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40% Better - Engineering Leadership

Every week, we invite 1 expert on employee engagement and deep-dive into unlocking previously unheard of performance levels in teams and leaders. 40 Percent Betterhttps://40pb.com

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54:10

Mastering Diplomacy in the Workplace | with Nick...

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/09/12

This conversation explores the evolution of battery technology, the importance of leadership stories, and the critical role of communication in effective leadership. Bill Lennan and Nick Woodward discuss their personal journeys in leadership, emphasizing the need for continuous coaching and self-development. They highlight the significance of promoting internal growth and retention within organizations, as well as the impact of intrinsic motivation on team dynamics. The discussion also touches on

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88:50

Embracing Life's Lessons in Leadership | with Sherwin...

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/09/09

This conversation explores the journey of leadership through personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of emotional resilience, trust-building, and systems thinking. Bill Lennan and Sherwin Socaransky reflect on their career paths, the challenges faced in team management, and the significance of creating a culture of ownership. They discuss the dual career track in tech, the power dynamics within organizations, and the value of gratitude in shaping one's professional journey.I hope you enjoy

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69:09

Navigating the Digital Nomad Lifestyle | with Sunil...

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/09/05

In this conversation, Bill Lennan and Sunil Jagani delve into various themes surrounding modern living, work dynamics, and technological advancements. They explore the concept of tiny home communities as a solution for affordable living and the hybrid work model that allows for flexibility. The discussion transitions into the digital nomad lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance and the evolving nature of software engineering practices. The speakers also touch on the significance

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59:08

The Value of Serendipity in Collaboration | with...

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/09/02

In this conversation, the Bill and Sanjay discuss their experiences with technology, leadership in software teams, and the dynamics of remote work. They explore the importance of fostering a cohesive team environment, the value of serendipity in collaboration, and the role of risk-taking in personal growth. Additionally, they emphasize the significance of intrinsic motivation, psychological safety for shy team members, and effective communication in enhancing team dynamics. I hope you enjoy this

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44:19

The Power of Storytelling in Business | with Steven...

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/08/29

In this conversation, the Bill and Steven delve into the nuances of effective communication, particularly in the context of pitching ideas and building relationships in both the technology and film industries. They explore the importance of understanding one's audience, the art of storytelling, and the necessity of networking. The discussion highlights how to empower others by making them the heroes of their own narratives, ultimately leading to successful collaborations and outcomes. I hope you

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68:15

The Intersection of AI and Team Dynamics | with John...

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/08/26

In this conversation, John and Bill explore the journey into leadership, drawing parallels between skateboarding and team dynamics in technology. They discuss the challenges of managing teams, the impact of AI on coding, and the importance of stability in team structures. The conversation also touches on agile methodologies, recruitment practices, and the fast-paced nature of game development, emphasizing the need for adaptability and effective communication within teams. In this conversation, they

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66:04

The Art of Servant Leadership | with Mike Auteri -...

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/08/25

In this episode, Mike shares his journey to software development and leadership, supporting his people, setting expectations, and why you should do the work before the promotion.We hope you enjoy this episode!Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly. – Bill and the 40 % Better Podcast TeamConnect with Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauteri/Connect with Bill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wblennan/Visit the 40 Percent Better website here:

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64:06

SE01E03 - The Art of Leadership Without Power | With...

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/08/22

In this conversation, Donald shares the unexpected journey into leadership at Microsoft, discussing the unique environment of Microsoft Research, the transition from a bottom-up approach to a more focused research strategy, and the importance of leadership over management. We emphasize the role of communication in driving change, the interplay of luck and preparation in achieving success, and the necessity of making bets in a challenging environment. Donald also reflects on the essence of leadership

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57:35

SE01E02 - The Art of Communication in Leadership |...

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/08/19

In this conversation with Zack Halloran, we explore various aspects of leadership, focusing on the importance of communication, understanding business context, and fostering psychological safety within teams. We discuss personal experiences in leadership roles, the challenges of remote work, and the significance of aligning individual goals with team objectives. We also talk about the need for effective communication and the development of people skills as essential components of successful

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48:10

SE01E01 - How Team Relationships Drive Success | with...

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/08/15

Welcome to the 40% Better Podcast! This conversation explores the unexpected path from web development to engineering leadership. Andrew shares insights on building high-performing teams, the role of solution engineering, and the impact of AI on software development. The discussion emphasizes the importance of coaching over management and the non-linear paths individuals take in their careers. #40percentbetter #podcast #podcastshow #relationships #drivesuccess #foryou #explorepage

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6:00

Love The Grind - Episode 54

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/07/24

I learned this from a decade+ of surfing. Every day is an opportunity to improve, there is no ultimate goal.

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22:00

A Mental Health Toolbox - Episode 53

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/07/01

I've had struggles with anxiety, depression, social anxiety, and imposter syndrome. Here's a list of tools that make those things not problems today. These tools all have extensive research behind them :-)

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13:25

Do Hard Things - episode 52

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/06/29

Accept the inevitable - success requiers hard work.When you accept this, life gets way easier.Fighting against hard work - makes things harder.....

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7:07

Mistakes are Required - Episode 51

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/06/16

The inspector gave me a list of 6 things to fix. Only one was easy. Every issue was solvable. And each one would take time and effort. It wasn't what I wanted, it was what I got. And it taught me a lot!

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10:34

Success Metrics - Episode 50

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/06/12

Car racing, surfing Pipeline, 70 ft free dives, and beating software release predictions. These activities are all built on a stack of small success metrics. Having deliberate and sufficiently detailed metrics lets us talk about, analyze, and reverse engineer success and failures.

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19:51

3 Mental Models and 1 Lie - Episode 49

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/06/05

These mental models (beliefs) were taught to me well before my first leadership role. And the lie was one I started leading with - but dumped in a few months

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17:19

Being Lucky - Episode 48

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/05/24

I've been outrageously lucky in this life. And looking back, there's a consistent pattern for how I made luck my friend.Initiative + Optimism -> LuckClover thanks to: Umberto Salvagnin, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

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54:39

Steven Puri and Sukha - Episode 47

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/05/19

Software engineer to Hollywood powerhouse and back to software.Raised $21M to fund startups and was a senior executive in Hollywood studios. Independence Day, Transformers 1/2, Star Trek, Eagle Eye, Wolverine, etc - all movies where Steven's teams contributed to special effects. The man has worked with legends (and he has a great sense of humor).We talked engineering, Office Space, leadership, and a few movie insights :-)‬‭ Steven is the Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company with the mission to help

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43:40

Jeff Hancher - Episode 46

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/05/14

Jeff's journey began as a child growing up in southwestern Pennsylvania.After serving in the United States Army, Jeff began a career as a blue-collar worker at a large corporation.Since that start, he was promoted 10 times, and achieved advanced leadership roles at a Fortune 500 company.During his pursuit of success, there has been no greater thrill than making those around him better. What started as a dream to change his own life soon became a dream to help change the lives of others.Jeff realized

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11:36

Imposter Syndrome- Episode 45

40% Better - Engineering Leadership ·

2025/05/13

Oh boy, have I heard stories!!Team leads and managers who were sure any day they'd be discovered as frauds. And yes, I've been that person. Convinced that my team's performance was amazingly lucky hires. And in hindsight, this three factor framework would have saved me.

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