Creating Authentic Company Cultures: Insights from Donovan Mattole

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Donovan, who shares his non-linear career journey from studying Middle Eastern studies in Jerusalem to leading HR roles in various global companies.

Donovan highlights the importance of aligning company culture with core values and offers strategies to ensure these values are lived and maintained within organizations. He discusses recruiting and retaining Gen Z employees, the integration of multigenerational workforces, and the significance of personal values in effective leadership.

Donovan concludes with advice on identifying and understanding personal values to better manage conflicts and align with company goals.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:49 Donovan's Career Journey

01:43 Foundations of Positive Company Culture

02:55 Living and Maintaining Core Values

04:58 Engaging and Retaining Gen Z Workforce

06:55 Balancing Generational Differences

07:59 Parting Advice on Personal Values

09:33 Conclusion and Farewell

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