For ambitious engineering and technology leaders

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Latest episode57 mins21 July 2026

Why Engineers Struggle as Tech Leads

The leadership shift nobody prepares you for.

Why do so many engineers struggle after becoming Tech Leads? Former N26 CTO Pat Kua explains the mindset shift from maker to multiplier, with practical advice for Software Engineers, Tech Leads and Engineering Managers who want to lead with greater impact.

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Why We Started Build Your Edge

Hosts Jeremy Burns and Jack Coles share the mission and format: sharp, practical conversations on career, leadership, delivery, and tools you can use. What to expect from Build Your Edge.

If you’re busy but rarely productive

Why You’re Always Busy (But Never Get Anything Done)

Most of us end the day busy but not productive. In this episode, Zahra Saleh shares practical focus techniques, habit-building strategies, and neuroscience-backed tools to reduce distractions, improve productivity, and reclaim control of your day.

If you’re thinking about going independent

How to Build a Business That Doesn’t Depend on You

Build a consulting, fractional, or NED business you can rely on. Dan Gwalter shares a proven operating model for predictable clients, sustainable income, and confidence beyond corporate life.

Three ways to build your edge

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33 conversations and counting

Practical lessons from engineering and technology leaders, with a free companion tool to help you put every conversation into practice.

Pat Kua
Pat Kua

Founder of the Tech Lead Academy

Meri Williams
Meri Williams

CTO, NED, Advisor, @Geek_Manager

Tom Day
Tom Day

Partner, PA Consulting

Sean O'Neill
Sean O'Neill

CPTO at Syncron

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