Soft Skills Essentials for Engineers

Entering the workforce from a technology or engineering background can be daunting, especially when the challenges extend beyond technical skills. Graduates often find themselves unprepared to tackle the demands of communication, leadership, and teamwork. This immersive three-day workshop is designed to fast-track the development of junior and mid-level professionals, transforming them into indispensable members of any team.

Did you know that 85% of job success is attributed to well-developed soft skills, while only 15% relies on technical expertise? This startling fact, supported by research from Harvard University, the Carnegie Foundation, and the Stanford Research Center, highlights the critical importance of mastering soft skills for career advancement, workplace success, and personal fulfillment.

Join us for this engaging and interactive course, spread over three days with four hours of focused learning each day. You'll learn to overcome common workplace challenges such as poor communication, lack of collaboration, unresolved conflicts, inefficient meetings, and uninspiring presentations. Discover how to enhance management performance, boost productivity, retain top talent, and manage overwhelming workloads with ease.

By the end of this workshop, you'll gain the confidence to communicate effectively, foster collaboration, and build trust within your team. You'll become adept at leading and facilitating impactful meetings, master the art of delivering compelling presentations, and position yourself as a respected leader or team player. Additionally, you'll acquire powerful time management strategies to increase productivity, meet deadlines, and maintain high energy levels.

This is your opportunity to distinguish yourself and make a valuable investment in your personal and professional growth. In a world where average is the norm, choose to be outstanding

This is your chance to stand out from the crowd and invest in yourself and in your company. This course will teach skills and knowledge to communicate, lead and work in a team. In a world full of average, be outstanding.

This training is highly interactive, laptops/notebook computers are highly encouraged. 

Day 1

   8:00     Introductions

   8:15     Communication

   12:00   Lunch

   1:00     Collaboration

   2:15     Public Speaking

   4:00     Q&A/Adjourn

Day 2

   8:00     Leadership

   12:00   Lunch

   1:00     Running Effective Meetings

   2:45     Time Management

   4:00     Q&A/Adjourn

Karine Leblanc, Member ASHRAE

 Karine Leblanc the National Sales Manager at iAIRE, where she uses her engineering background, coaching and relationship-building skills to motivate and develop a winning sales team.

She has a mechanical engineering degree from Ecole de Technologie Superieure in Montreal, a university focused on applied engineering and technology. She is a certified John Maxwell coach, trainer, and speaker, a certified behavioral analysis consultant, and an eSpeakers certified virtual presenter. She is the published author of How to Be Human in a Technical World available on Amazon.

Not your typical engineer™, Karine served on the board of directors for ASHRAE from 2014 to 2017 and holds the distinction of becoming the first female Region X director and regional chair since 1959.  She is the Past-President of the National Speaker Association Los Angeles Chapter. She has received the ASHRAE Distinguished Service Award, John F James International Award and was awarded an honorary medal as part of the 50th anniversary of the University of Quebec for her exceptional contribution to the university.

Dee Davis, Member ASHRAE

Dee Davis has dedicated over 25 years to the construction industry, excelling in project management and education. Her journey began with a deep passion for building a better future, starting in the trades as a carpenter before advancing into engineering, project management, and Owner’s Representation.

With a robust educational background, and extensive hands-on experience, Dee possesses a diverse and comprehensive knowledge of construction best practices, ongoing education, engineering, and sustainability. This unique multidisciplinary perspective distinguishes her in the industry.

Dee's career has largely focused on large-scale new construction projects in the life sciences and manufacturing sectors, managing projects worth hundreds of millions of dollars. Her expertise and dedication to sustainability continue to drive her commitment to excellence in construction and education.

This training is highly interactive, laptops/notebook computers are highly encouraged. 

Registration Fees

Transfer, Cancellation and Refund Policy: Registration fees will be refunded in full if cancellation is received by ASHRAE Learning Institute at least 30 days prior to the training date. Cancellations received 15-29 days prior to the training date are subject to a $150 cancellation fee. Registrants who do not attend the training or who cancel less than 15 days prior to the training date are liable for the entire registration fee. A substitute registrant may be enrolled at any time by contacting Karen Murray by phone 678-539-1146 or email kmurray@ashrae.org. Member/Non-Member rates will apply to the substitute registrant.

Training Location:

ASHRAE Headquarters
180 Technology Parkway NW
Peachtree Corners, Georgia 30092

Lodging: 

Atlanta Marriott Peachtree Corners
475 Technology Parkway Peachtree Corners, Georgia 30092