Scot Steele is the Principal of The Steele Method and the architect of the Contributorship® paradigm—a groundbreaking approach that helps organizations align people, purpose, and performance. With more than 30 years of experience across SMBs and Fortune 100 enterprises, Scot specializes in elevating the most vital asset of any organization: its people.
Drawing on the principles of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs, Scot has developed a methodology that enables leaders to create environments where individuals can thrive. His approach helps organizations clarify their vision, connect employees to that mission, and focus on addressing what employees truly need (not just what they want). The result? Higher performance, stronger engagement, and improved retention.
Prior to founding The Steele Method in 2022, Scot held leadership and consulting roles at AT&T, Microsoft, and several innovative small-to-mid-sized businesses. His career spans industries including telecommunications, software development, open-source solutions, education, and SaaS.
EDUCATION:
BS, Pennsylvania State University, The Sciences
MSc., Colorado State, Organizational Leadership and Development. Colorado State University Certificates
Advanced Strategic Management
Foundations of Modern Global Management
Foundations of Modern International Management
Research & Decision Making in Organizational Leadership
Strategic Global Organizational Leadership
Certified Change Practitioner, ProSCI
Certified Critical Thinking Practitioner, Socelor
Superpowers
• Distinguishing between employee needs and wants
• Creating solutions through Shared Diagnosis
• Driving results using Action Learning methodologies
Based on California’s Central Coast, Scot enjoys the kind of lifestyle others plan their vacations around: skiing on Fridays, stand-up paddleboarding and wine tasting on Saturdays, and wrapping up the weekend with a round of golf on Sundays. He is passionate about motorcycling, bicycling, and woodworking.
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