Gaining the Technology Leadership Edge
Mike Mahony
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Security Theater: Why Companies Spend Millions and Stay Vulnerable
Many organizations assume they’re under-secured — but Grant McCracken argues the opposite: most companies are overspending on the wrong things. In this episode, Grant explains how “security theater”…
S4E143 The Real Bottleneck Behind Delayed Software Teams
This episode explores why software delays are often less about raw coding output and more about how teams connect product needs, systems thinking, and execution. The guest argues that programming…
The CTO Bottleneck: Why Great Teams Still Wait for Permission
Many CTOs believe burnout is caused by bad hires, weak teams, or too much work. In reality, the problem is often structural. In this solo episode, Mike Mahony breaks down a pattern he has seen across…
S4E139 Stop Escalating. Start Engineering Solutions
Enterprise technology teams don’t struggle to spot problems—they struggle to own solutions. In this conversation, Nir Bashan reframes creativity as an executive-level discipline rooted in problem…
Escape the Firefighter CTO Trap: Stop Being the Approval Layer
About the Guest(s): In this episode of Gaining the Technology Leadership Edge, host Mike engages in a detailed solo discussion about the common pitfalls faced by CTOs, particularly the "Firefighter…
S4E137 How AI Turns CTOs into Bottlenecks—and How to Stop It
Senior technology leaders feel intense pressure to adopt AI quickly, especially in regulated environments—but speed without structure creates hidden risk. In this episode, Santosh Kaveti draws on his…
Auditability Without the Bottleneck for Tech Executives
Senior technical leaders shipping AI often find themselves carrying the decision load for risk and vendor claims — constantly asking, “Is this safe enough?” Over time, that pressure turns the CTO…
Leading as a CTO Without Relying on Formal Authority
Most CTOs don’t realize they’ve become the bottleneck until authority stops working. In this episode of Gaining the Technology Leadership Edge, Brad Englert breaks down what actually happens inside…
S4E134 Designing a Tech Team That Doesn’t Need You in Every Decision
Are you the "benevolent bottleneck" in your engineering organization? Many CTOs and senior leaders believe they are helping by unblocking their teams, but in reality, they create a dependency loop in…
Why Hybrid Work Keeps CTOs Stuck as the Bottleneck (And How to Stop It)
In this engaging episode of the Executive Tech Podcast, host Mike engages with Micah Remley, CEO of Robin, to explore the contemporary dynamics of hybrid work environments. The episode kicks off with…
Why Your Team Avoids Ownership—and Escalates Everything to You
Join host Mike in a riveting conversation with Dr. Gretchen Schmelzer, a trauma expert who has advised the UN and Fortune 500 companies. Discover how to navigate leadership amid workplace trauma,…
AI Won’t Replace Leaders—But It Will Expose Bottlenecked Ones
Join hosts Mike and Ken Miller as they delve into the transformative power of resilience and leadership. From Ken's journey through personal adversity and the lessons he learned in leadership, this…
What Scaling Leaders Miss About Ownership When Growth Accelerates
Join Mike and Noah Wickham as they uncover the secrets to success in the competitive world of Amazon selling. Discover why putting people first, investing wisely, and knowing your customer are…
Why Leaders Who Avoid Conflict End Up Owning Everything
Ursula Taylor, former litigation partner, discusses her transformative journey from courtroom drama to leveraging emotional intelligence for conflict resolution. Discover how understanding the…
What $100M Operators Understand About Delegation That Most Leaders Don’t
Mike interviews Neil, an Amazon entrepreneur who shares insights on building and scaling successful e-commerce brands. Neil discusses his journey from working at IBM to launching Voltage Holdings and…
Why Senior Leaders Struggle to Communicate Clearly Under Pressure
Mike welcomes Nina Froriep, celebrated filmmaker and entrepreneur coach, to explore the transformative power of storytelling and authenticity in video content. From her work with Fortune 500…
Why Scaling Tech Organizations Break When Context Gets Ignored
Explore the ever-evolving landscape of technology and innovation with Mike and Karl Weaver as they delve into global business strategies, manufacturing trends, and the rise of Asia in the tech world.…
Why Leadership Misalignment Quietly Breaks Go-To-Market Execution
Explore how Pete Stiege transforms B2B marketing from bloated noise into meaningful strategy. With insights from his books "On Purpose" and "Radical Clarity," Pete shares how technical CEOs can align…
How Bad Information Flow Turns Leaders Into Decision Bottlenecks
Join host Mike as he explores data quality in digital marketing with seasoned entrepreneur Jim Weldon, founder of ProspectDesk. Jim shares insights into transforming bad data into valuable audience…
Why Fractional Leaders Often Fix What Full-Time Execs Can’t
Join host Mike as he welcomes Brian Root, founder of Rooted in Product, to discuss how fractional product leadership can drive significant impact for startups. Drawing from his experience at Amazon…
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