S1 E13 Matt Widdoes InterviewBuilding a Positive Company Culture

Make Work Work Better (Audio Only)

Summary In this episode of the Make Work Work Better podcast, host Marc Reynolds interviews Matt Widdoes, a seasoned leader in marketing and user acquisition. Matt shares his journey from working with Red Bull to founding MAVEN, a company focused on helping businesses grow through a holistic approach to marketing and user acquisition. The conversation delves into leadership philosophies, the importance of empathy, time management techniques like time boxing, and the significance of work-life balance. Matt emphasizes the need for a positive company culture, the value of learning from failure, and the importance of accountability in leadership. Takeaways

• Empathy and respect are crucial in leadership.
• Time boxing is an effective productivity technique.
• Work-life balance is essential for long-term success.
• Company culture reflects leadership values.
• Assuming positive intent fosters a better work environment.
• Learning from failure is key to growth.
• Accountability is vital in a successful team.
• Effective communication is necessary for problem-solving.
• Self-care should be prioritized in busy schedules.
• Leaders must do what they say they will do.

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Matt Widdoes and His Journey 03:06 Transitioning from Sales to Marketing 05:48 The Founding and Mission of MAVAN 09:06 Leadership Philosophy and Empathy in Management 11:52 Time Management and Productivity Techniques 17:06 Work-Life Balance and Self-Care 19:50 Company Culture and Leadership Values 24:09 Overcoming Common Workplace Challenges 30:10 Learning from Failure and Accountability 36:52 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways Keywords leadership, marketing, productivity, work-life balance, company culture, empathy, self-care, time management, user acquisition, growth strategies