Blue Fjord Leaders Blog
The Voice for Insightful Leadership with Shelley Row, P.E.
3 Components of Judgment: Are You Using All of Them?
Good Judgment Empowers Leadership Teams — Here's How to Use Information, Experience & Gut Feel when Making Decisions “You weren’t promoted for your technical skills. You were promoted for your judgment.” That’s what my boss told me shortly after my promotion into...
The Forgetting Curve: It’s Why Your Training Program Doesn’t Stick
Here's how you can train managers for employee retention & satisfaction You’re trying to do the right thing by investing in training for your staff. But is it sticking? If it’s not sticking, then it’s not making a difference for them, for you or the organization....
The Best Attributes of Engineers & How to Upskill to Be a Better Manager
Use these 3 tips for better management training It’s National Engineers Week! Let’s take a moment to celebrate engineers and the value they bring into the world. And let’s look at how to get more from that value. Think about it. Engineers design, build and...
The New Must-Have Skill for Managers: Empathy
Leadership after COVID demands a new approach — here's how to manage with empathy. Management & leadership is changing. Have you noticed? Check out this article from Fast Company on the “rare breed” of managers who are “original.” The article came to me from my...
The Hidden Costs of DIY Leadership Training
When resources are limited and uncertainty abounds, clients want to work with organizations they trust. Now, more than ever, your technical managers need enhanced interpersonal skills so that you are the trusted company with whom clients want to work. After all, there...
The Neuroscience of Managing Distractions & How to Rebalance your Brain
So much about work has changed in the last 18 months — how we think about it, how we talk about it, even how we simply get it done has endured a cultural shift with steep demands. As we round the corner into the end of year, here we go yet again. Managers and business...
Blue Fjord Leaders Newsletter with Shelley Row, PE, CSP
Your place for short, easy-to-read articles on management, leadership, decision-making, and personal & professional development.
Featured Blog Posts
Culture & Organizational Change During Company Acquisitions
In today's dynamic business landscape, organizational change is inevitable, especially during company acquisitions. The process of merging two companies brings forth a plethora of challenges, and one critical aspect that requires careful attention is the impact on...
Navigating Team Conflict with Finesse
Conflict can be a problem, but guess what? It's also an opportunity for growth and stronger teamwork. As a leader, you know that conflict is inevitable. Here we'll explore practical strategies to handle conflict. We'll also discuss the importance of leadership...
The Synergy of Artificial Intelligence and Emotional Intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various industries, and engineering is no exception. As engineers, it is crucial to understand the evolving landscape of AI and its intersection with Emotional Intelligence (EI), particularly in the context of better...
Empowering Middle Managers with Leadership Training
Empowering middle managers plays a crucial role in driving organizational success, as they are responsible for executing strategy, leading teams, and driving innovation. According to a recent article by McKinsey & Company, they face a unique set of challenges,...
Get a Free Copy of
The Handbook for Technical Leaders
Ten Top Skills for Managers