Brain Science: How to Build Belonging and Inspire Your Ward | An Interview with Scott Taylor

Brain Science: How to Build Belonging and Inspire Your Ward | An Interview with Scott Taylor

August 2, 2026 · 1h 6m

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Elder Scott N. Taylor discusses the intersection of organizational behavior and church leadership, sharing insights on effective leadership qualities and the importance of fostering relationships within church communities.

Elder Scott N. Taylor is a professor of Organizational Behavior holding the Arthur M. Blank Endowed Chair for Values-Based Leadership at Babson College, having previously taught at Boston University and the University of New Mexico. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Spanish from Brigham Young University as well as an MBA and a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from Case Western Reserve University. An award-winning educator and researcher whose work centers on leader assessment, executive coaching, and emotional competence, Scott has authored numerous scholarly publications and consulted internationally with dozens of major companies and government entities. Elder Taylor has served as an Area Seventy since 2022. His Church service includes callings as a missionary in the Spain Bilbao Mission, young single adult branch president, bishop, high councilor, stake presidency counselor, and stake president. Scott married Ashley Anne Boyter and they are the parents of four children and reside in Franklin, Massachusetts. Watch the video and share your thoughts in the Zion Lab community Transcript available with the video in the Zion Lab community Highlights Scott discusses the…

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Organizations: Babson College, Boston University, University of New Mexico, Case Western Reserve University, Zion Lab

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