Work 4.0

Wagner shares his incredible journey from psychotherapy to corporate leadership, navigating challenges like imposter syndrome and transforming organizational culture. We explore how modern workplaces can embrace distributed power, cross-functional collaboration, and dynamic adaptability to thrive in the future of work. Links: Follow Wagner on LinkedIn Wagner's Website Order Leading To Succeed

Rae is the Sr. Manager of Marketing Technology @ Hachette Book Group. She is a force for GSD (getting sh*t done) and has built a name for herself as an advocate for authenticity, trust, and mental health through the genuine voice and depth of her writing, speaking, and social media content. Today we talk about trust, intuition, career journeying, and the importance of learning to listen to our "whispers." Links Follow Rae on LinkedIn Oxytocin Chronicles (Rae's Newsletter) Follow Matt on Linkedin Learn more about MatterMore

Dr. Chris Reina is the Executive Director of the Institute for Transformative Leadership at VCU. He studies leadership, mindfulness, and workplace well-being. Today he and Matt talk about what core skills the leaders of the future really need. Links Institute For Transformative Leadership Learn more about Chris Mindfulness at Work

Recorded live at MatterMore's June 2024 Trust by Design event in NYC. Matt sits down with Marie Gomez. Marie is an HR leader with over 15 years of experience and a passion for building empathetic, resilient teams. In this live recorded conversation, Marie shares her story, her thoughts on the evolving role of people operations, and her vision for a future where technology enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. She also shares how experiences like spending time living in four different countries contributed to her unique approach to leadership and why she thinks people do not change, but instead evolve. Links: Follow Marie on Linkedin Join Nov. 14th Event Learn More About MatterMore

Matt sits down with Amy Wong — leadership coach, speaker, and author of Living on Purpose — to discuss the five deliberate choices outlined in her book. Amy shares insights on enhancing conversational intelligence among leaders and teams, giving practical strategies that can create purpose-driven, high-trust workplaces. Links: Check out Amy's book Follow Amy on LinkedIn Follow Matt on Linkedin

This episode features a segment from the Work 4.0 weekly LinkedIn Live series with with Ben Arendt, author of How to Suck Less as a Manager and a consultant with experience at BetterUp, Gartner, and the CIA. The weekly LinkedIn Lives takes place every Wednesday at 3:30 PM. Join us weekly on LinkedIn for in-depth discussions on leadership, AI, and workplace innovation. Links: Checkout MatterMore Weekly LinkedIn Lives Learn more about Ben

Mark Cruth is the Principal Modern Work Coach at Atlassian, known for popular tools like Jira, Trello, and Loom, which help teams work smarter. With a decade of hands-on experience at companies like Boeing, Nordstrom, Charles Schwab, and Rocket Mortgage, Mark is passionate about making work more effective through practical methods rather than just theory. At Atlassian, he focuses on helping teams—both internally and for clients—embrace modern work practices, transformation mindsets, and expert storytelling. Today, we explore organizational systems, AI, and the key lessons Mark has learned throughout his career. Links: ⁠Learn more about Mark ⁠Follow MatterMore on LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Follow Matt on IG⁠

Summary: What makes some organizations agile and continuously innovative while others become stagnant? In this conversation, Andreas Hofbauer breaks down how knowledge flows through successful businesses and why fostering cross-team collaboration is key to long-term growth. Join us as we explore the role of intentional communication design in building organizations that are adaptable, creative, and resilient.

DJ holds a PhD in clinical psychology and has been studying behavior science and acceptance commitment therapy for over 30 years. He has just released his fourth book, Breathe and Bring the Heat: Optimizing Sports Performance with Mindfulness and Behavior Science. In today's episode we talk about why people work, what skills we need to perform our best, and the keys to expanding psychological flexibility in our workplaces. Links: Breathe and Bring the Heat Learn more about DJ Follow MatterMore on LinkedIn Follow Matt on IG Subscribe to MatterMore on Youtube

Elizabeth Sandler has over two decades of experience in investment banking and private equity. Now, as a speaker, board advisor, and strategist to forward-thinking organizations, she focuses on the convergence of technology, humanity, and awareness. What We Talked About: Elizabeth's journey from a high-pressure corporate environment to becoming a transformative leader. The impact of meditation and mindful moments on personal and professional life. Insights into leadership paradigms, particularly the importance of vulnerability and humanizing leadership roles. The role of AI and technology in shaping the future of work and enhancing productivity. Strategies for building trust and fostering a culture of openness and accountability within teams. The significance of story and self-awareness in effective leadership. Lessons from heartbreak and love Links: Learn more about Elizabeth Sandler Learn more about MatterMore Subscribe to the Work 4.0 Newsletter Follow MatterMore on LinkedIn Follow Matt on X

Brian Elliott is a renowned leader with three decades of experience in guiding teams and building companies. He was recently named was named to Forbes' Future of Work Top 50 list for his groundbreaking contributions. Brian has been thinking about the evolving dynamics of work for a while — as a startup CEO, when working at Google, or as VP at Slack, and as founder of the Future Forum. What We Talked About: Brian’s journey from a high-pressure management consultant to a transformative leader. The evolution of leadership paradigms, particularly the importance of vulnerability and humanizing leadership roles. Overcoming imposter syndrome and the myth of infallibility in leadership. Strategies for building trust and fostering a culture of openness and accountability within teams. The role of AI and technology in shaping the future of work and enhancing productivity. The significance of personal development and self-awareness in effective leadership. Practical insights into creating team cohesion, especially in remote and hybrid work environments. Links: ⁠Learn more about Brian Elliot ⁠⁠Learn more about MatterMore⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Work 4.0 Newsletter ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow MatterMore on Linkedin⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow Matt on X

Matt and Mathew meet with Karl Thomsen, Senior VP of People and Coaching at Invisible, whose eclectic background ranges from orchestra conductor to corporate strategist. Karl shares insights on the intersection of technology and human ingenuity, reflecting on the evolving roles of leadership, education, and skill development in shaping the future of work. What We Talked About: The personal journeys that led Karl from the world of conducting into corporate leadership. How leadership and accountability can transform workplace culture. The intersection of AI, behavioral science, and human values in driving organizational success. Practical strategies for leaders to empower their teams. Key challenges within modern education The future of work and how we can collectively shape it for the better. Links: Learn more about Invisible and Karl ⁠Learn more about MatterMore⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Subscribe to the Work 4.0 Newsletter ⁠ ⁠⁠Follow MatterMore on Linkedin⁠ ⁠⁠Follow Mathew on Linkedin⁠ ⁠⁠Follow Matt on X

IO psychologist Dr. Shonna Waters was among the first 50 employees at BetterUp. Now, she's the CEO and cofounder of Fractional Insights along with Dr. Erin Eatough. Erin, FI's Chief Science Officer, is an award-winning psychologist with a focus on employee well-being and leadership. Both have dedicated their careers to understanding and enhancing the workplace. What We Talked About: Their journey to founding Fractional Insights Keys to transforming the modern workplace to be more human-centric The crucial relationship between behavioral science + computer science Practical actionable advice for leaders today the vision for the future of work Links: ⁠Check out Fractional Insights⁠ ⁠Learn more about MatterMore⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Subscribe to the Work 4.0 Newsletter ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Follow MatterMore on Linkedin⁠ ⁠⁠Follow Mathew on Linkedin⁠ ⁠⁠Follow Matt on X

Sydney meets with MatterMore co-founders Mathew Lazarus and Matt Shenker to discuss their journey and the vision behind using AI and behavioral science to transform leadership and learning development. They share personal insights on psychological flexibility and meaningful connections, crucial for today’s challenging work environments. What We Talked About: The personal journeys that led Mathew and Matt to found MatterMore How we solve The Alignment Problem The intersection of AI, behavioral science, and human values in driving organizational success Practical strategies for leaders to foster psychological safety and empowerment in their teams. The future of work and how we can collectively shape it for the better Links: Learn more about MatterMore⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the Work 4.0 Newsletter ⁠ ⁠Follow MatterMore on Linkedin ⁠Follow Mathew on Linkedin ⁠Follow Matt on X

Gather ‘round the metaphorical campfire as Sydney and Matt share the stories of work since the beginning of time, and answer the big questions: What is work? Why do we work? What's broken about our current workplaces? What needs to change? And, of course, what will the future of work look like? ! They dive into how we can solve the leadership crisis, connection crisis, why AI is so scary (and doesn’t need to be), and the need for empathy now more than ever. Welcome. We’re so glad you’re here. Links: Learn more about MatterMore Subscribe to the Work 4.0 Newsletter Follow MatterMore on Linkedin Follow Sydney on Linkedin Follow Matt on X