Communication Mechanics: A Podcast for Engineers

Communication Mechanics
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Welcome to Communication Mechanics! Hosted by the Webb Communication Program at Georgia Tech’s Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering. In each episode, we explore how communication shapes the success of  engineers, researchers, and industry professionals. Join us as we share stories of triumphs, challenges, and the strategies that fuel success. Whether you're a seasoned pro, an aspiring student, or simply passionate about engineering, listen as we demystify compelling communication in the world of mechanical engineering.

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    Reviewing Reports: Training Writing Reviewers

    In the season 3 finale, Dr. Jill Fennell sits down with returning guest Dr. David MacNair and new guest Dr. Caitlin Kelly. The three discuss the importance of 'training the trainer' and ensuring graduate TAs and communication center tutors have the tools they need to give feedback to the students they work with.  _ Show Notes and Timestamps: 00:43 Introduction to guests 01:00 Introduction to conversation about training writing reviewers 01:57 How to train the trainer and give constructive feedback 03:14 Distinction between grading and feedback 09:17 How to approach talking to GTAs and Tutors about what they need to know to give feedback on a report or project 15:54 Helping GTAs and Tutors to understand the importance of audience when helping others with their communication 21:54 Difference between client/user focused writing and instructor focused writing 26:48 How to explain how GTAs and Tutors should make clear what major problems are vs other major issues in writing 37:01 Advice for peer reviewers 44:02 Advice for new GTAs and Tutors before they meet with their first students 47:18 What should GTAs tell students when they’re encouraging them to come to the communication center? 51:04 Wrap up and thanksA transcript of this episode is available here. Episode edited by Lee Hibbard.

    52 phút

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    Communicating During Engineering Internships

    In this episode, Dr. Jill Fennell sits down with recent Georgia Tech graduate Keshav Pransukhka to learn more about his experience as an engineering intern and discuss advice for students going into internships for the first time.  _ Show Notes and Timestamps 00:43 welcome and introduction 01:15 internship information 04:17 First communication expectations and challenges 06:23 Value of communication training in college 07:41 Communicating with different audiences 10:05 Strategies for dealing with different audiences 12:47 Amount of communication during internship 14:07 Slide Design Strategies 17:07 Advice for students when designing slide decks 20:41 Building confidence during internship work 23:36 Advice for students who have yet to have an internship 26:04 Success of communication practice 28:38 Advice to students starting their internships 30:45 What students should understand before their internship A transcript of this episode is available here. Episode edited by Lee Hibbard.

    36 phút

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    Engineering Leadership Communication (with Russell Ford)

    In this episode, Jill Fennell speaks to Russell Ford, Chairman and CEO of StandardAero and Georgia Tech alumnus, about the importance of communication in leadership. Using Mister Ford's Top Ten Rules for Technical Leadership as a framework, the two discuss strategies for effectively communicating and growing in leadership roles as an engineer. _ Show Notes and Timestamps: 00:43 Introductions and Guest introductions 01:21 Communication’s importance in leadership 03:14 Evolving views on communication upon entering leadership roles 06:48 Helpful communication habits and tools 08:29 Introduction to Russ Ford’s Top Ten Rules for Technical Leadership 10:48 The rules as they relate to technical communication 17:25 The Rule of Engagement 20:18 The Rule of Focus 22:41 The Rule of Time Management 29:14 The Rule of Responsibility 34:13 Tips for Developing leadership habits early 37:12 Common mistakes early career engineers make 39:12 One Rule that resonates most 43:03 One thing you wish every engineer understood about communication and leadership 43:27 Thanks and outro_ Click here for the full list of Russ Ford's Top 10 Rules for Technical Leadership. A transcript of this episode is available here. Episode edited by Lee Hibbard.

    44 phút

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    Speaking with Confidence: How Engineers can Master High Stakes Communication

    In this episode Dr. Jill Fennell has a conversation with Kathryn Woods about the principles of confident communication in high stakes scenarios, sharing important strategies for giving effective presentations and forming positive public speaking habits.  Notes and Timestamps: 00:43 - Introduction and Guest 01:14 - Transition from SLP to Coaching Professionals in Public Speaking 02:34 - How personal experience influences teaching 04:31 - Background in SLP and the Science of Communication Confidence 08:04 - Physical reaction to nerves and public speaking 11:57 - Strategies for staying calm during high stakes speaking situations 14:40 - Voice, Tone and Pacing in presentations 24:31 - Presentation habits that undermine confidence and correcting them 31:43 - Making improvements to long term struggles 40:36 - Final Tips and Notes A transcript of this episode is available here.  Episode edited by Lee Hibbard.

    43 phút

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    Beyond the Pitch: Communicating Your Engineering Skills at Career Fairs

    In the season 3 premiere of Communication Mechanics, podcast host Dr. Jill Fennell is joined by  Laura Garcia, Director of Undergraduate Career Education at Georgia Tech. Together they discuss navigating different aspects of Career Fairs from a communication standpoint, detailing information to help students before, during, and after their career fair experience.    Notes and Timestamps: 00:43 Introduction to Topic and Guest 01:51 How Students should prepare for the career fair 03:44 Details for students to include beyond the basics at fairs 09:07 How do students research different communication norms in different industries 09:59 Mapping out career fair day 11:41 The balance between authenticity and tailoring 12:51 What to know about Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Scorecards 16:06 The importance of networking skills and non technical skillsets 22:56 Building Rapport quickly at the Career Fair 26:37 Importance of Attire and Dress 29:11 Tracking accomplishments, experiences, and self-reflection 31:14 Addressing Failure and the STAR method 34:57 Followup after the career fair and the importance of thank yous 36:48 Prepping for followup and making notes post conversation with recruiters 38:07 Timeline between fair and interviews 40:06 Underrated communication tips and importance of resources 41:10 Wrap up and access to support and workshopsA transcript of this episode is available here. Podcast edited by Lee Hibbard.

    43 phút

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    Prepping for NSF GRFP Applications

    In the Season 2 Finale, Jill sits down with Dr. Alena Alamgir, Director of Technical Communication for Materials Science at Georgia Tech. The two discuss preparing documentation and application materials for the highly competitive National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program, or NSF GRFP.  Show Notes and Timestamps: 00:54 Intro and Welcome 01:33 The Basics: What is NSF GRFP? 04:07 How many years does the Fellowship fund? 04:59 Restraints on who can apply 05:59 Documentation and Composing Required Documents 13:48 Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts as Criteria in Practice 18:00 Practicing Framing Research Problems to Align with NSF Priorities 20:38 Questions for advisors before applying 22:14 Considering and soliciting recommendation letters 30:13 Preparing for Applicant Workshops and Primary Purpose of Workshop Attendance 36:05 How to get the most out of attending the workshops and actionable steps for applying 39:43 When the solicitation comes out and episode wrap upA transcript of this episode is available here.  We will return for Season 3 of Communication Mechanics in the Fall of 2025.  Episode edited by Lee Hibbard.

    44 phút

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    Engineering Safety Communication

    In this episode, host Dr. Jill Fennell sits down with Mark Ligler, Vice President of Factory Automation Systems in Georgia and member of the Woodruff School Advisory board, to talk about the importance of communicating safety in engineering.  Notes and Timestamps: 00:54 Introductions and guest introductions 01: 33 Importance of safety to future engineers 04:32 Helping others communicate safety needs 08:04 Poor safety communication leading to issues 11:15 Building a safety culture 13:55 Effective safety communication 18:30 Leaders and Managers communicating the importance of safety 20:37 Safety communication in high vs low risk fields 22:45 Common mistakes in safety communication 24:46 Common mistakes in safety signage 28:18 Role of the engineer as a safety communicator 36:08 Challenges engineers can fix by anticipating them 40:48 Final thoughts and advice on learning engineering safetyA transcript of this episode is available here.  Podcast edited by Lee Hibbard.

    43 phút

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    Code Commenting

    In this episode, host Dr. Jill Fennell sits down with Dr. David Torello, Director of the Clark Scholars Program and the College of Engineering's Dean's Scholars Program in the Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Tech. The two discuss code commenting, an oft overlooked communication genre in Engineering, and consider best practices and use cases for creating effective code comments.  Show Notes and Timestamps: 00:54 - Introducing guest 02:02 - Code Commenting as Communication 03:14 - Purpose of Code Commenting 05:44 - Mapping out Communication for Code Commenting 09:17 - Genre Expectations for Code Commenting 15:33 - Audience needs and Usability of Code Commenting 23:02 - Code Commenting Ethos and Impact of Code Comments 24:53 - Trustworthiness of Code Comments 30:29 - Quality of Code Comments 34:15 - Student Perspectives on Code Commenting 37:56 - What David wants to see from Code Comments 42:04 - Advice for students wanting to keep their skills fresh 46:14 - General advice for code commenting and understanding communicationA transcript of this episode is available here. Episode edited by Lee Hibbard.

    51 phút
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Welcome to Communication Mechanics! Hosted by the Webb Communication Program at Georgia Tech’s Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering. In each episode, we explore how communication shapes the success of  engineers, researchers, and industry professionals. Join us as we share stories of triumphs, challenges, and the strategies that fuel success. Whether you're a seasoned pro, an aspiring student, or simply passionate about engineering, listen as we demystify compelling communication in the world of mechanical engineering.

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