Matt McKenna (he/him), Mediator, Facilitator, Coach. Once a touring musician, now a Qualified Mediator and seasoned facilitator, Matt helps people reconnect when it matters most. Matt supports organizations to build and repair internal connections, increase trust, and develop healthy team dynamics so they can achieve their goals together.

Summary:

In this conversation, Matt shares the challenges of balancing work and parenting, the complexities of trauma in the workplace, and the need for supportive environments that foster genuine connections and growth.

Kai and Matt explore the intricate dynamics of trust, conflict, and leadership. They discuss the importance of balancing anger with courage, the role of trust in fostering innovation, and the necessity of accountability in building relationships. They emphasize the need for leaders to navigate conflicts effectively, the importance of understanding human needs, and the significance of learning from failure.

The conversation concludes with reflections on the cultural perspectives on conflict avoidance and the role of heroes in society. the cultural perspectives on conflict avoidance,

Takeaways:

• Conflict and tensions are inevitable, dysfunction is not.
• Intrinsic motivation can be both a gift and a burden.
• Generational values are reshaping workplace expectations.
• The complexity of societal issues impacts workplace dynamics.
• Trust is earned, not given.
• Conflict resolution requires collective accountability.
• Cultural perspectives influence conflict avoidance.
• Learning from failure is essential for growth.
• Re-humanizing relationships can repair trust.

Guest Links:

• Matt's LinkedIn

Work Well Links & Resources:

• Kai's LinkedIn
• Work Well Principles
• Subscribe to the Work Well community
• Work Well TikTok: @3bears.inc