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Direct Application with Matt Harrington

Direct Application with Matt Harrington

Welcome to Direct Application with Matt Harrington - where our leadership approach focuses both on the head and heart of leading others. What You’ll Find on This Channel: - Podcast Episodes: Candid conversations with thought leaders, HR professionals, authors, consultants, and operators. - Solo BlogCasts: Short, solo episodes where Matt reads and expands on his weekly blog posts—covering topics like resilience, influence, change, and trust. - Leadership Trainings & Keynote Clips: Watch

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00:06:43

Team Protocols: Help/Hinder List I Direct Application...

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2025/10/28

In this episode of Direct Application, host Matt Harrington breaks down one of the most practical frameworks for high-performance teamwork: the Help/Hinder list — a simple, powerful first agreement that sets the foundation for trust, accountability, and inclusive excellence.Drawing from his blog “Help or Hinder: The First Agreement of Every Great Team” and decades of facilitation experience, Matt explores how to structure teams for success, not just assemble them. If your team’s charter defines the

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00:05:16

Leadership and Teaming I Direct Application with Matt...

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2025/10/21

In this reflective episode, Matt looks back on his early experiences learning about teamwork alongside his late mother and mentor, Deborah Mackin, a leader in building high-performance, team-based cultures.Matt shares how Deb often began her work with Fortune 500 companies by trying to convince them not to implement teams (the opposite of why they called on her). Her reasoning was straightforward: “The biggest thing about teaming, and the reason I’m trying to convince you not to do it, is because it

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00:52:12

Responsible Authenticity: Owning Your Story at Work...

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2025/10/14

An Interview with Cat O’Shaughnessy Coffrin on Direct Application with Matt HarringtonWhat does it really mean to be authentic at work - without oversharing, burning out, or losing your leadership credibility?In this episode of Direct Application, host Matt Harrington sits down with Cat O’Shaughnessy Coffrin — executive communications strategist, founder of CaptivatingCo. She has partnered with global brands like Bayer, Starbucks, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce - guiding executives, founders, and

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00:03:59

Speed vs. Momentum I Direct Application with Matt...

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2025/10/07

In this quick episode, I add to a recent post I did on speed versus momentum. Speed gets you started, but momentum keeps you going. Discover how to show early wins, sustain long-term results, and lead your team with clarity and purpose in a world obsessed with moving fast.5 Questions we should be asking our teams is this speed or momentum:1). What’s driving this push? Are we responding to the tyranny of the urgent (stakeholder optics, deadlines, short-term pressures), or are we aligned with our

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00:04:17

Teams & Conflict I Direct Application with Matt...

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2025/09/30

Conflict in teams isn’t something to fear—it’s a sign of growth. In this episode, Matt Harrington unpacks Bruce Tuckman’s famous storming stage of team development and explains why conflict is not only natural but necessary. Healthy disagreement signals that a team is maturing, moving beyond surface-level cooperation, and learning to navigate real challenges together.Matt also explores how innovation depends on conflict. True creativity comes from diverse perspectives, differing opinions, and even

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00:07:16

Building A Baby Crib Without Instructions Is Like a...

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2025/09/23

Ever tried putting together a baby crib (or any piece of furniture) without the instructions? Frustrating, confusing, and usually ending with extra screws left over. That’s exactly what it feels like when we ask our teams to perform without clear guidelines, purpose, and structure.In this episode of Direct Application, Matt Harrington dives deeper into the concept of the Team Charter - the roadmap that keeps teams aligned, accountable, and moving toward high performance. Matt explains why teams get

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00:25:58

Building the Workforce of the Future - Lessons in...

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2025/09/16

In this episode of Direct Application, host Matt Harrington sits down with Chuck Hollingsworth - Director of Engineering at Keurig Dr Pepper and a 40-year veteran of manufacturing leadership - for a front-line look at what it really takes to lead through massive change, scale innovation, and build a workforce ready for the future.Chuck shares behind-the-scenes insights from launching one of KDP’s most ambitious projects yet: a $600M+ state-of-the-art beverage facility in South Carolina, capable of

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00:07:15

The Power of Teams I Direct Application with Matt...

Direct Application with Matt Harrington ·

2025/09/09

What makes a great team truly powerful? In this episode of Direct Application, Matt Harrington explores the Power of Teams—why teamwork is more than just working side by side, and how the right dynamics create results far greater than the sum of the parts.💡 Key insights you’ll take away:Every team balances task, process, and relationship dynamics—and teaming strengthens the relationship element.True teaming is synergistic: 1 plus 1 greater than 2. The whole is greater than the sum of its

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00:06:12

Why the World Needs Catalytic Leaders | Direct...

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2025/09/02

In this solo episode of Direct Application, Matt Harrington explores the power of catalytic leadership - leaders who spark transformation, align communities, and create momentum when it matters most. Drawing inspiration from Tom Dee, outgoing CEO of Southwestern Vermont Health Care, Matt highlights real examples like the Healthy Homes initiative and the Putnam Block Redevelopment that reshaped downtown Bennington.Matt also draws Collins' Level 5 Leadership and Flywheel, Yeager's Mentor

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00:06:50

Take Your Public Speaking from Panic to Power I...

Direct Application with Matt Harrington ·

2025/08/26

Welcome to Episode 8 of Direct Application. In this solo episode Matt Harrington shares his best public speaking strategies - whether you’re in a boardroom, on a stage, or sharing a vision with your team.Based on years of speaking to audiences large and small—from chambers of commerce to boardrooms to conferences — Matt reveals the practical techniques that make all the difference between surviving and thriving in front of an audience.And here’s the truth: public speaking isn’t about being perfect

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00:27:12

The Leadership Flex of Listening, Honesty, and Trust...

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2025/08/15

Welcome to the inaugural interview episode of Direct Application, the podcast where leadership theory meets Monday morning reality. Hosted by Matt Harrington, this show explores how to turn good leadership ideas into better workplaces.In this episode, Matt sits down with Karin Tierney, a seasoned HR consultant with over 25 years of experience in leadership development, organizational culture, and fractional HR. Together, they explore:✅ Why listening is the most underused leadership skill✅ How

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00:05:52

Building Trust Through Better Listening with Surveys...

Direct Application with Matt Harrington ·

2025/08/12

In this Solo Blogcast episode of Direct Application, Matt Harrington unpacks the underestimated power of surveys during strategic planning.Too often, surveys become checkbox exercises - sent out, ignored, and forgotten. But when done right, surveys become powerful trust-building tools that surface real insights and show your stakeholders that their voices matter.This episode dives into the leadership mindset behind meaningful surveying and gives you a checklist to ensure your survey efforts actually

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00:07:49

Don’t Skip the Discovery Phase with SWOTs I Direct...

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2025/08/03

In this Solo Blogcast episode of Direct Application, host Matt Harrington revisits the classic SWOT analysis - Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats - but with a modern, practical twist. If your SWOTs feel like checkbox exercises or dusty whiteboard sessions, it’s time for a refresh.Matt shares:Why SWOT still matters in today’s fast-changing worldThe key difference between internal vs. external insightHow to run engaging, insightful SWOT sessions that spark real conversationWays to involve

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00:04:37

Change Champions, Bystanders, and the Toxic Few |...

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2025/07/29

In this episode of Direct Application, host Matt Harrington dives into the human dynamics of change. Whether you're launching a new vision, strategic plan, or organizational shift, how people respond matters just as much as the change itself. Learn the three core groups you’ll face: the energized Change Champions, the cautious Bystanders, and the disruptive Toxic Few (or Resistors).Matt shares practical leadership insights on how to stop wasting time on the resistors and instead win over the

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00:04:37

The One Page Strategy That Gets People to Buy In |...

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2025/07/24

In this episode of Direct Application, Matt Harrington breaks down the One Page Strategy (OPS) - a simple but powerful tool to turn big ideas into real action. If your strategic vision has ever stalled after a board meeting or team presentation, it might not be the idea - it might be how you're delivering (or showcasing) your idea.Discover how to craft a compelling OPS with just five parts:✔ Mission✔ Vision✔ Strategic Pillars✔ SMART Goals✔ Key InitiativesLearn why OPS creates clarity,

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00:05:02

The 4 Personalities on Every Team | Direct...

Direct Application with Matt Harrington ·

2025/07/22

In this Solocast episode of Direct Application, host Matt Harrington breaks down a powerful leadership concept called the “Get Family” — four essential personalities you’ll find on every team or board: Get It Done, Get It Right, Get Along, and Get Appreciated.Whether you're leading a staff meeting, managing a board retreat, or trying to strengthen your team dynamics, this quick leadership lesson will help you better understand how to identify and honor different work styles—and how to help them

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00:03:20

Ep. 1 - Welcome

Direct Application with Matt Harrington ·

2025/07/19

Welcome to the first episode of Direct Application, a leadership podcast and vlog hosted by Matt Harrington - author, speaker, facilitator, and founder of Harrington Brands.This launch episode lays the foundation for what Direct Application is all about: turning leadership ideas into real, actionable tools. Because leadership shouldn’t just inspire - it should work.In this episode, Matt shares the story behind the podcast and outlines what listeners can expect moving forward. He explores how the

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