Patty McCord

Patty McCord, former chief talent officer at Netflix, co-authored the influential Netflix Culture Deck, which revolutionized workplace culture in Silicon Valley. In this conversation, she discusses the deck's evolution, the challenges of scaling a fast-growing company, and the role of effective feedback in high-performance teams. Patty also highlights the importance of adapting HR practices post-pandemic and bridging generational gaps in the modern workplace, sharing insights on leadership, communication, and fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.

Former Chief Talent Officer of Netflix, Patty McCord, joins the hosts to discuss innovating from the HR role, building high-performance teams, and the power of honesty and feedback. They also explore the value of gaining new experiences, the role of management in building great teams, and the power HR professionals hold over engineers. Additionally, they address concerns about salary equality and reflect on the impact of the pandemic on work relationships.

Former Chief Talent Officer at Netflix, Patty McCord, shares insights on building high-performance teams and company culture. Topics include hiring A-players, team dynamics, scaling issues in startups, letting go of employees, and the importance of behaviors over values in creating a strong culture.

Patty McCord, author and former Chief Talent Officer at Netflix, and Jessica Neal, former Chief HR Officer and Venture Partner at TCV, dive deep into the evolution of Netflix's groundbreaking culture deck. They discuss its deliberate 'brutal' design, unique compensation strategies, and share what every founder can learn about culture-building. Their insights include navigating the complexities of employee terminations, the importance of effective DEI practices, and how true workplace fulfillment stems from meaningful work, not just perks.

Patty McCord, ex-Chief Talent Officer at Netflix, discusses building Netflix's defining culture, forming high-performance teams, rethinking retention, and the importance of leadership and compassion in the workplace.