Family-Friendly Leadership Essentials for New Managers: A Conversation with Matt Gjertsen

NextGen Work Culture: HR, Management, Inclusive Parent-Friendly Work Environment, Employee Recruitment and Retention, Talent Development

In this episode of the NextGen Work Culture podcast, host Kortney Ross sits down with Matt Gjertsen, founder of Better Everyday Studios, to delve into the intricacies of leadership in the modern workplace. Matt shares insights from his rich background as a former US Air Force instructor pilot and leader of the training development team at SpaceX. They discuss the essential shift new managers must make from individual contributors to effective team leaders, the importance of understanding employees on a personal level, and the evolving needs of a family-friendly work culture. Tune in to learn how you can build trust, foster psychological safety, and support working parents in a post-COVID world. Whether you're a new manager, an experienced leader, or anyone looking to improve workplace dynamics, this episode offers valuable perspectives and practical advice.

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Matt Gjertsen is the founder of Better Every Day Studios and is on a mission to help companies develop managers to lead high performing teams. He began his career as an Air Force Instructor Pilot and then became the Manager of Training and Development for SpaceX. After SpaceX, Matt joined a global technology start-up and then founded Better Every Day Studios to help close the new leader skill gap at aerospace and technology companies.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewgjertsen/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6sHpKEkdnD0-VKOIBAxcMA

https://www.bettereverydaystudios.com/

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