Matthew Emerzian is the founder and CEO of Every Monday Matters, a keynote speaker and best-selling author who is here to share his transformative journey from the brink of despair to becoming a beacon of hope and leadership. Matthew explains the essence of mattering—not just in the personal sense but extending it to those around us and collectively in the communities we serve. Through his and Alex’s conversation, we uncover the powerful truth that leadership extends beyond mere achievements; it's about cultivating compassion, fostering a sense of belonging, and driving change by recognizing the inherent value in everyone. This episode invites you on a reflective journey to explore how embracing vulnerability, gratitude, and service can redefine your understanding of success and leadership in today’s world.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Welcome to a New Perspective on Leadership
• 00:01:41 - Meet Matthew Emerzian: A Journey from Despair to Hope
• 00:04:22 - Unraveling the Core of Purposeful Living
• 00:07:24 - The Integral Role of Service and Gratitude in Transformation
• 00:10:47 - Questioning Self-Improvement Norms: Embracing Community Growth
• 00:12:31 - A Personal Odyssey: From Breakdown to Breakthrough
• 00:14:00 - Rethinking Corporate Purpose: Beyond Profits to People
• 00:18:07 - Uniting Diverse Generations Under a Common Purpose
• 00:21:32 - The Critical Shift Towards Emotional Awareness in Leadership
• 00:23:27 - Mondays as a Catalyst for Corporate and Personal Renewal
• 00:25:07 - Striking the Right Balance: Achieving Success Without Sacrificing Self
• 00:28:31 - The Journey of Authentic Leadership: Learning, Growing, Inspiring
• 00:30:45 - Embracing Vulnerability: The Strength in Authentic Connection
• 00:35:12 - Envisioning the Future: Leadership Driven by Empathy and Understanding

Connect With Matthew here:

• Matthew Emerzian
• Every Monday Matters
• Matthew on LinkedIn
• You Matter.: Learning to Love Who You Really Are by Matthew Emerzian
• Every Monday Matters: How to Kick Your Week Off with Passion, Purpose, and Positivity by Matthew Emerzian
• Every Monday Matters, 52 Ways to Make a Difference by Matthew Emerzian

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