Ep. 40: Bend, don't break the rhythm, with Matt West

S4E40 - Ep. 40: Bend, don't break the rhythm, with Matt West

Published: April 27, 2026

Duration: 40:42

"The goal isn't to avoid change. It's to bend without losing yourself."

In this episode of The Leadership Dance, Matt West, executive coach, facilitator, speaker, and author of Bend, Don't Break, shares how his years as a professional jazz musician shaped the way he thinks about leadership, change, and human connection. From touring the world as a trombonist to coaching leaders at some of the world's most recognized organizations, Matt reflects on the lessons that came from rewriting his own story and learning how to stay grounded in times of uncertainty. 

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