Hi, I'm Matt 👓
I write about the things that make us all curious 🧠. Like how to be more satisfied with your life, find joy and tools 🛠️ to help improve at the things you like doing.
I love music, and make a virtual mixtape every month that I think you'll enjoy.
Each week, I share an email crammed full of tips for a better life, with some stuff to entertain and a musical recommendation 🎧.
Feel free to subscribe to the newsletter (100% free for ever), or get in touch if I can help you.
Featured posts
Someone asked me this week to define how to go about building a personal brand at work. Here are the five steps I recommend to anyone trying to build their brand.
2 min read
The Art of Influence: Eight ways to create connection in the workplace.
Influencing is a misunderstood skill. I've captured some of my thoughts on how influencing skills help your career, and how you can develop them.
2 min read
Mastering feedback with the 'Situation, Behavior, Impact' model.
Giving feedback can be a minefield. An effective way to give feedback with clarity is the "Situation, Behavior, Impact" model.
4 min read
25 ways to be a great manager
I've been a manager for nearly 30 years.
Here are some of the best tips I've picked up along the way.
2 min read
Latest posts
Introducing: FlowStuff
I'm pleased to introduce FlowStuff, an evolving and organic Spotify playlist of music that can support your flow state as you work and relax.
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👓 Stuff #189 - Slice the Pizza!
Fire up your personal brand at work with five key strategies. Learn how to manage former peers and discover the benefits of a lifecoach. Take a break in a park, and Slice those Pizzas for a quick diversion.
3 min read
Boost Your Professional Presence: Strategies for Personal Branding in the Workplace
Someone asked me this week to define how to go about building a personal brand at work. Here are the five steps I recommend to anyone trying to build their brand.
2 min read
10 additional free Websites that everyone should Bookmark
You shouldn't have to pay to get access to useful tools, here are another 10 free sites that everyone should save.
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100 GROW Coaching questions to ignite your conversations.
Coaching requires a curious mind, and active listening. I've compiled a list of the best questions to support your coaching conversations.
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👓 Stuff #188 - rock, paper, scissors!
Unleash your coaching skills with the GROW model, and then find new techniques for solving tough problems. Stop sleep procrastination and build friendships.
3 min read
Coaching Excellence: How to Use the GROW Model to Drive Performance
I attended a coaching refresher at work this week. It was a great reminder on the power of the GROW model and the benefits it can bring.
4 min read
Media Gluttony - April 2024
April has been light for movies at the cinema, but the box sets have been excellent.
Here's a roundup of my media diet in April 2024
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👓 Stuff #187 - 26 billion chickens
Five ways to unlock more potential, and thirty habits to lead to a more peaceful life. A super explanation of how strategy works, and eight myths about leadership. Plus, 26 billion chickens.
3 min read