Constraints Drive Innovation - From HR Leader to HR Founder and Podcaster - Matt Burns - #004

Quit and Switch with Adrian Daniels

On this first episode of Quit and Switch with Adrian Daniels, Adrian welcomes Matt Burns, ex-Head of HR at Walmart, an experienced HR executive, founder of Bento HR and host of Thinking Inside the Box podcast.

We talk about:

• Matt’s transition from HR leader to HR founder, tips for transitioning into HR and the digital transformation space, and how constraints can drive innovation.
• We also discuss podcasting as a tool for building relationships in business, the impact of COVID on the workplace, and the importance of adapting to stay relevant
• Adrian shares his own experience of disrupting his corporate career, and Matt gives advice on how to make the best of career, life, or business situation.

The episode emphasises taking action now and using available resources to develop new skills.

Timestamps

01:19 Matt Burns: HR exec turned podcaster

03:32 Matt Burns turned entrepreneur uses podcasting

10:05 Constraints driving innovation: Lessons

18:10 Plan for future career changes now

24:19 Kindness and community vital for success

About Quit and Switch Podcast

Introducing Quit and Switch with Adrian Daniels. A brand new podcast which focuses on careers, business and entrepreneurship, with a touch of self-development.

Since 2020, the world has never been the same; we have witnessed global phenomenons such as lockdowns, The Great Resignation, The Work From Home Revolution, The Artificial Intelligence Revolution and so much more. 2019 is but a distance memory. Most of all, the career and business marketplace is totally disrupted.

Quit and Switch hosted by Adrian Daniels, reveals stories and lessons of established or rising stars who have pivoted from a specific career, business or industry, so professionals and entrepreneurs in a transition, can gain actionable tips and insights to apply in their own journeys.

Share your quit and switch story with us or get in touch

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Website: https://quitandswitch.co

Connect with Adrian

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielsadrian/

Website: https://adriandaniels.co

Become a podcaster

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Community: https://atozpodcasting.com/community