In this episode of Hire Learning, host Oz Rashid sits down with Skyler Mattson, CEO of Wongdoody, to discuss her incredible 20+ year journey from assistant account executive to global CEO. 

Skyler shares how Wongdoody transformed from a traditional ad agency into a cutting-edge digital experience company, and what it took to successfully integrate with tech giant Infosys.

🔍 Key Takeaways:

⏲️ [00:02:10] - The surprising origin story behind the name “Wongdoody” and how it breaks the ice

⏲️ [00:05:45] - Why Wongdoody’s acquisition by Infosys was a game-changing move

⏲️ [00:11:30] - Skyler’s mindset-first hiring philosophy — and why it’s better than hiring for skill alone

⏲️ [00:18:20] - How embracing change and the value of “being like water” has driven growth

⏲️ [00:24:00] - Why AI is revolutionizing content creation and the customer experience

⏲️ [00:31:45] - The role of empathy, storytelling, and mindset in building a winning team

Skyler also opens up about her leadership journey, the power of resilience, and the advice she’d give her 22-year-old self. Plus, she reveals the fascinating role of AI-generated humans in advertising and how Wongdoody is using cutting-edge tech to create hyper-personalized brand experiences.

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