ABOVE & BEYOND LEADERSHIP

Matt talks with Shruthi Balachander, an already accomplished next-generation leader and a Student Ambassador in the Johns Creek Student Leadership program. She tells how her leadership ideas have adapted as she has encountered different cultures and opportunities. Having already given two TEDx talks, Shruthi shares the importance of continuing to look for ways to grow as a leader.

Matt continues his conversation with Jackie Moore about how her daughter Jordyn’s summer shirt project has led her to champion people with disabilities in the work place. They discuss how business leaders can utilize the skills of people with disabilities by focusing on what they can do instead of what they can’t.

Matt talks with Jackie Moore about how her family's summer shirt project for her autistic daughter Jordyn grew into a life-changing business and mission, Be Kind To Everyone. Jordyn's story is about sharing what people with disabilities can do, not what they can't.

Matt continues his conversation with Bruce Pulver as they discuss prioritizing time and finding rhythm and tempo in life. Bruce shares how having routines and goals are essential to taking care of ourselves physically, spiritually, and emotionally.

Matt talks with Author and Speaker Bruce Pulver as they discuss his book Above The Chatter, Our Words Matter. Bruce shares how words help renew our mindset and “heart-set” by changing negative self-talk. In addition, Bruce shares his experience as a TEDx speaker and the importance of creating something inspiring every day.

Matt continues his conversation with Brian Unell as they discuss how it is easier to be a critic than a creator and how leaders can set proper expectations using clear communication.

Matt talks with Brian Unell about his new book Everyday Leadership. They discuss Brian's observation of how we can make or break someone's day through our mindset and communication. Being authentic and genuine is necessary for leading others.

In this solo session, Matt examines the benefits of leading with a positive mindset. If we approach every challenge optimistically, we can better control our response to the situation. It all starts with perspective.

Matt concludes his conversation with Shaunti Feldhahn as they discuss The 30-day Kindness Challenge from her book of the same name. When we act kindly to others, we become the true benefactor.

Matt continues his conversation with Shaunti Feldhahn about her new book, "Thriving in Love and Money: 5 Game-Changing Insights about Your Relationship, Your Money, and Yourself." In this episode, Shaunti shares how it is crucial to understand that we often value things differently than our spouses when it comes to spending money.