The Five Words That Change Lives | Zach Mercurio
Description
Zach Mercurio joins us to discuss the power of mattering—why it's a foundational human need and how it can be cultivated through small but meaningful interactions. From leadership strategies to personal stories, we explore how feeling seen, heard, and valued changes everything.
Topics
[0:00 ] Intro and Speed Round with Zach Mercurio
[3:31 ] Why Mattering Matters
[11:29 ] Purpose, Meaning, and Mattering: What’s the Difference?
[16:21 ] Mattering as a Survival Instinct
[26:14 ] “If It Wasn’t For You…”
[35:22 ] The Importance of Mattering in Leadership
[40:55 ] The Role of Mattering in Organizational Culture
[45:37 ] The Impact of Mattering on Employee Engagement
[49:50 ] Desert Island Music Picks
[52:42 ] Grooving Session: Mattering is Common Sense, Not Common Practice
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Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers - Won’t Back Down
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