Category Archives: LinkedIn Nuggets

Here’s a simple tool to help you do just that: The Setback Action Plan. Ready? 1. Start by writing down what happened.Seriously—get it all out. The frustration, the disappointment, the “ugh why did this happen?” thoughts. Use paper or your phone. No rules here. For example: → “I missed the deadline because I underestimated theContinue reading “Resilient People”

⏱️ Keep it under 60 secondsInvestors don’t have time. Get to the point. 📍 Answer these 6 key questions: What does your company do? Who are your customers? What benefits do you offer? Why are you better than competitors? What gives you credibility? Do you have a simple company message? 🎯 Pro tip:Use comparisons peopleContinue reading “How to Create a Killer Pitch”

Struggling with low employee engagement? This 5-step model will change everything ⬇️ Passionate teams deliver the best results. But passion isn’t built on perks.It’s built on meeting fundamental employee needs. The Passion Pyramid was created by Integro Leadership Institute,and it’s a 5-step model to drive engagement and performance: 1️⃣ People Skills to Build TrustEmployee Need:Continue reading “How to Build a Passionate Team”

Admitting a mistake isn’t weakness. It’s leadership in action. But most people avoid it. Not because they’re dishonest,but because they’re afraid of shame. Here’s what I’ve learned:You can own a mistakewithout owning self-blame. Here’s how to do it with strength and clarity:❶ Name it without a storyDon’t over-explain or deflect.Just say: “I got this wrong.”Continue reading “Mistakes”

There’s a simple truth in leadership that is often overlooked: you are not a leader until you have produced another leader who can, in turn, produce another leader. It’s easy to mistake leadership for titles, authority, or even influence. You can hold a corner office, lead a project, or inspire a crowd—but if your leadershipContinue reading “Leadership’s True Legacy: Leaders Who Multiply Leaders”

Teams don’t quit jobs— They quit managers who: Fall into traps no one warned them about. New managers, you will face these 7 traps: 🔻 Taking credit for the team’s work 🔻 Not setting clear expectations 🔻 Avoiding tough conversations 🔻 Making decisions too slowly 🔻 Failing to delegate 🔻 Ignoring feedback 🔻 Micromanaging EachContinue reading “Traps for Managers”

How to deal with stress at work? Today, Harris asks: — “How can I stop stressing about everything that’s happening at work?” — Welcome to Episode 180 of AskMatty! Here’s my answer, Harris: — Ready with pen and paper? Let’s dive in! 1. So, grab pen and paper. Draw a line down the middle toContinue reading “How To Deal With Stress At Work”

Want to be everyone’s favorite teammate? It’s simple. (But not easy): Just do the obvious things right. Here are 12 small habits that make a huge difference: 1/ You respond quickly ↳ Set a “24-hour response” rule for all messages 2/ You write clearly ↳ Start every long email with a one-line summary 3/ YouContinue reading “12 Habits That Make Everyone Want To Work With You”

Fighter pilots use this to stay alive. Leaders use it to stay ahead ⬇️ Fast decisions don’t have to be reckless.They just need structure. Enter: the OODA Loop It’s a 4-step framework used by fighter pilots…and smart leaders! Here’s how it works: Observe↳ Gather key info. Scan for patterns. Spot what others miss. Orient↳ AssessContinue reading “How To Make Fast And Accurate Decisions”

Great leaders don’t make excuses. They make things happen. They don’t look for someone to blame. They look for solutions and stay accountable. As Bruce Gordon said: Things either happen to you or they happen because of you. So, where do you stand? Accountable leaders climb the ladder: 1️⃣ Make it happen: “I’ve got this,Continue reading “Accountability Ladder”