Overcoming Introversion with Felix Boecker
I'm a fan of anyone working on introversion. Felix is doing excellent work.Learn more about Felix at http://brokesurgeon.com#40pb
40% Better - Engineering Leadership
Hosted by Bill, 40% Better-Engineering Leadership is a conversation for those who build and guide technical teams. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a practical dialogue focused on the tangible mechanics of morale, motivation, and output. Each episode features a single expert in employee engagement, and together we dissect the specific strategies that lead to measurable leaps in performance. You'll hear detailed explorations into what actually moves the needle for engineers and their managers, translating research and experience into actionable leadership techniques. The goal is straightforward: to provide the insights that can help your team operate at a significantly higher level of effectiveness and satisfaction. Tune in for a focused, deep-dive podcast that cuts through the noise of generic management advice, offering concrete ideas you can apply directly to the unique challenges of engineering leadership.
Episodes
The Initiative Advantage
How did you do that?I've been asked repeatedly by colleagues and execs. Across all the other mental models and skills - initiative is critical.
Influencing executives - building psychological safety (episode 7)
Front line leaders who learn the skills to present up the org chart.This helps teams trust, care, and feel engaged.
Leadership as a System
Smart leadership is a system.It works the same over and over again.And it starts with first level leaders/supervisors/managers.
Talking With Strangers - 40PB Episode 5
Every employee engagement journey starts with communication.I spent decades struggling with social anxiety - but now I talk with strangers every day and enjoy public speaking.The difference - learning and practicing skil…
Persuasion Wins
Being friends with your boss is nice - but often times ineffective for making change happen. What you need are the models and skills for persuasion. Persuasion means translating what you know into language that resonates…
Leadership Styles - Episode 3
We all have different approaches for leadership. Here's some that worked very well for me - and I've seen others use them also.
How I learned the "why" of leadership
Being a leader/manager/supervisor is a specific kind of responsibility. It's about helping your team become more productive.
Episode 1 (because we have to start somewhere)
Every podcast has a first episode - this is ours.
