Emotional Intelligence in Turbulent Times:
Leader’s Role When Going Gets Tough
In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, organisations often face complex challenges that test their resilience. In these moments, strong leadership is critical—not just for finding solutions but also for maintaining team motivation and stability. From my experience in crisis management, one skill stands out as essential: emotional intelligence. Leaders must balance rational decision-making with understanding […]
Navigating Communication Crisis:
The Role of Transparency and Trust
In our information-driven business environment, organisations must act efficiently and in a coordinated manner. Often, the challenge lies not in a lack of skills or resources, but in directing them effectively—specifically, through the exchange of information. Communication crises are inevitable for every organisation, testing its reputation and credibility. In these moments, transparency and trustworthiness are […]
Sustainable architecture –
a dream or an inevitable reality?
First published in Postimees on December 2, 2024. Read in Estonian. Then also, it was published in rohegeenius on December 4, 2024. Richard Viies and Andrus Aaviste, managers of Selektor Insenerid OÜ, firmly believe that choosing their company for construction studies is a smart decision. Construction studies provide essential information for planning a building’s intended […]
Road safety in reverse
Making sure our roads are safe and efficient involves more than just looking at performance indicators. In a recent article in Maaleht exploring the implications of the car tax, titled “Car Tax – Filling State Treasury at the Expense of Economy and Public Health?” the author highlighted the findings of a Swedbank forum survey. Not […]
Unlock smart funding
Estonia, a nation of progress and innovation, faces a critical challenge that threatens its very foundation – the chronic underfunding of its road infrastructure. Infrastructure construction experts have long sounded the alarm, highlighting the adverse impact on road quality, safety, and overall functionality. The proposed solution to this persistent problem involves redirecting the vehicle tax […]
From dusty to safe
Estonia, like many countries, faces the challenge of maintaining and developing its road network amidst financial constraints. The issue of underfunding in road construction and maintenance is a critical one, and it requires immediate attention. With the potential introduction of an automobile tax, it is crucial to ensure that the funds generated are allocated fairly […]
Smart bids, smart state!
In times of uncertainty, the need for adaptive measures is paramount. As we witness debates about government decisions impacting the state budget, it becomes clear that crisis moments can serve as catalysts for more effective public sector management. One area that demands attention is the engineering competence in public procurement, a facet crucial for informed […]
Eco-friendly asphalt remix
In today’s road construction scene, the heat restoration remix is in the spotlight for a variety of reasons, especially as its eco-friendly image in Nordic countries faces challenges. Recent concerns suggest that environmentally speaking, traditional milling and new coating methods might gain an edge over heat restoration, particularly from an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) standpoint. […]
Formal hierarchies and not-so-formal networks
I have been asked recently if the informal information movement network within the organisation is an obstacle or does it supports the organisational communication, performance, and wellbeing. Well, … Organisations consist of several hierarchical structures and relationships, the harmony of which is the basis of the organisation’s functioning and success. One important aspect is the […]