Michael Gastinel
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Michael Gastinel is a power generation technician with nearly ten years of experience in utility-scale energy operations. He focuses on plant systems, instrumentation, and turbine operations.
Portfolio: https://michaelgastinel.com
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The Human Guide Behind Technical Excellence
Mentorship of skilled technicians plays a decisive role in shaping strong careers and reliable work standards. Technical skill alone does not make a technician capable. Real growth comes from shared experience, steady guidance, and trust built over time. In many industries, mentorship fills the gap between classroom learning and real job demands. It helps technicians move from basic ability to confident performance. This article explores how mentorship supports learning, builds skills, and strengthens the future workforce.
By Michael Gastinel22 days ago in Education
The Overlooked Power of Safety Culture in Building High-Impact Teams
In many workplaces, safety is often viewed through the lens of compliance—meeting legal standards, following procedures, and minimizing risk. While these are important, this narrow view misses a much more powerful concept: safety culture as a strategic driver of team performance. Authentic safety culture goes beyond physical protection to encompass emotional well-being, open communication, and psychological trust.
By Michael Gastinelabout a month ago in Education
Why the Next Generation of Technicians Needs Mentors Who Lead by Example in a Skills Driven Era
The next generation of technicians is entering a workforce where skill gaps are growing and expectations are rising. Equipment is more complex. Systems are more connected. Employers expect accuracy, safety, and problem solving from day one. In this environment, the next generation of technicians needs mentors who lead by example.
By Michael Gastinelabout a month ago in Education
