Mays Leadership

Mays Leadership Conscious Leadership, Team Performance, Business Growth. Helping fearless leaders live life on their own terms. Team Transformation: Our intensive S.T.A.R.

Dynamic – Inspired - Visionary

At Mays Leadership, our transformative approach turns busy leaders into inspired executives. With growth processes that create sustained change from the inside out, we help leaders, teams, and organizations set the standard for healthy culture and performance. Our cornerstone is Dr. Mays's unparalleled expertise in self-awareness. His profound understanding of how t

he mind works, in conjunction with decades of research and experience in leadership development, team dynamics, business growth, and neuroscience make him a true pioneer. He doesn't just teach leadership—he empowers it from the inside out. Dr. Mays understands that true leadership is rooted in self-knowledge. He has guided leaders at every level, from Fortune 100 executives to new start-up founders, to gain a foundation of awareness that allows them to manage their thought patterns and emotional triggers. Upon this internal bedrock they become conscious, intentional leaders who build successful organizations with engaged teams, clear goals, and real profits. Our Services

We don't just offer coaching—we partner with you to solve your most complex leadership and business challenges. We are committed to helping you and your business thrive. Our services are built around a clear vision for growth and impact, and our programs are engineered to deliver concrete outcomes. Executive Coaching: We work one-on-one with leaders to unlock their full potential, helping them cultivate self-mastery, lead with purpose, and drive unprecedented results. We'll help you shed the habits of a busy leader and embrace the mindset of an inspired executive. Team Transformation Process helps leadership teams achieve peak performance. We focus on building unbreakable trust, flawless ex*****on, and total alignment to create a unified and communicative team. Speaking & Workshops: Dr. Mays is an award-winning speaker and author who shares insights on intentional leadership, high-performance thinking, and creating engaged company cultures. These engaging and thought-provoking sessions are perfect for inspiring your group to action. Beyond the Basics

Dr. Kevin Mays is an author and award-winning speaker who brings decades of hands-on experience and a deep understanding of leadership dynamics to every engagement. He is committed to ensuring businesses not only survive but truly thrive, leaving a legacy of profound impact. Kevin is an energetic and dynamic presence, with a dedication to helping others succeed, building a genuine partnership rooted in trust and integrity. Kevin is an energetic and dynamic presence who is on a mission to help others succeed. He builds genuine partnerships based on trust and integrity.

"Busy" and "inspired" are not the same thing.Most executives aren't lacking skill — they're lacking clarity. Our 1-on-1 ...
08/28/2026

"Busy" and "inspired" are not the same thing.

Most executives aren't lacking skill — they're lacking clarity. Our 1-on-1 and group executive coaching helps leaders shift from reactive and busy to intentional and inspired, using self-awareness and emotional intelligence as the foundation for better decisions.

If you're leading a team but feel like you're just keeping up, this is where it starts.

Transforming a Family Business from the Inside Out | Leadership Upgrade PodcastWhat happens when an outsider steps in to...
08/28/2026

Transforming a Family Business from the Inside Out | Leadership Upgrade Podcast

What happens when an outsider steps in to lead a 60-year-old family business? Dr. Kevin Mays sits down with Tony Cook, President & CFO of a Michigan manufacturing company, to unpack earning trust in a family-run org, shifting from "we've always done it that way" to a team-first culture, and why profit is a byproduct of great culture — not the goal.

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4Di3lyohG0

Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Bqqn3Hos5xwLHKrxs1ZvM?si=ZA11WWwaRo2vajYilMWQ8A

📖 Get "Lead Yourself First" at www.upgradeyourleadership.com

In this episode of the Leadership Upgrade podcast, Dr. Kevin Mays s...

𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗼𝘀, 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿.Scaling a business isn’t about working harder. It’s about building...
08/18/2026

𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗼𝘀, 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿.

Scaling a business isn’t about working harder. It’s about building systems that don’t depend on you doing everything.

Our 5-Step Business Ascent process helps entrepreneurs and executives gain clarity, build scalable systems, and grow profitably, without burning out.

Where are you in your ascent?

Scott Doggett went from working under a boss so feared that employees scattered "like cockroaches" when he walked in — t...
08/18/2026

Scott Doggett went from working under a boss so feared that employees scattered "like cockroaches" when he walked in — to becoming a servant leadership champion who transforms workplace cultures. His turning point? Realizing that the labels leaders put on people silently shape everything — performance, trust, and results. In this episode of the Leadership Upgrade podcast, Scott reveals how upgrading your leadership starts with one simple shift in how you see people.

Listen: https://open.spotify.com/episode/07UjmoCuDTt4LXqBFK2IHx?si=-AenarmXTRyWj5-knk6DGQ

Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oR1j9D4FRsQ

"Busy" and "inspired" are not the same thing.Most executives aren't lacking skill — they're lacking clarity. Our 1-on-1 ...
08/13/2026

"Busy" and "inspired" are not the same thing.

Most executives aren't lacking skill — they're lacking clarity. Our 1-on-1 and group executive coaching helps leaders shift from reactive and busy to intentional and inspired, using self-awareness and emotional intelligence as the foundation for better decisions.

If you're leading a team but feel like you're just keeping up, this is where it starts.

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What would you do if you launched your startup right before a global pandemic, lost your relationship, and the manager y...
08/12/2026

What would you do if you launched your startup right before a global pandemic, lost your relationship, and the manager you trusted stole from your company?

Chris Randall, founder of Sweep, shares his journey from corporate America to building an innovative cleaning platform — and how relentless conviction kept him going when most would have quit.

Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmLplNC4Jo4

Learn more about Sweep at cleanwithsweep.com

Betrayed by a manager, blindsided by COVID, Chris Randall rebuilt S...

08/07/2026

🎧 Your weekend listen is here.

What if the fear you feel isn't stopping you — it's informing you?

In this episode, Beth Iaciofano of Rise Up to Transform Consulting & Coaching breaks down how the need for control — the very thing that helped you survive — can become the thing holding you back as a leader.

The first step? Awareness. Tapping into your body, understanding your thoughts, and recognizing that every experience is neutral. We give it meaning.

✨ "I'm not gonna be bothered by something someone says if I don't already believe it."

Hit play this weekend and start unpacking what's really driving your decisions. 🎙️

👇 Listen now on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6wiHHL56HQXvyUXNILOTFt?si=f934d7e8f3294fc3

08/04/2026

He launched his cleaning-tech startup two weeks before COVID hit — and it cost him his relationship. Six years later, Chris Randall is rebuilding Sweeep from betrayal and near-collapse into a company set to go national.

In this episode of the Leadership Upgrade Podcast, Chris opens up about corporate disillusionment, founder resilience, and the mindset shift required to scale a business past yourself. If you're an entrepreneur facing setbacks, this conversation is your reminder: don't half-ass it — go all in.

🎧 Catch the full episode dropping August 10 at 7PM EST

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ykFrMbysf53MG6Rx4xoL1?si=5bc229d39117460c
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5bjjKSaonmwAx3cJKyH79uSVQcZAO7He

The best leaders don't control everything. They know what to trust.Dr. Kevin Mays and Beth Iaciofano explore why intuiti...
08/04/2026

The best leaders don't control everything. They know what to trust.

Dr. Kevin Mays and Beth Iaciofano explore why intuition is a competitive advantage in leadership. Discover how body awareness, emotions, and limiting beliefs influence every decision, and learn how to shift from fear to trust to lead with greater confidence and purpose.

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We2WV1BOg4Q

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6wiHHL56HQXvyUXNILOTFt?si=93741cd018044f36

Leadership Upgrade Podcast · Episode

08/03/2026

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