Matt Stone

Matt Stone is the President and CEO of BehavioralOS®, a leadership transformation consultancy based in New York City.1 He specializes in helping leaders build trust and improve performance within their organizations.

Professional Background

Matt Stone has a diverse professional background that has shaped his approach to leadership and organizational development:

• Sales Experience: As a young salesperson, he learned the importance of building trust through open dialogue.1
• Legal Career: He worked as a divorce attorney, witnessing firsthand the costs of low trust in relationships.1
• Entrepreneurship: His experiences as an entrepreneur taught him the importance of strong relational infrastructure in organizations.1

BehavioralOS® Approach

At BehavioralOS®, Matt Stone utilizes a proprietary system developed by Dr. Irv Rubin, an MIT organizational psychologist.2 This method involves:

• A model of 48 observable, actionable behaviors
• Focus on two energies: push and pull, each with four behavioral styles
• Emphasis on improving self-awareness, emotional intelligence, relationships, and performance

The company's approach aims to create a common language for communication across different personality types and cultures, leading to improved organizational performance and innovation.2

Education

Matt Stone's educational background includes:

• JD: University of Hawai'i at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law (2003-2006)
• BA in History: University of Oregon, Robert D. Clark Honors College (1993-1997)
• High School: South Salem High School, Salem, OR (1989-1993)1

Philosophy

Matt Stone believes that trust is the fundamental differentiator in leadership team experiences and change management. He emphasizes that the strongest trust bonds are often forged through conflict and friction rather than harmony.1 His approach focuses on creating fear-free workplaces and improving communication to drive organizational success.34