I’m joined by Jason Sammon, Founder of FL1 Digital, to talk about something most leaders, founders and managers will have dealt with at some point... difficult clients.

But really, this episode is about difficult people full stop. The awkward conversations, power plays, unreasonable expectations, and those moments where someone can make you feel completely backed into a corner.

Jason is incredibly honest about some of his own experiences, including times he got it wrong, what he learned, and how he ultimately turned some difficult relationships into positive ones.

A very real conversation about something no one really teaches you.

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Managing conflict at work.

Conflict is one of those things every leader faces… but very few are ever taught how to handle it properly.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dileep Marway, an experienced tech leader who’s spent years navigating disagreement, tension, and tough conversations inside growing teams.

We talk openly about:

Whether conflict is actually a good thing

The difference between healthy debate and damaging conflict

How leaders can manage conflict without avoiding it or escalating it

Why handling conflict well can have a huge positive impact on your career

What happens when conflict is ignored for too long

This is a practical, honest conversation for anyone leading people, stepping into leadership, or dealing with friction inside their team.

Guest:

Dileep Marway

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/dileepmarway/

Host:

Adam Farrell — Founder of 106 Recruitment

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-farrell/

Sponsored by 106 Recruitment.

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That quiet voice that tells you you’re not good enough.

That feeling of being “found out”.

That pressure to prove yourself, even when you’ve already earned your seat at the table.

I’m joined by Iain Campbell — an experienced tech leader who speaks openly and honestly about dealing with imposter syndrome throughout his career. (LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/iainca/)

We talk candidly about self-doubt, confidence, identity, leadership pressure, and what it’s really like behind the scenes when you’re expected to have all the answers.

This isn’t theory. It’s real leadership, in the real world.

In this episode, we cover:

• What imposter syndrome actually feels like at senior level

• Why high performers are often the ones who suffer most

• The pressure of leadership identity and expectations

• How comparison quietly wrecks confidence

• Why promotion can make self-doubt worse, not better

• Practical ways to manage imposter syndrome day to day

• What to do when your inner critic is louder than your evidence

If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re “good enough” — especially as you progress in your career — this one will really hit home.

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I’m joined by Daniel Tallentire — an experienced tech leader who’s worked across growth environments where priorities shift daily. We talk candidly about the realities of time pressure, context switching, leadership load, and what to do when your calendar feels like it’s running your life.

This isn’t theory. It’s what actually works in the real world.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why most leaders don’t get taught time management
• The compounding effect of small daily improvements
• Calendar design vs calendar defense
• How to prioritise when you’re overwhelmed
• Saying “no” without damaging relationships
• Creating a leadership schedule that doesn’t burn you out

If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly busy but not moving forward — this one will help.

Guest:

Daniel Tallentire

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieltallentire/

Host:

Adam Farrell — Founder of 106 Recruitment

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-farrell/

Sponsored by 106 Recruitment.

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James talks about how to create the best environment for everyone to flourish in, but especially for those who are Neurodiverse.

Has he made mistakes along the way? Of course he has.

But hopefully, James sharing his story will help you.

Sponsored by 106 Recruitment

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In this deeply honest episode, engineering leader Matt Asbury shares how loneliness became one of the most unexpected—and challenging—parts of his leadership journey. After his time at Gymshark and now stepping into a leadership role at Lendable, he reflects on how, despite being surrounded by teams and goals, the higher you climb, the lonelier it can feel.

Matt unpacks how loneliness can sneak up on you—not just in the quiet moments, but in the decisions, uncertainties, and pressures that come with guiding others. He candidly explores how he navigates that isolation, the ways he’s learned to reach out for connection, and why speaking up—and speaking out—about loneliness can be a powerful act of leadership in itself.

Whether you're early in your leadership path or well established, this is a conversation that reminds us: you don’t have to feel alone in your journey, and speaking about what no one teaches you is the first step toward building real connection. YouTube

Listener Takeaways:

• Leadership can be isolating—even when surrounded by people and projects.
• Loneliness is a common yet under-discussed leadership challenge.
• Sharing vulnerability invites connection and community among leaders.

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