Episode 119 - Can Great Engineers Be Bad Leaders?

The Structural Engineering Podcast · Jul 22, 2026 · 1m

In Episode 119, we sit down with Travis Slisher to discuss what great leadership looks like in the engineering profession and why technical expertise alone isn't enough to build successful teams. Drawing from his own leadership journey, Travis shares the lessons he's learned about earning trust, communicating effectively, developing future leaders, and creating a culture where engineers feel empowered to grow and contribute. We explore the differences between managing projects and leading people, the common leadership mistakes engineers make as they advance in their careers, and how strong…