The 60 Second Podcast

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Big insights. One question. 60 seconds. Hosted by TEDx speaker and 3X founder Matt McCoy , this podcast delivers fast, punchy interviews with the world’s top leaders — from billion-dollar CEOs to bold startup founders. Each episode asks one powerful question to uncover the mindset, tactics, or story behind game-changing success — all in under a minute. Perfect for ambitious listeners who want real answers, really fast.

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August 11, 20261 min

Nicole Lawson - President & CEO, Orchards Children's Services

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to lead when the problems you’re solving are bigger than any one person or organization? In this episode of The 60 Second Podcast, Matt McCoy sits down with Nicole Lawson, President & CEO of Orchards Children's Services, to discuss what she has learned from leading through complex challenges across behavioral health, veteran care, and children's services. Nicole explains why mission and mindset often matter more than process, how strong leaders cut through unnecessary noise, and why teams need the courage to challenge the status quo and “fail forward.” Her message is simple: when there’s a mountain in your way, climbing over it isn’t always the only option.

August 6, 20260 min

Andrew Woods - Founder & Managing Director, Ask Us Consulting

Send us Fan Mail What do you do when someone tells you "maybe next time"? In this episode of The 60 Second Podcast , Matt McCoy sits down with Andrew Woods , Founder & Managing Director of Ask Us Consulting, to hear the story of how he turned repeated rejection into a signed deal. After hearing "Let's meet when you're in Toronto" three times in a single day, Andrew stopped treating it as a polite brush-off and took action. He booked a flight across the country, showed up with the promised coffee, and walked away with the business. It's a simple reminder that persistence, initiative, and following through can create opportunities that most people never pursue.

August 4, 20261 min

Stephen Segal – Chief Executive Officer, Iris Construction Management Inc.

Send us Fan Mail What does great leadership really look like when everything is going wrong? In this episode of The 60 Second Podcast , Matt McCoy sits down with Stephen Segal , Chief Executive Officer of Iris Construction Management Inc., to discuss the biggest leadership lesson from his career. After scaling a business from $10 million to $100 million in just 20 months , Stephen faced a major liquidity crisis that tested every relationship around him. He shares why adversity - not success - is the true measure of character, and how the people who stand by you during difficult times reveal more than those who celebrate your wins.

July 14, 20261 min

Jon Cheney - CEO & Chief AI Officer, General Artificial Intelligence Proficiency Institute (GenAIPI)

Send us Fan Mail Most companies don't have an AI problem. They have an implementation problem. In this episode of The 60 Second Podcast , Matt McCoy sits down with Jon Cheney, CEO and Chief AI Officer at GenAIPI, to discuss why AI workshops and training sessions often fail to create lasting change inside organizations. Jon explains why simply telling employees to "use AI" isn't enough, why leadership teams struggle to prioritize implementation, and why businesses increasingly need a dedicated owner responsible for driving AI adoption across the organization. If your company has invested in AI but hasn't seen meaningful results yet, this conversation explains exactly why.

July 14, 20261 min

Cary Prejean - Founder & Business Advisor, Strategic Business Advisors

Send us Fan Mail What happens when business owners stop being the bottleneck in their own company? In this episode of The 60 Second Podcast , Matt McCoy sits down with Cary Prejean , Founder of Strategic Business Advisors, to discuss how systems, dashboards, and operational clarity can completely transform a business. Cary shares the story of an e-commerce company that grew from $5.8M to $21M in revenue after the founders stopped spending their time fighting fires and started building processes that could scale without them. The lesson? Growth doesn't come from working harder. It comes from creating a business that can run without you.

June 16, 20261 min

Tina Schust Robinson – Founder & CEO, WorkJoy

Send us Fan Mail Many organizations invest heavily in leadership development, yet still struggle to see meaningful results. In this episode of The 60 Second Podcast , Matt McCoy sits down with Tina Schust Robinson, Founder & CEO of WorkJoy and author of Developing Your Business Leaders: A Guide to Investing at All Levels , to discuss why most leadership programs fail to deliver impact. Tina explains why leadership development should be treated as a business investment rather than an HR initiative, how organizations can align leadership development with strategy, and what separates meaningful leadership growth from corporate theatre. If you're a founder, executive, HR leader, or manager looking to build stronger leaders and better business outcomes, this episode is packed with practical insights.

June 9, 20261 min

Jamie Maltabes - Founder & CEO, Infinite Medical Group

Send us Fan Mail How do you build trust in an industry filled with hype? In this episode of The 60 Second Podcast, Matt McCoy sits down with Jamie Maltabes, Founder & CEO of Infinite Medical Group, to discuss how regenerative medicine clinics can earn patient trust through education, protocols, and personalized care. Jamie explains why stem cell treatments shouldn't be viewed as a one-time solution and shares a real patient story that highlights the importance of reducing inflammation before beginning regenerative therapies. He breaks down how a protocol-based approach can improve outcomes and why focusing on the whole body often leads to better results than treating symptoms alone. If you're curious about regenerative medicine, longevity treatments, stem cells, or the future of patient-centered healthcare, this episode offers a practical perspective from someone building one of the fastest-growing clinics in the space.

June 4, 20262 min

Michael J. Frank - Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Gildre

Send us Fan Mail What separates successful founders from those who struggle alone? In this episode of The 60 Second Podcast , Matt McCoy sits down with Michael J. Frank, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Gildre, a global community of founders, operators, investors, and executives spanning more than 20 countries. Michael explains why community has become one of the biggest competitive advantages in entrepreneurship. From mentorship and feedback to accountability and mental support, he shares why building a company is too difficult to do in isolation and how surrounding yourself with the right people can help you avoid costly mistakes and accelerate growth. If you're building a business, considering a startup, or looking to level up your network, this conversation is a reminder that your greatest advantage may not be what you know, but who you're learning from.

June 2, 20260 min

James McPartland - Executive Coach, Author & Keynote Speaker

Send us Fan Mail What is the biggest leadership blind spot costing organizations time, money, and momentum? In this episode of The 60 Second Podcast, Matt McCoy sits down with executive coach, author, and keynote speaker James "Mac" McPartland to discuss a challenge that affects nearly every leader: the assumption that communication has actually occurred. Mac explains why acknowledgement is not the same as understanding, how miscommunication creates repeated meetings and missed deadlines, and why leaders must take greater responsibility for ensuring their message is truly understood. If you've ever wondered why projects stall despite constant communication, this episode offers a simple but powerful leadership lesson.

May 29, 20261 min

Cory Turner – President, Spicers Canada

Send us Fan Mail For more than 100 years, Spicers Canada has been known as a paper company. But under Cory Turner’s leadership, the organization has transformed into a national distribution leader serving customers across paper, packaging, and graphic solutions. In this episode of The 60 Second Podcast, Cory shares the thinking behind that evolution, how changing the company's identity unlocked new growth opportunities, and why strategic acquisitions played a critical role in expanding Spicers' capabilities. He also explains how balancing investment across multiple business segments has helped position Spicers to achieve its vision of becoming relevant to every Canadian business. A short but insightful look at leadership, transformation, and staying ahead of changing markets.