Episode 026: The Mentally Strong Leader with Scott Mautz

The People Dividend Podcast

“Mental strength is the leadership superpower of our time,” says Scott Mautz, a distinguished author, keynote speaker, former Procter & Gamble senior executive, and founder and CEO of Profound Performance. This week, he joins Mike Horne to delve into the essence of leadership and mental strength, offering timely and transformative insights from his latest book, “The Mentally Strong Leader.”

Highlighting six core mental muscles—fortitude, confidence, boldness, decision-making, goal focus, and messaging—Scott reveals the critical components for effective leadership. His journey from managing multi-billion dollar brands at Procter & Gamble to becoming a thought leader in human capital offers a rich perspective on what distinguishes great leaders. Extensive research involving over 3,000 executives underscores the importance of these mental muscles.

Mental strength, Scott argues, transcends emotional intelligence by encompassing a broader range of skills vital for leadership. He also touches on creating meaning in work, a central theme in his earlier book, “Make It Matter.”

In a world where business challenges are constant and complex, understanding and building mental strength can make all the difference. Scott’s insights provide practical strategies and a fresh perspective on what it takes to lead effectively and thrive personally. This episode is an invaluable resource for those looking to navigate and excel in the ever-evolving landscape of leadership.

Quotes

• “My first book is called ‘Make It Matter.’ It was about the importance of creating meaning in your work and at your job, and how to go about doing that. I believe that meaning is one of the great motivators of our time. Understanding how to create meaning, a sense of purpose, and a desire for employees to leave a legacy behind was something I was very interested in. That book led me straight into the early work I started doing on mental strength and understanding how mental strength intersects with great leadership, especially in times of adversity.” (04:55 | Scott Mautz)

• “Leadership often means it’s no longer about you. It’s about looking at things through the lens of your employees and those around you, helping them to deliver on their goals and the company’s goals by helping them to learn and grow, and helping them to find meaning in their own work. That requires mental strength.” (08:06 | Scott Mautz)

• “Mental toughness is a part of mental strength. And now, to get into the next level down definition, mental strength really equates to you exercising and developing six core mental muscles. Those mental muscles are fortitude, confidence, boldness, decision-making, goal focus (your ability to stay focused on the goals and keep your organization focused on those goals), and messaging (your ability to stay positive-minded and engaged, even in the face of negativity, so you’re sending a positive message to the troops).” (13:01 | Scott Mautz)

Links

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Learn more about Scott Mautz:

https://scottmautz.com/mentallystrong/

https://scottmautz.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmautz/

https://www.facebook.com/ScottMautzPP

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