11 years. Marc also served as Council President in his Freehold Borough, NJ hometown.