Episodes

  • Reflecting on Lessons Learned
    Mar 17 2022

    As Season 2 draws to a close, Matt reflects on lessons he’s learned from the last two years engaging with guests, especially on gratitude for what was, and excitement for what is to come.

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    15 mins
  • Reframing the World
    Sep 30 2021

    Matthew Dawson, senior talent strategist and DEI practitioner, interviews Shellye Archambeau, former CEO and Fortune 500 Board Member.

    During this episode, they will discuss on the importance of reframing the world, creating leaders, when odds are against you, being a listener before mentor, and knowing that you are responsible for you.

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    39 mins
  • Celebrate Your Losses
    Jul 29 2021

    Matthew  Dawson, senior talent strategist and DEI practitioner, interviews Maurice Ashley a Chess Grandmaster.

    During this episode, they will discuss on the topics of how to embrace uncertainty, working backwards & forwards, and how failing is a stepping stone to success

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    37 mins
  • The Wolfette of Wall Street
    Jun 24 2021

    Matthew Dawson, senior talent strategist and DEI practitioner, interviews Lauren Simmons who is well known as The Wolfette of Wall Street.

    During this episode, they will discuss on the topics of taking risks on those in front of you, social pressures of being the first, knowing your value, and changing the ecosystem.

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    38 mins
  • The Adventure of Leadership
    May 27 2021

    Matthew Dawson, senior talent strategist and DEI practitioner, interviews Jason R. Brooks on the adventures of leadership.

    During this episode, they will discuss on the topics of stepping back and propelling forward, eulogy virtues vs. resume virtues, changing the energy, and one-way and two-way doors.

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    46 mins
  • Increasing Awareness
    Apr 22 2021

    Matthew Dawson, a senior talent strategist and DEI practitioner, interviews M Carmen Lane a leader who is a Poet, Artist, and Educator.

    During this episode, they will discuss on the topics of themes & patterns, agent of change, feelings as resource, and fear of losing power.

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    39 mins
  • Shifting the Weight
    Mar 18 2021

    Matthew Dawson, a senior talent strategist and DEI practitioner, interviews Byron Pitts, ABC News Journalist and Author.

    During this episode, they will discuss on the topics of counting it all joy, having uncomfortable conversations, and figuring out the right fit.


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    52 mins
  • Force for Good
    Feb 18 2021

    Matthew Dawson, a senior talent strategist and DEI practitioner, interviews Shanika Hope, Head of Amazon Future Engineer.

    During this episode, they will discuss on the topics of learning to listen, hiring the best, being a builder and tinkerer at heart, and how asking questions is expected.

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    42 mins