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Why I Changed Up My Global Meetings

I’ve been thinking a lot about how we run global meetings. You know how it goes: most of the time, we're trying to juggle a bunch of time zones, and more often than not, we end up defaulting to US or European time zones because that might be where our HQs and main offices are, right? But, here’s the thing - it’s started to feel a bit off to me, and I heard from some they resented feeling as less important based on their location away from HQ time zone which was US-centric. So, I changed things up about 4 years ago.

The Power of Mentoring in Design and Technology

Mentoring is a powerful tool for professional growth and development, especially in the fast-paced and ever-evolving fields of design and technology. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting, having a mentor can provide invaluable guidance, support, and insights to grow and prosper as a person and in your career.

AEC Industry Panel at AUGI CON24

I’m leading a panel on AEC Industry Software at AUGI CON 2024 on the 2nd day. This 90-minute panel is not aimed at marketing or sales pitches, nor will it be a debate. Instead, it is designed to be an informative and engaging 90-minute discussion that highlights various perspectives and experiences from industry experts and software developers.

Our goal is to provide our live audience, primarily AEC software users, with valuable insights into the evolution of AEC software, its current challenges, innovative solutions, and a look into what the future holds.To ensure the session is as enriching and informative as possible, we are assembling a group of panelists (AEC Software, AEC Startups, and AEC Industry Experts) who can contribute unique viewpoints on these topics.

Treading the Fine Line: A Practical Guide to Tech Evolution

As we journey through the ever-changing landscape of technology, the challenge isn't just about adopting new tech; it's about integrating it seamlessly into our existing lives and workflows. Picture this: a person balancing delicately on a tightrope between two skyscrapers, old and new. This is our everyday reality in the modern world.

Get Some Free Autodesk Product Support and Coaching from AI & Much More

This Virtual Autodesk support assistant, offers tips, automation help, and coached training for Autodesk products. It uses content from the web and learnings abstracted from that to offer helpful info to trouble shoot issues or learn new skills for Autodesk products like AutoCAD, Fusion 360, and Revit. I also created several other assistants including one for SolidWorks and one to give love advice from a Dung Beetle named Lovebug.