Jeanne Mayo on Redefining Leadership: Insights on Mentorship, Resilience, and the Keys to Success

The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug’s long-time mentor, Jeanne Mayo goes over through the intricate lanes of leadership, exploring the essence of mentorship, resilience, and the keys to success regardless of your field.

About Jeanne: Acclaimed by Ministries Today as “America’s Number One Youth Pastor,” Dr. Jeanne Mayo has thrown her heart and passion into equipping leaders for over five decades. Her ministry DNA is reflected in her life mission statement: “The motivation and mentorship of Kamikaze Christianity into practicing and potential Kingdom champions.” Through the years, Jeanne has been used of the Lord to take challenging ministries to exciting spiritual and numerical health. Jeanne’s successful leadership has placed her in high demand as a communicator as well as a leadership coach and public speaker. She has crisscrossed the U.S. and the globe, speaking in countless venues to a myriad of audiences.

In recent years, Jeanne founded Platinum Leadership Coaching and The Cadre, non-profit organizations that seek “to instruct, equip, inspire and encourage the emerging leaders of this generation.” Through these venues, she has coached and mentored thousands of the nation’s premiere leaders.
Among her honors, Jeanne was awarded the Lifetime Influence Award from the National Assemblies of God, the world’s largest denomination with over 66 million members and adherents. She has also been featured twice as the “cover story” of Ministries Today magazine. In their most recent feature article on her, Jeanne was once again heralded as one of the nation’s premiere voices in the training and raising up of emerging leaders across our nation and around the world at large.

At this season in Jeanne's life, she is largely focusing her heart and passion into putting other leaders "on her shoulders." Her three primary avenues of impact include Platinum Leadership Coaching, The Cadre, and her public speaking.

Key Takeaways:
1. We discuss longevity in leadership, the role a mentor plays in shaping strong leaders, and the power of hospitality and friendship in creating a transformational culture.
2. Jeanne shares her thoughts on how to stay steadfast on your leadership path, dealing 'cancel culture,' and the strategies to restore leaders into a place of significance.
3. She also talks about parenting, marriage, and the importance of living in the moment.
Quotes From the Episode:
“When the tough times come, learn the lessons, but forget the details.”
“Take the time to get to the root of the vulnerability and remove yourself from the same pattern.”
“Friendship is always the highway to the heart.”

Resources Mentioned:
The Cadre

Connect with Jeanne:
Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Chapter

1. Jeanne Mayo on Redefining Leadership: Insights on Mentorship, Resilience, and the Keys to Success (00:00:00)

2. Leaders' Finish Line and Longevity (00:00:06)

3. Power of Grit in Overcoming Adversity (00:06:57)

4. Navigating Adversity and Restoration for Leaders (00:11:17)

5. Defining Success and Authenticity in Leadership (00:23:50)

6. Developing Leaders and Building Community (00:30:30)

7. Creating Unforgettable Experiences and Relationships (00:41:38)

8. Life Lessons and Impactful Books (00:53:00)

9. 10x Growth With L3 Leadership (01:03:10)