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- #77 | Ready-To-Use Solutions to Prevent (or Stop) Burnout in Tech▶︎ #77 | Ready-To-Use Solutions to Prevent (or Stop) Burnout in Tech
Join us for an empowering episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast, hosted by Aleksandra Lemańska. In today’s episode, we address the pressing issue of burnout in the technology and IT teams, offering practical solutions to overcome and manage this challenge effectively.
Are you or your organization struggling with burnout? Discover solutions divided into three critical buckets: Organizational, Tech, and Individual. Aleksandra provides precise strategies on what organizations can implement, how technology can be leveraged, and what individuals can do personally to address the burnout.
This episode is filled with actionable advice to help you, your team, and your organization navigate and mitigate the impacts of burnout. Tune in to learn how these strategies can empower you to create a healthier, more sustainable work environment, ensuring long-term success and well-being.
Go back to the episode #73! “Burnout in IT / Tech Root Causes & Solutions
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Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp
www.lemanskills.com54 min - #76 | Founder's Journey - Leading with Responsibility and Care w/ Asia Solnyshkina▶︎ #76 | Founder's Journey: Leading with Responsibility and Care w/ Asia Solnyshkina
Join your host, Aleksandra Lemańska, for an inspiring episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast as we engage in a conversation with Asia Solnyshkina, CEO of ProSense.Digital and a Web Development Expert. Asia shares her journey navigating the complexities of being a founder, a mother, and finding a safe place to work and live.
In this episode, we explore the challenges and triumphs of growing a business while supporting women in their career journeys. Asia provides examples of good organizational practices that empower women and create supportive work environments. We also discuss the power of 1:1 meetings and progress diaries, both in personal life and team leadership, emphasizing how small, consistent actions can lead to significant impacts.
Through Asia's experiences and insights, this episode offers valuable perspectives for those seeking to balance professional aspirations with personal well-being. Whether you're building a business or supporting a team, Asia's story underscores the importance of recognizing that small things are indeed the big things in creating a fulfilling and successful life.
✔︎ Resources mentioned in the episode:
Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men
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LinkedIn: @asolnyshkina
ProSense: https://prosense.digital
Digital Transformation Success: Achieving Alignment and Delivering Results with the Process Inventory Framework
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LinkedIn: @aleksandralemanska
TikTok: @aleksandra_lemanska
X: @lemanskills
Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp
www.lemanskills.com51 min - #75 | One Thing You Can Do To... Choose Which Tasks To Do▶︎ #75 | One Thing You Can Do To... Choose Which Tasks To Do
Join us for a concise and impactful episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast, hosted by Aleksandra Lemańska. In today’s episode, we focus on a single, powerful technique to help you prioritize tasks effectively, especially when your to-do list feels overwhelming.
Feeling anxious about which tasks to tackle first? Discover the key questions you can ask yourself to gain clarity and direction, such as: "What kind of problem am I solving here?" and "Does this task bring me closer to the person I want to become?" Aleksandra guides you through these reflective questions, offering a simple yet effective approach to task prioritization.
This episode is filled with practical advice to help you reduce anxiety and improve productivity. Tune in to learn how asking the right questions can transform your decision-making process, empowering you to focus on what truly matters and align your actions with your goals.
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X: @lemanskills
Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp
www.lemanskills.com11 min - #74 | From Consulting Giants to Process Excellence w/ Michael Schank▶︎ #74 | From Consulting Giants to Process Excellence w/ Michael Schank
Join your host, Aleksandra Lemańska, for an insightful episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast as we engage in a conversation with Michael Schank, an experienced manager with a rich background in consulting and the author of "Digital Transformation Success: Achieving Alignment and Delivering Results with the Process Inventory Framework." Michael, the rich contributor to the process inventory approach, shares his expertise on leading teams across both consulting and non-consulting environments.
In this episode, we explore the distinct differences between these two worlds, uncovering the unique challenges and opportunities each presents. Michael discusses the patterns that he sees in organizations and how these can influence their operations, often leading to success or failure.
Through Michael's experiences and strategies, this episode provides valuable perspectives for leaders seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of organizational dynamics. Whether you're in the consulting field or leading within a corporate structure, Michael's insights offer a blueprint for aligning processes and achieving meaningful results.
✔︎ Resources mentioned in the episode:
Designing Digital Twins: A Problem-First Approach to Bridging the Real and Virtual Worlds
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LinkedIn: @michael-schank
Process Inventory Advisors: ProcessInventory.com
Digital Transformation Success: Achieving Alignment and Delivering Results with the Process Inventory Framework
✉︎ FOLLOW ME ON: ⤵︎
LinkedIn: @aleksandralemanska
TikTok: @aleksandra_lemanska
X: @lemanskills
Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp
www.lemanskills.com55 min - #73 | Burnout in IT / Tech Root Causes & Solutions▶︎ #73 | Burnout in IT / Tech: Root Causes & Solutions
Join us for an eye-opening episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast, hosted by Aleksandra Lemańska. In today’s episode, we unpack the huge issue of burnout in the technology and IT sectors. As it grows more and more, it’s a real need to analyze the current situation and plan the steps to overcome it.
Are you or your team members on the edge of burnout? Discover the five most common root causes of burnout in the IT industry and how these factors may be affecting your work and life.. Aleksandra provides insightful solutions tailored to each cause, empowering you to choose strategies that best fit your lifestyle and professional environment.
This episode is packed with practical advice designed to help you and your team navigate the pressures of the tech world effectively. Tune in to learn how understanding and addressing these burnout zones can lead to a healthier, more productive work environment, ensuring that you thrive rather than just survive in your career.
✔︎ Resources mentioned in the episode:
ISACA Research
#5 | How to Boost Employees' Motivation? 9 PCM Needs
#23 | How to Boost Efficiency and Team Engagement? Use OKRs!
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X: @lemanskills
Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp
www.lemanskills.com1 hr 3 min - #72 | Building Engineering Teams w/ Siri Varma Vegiraju @Microsoft▶︎ #72 | Building Engineering Teams w/ Siri Varma Vegiraju @Microsoft
Join your host, Aleksandra Lemańska, for this new episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast as we engage in a conversation with Siri Varma Vegiraju, an experienced engineer, currently a Team Lead at Microsoft. Siri shares her journey of transformation from an engineering role to a leadership position, highlighting the shift in perspective from focusing on team dynamics to understanding organizational impact.
In this episode, we dig deeper into the significance of community, especially in the context of living and working in a large city, and how it can influence professional growth and collaboration. Siri discusses the tendency to dive into complexity rather than seeking simplicity, offering insights into how leaders can navigate this challenge effectively.
Through Siri's experiences and strategies, this episode provides valuable perspectives for those transitioning into leadership roles, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and strategic thinking. Whether you're on the path to leadership or seeking to refine your approach, Siri's journey offers guidance on what to do, especially when you’re at the very beginning of your IT leadership journey.
✔︎ Resources mentioned in the episode:
https://www.amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results/dp/1885167776
The Making of a Manager: What to Do When Everyone Looks to You
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LinkedIn: @sirivarma
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LinkedIn: @aleksandralemanska
TikTok: @aleksandra_lemanska
X: @lemanskills
Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp
www.lemanskills.com53 min - #71 | How Much Does a Communication Debt Really Cost Us?▶︎ #71 | How Much Does a Communication Debt Really Cost Us?
Join us for an insightful episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast, hosted by Aleksandra Lemańska. In today’s episode, we delve into the concept of communication debt—what it is, when it arises, and how it impacts organizations and teams if left unaddressed.
Are your communication channels clear and effective? Discover the circumstances that lead to communication debt and the strategies leaders can employ to mitigate its effects. Aleksandra guides you through practical steps to address communication debt, ensuring that your organization and teams operate smoothly and efficiently.
This episode is filled with actionable advice on maintaining clarity and transparency in communication, empowering your team to function without the daily struggles caused by miscommunication. Tune in to learn how effectively managing communication debt can enhance productivity and team cohesion, leading to a more harmonious work environment.
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X: @lemanskills
Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp
www.lemanskills.com37 min - #70 | Regaining Leadership Energy, Team Accountability & Progress w/ Jim Mirochnik▶︎ #70 | Regaining Leadership Energy, Team Accountability & Progress w/ Jim Mirochnik
Join host Aleksandra Lemańska for an inspiring episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast, featuring a conversation with Jim Mirochnik, a seasoned tech leader with an illustrious career spanning NASA, IBM, and now as CEO of Halock Security Lab. Jim shares how his experiences in sports have shaped the habits and leadership principles he employs today.
In this episode, we delve into the creation of a healthy organizational culture where real values are not just stated but actively lived by. Jim emphasizes the importance of viewing people as team-mates, creating a sense and skill of accountability and collaboration beyond traditional team-member roles.
Explore Jim's innovative approach to creating accountability charts that enhance clarity and responsibility, distinguishing them from conventional organizational charts. Discover his strategies for avoiding "Directors of Progress Prevention," ensuring that every team member contributes positively to the organization's goals.
✔︎ Resources mentioned in the episode:
Outliers: The Story of Success
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success
Peak: Unleashing Your Inner Champion Through Revolutionary Methods for Skill Acquisition and Performance Enhancement in Work, Sports, and Life
Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't
Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't
The Secret
I Could Do Anything If I Only Knew What It Was: How to Discover What You Really Want and How to Get It
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LinkedIn: @jimmirochnik
HALOCK Security Labs
Reasonable Risk
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www.lemanskills.com1 hr 10 min - #69 | The One Thing You Can Do When... Somebody Withdraws▶︎ #69 | The One Thing You Can Do When... Somebody Withdraws
Join us for an insightful episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast, hosted by Aleksandra Lemańska. In this episode, we explore the challenging dynamics of withdrawal behaviors, such as silence, non-responsiveness, and even physical disappearance from relationships, both professional and personal.
Aleksandra delves into the reasons behind these behaviors, offering a practical (yet not pushy) and strategic approach to understanding and addressing them. Discover how to effectively engage with individuals who withdraw, creating an environment of openness and communication that encourages reconnection and understanding.
This episode provides essential strategies for dealing with silence and disconnection, helping you to maintain your emotional well-being while encouraging positive interaction. Tune in to learn how to navigate these complex situations, enhancing your ability to support and strengthen your relationships in meaningful ways.
✔︎ Previous episodes mentioned:
#2 | 6 Types of Behaviors in Process Communication Model for Tech Leaders
#5 | How to Boost Employees' Motivation? 9 PCM Needs
#7 | Number 1 Reason for Conflicts Between People? Communication Channels
#8 | What Makes the Communication Triangle Complete? Non-Verbal Communication!
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X: @lemanskills
Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp
www.lemanskills.com13 min - #68 | Avoiding Toxic People & Leading Scaling-Up Tech Business That Creates Something Bigger w: Bill Powers▶︎ #68 | Avoiding Toxic People & Leading Scaling-Up Tech Business That Creates Something Bigger w/ Bill Powers
Join your host, Aleksandra Lemańska, for this episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast as we engage in a deep conversation with Bill Powers, the Founder and CEO of Cambridge Mobile Telematics. Bill brings a wealth of experience from leading four different startups and building CMT from the ground up to a thriving company with 500 employees.
In this episode, Bill shares the invaluable lessons he's gleaned from his extensive career in sales and leadership. He takes us through the inspiring story of creating CMT, driven by a desire to build something significant and impactful for the world.
We also explore the importance of maintaining a positive work environment by avoiding the toxicity of negative behaviors. Bill emphasizes the need for attentive listening and discusses what truly matters in both business and life, offering profound insights that resonate beyond the corporate world.
✔︎ Resources mentioned in the episode:
The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking Abou
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LinkedIn: @wvpowers
Cambridge Mobile Telematics
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www.lemanskills.com54 min
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Leman Tech Leadership Podcast
Welcome to the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast, your ultimate guide to developing exceptional tech leadership skills. Whether you're a seasoned tech leader or just…
Welcome to the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast, your ultimate guide to developing exceptional tech leadership skills. Whether you're a seasoned tech leader or just…
stepping into a managerial role, this podcast is designed to provide you with actionable insights and best practices to create a thriving work environment that people won't want to leave. Learn how to do it with host Aleksandra Lemańska, CQ Technology Leadership Mentor & Speaker. Founder @LemanSkills, Co-Founder & Board President @Startup Community Poznan Foundation, Host @Leman Tech Leadership Podcast. She is the creator of the CQ Leadership Method: a battle-tested framework that helps tech leaders communicate with precision and lead without burnout.
Join Alex as she delves deep into the secrets of effective leadership, from mastering essential tools to implementing cutting-edge techniques. Each episode brings you invaluable knowledge, practical advice, or unique perspectives through engaging interviews with leaders who have experiences and lessons to share. Discover the dos and don’ts of tech leadership, learn about the habits that drive success, and gather strategies to foster a motivated and engaged team.
Follow Alex @aleksandralemanska on LinkedIn for more inspiration and actions that you can take as a transformational leader.
Check out more as well on https://lemanskills.com!
Join Alex as she delves deep into the secrets of effective leadership, from mastering essential tools to implementing cutting-edge techniques. Each episode brings you invaluable knowledge, practical advice, or unique perspectives through engaging interviews with leaders who have experiences and lessons to share. Discover the dos and don’ts of tech leadership, learn about the habits that drive success, and gather strategies to foster a motivated and engaged team.
Follow Alex @aleksandralemanska on LinkedIn for more inspiration and actions that you can take as a transformational leader.
Check out more as well on https://lemanskills.com!