Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.

Are you leading your people based on what they cost… or what they’re truly worth? This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam sit down with Seung Paik, author of Leadernomics, for a powerful conversation that challenges how leaders think about value, people, and performance. Centered around this week’s quote, “Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.” — Warren Buffett, they talk about it and unpack the critical difference between what can be measured… and what actually matters. Seung brings a unique perspective shaped by 25 years in the Air Force and his work in leadership and economics… challenging leaders to move beyond transactional thinking and into something far more impactful. This conversation will have you rethinking how you view your team… not as line items or outputs, but as individuals with limitless potential. They also explore what happens when leaders get this wrong… how focusing only on metrics, salary, and short-term results can quietly shift culture, reduce engagement, and limit growth. And on the flip side… what becomes possible when leaders choose to invest, connect, and truly see the people they lead. If you’ve ever wrestled with balancing results and relationships… or wondered how to bring out more in your team… this episode will challenge the way you lead and the way you think. Follow and connect with Mpactful Messages: Website: www.mpactfulmessages.com LinkedIn: Mpactful Messages Instagram: @mpactful_messages Email: [email protected] Credits: Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast is hosted by Mayce DelValle (@maycedelvalle) and Missy Washam (@missywasham). Special Guest: Seung Paik (leadernomics.org) Edited by Brandon Manzano.