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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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Latest Episodes

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

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

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

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a loop (work, home, repeat), this conversation is for you. Julia Romanova brings an unusually human-centred lens to how we navigate change. In this episode, Julia introduces two powerful frameworks that reframe how we rel... more

This episode was inspired by a Financial Times article titled “Why Co-CEOs Might Suit Our Tumultuous Times.”

In this conversation with Executive Coach Costas Kalisperas, we use it as a springboard to dig into something most of us have felt but rarel... more

Most business presentations fail for the same reason: we confuse the slides with the message. Andrea Pacini has spent his career helping business leaders fix that.

Andrea is the author of “Confident Presenter” and “Timeless Presenter”, and head of Id... more

The dominant narrative around AI and work is built on fear.

But is the replacement narrative historically illiterate, and is there a more nuanced argument to make?”.

Tessa is the founder and CEO of HireGains.ai, an AI-powered platform, and author o... more

For most of history, workplaces controlled people by telling them what they couldn’t do. Today the control works differently, by removing all restrictions and letting people push themselves to their own limits.

In this conversation, Mark Orlic unpac... 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

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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
    Germany15 days 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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#89: Wellbeing is performance, with Laurel Long
Q: Does it make sense to fight this rhythm, or should work adapt to individual circadian patterns?
Organizations should allow individuals to follow their natural rhythms where possible, while people develop strategies to shift when necessary, using things like caffeine strategically and taking naps or walks to stay productive.
#89: Wellbeing is performance, with Laurel Long
Q: So what do you think is the most misunderstood part of this connection between well-being and performance?
That people often separate them and assume high performers must work non-stop; true high performance depends on health, fuel, rest, and recovery.
#91: The Elephant in the Room: Institutional Resilience & Quiet Cracking
Q: Looking to the future, will quiet cracking or resilience be resolved by 2050, or how might the landscape change?
There is cautious optimism that mental wellness tools will evolve, but resilient cultures and supportive management will remain essential; outcomes depend on ongoing effort and leadership.
#91: The Elephant in the Room: Institutional Resilience & Quiet Cracking
Q: What can organizations do to prevent quiet cracking from turning into full burnout?
Start with prevention, have conversations early, train managers to discuss emotions without becoming therapists, and create an open space for employees to share feelings.
#91: The Elephant in the Room: Institutional Resilience & Quiet Cracking
Q: You mentioned that these issues are increasingly discussed; are companies really aware of the magnitude of these issues?
They are probably aware, but the challenge is whether they have the resources and focus to address them; the goal is to bring mental wellness to light and prioritize it.

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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

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