How My Tour in Afghanistan Transformed Me Into A Civil Engineering Leader – Ep 002

In this episode of the Civil Engineering Podcast, I interview Amanda Huffman, a former Air Force civil engineer who was deployed to Afghanistan on a Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT), on how this experience helped her grow professionally. Also in this episode, for our Civil Engineering Project of the Week segment, we take a closer look at the iconic Brooklyn Bridge.

In this episode, you'll learn:    



About the critical importance—for both young and experienced ciivl engineers alike—of flexibility and communication skills in finding solutions in field projects and other real-world situations

How to deal with project management and logistical challenges when working with different cultures in demanding situations

How to develop your leadership abilities by stepping out of your comfort zone and challenging yourself



Tweetables



"A life or death situation is going to really motivate you, push you to broaden your horizons." - @Airman2mom #tcepodcast

How can you manage challenging projects in demanding situations? Find out on the Civil Engineering Podcast Ep. 2 #tcepodcast



Links and Resources Mentioned on Episode 



The Engineering Career Coach Podcast Ep. 37 - 18 Characteristics that made John Roebling one of the Greatest Engineers of All Time – Part 1 of 2The Engineering Career Coach Podcast Ep. 38 - 18 Characteristics that made John Roebling one of the Greatest Engineers of All Time – Part 2 of 2

Amanda Huffman, P.E. (airmantomom.com)

Books to Check Out:



Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace ... One School at a Time - Greg Mortenson

Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap… And Others Don't - Jim Collins







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