Lead with Hospitality
Read an excerpt from Lead with Hospitality by Taylor Scott.
Lead with HospitalityA Super Power for Challenging Times
- May 16, 2025
- CareerCast
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In challenging times, a "super power" can make all the difference. Join CareerCast host Anita Brick as she welcomes Taylor Scott, a leadership expert, to explore the power of appreciation. Discover how gratitude and growth can be your keys to unlocking new levels of success and resilience in your career. Tune in to learn actionable strategies for cultivating both personal and professional development, transforming obstacles into unlikely opportunities for positive growth, and thriving in today's world that requires strong stamina, a deep sense of your value, and an ability to contribute to others. Whether you're navigating a career transition or seeking to elevate your leadership skills, this episode offers invaluable insights for professionals at all levels.
Taylor Scott is a leadership development consultant with over two decades of executive experience in the hospitality and entertainment sectors. His leadership philosophy and programs are shaped by a distinguished career with globally recognized brands, including Disney Parks and Resorts, Gaylord Hotels and Resorts, Wynn Resorts, and The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.
Taylor is the founder of Lead With Hospitality, LLC, where he partners with Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations cross-regionally. His approach emphasizes transforming traditional management roles into opportunities for meaningful impact, focusing on emotional connection, self-mastery, service, and inspiration.
He is the author of Lead with Hospitality, Give Hospitality, and Ballgames to Boardrooms, each offering actionable insights for leaders aiming to drive engagement, retention, and performance through a human-centered leadership model. Taylor holds a BS in Business Administration from Florida Southern College and a Master’s in Management of Hospitality from Cornell University.
Based in Henderson, Nevada, Taylor is recognized for his dynamic storytelling, practical frameworks, and ability to energize executive audiences. Outside of his professional pursuits, he and his wife Jenna enjoy fitness, travel, and exploring the hospitality industry’s best venues.
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