Welcome to My World
As the Director of Building Engineering, I’ve achieved a lofty status within the company. It’s a title that comes with a certain mystique, as if I possess a hidden vault of engineering wisdom. The truth? Sometimes, I feel like I should be wearing a magician’s hat and pulling answers out of a hat rather than having all the knowledge stored in my brain. Everyone assumes that, as the Director, I know everything. And I mean everything. From complex wall systems to the nuances of building codes, colleagues and clients look to me as though I’m an all-knowing wise woman of building engineering. But here’s a little secret: sometimes, I’m just really good at faking it until I make it.
Speed-search: The Director’s Superpower
When someone calls with a question, my go-to line is often, “I’m currently swamped with other tasks. Let me get back to you.” In reality, my “busy” time involves a high-speed dash to Google, typing in something like, “How to reset a broken thermostat” while simultaneously keeping my cool on the phone. It’s a delicate balancing act—like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle.
Picture this: I’m on a call, someone needs an answer, and I’m furiously Googling or flipping the pages of my engineering books with the same intensity one might use to escape a fire. It’s like a high-stakes game show where the prize is maintaining my reputation as the all-knowing director. It’s exhilarating and, let’s be honest, a little stressful. But it’s also kind of fun to experience the rush of coming up with the right answer just in time.
The Joy of the Challenge
Yes, there’s stress involved, but there’s also a unique satisfaction in overcoming the challenge. Each call, each question is an opportunity to test my quick-thinking skills and problem-solving prowess. And despite the occasional panic, I genuinely enjoy the thrill of navigating through complex problems and emerging victorious.
Being a Director is less about having every answer at the tip of your fingers and more about knowing how to find the answers and manage the perception of expertise. The role requires a blend of confidence, quick thinking, and a little bit of magic. So, the next time you think of me as the ultimate knowledge powerhouse, remember: sometimes it’s not about having all the answers but about knowing where to look and how to keep the show running smoothly. And honestly, I wouldn’t trade these moments of adrenaline and achievement for anything.
