Building Winning Teams: Lessons from Jon Gasser
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jon Gasser, Partner at CMTA.
We talked about his journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming a leader at CMTA, his passion for energy solutions, and how his parents’ work ethic shaped his approach to business. Jon shared insights on CMTA’s growth, their unique approach to performance contracting, and lessons learned from hiring over 100 people in recent years.
If you’re interested in how culture and entrepreneurial spirit drive success—or want tips on building winning teams—this one’s for you.
Hiring for Intangibles: The Secret to Building a Great Team
In this clip, we talk about what really makes a great hire—and it’s not just what’s on a resume. We dive into the intangibles, the things you can’t teach—like attitude, effort, and work ethic. Confidence with humility, and that entrepreneurial spirit, are game-changers when building a strong team. But identifying those traits takes more than just reading a resume—it requires real conversations, asking the right questions, and making sure both sides are the right fit. Because if it’s not a slam dunk for both the team and the candidate, it’s probably not going to work out.
