Building a People-First Culture with Matt Tait
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Can remote companies really build strong cultures?Rosie sits down with Matt Tait, CEO and Co-Founder of Decimal, to uncover the messy middle of building a people-first, values-driven company. Matt Tait has spent his career as an entrepreneur, having previously launched two technology companies. Matt shares the lessons learned from his past failures, how Decimal grew from a team of two to over 80 employees in five countries, and the intentional strategies he’s implemented to foster a thriving remote culture.
Whether you're navigating leadership challenges or scaling your company, this conversation is packed with takeaways on how to show up authentically, embrace failure, and lead with empathy.
Guest Info
Matt Tait, CEO and Co-Founder of Decimal
Matt Tait has spent his career as an entrepreneur, having previously launched two technology companies. He's always focused on helping businesses, making it easier for them to operate while creating great customer experiences. Continuing a people-first theme driven by technology, Matt launched Decimal with his Co-Founder Jacob Cloran to solve financial operations, bookkeeping, and tax for small and medium-sized businesses.
Learn more about his company, Decimal.
Key Takeaways:
- Intentional Culture: Building a strong, people-first culture requires constant repetition of core values and embedding them into everyday practices.
- Leadership Transparency: Sharing personal failures and challenges fosters an open environment where employees feel comfortable being authentic.
- Operationalizing Values: It’s not enough to define company values—operationalize them through behaviors, recognition, and regular communication.
- Hiring for Strength: Surround yourself with people who excel in areas where you don’t and are aligned with the company’s mission.
- Remote Work Success: Remote companies can have strong cultures by being intentional about connection, recognition, and empathy.