Best Matt Verlaque Podcasts (2024)

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Adam Coffey, Author of the Private Equity Playbook, on Navigating the Stages of Growth for Sustainable Success 48:11

1h ago48:11

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In this episode, we sit down with Adam Coffey, a seasoned CEO with over 21 years of experience leading private-equity-backed service companies. Adam shares his journey from his military career to becoming a leader in the private equity world, where he has overseen 58 acquisitions and facilitated billions of dollars in successful exits. In episode 1…

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Amy Edmondson, Harvard Professor and Author of “The Fearless Organization”, on Balancing Psychological Safety and Accountability 42:18

37m ago42:18

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In this insightful episode, we sit down with Amy Edmondson, one of the world’s leading management thinkers. As the Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at Harvard Business School, she is an expert in psychological safety and organizational learning. In episode 14 of season 2, she discusses the importance of creating environments where te…

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Anthony Onesto, CPO at Suzy, on Gen Z and AI: Leading a Generation with Unlimited Information 41:57

5d ago41:57

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In this episode, we sit down with Anthony Onesto, a visionary business leader and the founder of KAE.ai, an innovative AI-based HR platform. Anthony shares his extensive experience in empowering startups and tech companies to unlock their full growth potential. As the Chief People Officer at Suzy, a leading market research software company, and the…

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Eytan Bensoussan, CEO at NorthOne, on Reverse Engineering Decisions to Uncover Intuitive Insights 44:34

19d ago44:34

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In this episode, Eytan Bensoussan, CEO and co-founder of NorthOne, a business banking platform for small businesses, shares his experiences. He has had a diverse career path, including time at McKinsey & Company to co-founding NorthOne. In episode 12 of season 2, he delves into the importance of understanding team motivations, effective hiring prac…

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Matt Verlaque, COO at SaaS Academy, on Enhancing Team Performance Through Healthy Conflict and Feedback 42:15

2M ago42:15

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In this episode, our host Aydin Mirzaee sits down with Matt Verlaque, COO of SaaS Academy and co-founder of High Speed Ventures. Matt’s unique career journey spans over a decade in firefighting and emergency services before venturing into technology and entrepreneurship. He shares how his experiences have shaped his approach to leadership and manag…

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Mark MacLeod, Startup CEO Coach, on the 3 Core CEO Duties and How to Avoid Burnout While Balancing Them 42:40

2M ago42:40

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In this engaging episode, we sit down with Mark Macleod, a seasoned CFO, VC, and angel investor whose career has significantly impacted high-growth technology companies. Mark takes us through his extensive experience, from his roles at FreshBooks and Real Ventures to founding SurePath Capital Partners. He shares invaluable lessons on the evolution …

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Jessica Zwaan, COO at Talentful on Bringing Product Management Practices and a Commercial Focus into People Operations 42:14

3M ago42:14

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In this insightful episode, we sit down with Jessica Zwaan, COO of Talentful, whose impressive career journey spans roles in HR and operations across leading tech and SaaS companies. Jessica shares her transition from HR to the COO role, discussing the significant learnings and challenges faced along the way. She delves into the importance of comme…

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Reducing Meeting Bloat with C-Suite Executives at Ably, Consensus, DealMaker, and Tucows 54:59

3M ago54:59

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In this special C-Suite Roundtable episode of Supermanagers, host Aydin Mirzaee brings together 4 top executives from diverse industries to tackle one of the biggest challenges in modern workplaces: meeting efficiency. This episode features Michael Koenig, CEO at Tucows, Rebecca Kacaba, CEO at DealMaker, Jeffrey Sullivan, CTO at Consensus, and Matt…

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Ken Weary, COO of Hostaway, on Culture Add in Hiring, Deliberate Decision-Making, and Scaling a Remote Workforce Across 40+ Countries 38:43

3M ago38:43

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Ken’s role as COO at Hostaway, a SaaS startup transforming the vacation rental industry, showcases his innovative approach to remote work and leadership. In discussion with host Aydin Mirzaee, Ken delves into the diverse experiences that have shaped his career, including pivotal positions at Hotjar and his unique journey as a digital nomad. His tra…

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Albert Strasheim, CTO at Rippling, on Embracing Rapid Iteration and Setting Goals for Accountability 43:12

4M ago43:12

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Albert’s role as CTO & SVP of Engineering at Rippling is marked by an impressive blend of technical expertise and leadership experience. In discussion with host Aydin Mirzaee, Albert delves into the diverse experiences that have shaped his career, including pivotal positions at Segment, Mesosphere, and Cloudflare. His journey from engineering roles…

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Vitaly Pecherskiy, Co-Founder at StackAdapt, on the Role of the CEO, Mental Models, and Employee Onboarding 44:51

4M ago44:51

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Vitaly’s journey from COO to CEO of StackAdapt, a thriving programmatic advertising company, is marked by substantial role diversification and a refined approach to leadership. In discussion with host Aydin Mirzaee, Vitaly highlights the nuanced differences between the roles. 👉 Visit our website to get all the details: https://fellow.app/supermanag…

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Rob Khazzam, CEO at Float on Building a Culture of Urgency, Customer Obsession, and Risk Tolerance 44:56

4M ago44:56

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Rob Khazzam's tenure on Uber's first international launch team provided invaluable lessons that continue to shape his leadership as CEO of Float. At Uber, Rob experienced an environment marked by an unwavering focus on talent, a bias for action, and relentless execution. Amidst the intense and fast-paced environment, Rob also recognized the importa…

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Mark Frein, COO at Oyster on Being a Multifunctional Executive and Harnessing Pattern Recognition in Leadership Roles 41:33

4M ago41:33

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Mark Frein, COO of Oyster, discusses how he approaches his role as a multifunctional executive. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the scope and responsibilities of the job, rather than the title. Transitioning from a single-function to a multifunctional executive, like a COO, requires a significant shift in how you operate. According to M…

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Mauro Porcini, SVP & Chief Design Officer at PepsiCo, Reveals the Traits Shaping the Unicorn Leadership Teams of the Future 50:10

5M ago50:10

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There’s a secret formula behind fostering innovation, driving success, and creating positive work environments in large corporations. Optimism, coupled with curiosity and kindness, are traits that leaders must embody to create synergies, boost efficiency, and improve working relationships in their organizations. According to Mauro Porcini, these un…

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Creating Custom Digital Funnels to Raising Capital for your SaaS with Jagger Lucé #232 34:06

5M ago34:06

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Jagger Lucé is the Head of Sales at Valynt Digital, a full-service digital marketing agency specializing in paid advertising, video production, copywriting, graphic design, and AI-driven automation. At Valynt, have created a revolutionizing capital raising solution through innovative digital marketing funnels, including Series A - Series D advertis…

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Kim Scott, Bestselling Author of ‘Radical Candor’ and ‘Radical Respect’ on Addressing Bias, Prejudice, and Bullying in the Workplace 48:23

5M ago48:23

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There’s no such thing as a bias-free workplace. According to Kim Scott, leaders must proactively look for and root out bias, prejudice, and bullying in the workplace. Rather than waiting for these behaviors to escalate into harmful situations, she advocates for a shared commitment in your organization to dismantle bias, prejudice, and bullying head…

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Path to Acquisition: Insights from Weebly & Vurb with Ryan Glasgow #231 47:56

6M ago47:56

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Ryan is the Founder and CEO of Sprig, a user experience measurement tool suite used by top companies such as Paypal, Coinbase, Figma, and Peloton. Since founding the company in 2019, Sprig has raised $90M, achieving a valuation of $330M. He has a proven track record in scaling SaaS startups like Weebly (acquired by Square) and Vurb (acquired by Sna…

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Scaling a SaaS company with ZERO Marketing Budget with Leopold van Oosten #230 38:24

6M ago38:24

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Leo is the Founder and CEO at Amsterdam Standard, a technology partner who specializes in software development, IT staffing, and user interface design, the company provides dedicated nearshore teams, UX/UI interface design services, and agile software development for projects emphasizing agility. With over two decades of professional experience Leo…

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The Intersection and Future Trends of SaaS, AI, and Hospitality with Luca Zambello #229 39:17

6M ago39:17

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Luca Zambello is the co-founder and CEO of Jurny, an AI-driven property management solution which is reshaping short-term rental and hotel operations. He is a recognized expert in artificial intelligence and a serial entrepreneur, founding Jurny in 2019 in order to simplify and make AI and automation accessible for all hospitality businesses, inclu…

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How to Build an effective GTM and Partnership Program for Your SaaS with Barrett King #228 43:25

6M ago43:25

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Barrett King is the Sr. Director of Revenue at New Breed, a HubSpot's top solutions partner, on a mission to help unlock meaningful growth. He is a highly motivated leader with over a decade of experience in building partnerships and executing go-to-market strategies for SaaS companies. His expertise includes creating and implementing sales and mar…

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Joe Militello, Chief People Officer at Pagerduty: Why You Need to Rethink Your People Strategy (The LAST Episode of Season 1) 42:28

6M ago42:28

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Striking the right balance between growth and stability is a challenge faced by many large organizations today. It's essential to anticipate and adapt to market changes, and according to Joe Militello, one way to do this is by firmly anchoring your people strategy with your business strategy. With over twenty years of management experience, Joe Mil…

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How to Build an Unbreakable SaaS Business Scaling Beyond $10k in MRR with Matt Verlaque #227 43:25

7M ago43:25

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Matt Verlaque serves as the COO at SaaS Academy, a premier training hub for B2B SaaS entrepreneurs, where they specialize in playbooks, templates, and lessons tailored for the SaaS world. The academy provides both business solutions as well as personal growth coaching. Matt also leads the Growth Accelerator program, helping early founders scale bey…

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Tony Martignetti, Advisor to Innovative Leaders on How to Make an Impact Without Burnout 42:40

7M ago42:40

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Imagine the remarkable success of a team that has been together for years. They know each other inside out, work seamlessly, and achieve incredible results. But what if you don't have that luxury? There’s a hidden shortcut to cultivating team bonding and mimicking the dynamics of long-standing teams in record time. Tony Martignetti explains that it…

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Looking for Guidance for Businesses on Security Policy Development With your SaaS with Kyle Jones #226 34:32

7M ago34:32

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Kyle Jones is the Senior Cybersecurity Analyst at Rhymetec, cloud security company that delivers cutting-edge cybersecurity, compliance, and data privacy solutions to contemporary SaaS enterprises. Kyle is a dedicated cybersecurity analyst who’s expertise particularly shines in aligning SaaS cloud structures with industry benchmarks and regulations…

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Susan Odle, Operational Change Expert: Why 70% of All Change Management Fails 38:55

7M ago38:55

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/susan-odle-operational-change-expert/ 70% of all change management efforts actually fail within organizations. With such a high failure rate, it's crucial to understand how to be part of that successful 30%. According to operational change expert Susan Odle, successfully imp…

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How to Establish Authority & Build a Loyal Audience as a Tech Leader with Yaniv Zaid #225 39:32

7M ago39:32

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Dr. Yaniv Zaid, also known as "Dr. Persuasion," is a lawyer and economist, provider of business and media consulting to companies and organizations, and a requested and highly experienced lecturer on the topic of improvement of speaking, marketing and persuasion abilities. He's also a No. 1 best-selling author on Amazon with his latest 21st century…

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Amplify Your Employer Branding Strategy with Tech People Leader Jennifer Paxton 37:38

7M ago37:38

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/jennifer-paxton-tech-people-leader-amplify-your-employer-branding-strategy/ This approach doesn't just create an environment that attracts and retains top talent; it’s fundamental in positioning yourself as an exceptional leader. Jennifer sheds light on navigating these comp…

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Jacob Morgan, 5x Best-Selling Author & Futurist Interviewed 100 CEOs and 14,000 Employees: Here’s What He Learned 31:42

7M ago31:42

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/jacob-morgan-leadership-futurist-author-leading-with-vulnerability/ By adopting one straightforward strategy, leaders can achieve up to six times higher approval ratings from their employees. Embrace vulnerability. However, this goes beyond being honest about mistakes or unc…

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Going From $0 to $30M ARR and 3x Your Sales Performers Using AI with Ryan Staley #224 38:51

8M ago38:51

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Ryan is the Founder & CEO at Whale Boss, a cutting edge consultancy designed around providing fast results vs. billable hours. Ryan helps CEO’s or Revenue Leaders implement a 7-8 figure sales system in 3 months based on the principles that grew a business unit from 0- $30M ARR while adding $30M+ in capital revenue (with ONLY 4 Sales people and with…

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Michael Bungay Stanier, Author of #1 Bestselling Book ‘The Coaching Habit,’ on How to Work With (Almost) Anyone 39:13

8M ago39:13

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/michael-bungay-stanier-the-coaching-habit-on-how-to-work-with-almost-anyone/ You can transform every working relationship into a source of personal and professional growth. It starts with building the best possible relationship you can have with your team members. Michael Bu…

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Exploring Investing, Trends and Fundraising in 2024 with Michael Treskow #223 38:04

8M ago38:04

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Michael is a Partner at Eight Roads Ventures based out of London, where they’re focused on venture and growth investments in technology companies across Europe and Israel. Previously, Michael invested in technology companies at Accel in London, and Warburg Pincus both in San Francisco and New York. He received a BA from Yale University and an MBA f…

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Winning Advice for Energizing 1:1 Meetings: How to Crush Dead Space and Navigate the Status Update Trap (with Steven Rogelberg, Author and Organizational Psychologist) 39:35

8M ago39:35

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/steven-rogelberg-winning-advice-for-energizing-1-on-1-meetings-how-to-crush-dead-space-and-navigate-the-status-update-trap/ Have you ever thought canceling your 1:1 meetings with your directs might not be a big deal? Think again — they may be the key to unlocking the full po…

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Bootstrapping to $3M ARR and Embracing Outcome-Based Pricing with Stefan Debois #222 38:06

8M ago38:06

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Stefan is the CEO and Co-Founder of Pointerpro, a software platform to create your own online assessments with auto-generated personalized reports. It helps you turn your expertise into a tool that delivers personalized advice at scale. Before founding Pointerpro, Stefan worked for 15 years in several consulting companies as a consultant, project m…

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Creating Cohesion: The Art of Connecting the Dots in Team Dynamics (with Tonille Miller, Founder of EXT and Author of “The Flourishing Effect”) 41:01

8M ago41:01

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/tonille-miller-transformative-leadership-nurturing-talent-overcoming-burnout Have you ever wondered how great leaders manage to transform their teams and organizations while prioritizing the growth of their employees? Just like plants need the right environment to flourish, …

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Mastering The Art of Marketing Through Storytelling with Jarie Bolander #221 31:13

8M ago31:13

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Jarie is the founder of Story-Driven, a company that utilizes storytelling techniques to accelerate brand awareness and generate leads for B2B businesses. With a proven track record in startups, Jarie has successfully raised over $10 million in funding and played a key role in a $750M exit. In this episode we cover: 00:00 - Intro 01:14 - Jarie's En…

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Growth As A Default Setting: How to Support Your Team at Different Stages of the Learning Curve (with Whitney Johnson, CEO of Disruption Advisors) 37:47

8M ago37:47

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/whitney-johnson-growth-as-a-default-setting/ Have you ever had a star employee whose performance suddenly dropped and you didn’t understand why? Everyone experiences the S curve of job satisfaction. The 3 points in the “S” are always a launch point, sweet spot, and mastery. …

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Investing Trends, Niches, and Success Stories with AlbionVC with Robert Whitby-Smith #220 33:23

9M ago33:23

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Robert is a Partner at Albion VC, an independent investment firm that backs visionary founders with long-term capital and scale-up expertise. With £1 billion of venture funds invested in 50+ companies, Robert focuses on deeptech and B2B software startups. His extensive experience in corporate finance and board-level work allows him to provide strat…

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Diagnosing Gaps and Building A Digital Mentor: Using AI to Spot Opportunities for Growth (with Q Hamirani, Chief People & Communications Officer at Paper) 40:22

9M ago40:22

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/q-hamirani-paper-diagnosing-gaps-and-building-a-digital-mentor This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to leverage the power of AI to improve their management. In episode #179, Q Hamirani breaks down how leaders can use ChatGPT more effectively, the innovative ways …

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The Resilient Leader's Reality Check: Planning for Change and Adjusting Your Course (with Leah Tharin, Startup Advisor) 45:07

9M ago45:07

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/leah-tharin-the-resilient-leaders-reality-check-planning-for-change-and-adjusting-your-course How do you balance future planning while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changes? In episode #178, Leah Tharin shares her insights from working in tech and start-ups for over 20…

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How to Maintain the Balance Between System-Relevent vs Human-Centricity as an Entrepreneur with Michaell Magrutsche #219 54:34

9M ago54:34

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Michaell is the Creativity-Awareness Educator at MICHAELLM.com. He holds the role of Wisdom Art Awareness Coach & hosts his own podcast show called The Smart of Art Podcast. Michaell showcases a unique blend of talents and expertise and advocates for unlocking individual potential. His transformative journey from feeling like an outcast to embracin…

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Stepping Into Transformation: Lessons in Designing Management Training That Sticks (with Justin McSharry, Senior Director of Learning and Leadership Development, Dropbox) 37:28

9M ago37:28

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/justin-mcsharry-dropbox-stepping-into-transformation-lessons-in-designing-management-training-that-sticks Are there opportunities for managers to support each other through difficult situations at your company? In episode #177, Justin McSharry shares his insights from workin…

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Empowering Startup Leaders for Success and Resilience with Kenneth Berger #218 37:34

10M ago37:34

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Kenneth Berger is the Executive Coach at Kenneth Berger Coaching with over two decades of experience in the tech industry. He's empowered leaders from startups like Typeform, Dribbble, and Fastly, guiding them to tackle challenges, combat burnout, and achieve their desired life paths. Serving as a trusted confidant to multiple CEOs, Kenneth equips …

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Assessing for Fit, Onboarding for Impact: Transform New Hires into Revenue Drivers (with Maranda Dziekonski, SVP of Customer Success at Datasembly) 41:17

10M ago41:17

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/maranda-dziekonski-datasembly-assessing-for-fit-onboarding-for-impact-transform-new-hires-into-revenue-drivers Are there any similarities at your company between how new customers and new employees are onboarded? In episode #176, Maranda Dziekonski shares her innovative appr…

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Rethinking Leadership: The Characteristics of a Successful Team Guide (with Gary Bolles, Chair for the Future of Work) 39:31

10M ago39:31

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/gary-bolles-rethinking-leadership-the-characteristics-of-a-successful-team-guide What’s the difference between a “guide” and a “manager”? Gary Bolles shares why he prefers calling all people leaders team guides and how this simple reframe is revolutionizing leadership in a w…

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Speed is Safety: Lessons on Business Building and Local Decision Making (with Fredrik Thomassen, CEO and Founder of Superside) 37:27

10M ago37:27

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/fredrik-thomassen-superside-speed-is-safety-lessons-on-business-building-and-local-decision-making Does your team hesitate to move quickly? Are you concerned that by completing tasks too quickly, they'll overlook crucial details? Fredrik Thomassen, CEO and Co-founder of Supe…

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When Change Is on the Horizon: Strategies for Increasing Team Readiness (with Adrienne Barnard, SVP, People Operations & Experience at Mainstay) 35:59

10M ago35:59

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/adrienne-barnard-mainstay-when-change-is-on-the-horizon-strategies-for-increasing-team-readiness Do you know the difference between offering feedback and providing coaching? Adrienne describes how coaching may be a better way to communicate with team members as it “focuses y…

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Developing A Resilience Plan for Success: Managing Workplace Demands (with Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier, Work Psychologist) 42:32

11M ago42:32

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/dr-marie-helene-pelletier-developing-a-resilience-plan-for-success-managing-workplace-demands Resilience is a business buzzword, but it can be difficult to define what it looks like in a team setting without actionable advice. One of the best ways for leaders to foster resil…

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Taking Workplace Habits Home: Leadership Lessons for Life (with Chester Elton, Author) 49:42

11M ago49:42

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👉Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/chester-elton-taking-workplace-habits-home-leadership-lessons-for-life/ The power of gratitude and small acts of appreciation can build trust and loyalty within teams. Managers often underutilize the tool of gratitude and recognition in their efforts to build trust and morale…

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Active Campaign CMO: Integration, Automation and Marketing Insights to Scale to $165M ARR 38:51

11M ago38:51

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Shay Howe is the Chief Marketing Officer at ActiveCampaign, a cloud-based email and CRM automation platform with 185,000 customers worldwide and secured $360 million in funding through three rounds. He's a product leader with a design and engineering background. Before ActiveCampaign, Shay served as Vice President of Product at Belly and Yello, ove…

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Positioning for Success: Clear Thinking with Shane Parrish (Founder of Farnam Street, Author, and Podcast Host) 49:46

11M ago49:46

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👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/shane-parrish-positioning-for-success-clear-thinking-with-shane-parrish How do you know when you’ve made the right decision? Shane Parrish shares what inspired him to start taking decision making more seriously and embark on the journey to improve how clearly he thinks. He a…

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