The Leanpub Podcast 🎙 Feat. Denniz Dönmez, PhD, Author of Micro Habits for better Teamwork

In this episode of the Leanpub Podcast, Len Epp interviews Denniz Dönmez, PhD, co-author of Micro Habits for Better Teamwork: Psychological Hacks with Great Impact. Denniz explains how small, intentional behavioral changes—micro habits—can dramatically improve collaboration, trust, and team performance without requiring sweeping organizational change. Drawing on psychology, organizational research, and years of practical experience, he discusses psychological safety, curiosity, compassion, transparency, effective meetings, decision-making, and the importance of creating enabling structures that help great teamwork become the natural default.

The conversation also explores how leaders can foster healthier team cultures through consistent, everyday actions rather than one-time initiatives, why habits often outperform policies, and how individuals at every level of an organization can make a meaningful difference. Whether you’re a software developer, engineering manager, team lead, or anyone working with others, this episode offers practical, research-backed advice for building stronger, happier, and more productive teams.

This interview was recorded on May 19, 2026.

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