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Oct 2024
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The Surprising Secrets to Successful Eng...

Mathew Picardal, PE, SE & Rachel Holland, P.E.
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In this episode, I talk with Mark Riffey, CEO of ENERCALC, about his valuable insights on engineering talent retention, implementing strategies to prevent burnout, and successfully navigating the ever-evolving landscape of remote work within the engineering industry. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Asked Mark: How does your team integrate the expertise […]

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