Welcome to Working Theories
Thank you for being here!
Science says I have 3 seconds before I lose you, so let’s keep moving. . .
Every week now and then I share an idea or story that will help you accelerate your career, grow your business, influence others, or be a more effective operator.
Who writes this?
I’m Matt Tanner. I’m a founder, writer, father, husband, and builder.
Some (only moderately embellished) professional highlights:
Built Mailchimp’s first manager training program
Helped King of Pops grow from 2 employees to 200
Co-founded Same Page HR
Advised CEOs and founders of companies like RoadSync, Layr, and Fullstory
Who is this for?
They say you have to “have a niche”, but I write for anyone that wants to find meaning in their work and life. So yeah, I think that’s most of us?
It’s especially for you if:
You’re intellectually curious. You prefer thought-provoking insights to superficial LinkedIn takes.
You’re a builder. You’re running a business—or you treat your career/life like one.
You’re action-oriented. You want practical frameworks you can apply immediately.
You value nuance and (attempts at) humor. You want to explore multiple sides of an issue; you appreciate comedy when it makes a complex topic more engaging.
