In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli welcomes Scott Mautz, a renowned leadership expert and the author of The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors. Scott brings decades of experience from the corporate world, including a distinguished career at Procter & Gamble, to share profound insights on what it takes to build mental strength and lead effectively, especially in challenging times. 

Scott's journey began in central New York, where early physical challenges instilled in him a deep sense of resilience and fortitude. These personal experiences laid the foundation for his exploration into mental strength, a quality he has seen that differentiates successful leaders from those who falter. In his book and during the conversation, Scott emphasizes the critical nature of regulating one's internal state to achieve external success, a lesson drawn from both his research and his own life.

Throughout the episode, Scott discusses the six mental muscles essential for mental strength: confidence, fortitude, boldness, decision-making, goal focus, and messaging. He shares actionable strategies for developing these muscles and highlights the importance of genuine inner confidence over the mere appearance of strength. His approach is both practical and deeply rooted in real-world applications, making it particularly relevant for today's high-pressure leadership environments.

Actionable Takeaways:

• You'll learn how Scott Mautz's early life challenges shaped his understanding of resilience and mental strength.
• Hear how mental strength is defined as the ability to regulate your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors productively, even in adversity.
• Discover why many leaders feel pressured to appear strong and how this facade can erode genuine confidence.
• Learn the six mental muscles essential for developing true mental strength and practical ways to build them.
• Find out how to own your accomplishments and overcome imposter syndrome with specific, actionable steps.
• Hear Scott's unique lenses of resilience that help leaders transform setbacks into growth opportunities.
• Explore the balance between healthy doubt and overconfidence in leadership decision-making.
• Understand the importance of seeking feedback to gain a true perspective on your mental strength and leadership effectiveness.
• Learn about the customized mental strength training program Scott proposes, tailored to individual needs and goals.

Connect with Scott Mautz

Scott Mautz Website 

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The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors 

Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:

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