E127: Why “Mattering” Is the Missing Link in Leadership

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We all crave to be seen, valued, and needed. And yet, so many people in today’s workplaces feel invisible. In this deeply human conversation, Janet talks with Dr. Zach Mercurio, author of The Power of Mattering, about why the greatest crisis in leadership isn’t disengagement or burnout, it’s a mattering deficit. Zach shares research-backed insights on how leaders can help others feel significant through small, intentional interactions that affirm their unique value. You’ll learn how to transform your daily leadership moments into acts that regenerate human energy, deepen connection, and create cultures where people truly thrive.