Behind the Screens – Presented by the ClearIT® Partner Program

Matson & Isom Technology Consulting
  • 5.0 (4)
  • BUSINESS

Ever wonder what really drives business success behind the scenes? Behind the Screens explores the systems, tools, and leadership decisions that help growing organizations run smarter, not harder. Hosted by Tyler Smith and Chris Harp of Matson & Isom Technology Consulting, each episode breaks down real-world tech strategies, business operations, and modern tools like AI, with insights leaders can actually use. No jargon. No hype. Just honest conversations about what works, and what doesn’t. Learn more at clearit.partners/Podcast

Episodes

  1. 12/11/2025

    Hope Is Not a Strategy: What Leaders Get Wrong About Cybersecurity

    Most leaders assume cybersecurity is being “handled.” But in today’s threat landscape, assumptions create risk.  In this conversation, CEO Tyler Smith and COO Chris Harp dig into the mindset shift every organization needs to make: moving from reactive, tool-focused thinking to a proactive culture where people understand the role they play in keeping the business safe.  They share the pitfalls of relying on “no news is good news,” why small businesses are the most common target, and how simple, consistent training dramatically reduces risk. Tyler explains how to build “cyber clarity” at the business level (without getting lost in technical jargon) and outlines a practical annual, quarterly, and monthly rhythm leadership teams can use to stay accountable without micromanaging.

    48 min

  2. 09/30/2025

    A Leaders Guide to AI: Better Meetings, Real Results

    Most leaders don’t need another meeting, they need more value from the ones already on their calendar. One of the simplest ways AI can help right now? Let it take the notes. In this episode of Behind the Screens, Tyler Smith and Chris Harp dig into why AI-powered meeting tools might be the most practical, yet underrated application for busy business leaders today. They share what works, what to watch out for, and how to use these tools to capture action items, cut down on admin work, and keep your team aligned. If you’ve been wondering where AI fits into your day-to-day, this could be the best place to start.

    48 min

  3. 08/26/2025

    How Do You Lead When Everything Is Changing? ft Butte Humane Society

    In the last few years, business leaders have faced more change than ever: shifting teams, new technologies, evolving customer expectations, and economic uncertainty. And there’s no sign it’s slowing down. In this episode of Behind the Screens, Tyler Smith and Chris Harp sit down with local leader Emily Acevedo, Executive Director of Butte Humane Society to explore a timely question:   How do you lead when everything is changing?  It’s a candid conversation about clarity, resilience, and what it means to make thoughtful decisions when the pace of change feels relentless. This isn’t a story about technology, it’s a story about building systems, mindsets, and partnerships that help leaders stay grounded when the ground keeps shifting.

    48 min
  4. From Guesswork to Game Plan: Why the Right Technology Plan Changes Everything

    07/16/2025

    From Guesswork to Game Plan: Why the Right Technology Plan Changes Everything

    Technology decisions without a plan feel like guesswork. And when your team is always guessing, momentum stalls, frustration builds, and opportunities slip away.  In this debut episode of Behind the Screens, Tyler Smith and Chris Harp make the case for a better approach: start with a plan. They share how thoughtful technology strategy—done right—gives leaders the clarity to move with confidence, support their teams, and grow without chaos. Along the way, they explore how AI fits into that picture—especially when used to empower people, not replace them. Watch on YouTube: https://clearit.partners/watchs1ep1

    34 min
  • 4 Episodes

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Ever wonder what really drives business success behind the scenes? Behind the Screens explores the systems, tools, and leadership decisions that help growing organizations run smarter, not harder. Hosted by Tyler Smith and Chris Harp of Matson & Isom Technology Consulting, each episode breaks down real-world tech strategies, business operations, and modern tools like AI, with insights leaders can actually use. No jargon. No hype. Just honest conversations about what works, and what doesn’t. Learn more at clearit.partners/Podcast

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