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A podcast designed to give actionable advice and guidance on real life management problems. Hosted by Matthew Haddock a real life manager and leader of over 25 years.
Want to improve your management skills, understand what modern theory of leadership is and more importantly how to apply this in your business career? Want to learn how these skills could improve your leadership?Then this is the podcast for you. Each week you will listen to ideas from Manager Matt, business leaders, entrepreneurs and like minded managers. Matthew applies a positive mind set mixed with a statistical logical approach to delivering results and develop people to their best.Come with him to learn, grow and expand your understanding and knowledge.
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This weeks show looks at how you should lead your business when it comes to getting results. Getting back to the 3 B Back to Basics. Back to Standard Back to Best. Good leadership is about been consistent and delivering results Please send any feedback or questions to managermattpodcast@gmail.com
Happy New year, Todays episode looks at the top 5 leaders resolutions you should be thinking about to help kick start your year. I examine how you need to focus on patterns not problems, how you need to have the conversation you have been putting off and how to be consistant not intense in 2026. So before you hit quit day have alisten to the show and start your managment year off the right way. Please send any feedback or questions to managermattpodcast@gmail.com
Top 5 Manager Matt Episodes of 2025 As we wrap up 2025, this special episode of the Manager Matt Podcast takes a step back to reflect on the conversations that resonated most with managers this year — the episodes that sparked messages, shares, and real “I used this with my team on Monday” moments. Hosted by Matthew Haddock, this episode ranks the top five Manager Matt episodes of 2025, highlighting the ideas, tools, and leadership lessons that made the biggest impact across the year. From cu...
A quick cast to look back at 2025 and say a big thank you for all my listener. Also a thank you for sharing the cast with others who can hopefully learn and grow as leaders Please send any feedback or questions to managermattpodcast@gmail.com
Cross-department tension. Competing priorities. “Us vs them” thinking. If you’re a manager who needs results without burning bridges, this episode is for you. In this practical, no-nonsense episode of the Manager Matt Podcast, Matt breaks down five powerful questions that help you build trust, influence peers, and turn strained inter-department relationships into genuine partnerships. Instead of pushing harder or escalating issues, these questions shift the dynamic from “I need something from...
Top Ways a Stoic Mindset Supports Effective Management & Leadership — The Positives and the Pitfalls In this episode, we dive deep into how a stoic mindset can transform modern leadership — helping managers stay calm, make better decisions, and inspire trust. But we also explore the lesser-known pitfalls: where stoicism, taken too far, can create barriers, reduce empathy, or slow progress. We break down the top 10 ways stoicism influences leadership, looking at both sides of the coin: 1. ...
Its sounds a little strange to say you need to sell your ideas, if your the leader you tell them to do it and it happens right? Wrong you need to get people to buy in and understand your ideas especially if they are not your direct reports. This episode explore how to best sell your ideas to get the team on board. Please send any feedback or questions to managermattpodcast@gmail.com
Its always hard to get the balance right when you start a new role, you dont want to be to laid back and your dont want to change the world over night. In this weeks cast I look at the top 10 priorities in anew role, how you can make an impact without blowing your credibility. It tackles the hard questions about been visible and adding value in the first 90 days Please send any feedback or questions to managermattpodcast@gmail.com
There are some things that get under the skin of your directs, they make you a poor leader and a bad manager. They are also behaviours which will not deliver results and will lead to poor performance. But all is not lost, have a listen to this weeks show on how you can spot the top 5 worst management behaviours. I will also give you tips how to reduce your bad habits. Please send any feedback or questions to managermattpodcast@gmail.com
Why You Should Speak Up as a Leader — Finding Your Confidence and Your Voice In this episode of The Manager Matt Podcast, host Matt Haddock explores one of the most common challenges leaders face — finding the confidence to speak up. Whether it’s in a boardroom, team meeting, or one-to-one, too many capable leaders hold back valuable thoughts and ideas. Matt breaks down why this happens — from fear of being wrong to imposter syndrome — and shows you how to find your voice, build your confiden...
“Traditional Management vs Coaching Management: Why the Coaching Model Often Fails” In this episode of The Manager Matt Podcast, Matt dives deep into one of the most debated leadership topics in modern workplaces — Traditional Management vs Coaching Management. We’ve all heard that coaching is the “future of leadership,” but if that’s true, why do so many coaching initiatives fall flat? Matt breaks it down with his usual no-nonsense insight — exploring what each management style really looks ...
If your going for any role in business you will have to be a problem solver. In todays episode I will dive into how to answer the improvement questions in an interview situation. How to structure the answer to best sell you abilities and show your the person for the job. Please send any feedback or questions to managermattpodcast@gmail.com
My Friday Thought on why Lazy Interview questions don't get you the best candidates and make you look unprofessional. For a more in depth look at interview questions have a look at my past episodes Please send any feedback or questions to managermattpodcast@gmail.com
Episode Title: The Core Skills Every Operations Manager Needs In this episode of Manager Matt, we break down the five essential skills that set great operations managers apart from the rest. From leading and motivating teams to navigating tough problems and keeping projects on track, we explore what it really takes to deliver results in a challenging, fast-paced environment. We’ll cover: Leadership – building trust, collaboration, and a positive culture.Communication – making sure messages la...
Podcast Description: “Building Your Successor – The Smartest Thing You’ll Ever Do” In this episode of The Manager Matt Podcast, Matt dives into one of the most powerful — and often overlooked — responsibilities of great leadership: developing your successor. Many managers fear the idea of training someone to take their job, but the truth is, that’s exactly what strong leaders do. Matt explores why building capability within your team isn’t about giving up control — it’s about creating lasting...
Being a site manager is one of the toughest and most rewarding leadership roles in any business. You’re not just running a shift – you’re responsible for the entire operation, the people, the performance, and ultimately the profitability of the site. In this episode of the Manager Matt Podcast, we’ll break down what it really takes to be a great site manager, including: ✅ The difference between team leaders, shift managers, and site managers. ✅ The core responsibilities of a site ...
Being a shift manager isn’t just about keeping the lines running – it’s about leading people, making decisions under pressure, and adding real value to the business. In this episode of the Manager Matt Podcast, we’ll explore what separates a good shift manager from a great one. We’ll cover: ✅ The difference between a team leader and a shift manager. ✅ The key responsibilities of a shift manager day-to-day. ✅ How to add value by solving problems, driving efficiency, and suppo...
The first of 3 podcast aimed at helping you be the best team leader you can. What does it really take to be an outstanding team leader? In this episode of the Manager Matt Podcast, Matt dives into the role of a team leader and breaks down how to move beyond firefighting and become the leader your company values. We’ll cover: ✅ What the role of a team leader truly is – and what it isn’t. ✅ How to add value to your company by solving problems, driving improvements, and being dependa...
Surprises at work can derail even the best-laid plans—but what if you could see them coming? In this episode of The Manager Matt Show, Matt breaks down the power of “What If” thinking and how scenario planning can transform the way you and your team handle uncertainty. You’ll discover: Why unexpected problems cause teams to scramble—and how to avoid itHow to use “What If” questions to prepare for both challenges and opportunitiesA simple 4-step process to start scenario planning in your depar...
We all have the people. in our team which we think are unmanageable and just make our blood boil. But remember its all on you as a leader to shape their behaviour and the culture. In this episode I look at the golden rules to help you get the team performing and delivering results. As well as keeping you sane and in emplyment. Please send any feedback or questions to managermattpodcast@gmail.com
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