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Think Like an Engineer, Don't Act Like One
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This book is ideal for readers who enjoy humour with a clever twist and those looking to broaden their horizons through unconventional life lessons inspired by engineering.
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The third edition in the 'Think Like a Pro' series (sold over 94,000 copies)! The series provides 75 quirky, one-paragraph lessons taken from the field of engineering, ready to implement into your daily life. A thought-provoking and most of all amusing collection of lessons derived from the author's experience. This edition of the Think Like series displays the wonderful world of engineers.
This bundle of insights shows why no one can hold you responsible for the impact of gravity, what Gerrit Rietveld can teach you about going against the flow, that Donald Trump says more than you think, and how Netflix goes beyond binge-watching.
This book is for anyone who wants to widen their perspective and broaden their horizons.
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ISBN: 9789063695699
Publisher: BIS Publishers B.V.
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 07 July 2020
Country: Netherlands
Imprint: BIS Publishers B.V.
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 145.0mm
Height: 180.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 160
About the Author
Jan Karel Mak is an entrepreneur, engineer and environmental scientist. He is the CEO of international design/engineering firm Deerns Group and serves as a board member of young tech firms and charities.
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