Patty McCord

Former Netflix Chief Talent Officer and bold HR visionary

'The Human Culture: Performance, Candor and Respect'

Patty McCord is the legendary former Chief Talent Officer of Netflix and architect of the Netflix Culture Deck, hailed as one of the most important contributions to modern business. She is the author of Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility, where she shares radical ideas on creating high-performing, human-centered workplaces.

Known for her directness, humor, and fearless approach, Patty champions cultures built on trust, candor, and accountability—principles that have helped some of the world’s most successful companies scale and thrive.
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01. ARCHITECT OF NETFLIX CULTURE
 

As the co-creator of the famous Netflix Culture Deck, Patty helped design a workplace model that is studied and admired around the world. Her approach to culture emphasized freedom, accountability, and high performance as the true drivers of success.

02. THOUGHT LEADER IN HUMAN-CENTERED HR

Patty has consistently challenged traditional HR methods, advocating instead for transparency and responsibility. She believes that cultures rooted in candor unlock innovation and trust at scale.
03. PRACTICAL & BOLD VOICE
 

Her direct and often humorous style cuts through corporate jargon to reveal what really makes companies work. She continues to inspire leaders to build cultures that are honest, resilient, and deeply human.

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What to learn from Patty McCord

'The Human Culture: Performance, Candor and Respect'


  • How to design a company culture that fosters performance and trust at every level.
  • Why candor and transparency are the keys to driving innovation and collaboration.
  • Gain tools to create workplaces where people feel empowered, respected, and motivated to thrive.