This episode of No One Teaches You This dives into one of the hardest parts of leadership that nobody really prepares you for: managing your time when everything feels important.

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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In this episode, we are joined by James Nunnerley. The Engineering Manager at Twinkl.

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

• 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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