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