Scott Mautz, Author at Scott Mautz

Issue #72: On “Quiet Quitting”

September 14, 2022 Leave a Comment

This week, we break from the normal format (sort of) to encourage discussion. I’ll pose a question I’d love to hear your opinion on, after giving you an Insight, Imperfection, and … [Read more...]

Issue #71: On the 10 Rules of Good TED Talks, Digital Distractions, and More

September 7, 2022 Leave a Comment

INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Ever wanted to give a TED talk? Well, now you can at least present like a good TED talker by following the 10 rules that TED … [Read more...]

Issue #70: On Balancing the 5 Balls of Life, Leading at Your Level, and More

August 31, 2022 Leave a Comment

INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Here’s a simple, but powerful, metaphor, to help you maintain proper balance in your life. It comes from former Coca-Cola CEO … [Read more...]

Issue #69: On Psychological Safety, Being Wary of Busywork, and More

August 24, 2022 Leave a Comment

INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Google conducted a 5-year study to determine what makes for the most effective teams. The number one factor was the … [Read more...]

Issue #68: On Increasing Adaptability, the Key to Leadership, and More

August 17, 2022 Leave a Comment

INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) One of the most in-demand skills today is adaptability (not surprising given what we’ve all been through the last several … [Read more...]

Issue #67: On 3 Powerful Productivity Tips

August 10, 2022 Leave a Comment

INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) This week’s issue is all about productivity. Let’s start with this insight. If you want to work smarter, sync with your … [Read more...]

Issue #66: On a Proverb for Improvement, the Secret Weapon for Bonding, and More

August 3, 2022 Leave a Comment

INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) “The shortest distance between two people is laughter.” - Victor Borge It’s one of my favorite quotes - because it’s … [Read more...]

Issue #65: On the 4 Lenses of Resilience, How Resentment Limits Your Success, and More

July 27, 2022 Leave a Comment

INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) One of my swim lanes of expertise is how to flourish (versus flounder) in the face of change. I recently came across an … [Read more...]

Issue #64: On How You’re More Financially Successful Than You Think, Emotional Hygiene, and More

July 20, 2022 Leave a Comment

INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Given sky-high inflation and how painful it feels, it’s a good time for some positive-minded reframing. Here … [Read more...]

Issue #63: On How the Zeigarnik Effect Helps You Reach Your Dreams, Making Great First Impressions, and More

June 29, 2022 Leave a Comment

INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) One day or day one. You decide. It’s estimated that at any given point in time, nearly two-thirds of us are putting off … [Read more...]