The Coffee Journeys Show is a podcast hosted by Piotr Zagorowski, author of the Coffee Journeys blog.
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.
#050 A Letter to Myself (and Maybe to You Too) - Season Finale
Welcome to episode nr 50 of The Coffee Journeys Show: A Letter to Myself (and Maybe to You Too) - Season Finale
In this special season finale of The Coffee Journeys Show, I’m doing something different.
Instead of a deep dive into tools, models, or frameworks, I’m taking a moment to pause and reflect—by writing a letter to myself. Think of it as a quiet coffee catch-up, a way to look back at everything this season has taught me about leadership, growth, relationships, and the shifts in mindset that come with experience.
This episode is more personal, more relaxed, but still grounded in the idea that great leadership often starts within. I hope this reflection resonates with you too—wherever you are in your own journey.
Take a break, grab a coffee, and join me for a thoughtful sendoff before we pause for a little Easter break.
Chapters
00:01:05 - Intro
00:02:24 - Letter
00:06:20 - Thank You!
Links
🗞️ Newsletter (https://coffeejourneys.blog/n)
🎙️ Podcast URL (https://coffeejourneys.blog/50)
Your host
🧙♂️ Piotr Zagorowski @PiotrZagorowski (https://twitter.com/PiotrZagorowski)
🔗 All my projects and links (https://bio.link/PiotrZ)
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4 Apr 2025
#049 From Linux Admin to People Engineer: My Professional Journey
Welcome to episode nr 49 of The Coffee Journeys Show: From Linux Admin to People Engineer: My Professional Journey
Today’s episode is a little different—what you’re about to hear is a recording from Cisco’s Share IT Solutions Huddle back in 2020. I had the privilege of talking about techniques to help those working from home and the importance of creating habits—something that’s still just as relevant today.
The format of these meetings allows to the broad range of topics and you will hear about me accidentally infuriating my brother by installing Linux on his computer to leading distributed teams across continents, because my journey in technology has been anything but conventional. What began as curiosity about simple network pings evolved into a lifelong passion for connection--both digital and human.
Through data centers in the UK, acquisitions by tech giants, and the global shift to remote work, I've transformed from a command-line Linux administrator to what I now call a _people engineer._ Along the way, I've had my fair share of pivotal moments, hard-earned lessons, and unexpected detours--including that one time when a colleague dramatically dove across a Nando's table to save me from volcano-level spicy chicken.
All of that shaped my approach to leadership and remote work, and today, I'm excited to share some of those insights with you.
So grab your coffee, get comfortable, and let's jump into the recording.
Chapters
00:02:47 - Journey into Networking
00:04:19 - Transition to Management
00:07:24 - Embracing Remote Work
00:12:32 - The Importance of Routines
00:19:15 - Challenges of Distributed Teams
00:27:37 - Reflections on Remote Work
00:31:46 - Final Thoughts and Takeaways
Links
🗞️ Newsletter (https://coffeejourneys.blog/n)
🎙️ Podcast URL (https://coffeejourneys.blog/49)
Your host
🧙♂️ Piotr Zagorowski @PiotrZagorowski (https://twitter.com/PiotrZagorowski)
🔗 All my projects and links (https://bio.link/PiotrZ)
Stay tuned
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Have a great day!
28 Mar 2025
#048 Ten Mindset Shifts When You Become a Manager
Welcome to episode nr 48 of The Coffee Journeys Show: Ten Mindset Shifts When You Become a Manager
Stepping into a management role for the first time is exciting—but also full of unexpected challenges. What got you here won’t necessarily make you successful in this new role.
In this episode, I break down 10 essential mindset shifts every new manager must make to lead effectively. Inspired by Daniel Idaszak’s insightful thread on X, I share my own experiences and hard-learned lessons on:
✅ Why your team’s success is now your success
✅ The balance between being friendly vs. being respected
✅ How to shift from problem-solving to problem-preventing
✅ The art of managing up and positioning your team for success
✅ Why embracing a generalist mindset is key to thriving in leadership
If you're stepping into leadership—or want to refine your approach—this episode will give you the perspective shift you need to lead with confidence.
🎧 Grab your coffee, tune in, and let’s navigate leadership together!
Chapters
00:01:04 - Leadership Mindset
00:02:46 - Team's Success = Your Success
00:03:51 - Friendly Not Friends
00:05:25 - Respect Over Likability
00:06:36 - Lead By Example
00:07:51 - Anticipate Problems
00:09:34 - Remove Barriers
00:10:19 - Focus On The Big Picture
00:11:42 - Promote Your Team
00:13:03 - Understand Your Role
00:14:00 - Embrace Being Generalist
00:15:34 - Lessons Learned
Links
🗞️ Newsletter (https://coffeejourneys.blog/n)
🎙️ Podcast URL (https://coffeejourneys.blog/48)
🎯 The First 90 Days – Leadership Framework for Success (https://coffeejourneys.blog/the-first-90-days-leadership-framework-for-success/)
🎓 My First 90 Days – What I Learned the Hard Way (https://coffeejourneys.blog/my-first-90-days-what-i-learned-the-hard-way/)
👉 Tech Lead Toolkit | Daniel Idaszak (https://techleadtoolkit.substack.com)
Your host
🧙♂️ Piotr Zagorowski @PiotrZagorowski (https://twitter.com/PiotrZagorowski)
🔗 All my projects and links (https://bio.link/PiotrZ)
Stay tuned
🟣 Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coffee-journeys-show/id1677805847)
🟢 Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/24CgFiYYHrMQ4vxKbIlrIz)
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Have a great day!
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