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Continue reading →: Creativity and engineering
Engineering is often seen as a technical, logical, scientific career, with little room for creativity. Now, those of us actually working in the field know just how much creativity is needed in some cases, but let’s explore this in more detail as we work through a few ideas. Problem Solving…
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Continue reading →: The problem with “excellent women”
We have an abundance of “excellent” female engineers. Why is this a problem?
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Continue reading →: Being selfish with your career
Over the weekend, I was reading – as you do – the 2023 McKinsey report into Women in the Workplace. (I know, there are times I wonder about my life priorities as well). And, it got me thinking. Now, I have my problems with McKinsey as an organisation, but their…
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Continue reading →: The importance of a champion
We’ve spoken about mentors, but now we need to have a chat about the importance of a champion. To bridge the gender gap and foster a more inclusive environment, having a champion for female engineers is not just beneficial but essential. Let’s delve into why this advocacy is vital and…
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Continue reading →: The benefits of being a mentor
I wrote last week about the benefits of having a mentor for a woman in engineering. This week, I’m looking at the benefits of being a mentor. Women in engineering have a unique opportunity to act as mentors, sharing their knowledge, experiences, and insights to empower the next generation of…
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I’m Órlagh
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