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🚀 Episode: Matt Gjertsen – From the Flightline to SpaceX to StartupsMatt Gjertsen has lived a life that blends military discipline, startup hustle, and a love for space. From early dreams of going to Mars, to serving as an Air Force instructor pilot, to shaping HR and training during SpaceX’s Crew Dragon era — his path has been anything but ordinary.Now, through his own leadership courses and podcast, Matt explores what makes great teams tick — from the grind of late nights at startups to mission-focused endeavors. In this conversation, he shares how his military background gave him unique insights into building high-performing teams, why space still pulls at his heart, and how we can intrigue the world beyond the space bubble.🌌 Expect talk of leadership, resilience, space stations, and the culture that pushes humanity further.🎧 Tune in if you want to know what it takes to lead where it matters most — whether in the cockpit, the boardroom, or orbit.Matt's Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewgjertsenhttps://bettereverydaystudios.com/Host / Producer of Leadership Launchpad Podcasthttps://leadershiplaunchpad.captivate.fm/listen
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