The Coffee Journeys Show is a podcast hosted by Piotr Zagorowski, author of the Coffee Journeys blog.
The Coffee Journeys Podcast 🎙️
In this show, Piotr will be sharing his journey from being a technical person to a leader, and will be discussing topics such as leadership, technology, and intentional life.
Join Piotr as he shares his unique perspective and insights, and offers guidance on how to develop the skills and mindset needed to succeed in today’s world.
Whether you’re an aspiring leader, a technology enthusiast, or simply looking to learn more about the world around you, this podcast is for you.
Tune in to The Coffee Journeys Show for engaging and thought-provoking conversations on leadership, technology, and intentional life.
About your host 🧙♂️
Piotr is a tech-savvy leader with over 20 years of experience, passionate about technology and human connections. He helped teams reach their full potential at large international companies.
Piotr’s background includes network engineering, leadership, executive board experience in NGOs, and a commitment to self-improvement and sharing his knowledge.
More in About me section.
What is a podcast? 🎤
Welcome to the world of podcasts! A podcast is a digital audio file that is available online for you to listen to on your computer or mobile device. Podcasts are a great way to stay informed, entertained, and inspired.
How to listen to a podcast? 🎧
To listen to a podcast, you can use a variety of methods. One option is to use a dedicated podcast app on your smartphone, such as Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
You can also listen to podcasts on your computer by using a web browser and visiting the website of the podcast you want to listen to. Many podcasts are also available to stream on popular streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music.
Why should you tune in? 🎓
There are many benefits to listening to podcasts. Here are my favourite three:
- Convenience: Podcasts are available anytime, anywhere, so you can listen to them when it’s convenient for you. Whether you’re commuting, working out, or doing chores around the house, you can tune in and listen at your own pace.
- Variety: There are podcasts on just about any topic you can think of, so you’re sure to find something that interests you. From news and politics to sports and entertainment, there’s a podcast for everyone.
- Personalization: Podcasts allow you to tailor your listening experience to your own interests and preferences. You can choose the topics and formats that appeal to you, and skip over the ones that don’t.
So why not give podcasts a try? With so many great options available, you’re sure to find something that speaks to you.
Happy listening!
Notes from previous episodes 📝
- A Letter to Myself (and Maybe to You Too)
- From Linux Admin to People Engineer: My Professional Journey
- 10 Mindset Shifts When You Become a Manager
- My First 90 Days – What I Learned the Hard Way
- The Pancake DELEGATE principle – Flipping Delegation Into Empowerment
- Invisible Filters – Unmasking Unconscious Bias in Leadership
- The Energy Audit: How to Beat Burnout and Thrive
- Leadership begins at home – strengthening relationships that matter the most
- What is the RACI Model: Clearer Roles, Better Collaboration in Team Projects
- Productivity—Buzzwords, Myths and Traps
- How Technical and Management Debt Sabotage Organizational Success
- How to Prioritize: The Six Horizons of Focus from David Allen
- Essential Skills to Boost Your Career in 2025
- 🎄☃️ Holidays, values and questioning everything
- Invest in Memories, They Pay Dividends in Happiness
- Espionage, Productivity, AI Deep Dive and The Comfort Crisis – Random Coffee with Alvin Wong
- Recruiting and Retaining High-Agency Talent in Leadership Teams
- Introverts vs. Extroverts: Thriving in a Spectrum of Strengths
- The Three Stages of Engineering Leadership: How to Evolve as a Leader
- How to Create More Happiness in Your Life
- Time’s True Value: A Leader’s Guide to Intentional Living
- Recognising Burnout Before It’s Too Late
- The Digital Nomad Lifestyle: Can Leaders Thrive on the Move?
- Uncomfortable Conversations: The Power of Embracing Discomfort
- Mastering Communication with the PREP Framework
- Enhancing Critical Thinking with After Action Reviews
- Uncovering Your Purpose: The Power of Self-Awareness and Close Connections
- Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It
- Lessons from traveling with kids, earthquakes and intentional use of technology with Michael Sliwinski
- The art of annual review and project planning
- Are you making New Year’s resolutions?
- A short mental exercise that will help you how to think big
- Enough is enough – when to change your job
- Leader’s Guide to Becoming More Decisive
- Is there any ‘good’ in layoffs?
- What is JetLag and how to mitigate it?
- Stress Management for Leaders: The Prioritise and Execute Framework
- Elevate Your Leadership Through Journaling
- Hippo effect and dichotomy of leadership
- The Art of Digital Detox: Reclaiming Your Mind in a Hyperconnected World
- 9 Essential Tips for Young Professionals
- Why high-performance teams need team agreements
- The right way to hold people accountable
- The Responsibility Process: How to Overcome Challenges and Take Personal Responsibility
- How to Hire for High Potential: 9 Core Characteristics to Look For
- The Power of Words: No More Bad Weather!
- Exploring the Power and Limits of Routine
- The Journey Begins
- The Power of the Retrospective Mindset
- The career shift from technical roles to leadership
- The Elevators Podcast
- How to Baseline Remote Team Culture
- It is bombastic to work as the head of the IT department.
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