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Modern work is demanding. Even for people who are good at what they do, the human complexity around it can be exhausting. Stepsero is a podcast for professionals who want to feel less overwhelmed by it all. Every episode is a focused, honest conversation on one of the topics that make modern work challenging: leadership, communication, difficult conversations, AI, mental well-being, and more. No f... more

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Something feels off at work, and it’s not just you.

We are experiencing unprecedented levels of cognitive demand in the modern workplace. People are exhausted, struggling to prioritize, struggling to focus, and struggling to make decisions. And yet ... more

Gen Z gets called quiet, disengaged, even entitled.

Generational Strategist Benoît Vancauwenberghe thinks that read is simply wrong. In this episode, Benoît makes the case that silence at work isn’t the absence of a message, but rather the message i... more

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Executive transitions are more fragile than most people assume.

40% of executive appointments fail within the first 18 months, not because of technical incompetence, but because of people, politics, and culture.

And yet organisations continue to sp... more

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Most employees spend their careers feeling confused about compensation, how it works, what’s negotiable, and what’s actually going on behind the scenes.

In this episode, Sandrine Bardot breaks down how salaries are actually set, what professionals c... more

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Technology moves fast. People, not so much. And the real transformation, according to Nikki Barua, is human, not technical.

The conversation gets into what genuine reinvention actually requires. Skills matter, mindset matters, but the number-one blo... more

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Over-relying on AI might be quietly eroding your sharpest thinking, and most people aren’t noticing until it’s too late.

This episode covers the real cost of convenience: why the overwhelm around AI isn’t going away, how to spot the difference betwe... more

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What makes a story land in a corporate setting, and what kills it? In this episode, Dr Gian Power OBE breaks down why leaders who rely on facts alone fail to move people, how to structure a story that drives real behaviour change, and what the bigges... more

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Most of us have said it at some point: “I wish my work was more creative.” And then stopped right there.

In this episode, Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, Senior Research Scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of The Creativity Ch... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Orlic
AI leader, author (For a Thought newsletter); wrote Beyond Leadership to the Burnout Society
Independent thinker / Author
Episode: #97: The freedom to overwork
Mark Sedgwick
Clinical manager of behavioral health services at Sedgwick
Sedgwick
Episode: #91: The Elephant in the Room: Institutional Resilience & Quiet Cracking
Sarka Risch
LinkedIn expert focusing on authentic voice and personal branding
Episode: #90: The power of authenticity on LinkedIn, with Sarka Risch
Laurel Long
Speaker with expertise in performance optimization in high-pressure environments
Episode: #89: Wellbeing is performance, with Laurel Long
Costas Kalisperas
Guest on the episode
Episode: #88: Rethinking Work-Life Integration, with Costas Kalisperas
Patricio Roffo
Remote work advocate and compliance professional
Episode: #87: A discussion on Remote Work, with Patricio Roffo
Robin Daniels
Executive at Comacross with prior leadership experience at Salesforce, LinkedIn, and WeWork
Comacross
Episode: #86: Leading with authenticity, with Robin Daniels
Simone Schiassi
Coach and former Google executive involved in leadership development
Google (formerly)
Episode: #85: Does the career ladder still exist? with Simone Schiassi
Felix Hoffmann
CEO of 7Learnings
7Learnings
Episode: #84: AI for decision making, with Felix Hoffmann

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Matteo
Host of the Stepsero Podcast (and variations in listing), primarily responsible for hosting and steering conversations.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • One to watch

    Stepsero is seriously underrated. In a space full of shallow interviews and filler, it consistently delivers focused, high-value conversations that respect the listener’s time. Every episode feels intentional, concise, and genuinely informative.

    The host asks sharp questions, keeps conversations moving, and brings on credible guests who offer practical insights instead of empty talking points. Nothing feels forced or brought in just for clicks.

    Episodes stay on topic, deliver what they promise... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dora Lakatos
    Germanya month ago
  • No matter who you are this information is invaluable!

    As someone who worked in the “corporate” world before suffering burnout, finding my path to health and wellness, I wish I had a resource like this podcast 15 years ago! Matteo and Dora and really knowledgeable and talk about topics that need to be highlighted. Easy to listen to with great guests you won’t be disappointed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SJV0101
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Well worth a listen!

    Awesome team with really great insights! Well worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Craigslistjoe
    United States6 years ago
  • Insightful, honest and relatable

    I just listened to the intro episode on mental well-being, and it was truly the highlight of my day.

    Throughout this session I fully identified with the issues and topics affecting our mental health in the work space, and got very valuable tips as to how to approach them.

    Thanks a lot for creating a space that encourages us to open up and talk about something so important!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ori.Mendez
    Germany6 years ago

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Listeners praise concise, high-value conversations.
Episodes are seen as well-produced and focused, with good pacing.
Audience finds topics on wellbeing and leadership particularly relevant.
Fans note credible guests with practical, battle-tested insights.

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#74: Effective Internal Communication
Q: What happens to an organization during transformation if communication is weak or missing?
Silence creates a vacuum that rumors fill, making it hard to shape the narrative; timely, clear, and strategic communication is essential to guide perception and maintain trust during change or crises.
#74: Effective Internal Communication
Q: Who is responsible for this flow and how should it be embedded in the organization?
The Internal Communication function acts as the conductor, but responsibility should be baked into the culture across leadership and teams; training and development can help leaders communicate more effectively at scale, beyond ad-hoc emails or videos.
#74: Effective Internal Communication
Q: What is effective Internal Communication and when does it work best?
Effective Internal Communication is about the ongoing flow, rhythm, and strategic framing of messages, not just the final outputs like emails or town halls. It starts with knowing your audience, defining the desired change in thought or action, choosing appropriate channels, and constantly gathering feedback to optimize.
#85: Does the career ladder still exist? with Simone Schiassi
Q: How should someone navigate the shift from individual contributor to manager?
They need to unlearn behaviors tied to their previous role, start doing tasks like vision-setting and coaching, and learn to manage people and relationships, not just output.
#85: Does the career ladder still exist? with Simone Schiassi
Q: What do you think of the corporate ladder in today's work environment?
It's an outdated concept; promotions aren't as linear, and success now relies more on influencing others, building a unique perspective, and creating genuine trust within a flatter organization.

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The show centers on practical, no-fluff conversations about modern work challenges. Across episodes, topics include leadership dynamics, effective communication, handling difficult conversations, AI's impact on work, mental well-being, burnout, and remote or hybrid teams. Guests tend to be practitioners and researchers who offer actionable frameworks, real-world examples, and guidance for building healthier, more productive workplaces. The format emphasizes clarity and applicability, often bridging psychology, organizational behavior, and hands-on management to help listeners improve leadership, collaboration, and personal performance.

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Recent guests on Stepsero include:

1. Mark Orlic
2. Mark Sedgwick
3. Sarka Risch
4. Laurel Long
5. Costas Kalisperas
6. Patricio Roffo
7. Robin Daniels
8. Simone Schiassi

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