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A System Engineering and Fractal Approach to Leadership
Definitions of Leadership Levels
Self-Leadership
Definition: Self-leadership is the process of influencing oneself to achieve personal goals, maintain motivation, and exhibit behaviors that align with one’s values, vision, and purpose. It involves self-awareness, self-discipline, and proactive decision-making to maximize one’s potential.
Key Elements:
Self-awareness: Understanding strengths, weaknesses, values, and …
Does the quote “A Leader Builds Other Leaders” Resemble a Blockchain?
Leadership as a Blockchain: A Thought Experiment
What if leadership could be envisioned through the lens of blockchain technology? This thought experiment doesn’t just entertain a novel comparison; it reveals powerful insights about how leadership can be decentralized, scalable, and enduring. Let’s explore leadership as a …
Is John Wooden’s Pyramid of Success Still Applicable for Technical Leadership?
Thought Experiment: What If John Wooden Built a Blockchain?
Imagine this: It’s the 1960s, and John Wooden, already a master architect of human excellence, decides to design something revolutionary—not just a basketball dynasty at UCLA, but the world’s first blockchain for leadership and success.
In this alternate …
From Skillset × Mindset to Exponential Success: Why High Tech Needs High Touch- A Blueprint for Skeptical Engineers
Engineers are skeptics by training. We question assumptions, test hypotheses, and demand hard evidence before accepting claims. That skepticism is a strength—but it can also blind us to the larger equation of leadership and purpose that extends beyond raw technical skill.
So let me present an …
An Inspirational Thought Experiment for Engineers, Educators, and Entrepreneurs
What If the Owl and the Eagle Rode Together?
What if the key to solving our greatest leadership and innovation challenges wasn’t found in a lab, a startup pitch, or a government grant—but in a simple tandem bicycle?
Imagine an eagle—bold, sharp-eyed, and powerful—soaring high, representing the …
AI Inpainting Examples
This is a simple illustration of using AI inpainting. Here’s a recent photo taken at the 2025 Region 5 Conference. Next, we are going to unclutter most of the tables in this photo.
For those who can’t wait ’til the end is the final result showing …
Scaling “My Story, My Professional Home, My IEEE”
Introduction
Dr John Santiago introduces an inspiring video by Johnny Lee how a simple idea/demo can get commercialize within months.
Dr Santiago gave a similar talk to middle-aged students hosted by the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs (UCCS). His joy from this event was when one student …
STEM Outreach Resources
The following STEM resources have been created by Region 5 volunteers.
2025- Lesson 01 – Electronics_ an Intro
2025- Lesson 01 – Leader’s Guide: Electronics_ an Intro
2025 – Lesson 02 – Electronics, Breadboards and Diodes Aplenty
2025 – Lesson 03 – Electronics, Switches and Schematics
2025 – Lesson 04 …
Thought Experiment: What If Engineers Are Co-Creators?
What If Engineers Are Co-Creators? A Thought Experiment on Ethical Innovation
Introduction: What If Engineering Is a Form of Stewardship?
Imagine that every law of physics, thermodynamics, and electromagnetism was placed in the universe, not by chance, but as part of a structured, pre-existing order waiting to …
Why Fit In When You Were Born to Stand Out: The IEEE Leadership Journey from GROW to GLOW to GROW
Introduction
In engineering, as in life, progress is never linear—it is an ongoing cycle of learning, innovation, and leadership. Within IEEE, this cycle is captured in the seamless transition from GROW to GLOW and then GLOW to GROW, a leadership model that empowers engineers to move …
Beyond the Product: Why the Engineering Process is the True Mark of Innovation
Reframing Success for the Technical Leader
In the world of engineering, success is often measured by the final product—a sleek new technology, a breakthrough device, or a perfectly functioning system. However, for technical leaders, educators, and innovators, this perspective is fundamentally incomplete.
The engineering process itself is …
Make Greatness Attainable for All: Engineering Leadership That Transforms the Future
Introduction
In an era where technological breakthroughs dominate headlines, we often credit the elite—the geniuses, the visionaries, the once-in-a-generation minds. But what if the secret to true innovation isn’t about being the smartest in the room? What if greatness isn’t reserved for a select few, but …
R5 February Newsletter
The Region 5 Community Connector
Newsletter Promoting activities, information, and news to the membership
February 2025
Membership Contacts:
R5 EXCOM Roster can be viewed here: https://rosters.ieee.org/home.html
R5 Director’s Corner
Dear IEEE Region 5 Members,
Wow, is it February already? January is a busy month, and an …
It’s Time to Nominate for Region 5 Awards!
IEEE Region 5 Awards recognize the achievements of members, Sections, Student Branches, and companies.
IEEE Region 5 annually recognizes Outstanding Large Section, Small Section, Member, Educator, Large Student Branch, Small Student Branch, Student, Branch Counselor, Large Company, Small Company, Young Professional Member, and Individual Achievement. …
R5 January Newsletter
The Region 5 Community Connector
Newsletter Promoting activities, information, and news to the membership
January 2025
Membership Contacts:
Paul Minor – East Area Chair
Prasenjit Shil– North Area Chair
Joe Redfield– South Area Chair
Faye Kann– West Area Chair
R5 EXCOM Roster can be viewed here: https://rosters.ieee.org/home.html
R5 …
What If One Mentor Changed Everything? A Thought Experiment for IEEE
Introduction
Imagine this:
You’re in a room with 50 of your IEEE peers—engineers, technologists, educators, and industry leaders—united by a shared mission to advance technology for humanity. The energy is palpable, but there’s a challenge: despite this collective talent, IEEE’s membership growth is plateauing, and engagement is …
Thought Experiment: Building Tomorrow’s Leaders with PyramidX-OS and IEEE STEAM TEAMS
Introduction
Imagine a world where every young mind is inspired to see the limitless possibilities of engineering and leadership. Picture a middle schooler, fascinated by building circuits with clay, mentored by a college engineering student who shares their excitement for discovery. Fast forward a few years: …
A Leader Builds Other Leaders: A Leader’s Reflection for Engineering Students and Young Professionals
Leadership isn’t born—it’s built. In other words, “A Leader Builds Other Leaders“ as quoted by the author.
For engineering students and young professionals stepping into the dual journey of self-leadership and team leadership, the challenge is daunting yet deeply rewarding. Success demands more than just technical …
R5 December Newsletter
The Region 5 Community Connector
Newsletter Promoting activities, information, and news to the membership
December 2024
Membership Contacts:
Hunter J Boudreaux – East Area Chair
Prasenjit Shil– North Area Chair
Joe Redfield– South Area Chair
Faye Kann– West Area Chair
R5 EXCOM Roster can be viewed here: https://rosters.ieee.org/home.html
…
Bitcoin Miners and Decentralized Banks: The Future No One Saw Coming
Author’s Note to Readers
This article is intended as a thought experiment, designed to spark curiosity, challenge assumptions, and inspire new perspectives about Bitcoin. The analogies and ideas presented here and other past articles are aim to bridge technical and philosophical concepts, fostering a deeper understanding …
Thought Experiment: Blockchain’s Role to Improve and Evolve Within a Global and Existing Monetary System
Author’s Note to Readers
This article is intended as a thought experiment, designed to spark curiosity, challenge assumptions, and inspire new perspectives about Bitcoin. The analogies and ideas presented here and other past articles are aim to bridge technical and philosophical concepts, fostering a deeper understanding …