Listen now (71 mins) | Matt Mochary is a full-time executive coach who has worked with some of the biggest names in tech, including investor Naval Ravikant and the CEOs of Notion, OpenAI, Rippling, Coinbase, Reddit, Front, Flexport, Opendoor, and many others. In today’s podcast, we talk about the skill of firing people, why it’s so important to get right, and Matt’s framework for approaching layoffs. We go deep on recognizing emotions like anger and fear, and what to pay attention to when you feel angry or fearful. He also shares how to build new products within a larger company, important tips on how to make sure everyone in the organization feels valued and heard, carving out time for your top goal, and how an energy audit can help you eliminate tasks that are draining your energy. Don’t miss this one.
A conversation worth its managerial weight in gold - thanks, Lenny!
For anyone looking to further upskill their EQ, the book "Crucial Conversations" discusses the principles behind Matt's excellent "magic questions" and why they help create psychological safety with employees.
How to fire people with grace, work through fear, and nurture innovation | Matt Mochary (CEO coach)
A conversation worth its managerial weight in gold - thanks, Lenny!
For anyone looking to further upskill their EQ, the book "Crucial Conversations" discusses the principles behind Matt's excellent "magic questions" and why they help create psychological safety with employees.
Book Summary:
https://theartofliving.com/crucial-conversations-summary/
Amazon Link:
https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Conversations-Talking-Stakes-Second/dp/1469266822