"The pressure to move faster in the tech industry creates an environment where presence and mental well-being are often sacrificed for speed.”
Summary
In this episode, leadership consultant Andy Hix joins us to share insights from his interviews with 85 tech leaders on the pressures they face, what keeps them up at night, and what separates those thriving in 2026 from those burning out.
Together, we unpack the intersection of tech, mental health, and well being, tackling everything from AI addiction and early adopter anxiety to how human centered leadership can bring joy back into the corporate workplace.
Guest
Andy Hix
Web - https://andyhix.com/
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyhix/
Host
Danny Hearn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyhearn/
Website – http://www.dannyhearn.me
Podcast – http://www.deeplyhumandesign.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:17 The Impact of Tech on Mental Health
04:07 Discovering Meditation and Well-being
08:16 Leadership and Presence in Tech
10:56 Challenges of Being Present in a Corporate Environment
16:00 The Struggle of Overwhelm and Stress in Tech
23:06 Implementing Well-being Practices in Corporate Settings
26:10 The Pressure to Move Faster
27:02 The Anxiety of Being an Early Adopter
28:00 The Addictive Quality of AI
29:14 The Impact on Mental Health
34:35 The Human Side of Tech Leadership
44:07 The Influence of Leadership on Culture
49:22 The Absence of Joy in Work
