June 29, 2026 issue

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The cash flow disconnect
By Kyle Ahern
AEC firms are billing faster but collecting more slowly, creating a cash flow problem that stronger invoicing alone cannot solve.



Tomorrow’s leaders don’t wait for permission
By Ricardo Jesús Maga Rojas
Emerging professionals can lead from where they stand by taking ownership, asking better questions, and strengthening the teams around them.



The first 90 days
By Mark Zweig
Strong onboarding helps new AEC hires feel valued, useful, and confident they made the right decision.


The shifting role of the recruiter
By Denise Starrett-Boyer
Recruitment is becoming more efficient, but a human touch is more important than ever.


Red flags and digital engineering stamps
By Jared Maxwell
Digital engineering stamps can create serious professional, financial, and reputational risk when firms fail to control access and coverage.

 

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