Highly skilled engineers often rise into leadership roles only to find themselves unprepared for the human complexities of guiding teams. In this episode, we explore the nuances of transitioning from a technical expert to a people leader, highlighting the soft skills that aren’t typically taught in engineering school but are essential for success. Learn how to communicate effectively, inspire collaboration, and lead with influence without losing your technical edge.

Guest: Dr. Tom Ulrich (Author of Leading Engineers and Co-Creator of a Leading Insulin Pump Tandem)

In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Thomas Ulrich, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, LindaAnn Rogers

 

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References: 

Ulrich, T. R. (2017). A phenomenological inquiry into engineers’ motivation to lead. Proceedings of the international annual conference of the American Society for Engineering Management, 1–10.