Byron Sommardahl

Team Amplifier

Business EN ↓ 3 episodes

Team Amplifier is the podcast that inspires tech leaders to build stronger, healthier software teams. We explore the intersection of leadership, team well-being, and project success—offering real stories, expert insights, and practical tools to help you amplify both human flourishing and performance in your team. Because when people thrive, great software follows.

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Byron Sommardahl

Episodes

Fostering Radical Flow with David Yu Chen 01.04.2026 31:43

The host interviews David Yu Chen, a non-binary, neurodivergent fractional CTO with 15 years at Google and experience in applied AI, about fostering "radical flow" on teams to promote human flourishing. Chen defines flow as the state where skills and challenge align, citing video games, athletics, and software development, and argues managers can achieve both caring for people and getting work don...

Giving Them Clear Priorities with Charles Zivko 25.03.2026 32:29

In this episode, we interview Charles Zivko , a seasoned tech leader with over 25 years of experience. Currently a fractional CTO with a successful background as a technical co-founder, Charles shares his expertise on setting clear priorities for teams to enhance productivity and morale. The discussion covers the importance of defining success metrics, how to navigate potential pitfalls, and the i...

Staying Out of the Details with Garrett Vargas 04.03.2026 24:35

In this episode, the host speaks with Garrett Vargas, a tech and startup executive, currently a fractional CTO and skincare franchise owner. They explore the concept of 'staying out of the details' and its benefits for building flourishing teams. Garrett shares his extensive experience from Microsoft and Expedia, his journey into the startup world, and insights on business strategy from the book '...