Perception Is Nine Tenths Of The Law with Dr. Shanda Gore, founder and President of Mays and Associates, Ltd.

"Perception Is Nine Tenths Of The Law" Join me and my guest Dr. Shanda Gore, founder and President of Mays and Associates, Ltd. (www.maysassociatesltd.com), a full-service global leadership development, strategic planning and culture building consulting firm. Dr. Gore leads the MAYS team of experts who work with organizations from city and county municipalities, private small to large business corporations, large athletic organizations. She is the author of the new book, The PinLeader Path: Identify, Engage, and Develop Effective Human and AI Leadership for Your Organizational Culture and has been interviewed by the Big10 Network for her work with the college football officials in the Big10, MAC, Missouri Valley, and Pioneer conferences. SHOW NOTES SPONSORED BY: Power of You! Find out more at https://leader.blainebartlett.com/power-of-you Summary In this conversation, Dr. Shanda Gore and Blaine explore the intricate relationship between leadership, organizational culture, and the essence of business. They discuss the importance of understanding the 'soul' of a business, which is rooted in its founding principles and mission. Dr. Gore introduces her concept of the 'Pin Leader Path,' emphasizing the need for leaders to connect with their teams and foster a culture of trust and effective communication. The discussion also touches on the challenges of motivation versus inspiration in leadership, the significance of trust within teams, and the value of case studies in understanding effective leadership practices. Takeaways The soul of a business is its founding principles. Effective leaders must connect with their teams. Trust is essential for team dynamics. Motivation should be balanced with inspiration. Perception can shape leadership effectiveness. Active listening is a critical leadership skill. Organizations must adapt to cultural needs. Exit interviews can inform retention strategies. The Pin Leader Path offers a framework for leadership development. Emotional intelligence is key to effective leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices