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.
[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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