Mike Tria

Mike Tria, the CTO of Gusto, shares his unique approach to leadership rooted in improv and comedy. He emphasizes the powerful role of humor in fostering psychological safety and open communication within teams. Mike explains how principles like 'yes and' enhance collaboration and emotional intelligence. He also discusses the transformative impact of AI on engineering productivity and the importance of company culture, advocating for storytelling as a means to convey values and strengthen workplace relationships.