Mental Strength Is the New Leadership Superpower – Scott Mautz

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What separates good leaders from great ones? Mental strength. In this episode of Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder , we're unpacking the psychology of leadership with Scott Mautz—CEO of Profound Performance and author of The Mentally Strong Leader . Scott brings deep insight from his executive tenure at Procter & Gamble and shares how the same mindset tools he used to lead at the highest level can be developed by anyone. You’ll learn: Why mental strength—not just technical skills—is what drives results The six "mental muscles" that define today’s most effective leaders: Confidence, Boldness, Fortitude, Decision-Making, Goal Focus, and Messaging How to assess your own mental fitness and build the capacity to thrive under pressure This isn't soft skills fluff—it's a hard-edged look at how mental resilience fuels performance, productivity, and purpose. Whether you're leading a team, a company, or just trying to lead yourself more effectively, this conversation delivers actionable strategies that can shift your trajectory.