The Power of Caring Leadership with Traycee Mayer

Leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about showing up with empathy, kindness, and genuine care for people.

In this episode, I sit down with Traycee Mayer, author of The Leadership Contradiction, to discuss her refreshing take on modern leadership. Traycee shares how her experience in the hospitality industry shaped her belief that caring for employees directly translates to better business outcomes. She emphasizes the importance of self-care for leaders, the power of connection, and how true leadership begins with being present and intentional.

Traycee also dives into the challenges of post-pandemic leadership, the value of in-person interactions, and how leaders can bridge the gap between professional results and emotional intelligence. Her message is clear: when leaders lead with love, trust, and compassion, everyone wins.

Highlights:

• Discover how empathy and kindness aren’t just “soft skills”—they’re essential tools for strong leadership.
• Learn why taking care of yourself is one of the most important steps to becoming an effective leader.
• Explore the value of creating genuine connections with your team to build trust and long-term loyalty.
• Understand how in-person interactions can strengthen team dynamics in ways virtual meetings can’t.
• Gain insights into how intentional leadership practices create sustainable success for both teams and businesses.

Connect with Traycee:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trayceemayer/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theleaderpaths/

Book: The Leadership Contradiction - https://a.co/d/8OoM07a

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