November 12, 2024

Episode 115: Building High-Performing Teams Through Intentional Leadership with Scott Gottesman

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane chats with Scott Gottesman, a strategic, results-driven HR leader with a rich history in biotech. Scott shares about his early days in the music industry and how his entrepreneurial spirit eventually led him into the world of HR. He then discusses the importance of leaders seeing value in someone and recruiting them. Scott shares his experience and strategies for managing a global HR team across 25 countries, including the foundational communication skills required to keep the team running smoothly, despite geographical and cultural differences. Finally, Scott shares about the importance of being intentional with 1:1 meetings for building high performing teams. Tune in for a great conversation on being more intentional as a leader!

Building High-Performing Teams Through Intentional Leadership with Scott Gottesman

Guest Bio

Scott Gottesman is a results-oriented HR leader with 20+ years of experience in over 25 countries, including living internationally, in the bio/pharma industry. Scott has a deep understanding of the complexities of human capital management and a proven track record in driving organizational growth and success. He is skilled at building high-performing teams, fostering inclusive cultures, and navigating complex business challenges. Most recently, as Vice President, Head of Human Resources at AVROBIO, Scott played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s culture and talent strategy, leading to significant improvements in employee engagement, retention, and overall productivity. Prior to AVROBIO, he spent over 8 years at Biogen and held various leadership roles of increasing responsibility. Prior to Biogen, Scott spent 6 years at Winter Wyman & Company, an award-winning, 40+ year old recruiting agency.   Scott’s earlier career consisted of him founding and running his own vinyl record import business for over 8 years, including a retail store on Newbury Street in Boston, MA.

Key Takeaways

00:00 Introduction to the Future of Teamwork Podcast
01:47 Meet Scott Gottesman: HR Leader and Celtics Fan
02:29 Scott’s Journey from Music to HR
08:49 Building a Global HR Career
13:26 Effective Leadership in Biotech
21:58 Challenges and Strategies for HR Leaders
28:01 The Importance of Understanding the ‘How’ in Work
28:57 Adapting Workforce Models for Business Growth
32:02 Strategic Talent Advisory in HR
34:41 Building High-Performing Cross-Functional Teams
36:46 Effective Communication in Remote Teams
46:03 The Significance of One-on-One Meetings
48:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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