In this episode, we uncover the true essence of culture and its critical role in driving organizational success. Drawing from a recent keynote to top business executives, we debunk common myths—like confusing perks with culture—and explore why great cultures don’t always make everyone happy.

Discover how culture acts as the heartbeat of transformation, aligning teams, engaging hearts and minds, and bridging the gap between strategy and execution. Learn why the "Sunday Night Test" reveals the truth about your workplace and how behavior at scale defines success.

Whether you’re a leader, manager, or aspiring change-maker, this episode will challenge your perspective and inspire you to rethink how culture shapes your organization’s future.

Order your copy of Matt's bestselling book, Culture Is the Way, and discover actionable strategies to transform your organization today!

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In this episode of Get Better Today, host Matt Mayberry dives deep into the concept of 'building an iron life' with Mike Housey. Mike is a seasoned executive leader, certified leadership coach, and bestselling author. He shares powerful insights from leading a $1.5 billion sales organization to remarkable success, his journey as an Ironman triathlete, and his experiences as a dedicated husband and father. Mike emphasizes the importance of authenticity, humility, and faith in both personal and professional life. He discusses overcoming personal adversities, including his wife's battle with brain cancer, and the transformative power of perseverance and love. They also explore practical leadership lessons and routines that foster resilience and fulfillment. This episode is a powerful guide for unleashing your inner hero and fortifying your path forward.

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About Mike Housey

Mike Housey is an accomplished business executive, certified leadership coach, and #1 Amazon best-selling author passionate about talent development and business growth. Currently serving as EVP/General Manager of Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits of Indiana, he has spearheaded impressive achievements, including driving a $1.5B sales organization to a 67 basis point gross profit margin increase over five years. Beyond the boardroom, Mike is an Ironman triathlete, devoted husband of 33 years to Marnie, and proud father of three. His wealth of personal and professional experience makes him a respected mentor and leader.

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In this episode of Get Better Today, host Matt Mayberry speaks with Philip Holthouse, co-founder and chairman of HCVT, on the journey and leadership that propelled HCVT to become the 31st largest accounting firm in the United States. Phil discusses the early challenges of founding the firm in 1991, emphasizing the importance of deep technical skills, transparent communication, and agile decision-making. He reflects on navigating significant crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and outlines his collaborative leadership philosophy fueled by a culture of healthy debate.

Phil also shares the role of continuous learning and mentorship throughout his career, discussing influential books and routines that have shaped his professional journey. Looking ahead, Phil describes HCVT’s commitment to maintaining its boutique status focused on high-quality service and enduring client relationships.


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About Philip Holthouse

Phil serves as Chairman of HCVT. Under Phil’s leadership, HCVT has grown to become the 31st largest accounting firm in the United States and the Los Angeles region’s largest locally based CPA firm with more than 700 employees and partners. The firm is known for its deep technical skills and ability to address the most complex tax issues associated with business entities and high-net-worth individuals.

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In this episode of Get Better Today, host Matt Mayberry interviews Elliott Parker, CEO of High Alpha Innovation, about driving innovation and unleashing radical progress within organizations. They discuss Elliott's journey, starting from his first job at Arthur Andersen, which ignited his passion for creating resilient companies. They explore the failure of Arthur Andersen, the lessons learned, and the importance of building enduring institutions.

Parker shares insights from his book, The Illusion of Innovation, providing examples of resilient companies and the role of continuous experimentation in their success. They explore why modern corporate metrics may fail to measure true success and how businesses can adapt by embracing innovation and decentralization. Parker emphasizes the need for organizations to collaborate with startups and run frequent, low-cost experiments to foster innovation, all while being optimistically future-focused.

The discussion also touches on the contrasting perspectives of Jack Welch and Reed Hastings on business errors and the benefits of embracing chaos for long-term resilience. Parker suggests pursuing intriguing ventures as a means to uncover transformative opportunities.

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About Elliott Parker

Elliott Parker is the founder and CEO of High Alpha Innovation, a venture builder that partners with corporations, universities, and entrepreneurs to co-create startups that solve compelling problems. He built his career in strategy consulting at Innosight, the firm founded by Clayton Christensen, in corporate venturing, and as an entrepreneur bringing new ideas to market. To date, he has launched over 40 venture-backed startups.

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In this insightful episode of Get Better Today, retired Navy SEAL commander Rich Diviney discusses the distinctions between peak and optimal performance, underscoring the necessity of adaptability and resilience in challenging situations. Diviney provides an in-depth look into his SEAL training and debunks the myth of perpetual peak performance in athletic and business settings, stressing the importance of responsible energy management.

The conversation also delves into leadership attributes such as courage, perseverance, and humility, and Diviney shares his fascination with the intersection of neuroscience and performance. Additionally, Rich Diviney touches on the concept of multiple identities and their unconscious influence on behavior, explaining how these identities accumulate over time and shape actions. The dialogue emphasizes the need to identify and deconstruct these identities to pursue personal excellence and achieve goals.

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About Rich Diviney

Rich Diviney is a retired Navy SEAL commander. In a career spanning more than twenty years, he completed more than thirteen overseas deployments—eleven of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, Diviney spearheaded the creation of a directorate that fused physical, mental, and emotional disciplines. He led his small team to create the first-ever “Mind Gym” that helped special operators train their brains to perform faster, longer, and better in all environments—especially high-stress ones. Diviney is the founder of The Attributes Inc., which is a specialized consulting firm in leadership and team building.

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In this captivating episode, we are joined by IN-Q, an Emmy-nominated poet, multi-platinum songwriter, and author, discussing the transformative power of storytelling. IN-Q shares powerful insights on how stories can shape our personal and professional lives, the journey of becoming a world-class poet, and the significance of asking empowering questions. The conversation delves into the importance of empathy, vulnerability, and being true to oneself in crafting stories that inspire and connect.

Discover the potent power of storytelling and how to use it to forge a path to success and fulfillment, from the depths of personal growth to the expansive realms of business leadership. IN-Q's extraordinary background and creative journey will inspire you, showcasing the magnificence of poetic expression and the vital role of narrative in our reality.

Find out why Oprah Winfrey named him one of the world's most influential thought leaders. At the end, IN-Q also performs a powerful poem emphasizing self-acceptance and the impact of self-talk, which you won't want to miss.


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About IN-Q

IN-Q is an Emmy nominated poet, multi-platinum songwriter, and the best-selling author of Inquire Within. He was named to Oprah's SuperSoul list of the world's most influential thought leaders and his stand-up poetry special, IN-Q: Live at the Ace Theatre, is now streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video.

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In this episode, Mike Sarraille, a retired Navy SEAL, Recon Marine, and Scout Sniper, shares his incredible journey from a young boy inspired by Hollywood and books on Vietnam to becoming a Navy SEAL and later navigating the business world as CEO of the Talent War Group. Sarraille discusses the lessons he learned about overcoming adversity, the importance of suffering and accountability, and how these lessons can be applied to everyday life and business leadership.

The episode also explores Sarraille's approach to failure, the concept of the 'Everyday Warrior,' and practical advice for becoming better versions of ourselves. Additionally, Sarraille stresses the significance of training, both in the military and the business realm, to prepare for high-pressure situations and achieve greatness. Mike's insights offer valuable lessons on personal growth, accountability, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

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About Mike Sarraille

Mike is an established keynote speaker who works with small businesses and Fortune 500 companies on the principles of leadership, teamwork, entrepreneurship, and living a life of balance and purpose. He’s the founder and CEO of Talent War Group, a successful management consulting and executive search firm, and ATTA, a lifestyle and apparel brand focused on community and born out of his Everyday Warrior concept.

During his 20-year military career, he served as a Recon Marine, Scout-Sniper, and retired a U.S. Navy SEAL Officer. Much of his career was in the Special Operations community, including the elite Joint Special Operations Command. Along with careers in the military and business, Mike co-authored the best-selling book, The Talent War: How Special Operations and Great Organizations Win on Talent, and enjoys a partnership with Men’s Journal as columnist and host of The Everyday Warrior series and podcast.

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Liz Elting, the CEO and founder of the Elizabeth Elting Foundation and a renowned businesswoman, joins us in this episode. Liz shares her insightful entrepreneurial journey, from her dorm room at NYU to co-founding TransPerfect and building it into a billion-dollar language solutions company. She discusses key leadership lessons, the importance of taking unwavering action, how to overcome fears, the importance of cultivating a goal-oriented culture in business, and much more.

Liz also shares the inspiration behind writing her new book, Dream Big and Win: Translating Passion into Purpose and Creating a Billion-Dollar Business.

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About Liz Elting

Liz Elting, founder and CEO of the Elizabeth Elting Foundation, is a New York-based philanthropist and businesswoman recognized for her outstanding entrepreneurship and focus on developing women business leaders. Elting cofounded TransPerfect, the world's largest provider of language and business solutions. She has been named one of Forbes' Richest Self-Made Women every year since the list's inception. Elting's new book, Dream Big and Win, debuted as a National and Wall Street Journal bestseller.

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