Navigating Bureaucracy: How to Be an Effective Change Agent Inside Government
The Challenge—and Opportunity—of Government Work A career in government can offer a strong sense of purpose and satisfaction. It’s a place where you can make a real difference in people’s lives. But let’s be honest, it can also be frustrating. Government systems are often slow, complex, and tied up in red tape. Getting even the […]
Procurement Pitfalls: How Poor Bidding Processes Undermine Infrastructure Projects
Why Procurement Matters More Than Most People Realize If you’ve ever wondered why public infrastructure projects take so long, go over budget, or fail to deliver the results communities expect, there’s a good chance the problem started long before the first shovel hit the ground. As someone who has spent decades working in public service […]
Public vs. Private Sector Waste Management: Key Differences and Overlaps
Waste management is one of those essential services that most people don’t think about—until something goes wrong. Whether your trash gets picked up on time or your local landfill is well-maintained, there’s a lot of work happening behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly. I’ve spent the majority of my career working in both […]
How a Civil Engineering Background Shapes Strategic Decision-Making
When people think about civil engineering, they often think about roads, bridges, and buildings. And while those are definitely part of the job, the truth is, civil engineering teaches you something even more powerful: how to think. For me, my background in civil engineering has shaped not just the way I approach technical problems, but […]