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Spring Conference Season 2026: A Recap
It's been a few months since I wrapped up the early part of my conference season. Here's a look at what I experienced across three conferences, the presentations that stood out, and what's coming up this fall.

Laura Oxsen
Jun 285 min read


5 Tips for Communicating Technical Work to Any Audience
Struggle to explain complex projects to non-experts? Learn 5 practical tips to improve your technical communication, build trust, and engage any audience.

Laura Oxsen
May 245 min read


Good People: A Week at the PNWS-AWWA Conference in Tacoma
Oxsen Learning sponsored the golf tournament at the PNWS-AWWA conference in Tacoma this year. Here's what stood out most.

Laura Oxsen
May 121 min read


What Is Microlearning (And Why It Might Be the Most Underrated Way to Grow)
Microlearning is one of the most underrated ways to grow. Here's what it is, why it works, and how small, intentional learning moments can compound into something real.

Laura Oxsen
May 61 min read


What It Actually Looks Like to Invest in Your Team's Training
Investing in the right training early pays off in faster readiness and stronger teams. Here's how the AutoCAD Civil 3D Basics course has supported real engineers at Grayling Engineers.

Laura Oxsen
Apr 291 min read


Rethinking Organizational Development: A New Definition for How We Actually Work
Most organizations are so busy doing the work that nobody has time to fix how the work gets done. That's the gap organizational development is meant to close. Here's a new way to think about it.

Laura Oxsen
Apr 185 min read


APWA WA Spring Conference Recap
My first time at the APWA Washington Spring Conference, and it didn't disappoint. Great sessions, real conversations, and a few familiar faces along the way.

Laura Oxsen
Apr 161 min read


My First Conference, and What It Taught Me
My first internship took me to an industry conference before I even knew what to expect from the profession. That access shaped how I've approached my career ever since.

Laura Oxsen
Apr 91 min read


You Don't Build a Business Alone
You don't build a business alone. It's important to have people surrounding you with support.

Laura Oxsen
Mar 51 min read


Transforming the Future: Explaining Civil 3D to the Next Generation
Engineering transforms our world. But how do we explain it to the next generation? Break down the logical layers of AutoCAD Civil 3D and explore how these tools build the world around us.

Laura Oxsen
Feb 242 min read


Beyond the Spreadsheet: A Budget That Shows Where Your Life Is Going
Most budgets only look at where your money went. I built mine to show you where your life is going. Learn how to balance the joy of today with the security of tomorrow.

Laura Oxsen
Feb 31 min read


The Monday Morning Problem: Ending the Cycle of "I'll Show You Tomorrow"
The HR onboarding is done. The workstation is ready. But then comes the weight of technical training. See how our 'Mentor Looking Over Your Shoulder' approach saves billable hours and empowers new engineers.

Laura Oxsen
Feb 32 min read


Why I Built Oxsen Learning: Training for the Whole Person
Training for the whole person is here. Explore how Oxsen Learning combines technical engineering mastery with practical personal development to help you build true confidence.

Laura Oxsen
Jan 202 min read
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