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The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Each week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you see the world differently, lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Do you ever wonder why training doesn't stick? It's rarely about the quality of the training itself.
In this episode, I break down the three things that have to happen for new skills to actually change how someone works — and why that almost never happens without help from their leader. I'll give you three specific questions to ask in a post-training one-on-one that close the knowing-doing gap and make training stick.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
To celebrate 10 years of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we're revisiting some of our most listened-to and most impactful conversations from the past decade.
Leadership and change go hand in hand. However, we need to make sure it's a positive change. Not only is today's workforce demanding it, but organizations are also finding it profitable. Bill Novelli has spent time in the private and not-for-profit world. Today he is a professor in the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University and founded and oversees the Georgetown Business for Impact initiative. He joins Kevin to discuss his book, Good Business – the Talk, Fight, Win Way to Change the World. Bill shares examples of organizations making changes to create both social and monetary value. Wherever you are in the organization, you can make a positive social difference. Leadership is not about titles but having the courage in your convictions and the information to influence.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Good Business: The Talk, Fight, Win Way to Change the World by Bill Novelli + The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion by Jonathan Haidt * Connect with Bill Novelli:
Website | Twitter | LinkedIn
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- Leadership Moxie (and More) with John Baldoni.
- Lessons for Marketing (and Change) Leaders with Thomas Barta.
- Doing Work That Counts with Richard Lee.
- The Mindsets and Habitsets of Leadership with Darrin Gray.
What does it take for groups of people to come together to do extraordinary things? Kevin sits down with Karina Mangu-Ward to discuss the habits that help teams thrive in complex and uncertain environments. Karina explains why exceptional teamwork requires more than a strong strategy, talented individuals, or simply working harder, and introduces three essential areas of focus: organizing for impact, deciding in uncertainty, and designing for learning. They talk about how living team charters keep people aligned as conditions change, how "even overs" clarify difficult tradeoffs between two valuable priorities, and why working in public allows teams to collaborate earlier, learn faster, and avoid wasted effort. Karina also encourages leaders to replace perfectionism with experimentation, create shared language around decision-making, and begin where there is energy rather than waiting for a company-wide mandate.
About Karina Karina Mangu-Ward is the author of the forthcoming book Teams Who Meet the Moment: 9 Practices for Unlocking Performance and Growth in Uncertain Times . She is an organizational expert who has worked with PepsiCo, Planned Parenthood, Chanel and more and is a Partner at August. At August, she's had the privilege of working with some of the largest, most complex organizations in the world to shift their everyday ways of working. Before August, her adventures included conducting research on implicit bias, helping arts organizations behave as creatively behind the scenes as they do on stage, and running social innovation labs. If you buy Karina a coffee, she'd love to tell you how all of these experiences led her to exactly where she is now. Her motto is "get caught trying," which means she'd rather try and screw it up than not try at all. She lives with her partner and kids in Brooklyn, NY. Website: https://www.aug.co/book
Book Recommendations * Teams That Meet the Moment: 9 Practices for Unlocking Performance and Growth in Uncertain Times by Karina Mangu-Ward * Hidden Patterns: A Playbook for More Human Workplaces by Clay Parker Jones * Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously) by Bree Groff * The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters by Priya Parker * The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict by Priya Parker * Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of a Life Interrupted by Suleika Jaouad
Like this? * Creating Dream Teams with Mike Zani * The Science of High Performance Teams with Dr. David Burkus * Building Emotionally Intelligent Teams with Vanessa Druskat
TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Cold Open 0:30 Welcome to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast 1:24 Meet Karina Mangu-Ward 3:16 Why She Wrote Teams Who Meet the Moment 6:14 The Big Idea: 3 Lies We Love About Performance 9:47 The 3 Themes: Organizing, Deciding, Learning 12:52 Practice: Team Charters 16:14 Why 12 Weeks Is the Sweet Spot 18:43 Deciding in Uncertainty 20:48 Practice: "Even Over" 25:52 Practice: Work in Public 29:54 Where Organizations Should Start 32:04 What Karina's Reading 34:53 Where to Find Karina & the Book 35:29 Now What?
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Have you ever been frustrated because someone on your team didn't do what you expected — but you never actually told them what you expected?
In this episode, Kevin breaks down the "silent expectation" problem: why it guarantees future disappointment, why your assumptions aren't obvious to anyone but you, and why the fix starts with getting clear in your own head before you can get clear with your team.
Unclear expectations are one of the biggest hidden costs in any organization — showing up as rework, frustration, and turnover. Clear, spoken expectations are a foundational skill of great leadership, and it's one of the core things we work on inside our Bud to Boss workshops, built for people who've just moved from peer to leader. Learn more on our website: https://kevineikenberry.com/bud-to-boss/
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry https://instagram.com/kevineikenberry https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage/
About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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To celebrate 10 years of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we're revisiting some of our most listened-to and most impactful conversations from the past decade.
In today's episode, I'm talking with Susan Fowler, who is the author of various by-lined articles, peer-reviewed research, and six books, including the bestselling Self Leadership and the One Minute Manager with Ken Blanchard. In her new best-seller, Why Motivating People Doesn't Work…and What Does, she applies psychological discoveries that lay out a successful, research-based model and course of action to assist leaders as they guide their people towards the kinds of motivation that results in increased productivity and engagement, as well as a profound sense of purpose. If you're tired of unsuccessful attempts to drive your team towards increased motivation, you won't want to miss this powerful, insightful episode!
In this episode, you'll discover:
- What the "Motivational Dilemma" is — and why leaders are shocked (and relieved) after they realize this concept
- The different types of motivational outlooks, and why leaders should begin using the "Optimal Motivation" process for their team in order to produce successful results
- How leaders can help their team find their own personal motivational outlooks during change initiatives and/or projects
Additional Leadership Resources * Learn more about Susan Fowler as well as her book, Why Motivating People Doesn't Work…and What Does, and additional resources. * Check out what Susan's reading: Embers in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir, and Hello My Name is Awesome: How to Create Brand Names that Stick by Alexandra Watkins
Leadership often feels like a series of competing demands: be confident, but humble. Be decisive, but compassionate. Kevin Eikenberry is joined by leadership coach and author Sally Netherwood to explore the paradox of modern leadership through the lens of her new book, Graceful Power. Together, they discuss the three pillars of graceful power—Congruence, Courage, and Compassion—and why becoming a more effective leader isn't about choosing one over the other, but learning to hold both with intention. If you're looking to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and impact, this conversation is full of practical insights you can apply right away.
Sally's Story: Sally Netherwood is the author of Graceful Power: Solving the Paradox of Modern Leadership, and a world-class leadership coach with over 25 years' experience helping business leaders, entrepreneurs and change-makers feel clearer, braver and more effective. Drawing on tens of thousands of coaching hours, she offers leaders tangible strategies that create immediate improvements in performance, workplace culture and daily working life. After a decade in the fast-paced world of advertising at three of the world's top agencies, she now works with leaders from organizations including Expedia and DoorDash, helping them discover and embrace their Graceful Power, so they achieve far more with significantly less personal cost.
Connect with Sally Netherwood Website: https://www.sallynetherwood.com/graceful-power LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-netherwood-85599419/
Book Recommendations * Graceful Power: Solving the Paradox of Modern Leadership by Sally Netherwood * Brilliant Doubt: Harnessing Uncertainty to Lead with Impact by Jenny Williams * Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence by Kevin Eikenberry
Like this? * Understanding Power with Deborah Gruenfeld * Creating Human-Powered Leadership with Dr. Christie Smith
TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:38 The paradox of modern leadership 01:31 Meet Sally Netherwood 02:49 Why Sally wrote Graceful Power 05:05 What is graceful power? 06:14 Different kinds of leadership power 08:31 The Three Cs of Graceful Power 08:49 Congruence: leading as your authentic self 11:44 Creating your leadership signature 13:30 Courage is doing what you find difficult 16:14 Understanding fear as a leadership signal 18:30 Leadership is a constant act of becoming 19:36 Compassion as a leadership strategy 21:12 Why self-compassion comes first 23:20 Believing in others' potential 26:00 Reflection as a leadership responsibility 28:12 Helping teams reflect and improve 30:40 What Sally is reading 31:54 Where to learn more 32:22 Now What?
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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What if you paused?
We live in a world that keeps getting faster — and that speed is exactly why pauses matter more than ever. In this episode I talk about four places pauses make the biggest difference: when we're communicating, when we're listening, before we decide, and as leaders overall. Because here's the thing — the pause is where leadership lives.
I also share a question worth asking about your team's culture: does it reward the quick answer over the right answer? And a few ways to start building pauses into your team's norms.
If you found this useful, you'll probably enjoy my weekly newsletter, Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential. Every Tuesday I share thoughts to help you pause and think about leadership differently. Join us at https://KevinEikenberry.com/newsletters.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry https://instagram.com/kevineikenberry https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage/
About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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To celebrate 10 years of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we're revisiting some of our most listened-to and most impactful conversations from the past decade.
How do we use moments of stress to create something better? Ama Marston is co-author (with her mom) of Type R: Transformative Resilience for Thriving in a Turbulent World. She joins Kevin to discuss challenges; personal, professional, and global and skills you need to hone to bounce back. Type-R's look to turn challenges into opportunities and find ways to grow from experiences.
In this episode, learn about:
- Resilience vs. transformative resilience.
- Type-R skill sets.
- How leaders can nurture Type-R skills.
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Global implications.
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Book Recommendations:
- Still Life by Louise Penny
- Everybody Matters: My Life Giving Voice by Mary Robinson
- The Unnatural World: The Race to Remake Civilization in Earth's Newest Age by David Biello
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry https://instagram.com/kevineikenberry https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage/
About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Why do so many organizational change efforts fall short, even when leaders know change is necessary?
In this episode, Kevin talks with Kristy Ellmer about how change actually works and why successful transformation requires more than a plan, a process, or a compelling business case. Kristy explains that leaders often confuse alignment with true agreement, and that real progress begins when teams are willing to slow down, surface disagreement, and clarify how the change will happen. She also shares that involvement alone is not enough; people need agency and ownership to commit to building something new. Kevin and Kristy discuss the role of rituals, stories, and symbols in reducing cognitive load and helping people connect emotionally with the change, as well as why leaders must "earn the take-up" rather than assume people will adopt new behaviors simply because the change makes sense.
About Kristy Ellmer Kristy Ellmer is the co-author of How Change Really Works: Seven Science-Based Principles for Transforming Your Organization. She is a Managing Director and Senior Partner at BCG and a former Chief Transformation Officer, with decades of experience leading multiyear transformations inside global organizations. She leads BCG's Transformation practice and co-founded BCG's Behavioral Science Lab and specializes in translating academic research on human behavior into practical change and transformation programs that deliver sustained results. She has led over 30 transformations in 27 countries in 14 sectors from mining to retail and previously was a manager at Delta Airlines during one of the most exemplary transformations in business history. Kristy's completion of the 29029 Everesting Challenge—climbing the vertical height of Mount Everest 19 times in under 36 hours after months of disciplined training—embodies the same change principles she applies professionally: sustained commitment, deliberate design, support systems, and faith in process over motivation. Her TED Talk on navigating change with confidence has been seen by over half a million people. She has an MBA from Mercer University and a B.A. from Roanoke College. She's based in Boston.
Connect with Kristy Website: https://howchangereallyworks.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-r-ellmer-b25b7a23/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristy_ellmer/
RESOURCES MENTIONED
- How Change Really Works: Seven Science-Based Principles for Transforming Your Organization by Julia Dhar, Kristy Ellmer, and Philip Jameson
- The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness by Arthur C. Brooks
- Want help developing the leaders in your organization? Reach out to explore how the Kevin Eikenberry Group can support your team.
TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Why Most Organizational Change Efforts Fail 02:49 Why Kristy Ellmer Wrote "How Change Really Works" 05:29 Why Organizations Aren't Getting Better at Change 06:17 Understanding "Change Distance" 07:15 The Most Common Change Leadership Mistake 08:58 Why Leaders Should Encourage Disagreement 12:28 Moving from Employee Involvement to Ownership 15:52 How Rituals Reduce Cognitive Load During Change 18:48 Using Stories and Symbols to Reinforce Change 21:47 Why Leaders Must Earn Employee Adoption 24:24 How to Stay Persistent Through Transformation 27:41 Successful Change Starts with the Leader 28:53 What Kristy Is Reading 29:16 Where to Learn More 29:48 The Most Important Question: Now What?
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Are you what you do? James Clear says identity change is the North Star for habit change — and he's right. But it works the other way too: your habits are quietly shaping your identity.
In this episode, I talk about the two-way loop between habits and identity, why "your labels, your limits" applies to how you see yourself, and what this means for the culture of your team — because culture is really just collective identity, shaped by collective habits.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
To celebrate 10 years of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we're revisiting some of our most listened-to and most impactful conversations from the past decade.
In our inaugural episode, I'm talking with one of the industry's greatest legends, Jim Kouzes. While he needs no introduction, Jim is a best-selling author, award-winning speaker and co-author of The Leadership Challenge. And according to the Wall Street Journal, he is one of the twelve best executive educators in the United States. If you're eager to learn new techniques to maximize your leadership potential, his is an insightful and powerful conversation that you won't want to miss.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- The five fundamentals of leadership
- Key lessons from Jim's leadership journey
- The #1 thing leaders can do to more intentionally learn on a regular basis
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What keeps teams stuck in the same conversations without making real progress? In this episode, Kevin talks with Gustavo Razzetti about why teams avoid the conversations that matter most and how leaders can help them move forward. Gustavo shares that silence often happens not just because people feel unsafe, but because speaking up feels pointless when nothing changes. They discuss the difference between backward talk (blame, avoidance, and groupthink) and forward talk, which helps teams address real issues, learn, and act. Gustavo also introduces the idea of conversational debt, the price teams pay for the questions they don't ask, the ideas they don't share, and the issues they avoid. Kevin and Gustavo discuss the three types of this debt: alignment debt, belonging debt, and collaboration debt, and why leaders must continually validate alignment, welcome healthy dissent, and create space for real progress. They also touch on how AI can amplify existing team dynamics, making groupthink and misalignment even more costly.
Listen For 0:00 Why teams get stuck and stay silent 0:36 Welcome to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast 1:32 Meet Gustavo Razzetti 2:41 Why Gustavo wrote Forward Talk 4:22 The real reason people stay silent 6:30 Forward talk vs. backward talk 9:01 False harmony and psychological safety 10:56 What is conversational debt? 12:45 Alignment debt 16:12 The illusion of alignment 17:24 Belonging debt 19:17 Collaboration debt 21:17 How AI amplifies team dynamics 25:34 One organizational next step 28:09 What Gustavo is reading 29:01 Where to find Gustavo Razzetti 29:58 Now what? Kevin's closing challenge
Gustavo's Story: Gustavo Razzetti is the bestselling author of Remote, Not Distant, Stretch for Change, and his latest book, Forward Talk: The Bold New Method for Getting Teams Unstuck. He is a culture strategist, workshop facilitator, and keynote speaker with over 25 years of experience—first as a marketing and advertising executive, now as CEO of Fearless Culture, a culture design consultancy. He's facilitated more than 1,500 workshops with leadership teams at Mars, Microsoft, Merck, the Inter-American Development Bank, and hundreds of organizations across the world. Razzetti is the creator of the Culture Design Canvas, now used by over 500,000 practitioners worldwide, and the Forward Talk framework. He helps teams surface issues early, challenge groupthink, and turn avoided conversations into decisions that stick. His work has been featured in The New York Times, BBC, Forbes, and Fortune. He's also a regular contributor to Psychology Today.
https://gustavorazzetti.com/about/
https://www.fearlessculture.design/about
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gustavorazzetti/
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Book Recommendations * Forward Talk: The Bold New Method for Getting Teams Unstuck by Gustavo Razzetti * Remote Not Distant: Design a Company Culture That Will Help You Thrive in a Hybrid Workplace by Gustavo Razzetti * Stretch for Change: How To Improve Your Change Fitness And Thrive In Life by Gustavo Razzetti * Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee by Wes Adams and Tamara Myles
Like this? * The Science of High Performance Teams with Dr. David Burkus * Building Emotionally Intelligent Teams with Vanessa Druskat
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Do you create the right amount of urgency?
Urgency can help us take action, move faster, and get important work done. But too much urgency, or false urgency, can create pressure, confusion, and exhaustion without improving results.
In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry explores the tension leaders face between moving quickly and rushing unnecessarily. You'll learn why context matters, how false urgency weakens real urgency, and why clear communication and timelines help create the right level of focus for the situation.
The key: create urgency when it is needed, but avoid making everything feel like a fire.
Learn more about Kevin's book, Flexible Leadership, at https://FlexibleLeadershipBook.com
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders elevate their impact without sacrificing their energy, focus, and quality of life? In this episode, Kevin talks with Laurie Maddalena about what it means to become an elevated leader in today's changing world of work. Laurie challenges the outdated belief that leadership requires constant overwhelm, availability, and personal sacrifice, and instead makes the case for leading with greater intention, self-awareness, reflection, and energy. Kevin and Laurie discuss why many leaders are promoted without real preparation, how the role shifts from doing the work to developing people, and why managers must move from being fixers to facilitators. They also discuss practical ways to protect focus and manage energy rather than just time.
Listen For 0:00 Intro: Why Leadership Must Elevate 1:36 Meet Laurie Maddalena 2:33 Why She Wrote The Elevated Leader 3:54 The Big Idea Behind the Book 6:08 What Defines an Elevated Leader 7:11 The Starbucks Barista Problem 8:14 Laurie's Own Leadership Wake-Up Call 10:34 Is Everyone Meant to Lead? 13:37 Overview of the Elevated Leadership Model 14:23 Self-Awareness, Sleep, and Energy 15:35 Why Reflection Is Undervalued 18:20 Creating Clarity and Caretaking the Culture 20:24 Energy Patterns and Productivity Sprints 23:57 Treat Your Calendar Like "Cardiologist Time" 26:16 The Problem With Open-Door Policies 27:29 What Organizations Should Do to Support Leaders 29:11 Training Leaders Like a True Profession 31:55 What Laurie Is Reading Right Now 32:43 Where to Find Laurie 33:16 Closing: What Action Will You Take?
Laurie's Story: Laurie Maddalena is the author of The Elevated Leader: Boost Your Confidence and Transform Your Team by Mastering Coaching, Accountability, and Difficult Conversations. She is a leadership provocateur, confronting outdated leadership models that reward exhaustion over effectiveness. As the founder of Envision Excellence, she helps managers go from "The Fixer" to "The Facilitator," enabling high-achieving leaders to deliver elite results without burnout. A former VP of HR by age 30, Laurie is a Certified Speaking Professional and has worked directly with influencers like Brené Brown and Jack Canfield. Laurie intentionally caps her workweek at 40 hours—demonstrating that sustainable success and elite results are not mutually exclusive, but essential to modern leadership.
https://www.lauriemaddalena.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lauriemaddalena/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriemaddalena/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Laurie-Maddalena/100063864253481/ https://www.youtube.com/@lauriemaddalena
Book Recommendations * The Elevated Leader: Boost Your Confidence and Transform Your Team by Mastering Coaching, Accountability, and Difficult Conversations by Laurie Maddalena * The Transformation Economy: Guiding Customers to Achieve Their Aspirations by B. Joseph Pine II
Like this? * Solving the Culture Puzzle with Mario Moussa and Derek Newberry * Bringing the Art of Reflection into Your Busy Life with Joseph Badaracco * Energy and Leadership with Rick Maurer
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Your brain is in a constant state of change — and I believe you can take a more conscious, intentional role in wiring it to serve you best.
In this episode, I share four practical ways you can start rewiring your brain today for better decisions, more effectiveness, and greater satisfaction in pretty much everything you do.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How much of your team's struggle is really about the work and how much is about everything else? In this episode, Kevin talks with Dr. Liane Davey about why the real challenge many teams face isn't simply workload, but "thought load". Liane defines this as the rising cognitive demands, emotional burdens, and depleted energy reserves that make work feel heavier than it may appear. She explains how multitasking, constant urgency, oversized meetings, unclear priorities, and poor energy habits quietly drain performance and create more rework, stress, and burnout. She also shares practical ways leaders can help, including replacing urgency with true priority, creating space for focused work, taking real breaks, managing emotions rather than ignoring them, and modeling healthier boundaries.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction & today's topic: thought load vs. workload 01:38 Introducing Liane Davey, the "Teamwork Doctor" 02:48 Why Liane wrote Thought Load 04:01 The big idea: it's not workload, it's thought load 05:31 Why this problem is bigger now than ever 09:13 The myth of multitasking 11:42 Sense of urgency vs. sense of priority 13:19 Busy vs. productive vs. effective 16:34 Restoring your energy: waterfalls, wells, and cracks in the cup 20:51 Why breaks are for winners, not losers 22:30 How leaders unknowingly transfer thought load to their teams 25:16 Can AI help manage thought load? 28:46 One thing organizations can do: shrink teams, strengthen communities 31:04 What Liane is reading right now 32:06 Where to find Liane and her work 33:05 Kevin's closing challenge: now what?
Liane's Story: Dr. Liane Davey is a New York Times bestselling author of You First: Inspire Your Team to Grow Up, Get Along, and Get Stuff Done, The Good Fight: Use Productive Conflict to Get Your Team and Organization Back on Track, and her latest, Thoughtload: Manage the Madness and Free Your Team to Do Great Work. She is an Organizational Psychologist, CEO advisor, and sought-after keynote speaker with more than 25 years of experience researching and advising teams on how to perform at their best. Known as the "teamwork doctor," she works with teams from the frontlines to the boardroom, across industries and around the world, from Boston to Bangkok. Through her work with hundreds of teams, including 26 Global Fortune 500 companies (and counting), she has developed a practical, research-backed approach to solving the challenges that prevent teams from working effectively together.
https://lianedavey.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/liane-davey-2574911/
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Book Recommendations * Thoughtload: Manage the Madness and Free Your Team to Do Great Work by Liane Davey * You First: Inspire Your Team to Grow Up, Get Along, and Get Stuff Done by Liane Davey * The Good Fight: Use Productive Conflict to Get Your Team and Organization Back on Track by Liane Davey * There Are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak * The Future of Work Is Grey: The Untapped Value of Age in the Workforce by Dan Pontefract * The Brain Never Sleeps: Why We Dream and What It Means for Our Health by Karen van Kampen
Like this? * Beating Burnout at Work with Paula Davis * The Burnout Epidemic with Jennifer Moss * How to Break Free from Daily Burnout, Struggle Less, and Thrive More with Nataly Kogan
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Americans spend an average of 138 minutes a day worrying — that's 35 days a year lost to "what if."
In this episode, I share a simple three-question framework that helps you figure out which worries deserve your attention and which ones you should just let go. It's not about pretending problems don't exist. It's about spending your mental energy where it actually counts.
The three questions: 1. Is it a problem? 2. Is it important? 3. Can I change or influence the outcome?
If the answer to any of those is no — let it go. If the answer to all three is yes — take action.
I also cover what leaders and organizations can do to reduce worry on their teams, including how communication and feedback loops can lower anxiety and uncertainty in the workplace.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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What if the way we've always led is no longer enough for the world we're leading in now? In this episode, Kevin talks with Claire Brumby about why leaders need to "forget normal" and embrace a more human and intuitive approach to leadership. Claire introduces her MAGIC framework—mindset, awakening, gumption, intuition, and charisma. She explains how each element helps leaders reconnect with who they are, challenge limiting beliefs, take meaningful action, listen to their inner wisdom, and show up with authentic confidence. Kevin and Claire discuss why mindset is the foundation for growth, how self-compassion helps leaders better understand others, and why intuition is not "woo-woo" but a practical leadership advantage when paired with strategy.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:43 Meet Claire Brumby 03:04 Why Claire Wrote Forget Normal, I Want Magic 04:39 Why Leadership Needs a New Framework 06:11 What MAGIC Means 07:14 Why the Five MAGIC Pillars Matter 10:53 Charisma as a Learnable Skill 14:22 Mindset and Limiting Beliefs 18:11 Sacred Self-Compassion and Awakening 20:22 Balancing Intuition and Strategy 25:12 Bringing MAGIC Into Organizations 26:34 What Claire Is Reading 27:09 Where to Learn More About Claire 29:06 Closing
Claire's Story: Claire Brumby is the author of The Winning Mix and her new book, Forget Normal – I Want Magic: 5 Rules of Leadership. She is an internationally respected keynote speaker, award-winning entrepreneur, leadership coach and trainer who helps organisations and ambitious leaders unlock confidence, clarity, and high performance in a rapidly changing world. Claire founded a healthy snacking FMCG brand and grew it from a kitchen-table idea into a multi-award-winning brand, later pitching on BBC Dragons' Den. Claire is the creator of the MAGIC Framework™ (Mindset, Awakening, Gumption, Intuition and Charisma) – a modern leadership model designed to move beyond outdated, control-led ways of working and lead with courage, connection, and intuition alongside strategy. She is an ICF-trained leadership coach, NLP Practitioner and mentor.
Looking to Develop Stronger Leaders? Want help developing the leaders in your organization? Reach out to explore how the Kevin Eikenberry Group can support your team at info@kevineikenberry.com.
Book Recommendations * The Winning Mix by Claire Brumby * Forget Normal I Want Magic by Claire Brumby * The Signs by Tara Swart * Beyond Belief by Nir Eyal and Julie Li
Like this? * Understanding the Success Mindsets with Ryan Gottfredson * The Mindsets That Separate the Best Leaders with Vikram Malhotra * Five Mindsets to Lead Well with Paula Davis
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Are you stubborn or persistent?
At first glance, the two words seem closely related. They can describe similar behaviors and actions. But one usually feels negative, while the other feels positive.
Most of us would rather be called persistent than stubborn. And as leaders, that distinction matters.
In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry explains why the labels we use shape the way we see people, interact with them, and lead them. If we label someone as stubborn, we may approach them with frustration or resistance. If we label them as persistent, we may respond with more curiosity, patience, and respect.
The reminder is simple but important: how you label people influences how you treat them. Take your labels seriously.
In This Episode
- Why "stubborn" and "persistent" are similar but not the same
- How labels influence our expectations and interactions
- Why leaders should be careful about the words they use for others
- How choosing a different label can change your leadership approach
- The organizational value of assuming benign intent
Remarkable Reminder How you label people influences how you treat them. Take your labels seriously.
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How can leaders turn uncertainty, which can feel like fear, into an opportunity for growth? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Dr. Rebecca Homkes to explore why volatile times require a different approach to strategy. Rebecca explains that uncertainty is not automatically bad; it is simply a set of future events that may or may not occur. Leaders have a responsibility to help their teams reframe it as a chance to learn and grow faster. Kevin and Rebecca discuss why traditional strategy tools often assume too much certainty, how language and meeting rhythms can unintentionally push teams into protection mode, and why asking "has the situation changed?" is more useful than simply asking whether we are on track. They also explore the importance of moving from survival mode to reset mode, clarifying your right to win, and recognizing that a growth mandate is also a change mandate.
Listen For 00:00 Why we hit reset to thrive in uncertain times 01:46 Meet Dr. Rebecca Homkes 03:08 Why she wrote Survive, Reset, Thrive 04:52 The big idea: uncertainty is a time to grow 05:49 What strategy is — and what never changes 08:03 Why "uncertain" doesn't have to mean "bad" 11:58 Learning velocity: the #1 differentiator 14:10 Two types of uncertainty and the paralysis trap 16:20 Planning vs. preparing 19:29 The reset: a growth mandate is a change mandate 21:00 Parallel pathing: execute while you build 23:23 Where to start 24:44 Hard resets — Starbucks, Nike, Disney 26:15 What Rebecca's reading 28:03 Where to learn more and get the book 28:38 "Now what?" — the question that matters
Rebecca's Story: Dr. Rebecca Homkes is the author of Survive, Reset, Thrive: Leading Breakthrough Growth Strategy in Volatile Times. She is a high-growth strategy specialist and the founder of a boutique consultancy firm, advising CEOs and executive teams focused on growth and success through uncertainty. She is a faculty member at Duke Corporate Executive Education, Lecturer at the London Business School (LBS) Executive Education, Advisor and Faculty at BCGU (Boston Consulting Group), and previous Fellow at the London School of Economics (LSE)'s Centre for Economic Performance. Dr. Homkes is also the director of the Young President's Organization (YPO) global Active Learning Program (ALP); a former partner with GrowthX, a Silicon Valley investment ecosystem and innovation consultancy; and the faculty lead of fintech scaleup accelerators.
http://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-homkes
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Email Us Book Recommendations * Survive Reset Thrive — Rebecca Homkes * Flexible Leadership — Kevin Eikenberry * 1929 — Andrew Ross Sorkin
Like this? * The Human Side of Innovation with Mauro Porcini * This is Strategy with Seth Godin
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Last week I talked about the idea that our team members are our customers. This week, I'm taking that idea further.
We spend a lot of time thinking about what we expect from our team. But expectations run both directions — do you know what your team expects from you?
In this episode, I share four things that can help: thinking of your team as a customer, asking them directly what they want and need, listening without judgment, and creating a feedback loop so you can keep adjusting over time.
If you don't know what your team wants and needs, how can you possibly deliver it to them?
This idea is one piece of a bigger conversation I explore in my book, Flexible Leadership — about moving beyond what's comfortable so you can lead the way your team actually needs. Get your copy at https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders support their team's mental health if they ignore their own? In this episode, Kevin talks with Melissa Doman about why leadership mental health deserves more attention. Melissa explains that leaders are often expected to shoulder more responsibility, model resilience, support employee well-being, adapt to constant change, and deliver results—without the same permission or support to care for themselves. Kevin and Melissa explore the pressure leaders face, the self-sacrifice narratives they tell themselves, and why organizations must make it clear that mental health resources are for leaders, too. They also discuss practical first steps, including reflecting on what you want to share, why, whether your workplace is safe for the conversation, and how organizations can build mental health self-management into leadership development.
Melissa's Story: Melissa Doman, MA, is the author of Yes, You Can Talk About Mental Health at Work (Here's Why And How To Do It Really Well), and the new title, Cornered Office: Why We Need To Talk About Leadership Mental Health. She is an Organizational Psychologist, a former Mental Health Therapist, and Founder of The Workplace Mental Health Method™. Melissa works with companies across industries and around the globe, including clients like Google, Progressive, Estée Lauder, the MLS team - Orlando City Soccer Club, Microsoft, and Salesforce. She's spoken and mentored at SXSW and has been featured as a subject matter expert in CNN, Vogue, NPR, Fast Company, the BBC, CNBC, Inc., and LinkedIn's Top 10 Voices on Mental Health. Melissa has one core goal: to equip companies, individuals, and leaders to have constructive conversations about mental health, team dynamics, and communication at work.
https://www.melissadoman.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissadoman1/
https://www.instagram.com/thewanderingmel/
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Book Recommendations * Yes You Can Talk About Mental Health at Work — Melissa Doman * Cornered Office — Melissa Doman * The Righteous Mind — Jonathan Haidt * Radical Respect — Kim Scott * Radical Candor — Kim Scott
Like this? * Bringing the Art of Reflection into Your Busy Life with Joseph Badaracco * How to Break Free from Daily Burnout, Struggle Less, and Thrive More with Nataly Kogan * How Leaders can Connect with People and Reduce Isolation with Ryan Jenkins and Steven Van Cohen
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Most leaders assume they should lead others the way they would want to be led. It sounds reasonable—but it can actually limit your effectiveness.
In this episode, I share a different perspective: your team members are your customers. And just like customers, they may need something different from you than what you would want yourself.
If you want to become a more effective leader, it starts by understanding what your people need, adapting your approach, and creating an environment where they can do their best work.
One of the most powerful things a leader can do is flex their approach to meet the needs of others. When you do that, everyone wins.
This idea is at the heart of my book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Learn more here: https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders design work experiences that people don't just tolerate but truly love? Kevin talks with Marcus Buckingham about why love may be the most powerful force in business and why leaders need to take it seriously to create lasting behavior change. Marcus explains that leaders are experience makers, and the best outcomes come when employees and customers have "five" experiences, not merely good or acceptable ones. He introduces the five feelings that help create love at work: control, harmony, significance, warmth of others, and growth, showing how each helps people feel more fully themselves and more connected to the experience. Kevin and Marcus also discuss why many well-intentioned leadership efforts feel hollow when they skip the foundational feelings, how organizations can design love into everyday interactions, and why AI should support (not replace) the human elements that create trust, empathy, and connection.
Marcus' Story: Marcus Buckingham is the author of Design Love in: How to Unleash the Most Powerful Force in Business. For over twenty-five years, he has been the world's leading researcher on strengths, engagement, and human performance. He began his career at Gallup and was the co-creator, with Donald O. Clifton, of StrengthsFinder. He is also the New York Times–bestselling author or coauthor of many books, including First, Break All the Rules; Now, Discover Your Strengths; StandOut 2.0; Nine Lies about Work; and Love + Work. He has two of Harvard Business Review's most circulated, industry-changing cover articles and has been the subject of in-depth profiles in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Forbes, Fortune, Fast Company, TODAY, and The Oprah Winfrey Show.
https://www.youtube.com/c/MarcusBuckinghamTV
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Book Recommendations * First Break All the Rules — Marcus Buckingham & Curt Coffman * Now Discover Your Strengths — Marcus Buckingham & Donald O. Clifton * StandOut 2.0 — Marcus Buckingham * Nine Lies About Work — Marcus Buckingham & Ashley Goodall * Love + Work — Marcus Buckingham * Design Love In — Marcus Buckingham * An Intimate History of Humanity — Theodore Zeldin * Sapiens — Yuval Noah Harari * Guns Germs and Steel — Jared Diamond
Like this? * Solving the Culture Puzzle with Mario Moussa and Derek Newberry * The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys with Payam Zamani * Love as a Change Strategy with Mohammad Anwar
Everyone is talking about AI. Most of the conversation focuses on productivity, automation, and efficiency.
But I think leaders need a broader perspective.
In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, I share four ways AI can help you as a leader that go beyond simple productivity gains. While AI can certainly help you get more done, I believe its greatest value may be in helping you think, decide, and learn more effectively.
In this episode, I discuss how AI can help you:
✅ Think more clearly and creatively ✅ Make better decisions by identifying patterns and possibilities ✅ Learn faster and deepen your understanding ✅ Increase productivity and effectiveness
The bigger opportunity isn't simply using AI to leverage tasks. It's using AI to leverage human potential.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders move beyond the noise and overwhelm of AI to create value for their teams and organizations? In this episode, Kevin talks with Matt Kesby about why AI is not just a technology challenge, but a change management challenge. Matt explains why organizations should avoid chasing shiny tools and instead focus on the systems, processes, and repetitive work where AI and automation can create measurable "value impact." He also introduces the difference between makers, watchers, and blamers, encouraging leaders to act now by documenting tasks, identifying opportunities for improvement, and building clear procedures that both people and AI can follow.
Matt's Story: Matt Kesby is the author of Untangling AI: Driving Business Success Through Enterprise Automation and AI Agents. He is a serial entrepreneur, AI transformation leader, and business strategist with over 29 years of experience helping organizations achieve triple-digit revenue growth and sustainable profitability. Based in Cebu, Philippines, Matt leads a team of over 1,000 professionals across 7 countries, using AI to accelerate operational, financial, sales, and marketing performance by up to 5x. Matt is the founder of GoTeam and Multiplai Tech, companies dedicated to helping businesses scale and people exceed. Additionally, he is Founder, Chief AI Officer and Master Coach at www.aicoaches.com. He has partnered with more than 300 businesses worldwide, building high-performing offshore support teams and embedding automation-driven solutions into their DNA. A member of the Forbes Technology Council, Matt is a trusted voice at the intersection of people, growth, and emerging technology.
https://www.aicoaches.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattkesby/
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Book Recommendations * Untangling AI: Driving Business Success Through Enterprise Automation and AI Agents by Matt Kesby * The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey * Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall B. Rosenberg * The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals by Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, and Jim Huling * The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything by Stephen M.R. Covey
Like this? * The 4 Disciplines of Execution with Jim Huling * How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growth with Patrick Thean * Growth Through Innovation with Lorraine Marchand
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Confidence matters more in leadership than most people realize.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I'm sharing practical ways you can build confidence as a leader — not through ego or pretending, but through growth, progress, and intentional action.
I'll walk you through:
- The confidence-competence loop
- Why confidence and skill reinforce each other
- How positive self-talk impacts leadership
- Why starting small matters
- How reflecting on progress builds momentum
- What organizations often miss when developing leaders
One of the biggest lessons I've learned is this: confidence and competence build each other. The more progress we make, the more confidence we gain — and the more confidence we gain, the more willing we are to keep growing.
A more confident leader is a more effective leader.
If this episode is helpful, subscribe for more practical leadership ideas and conversations designed to help you become a more remarkable leader.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How do leaders build trust in ways that strengthen people, teams, and organizational results? In this episode, Kevin talks with Dr. Dennis Reina and Dr. Michelle Reina about why trust cannot be treated as a buzzword but must be practiced every day in the small moments. They share their three dimensions of trust—character, communication, and capability—and explain how trust grows when leaders clarify expectations, honor commitments, communicate truthfully and transparently, and recognize both the current and potential strengths of others. The discussion also highlights that trust is everyone's responsibility, even though leaders set the tone, and that organizations thrive when they intentionally connect the human need for relationships with the business need for results.
Listen For 00:00 Why Trust Matters More Than Ever 02:26 Meet Dennis & Michelle Reina 03:24 Why They Wrote The Art of Trust Building 04:12 Trust Is a Daily Practice 04:47 The Big Idea Behind Trust Building 06:05 Trust Is Always Being Built or Broken 07:08 The 3 Dimensions of Trust 08:00 Why Leaders Misunderstand Trust 10:18 Trust of Character 11:27 The Importance of Clear Expectations 13:17 Trust of Communication 15:42 Trust of Capability 17:23 The Hidden Skills Behind Trust 18:28 Trusting Potential, Not Just Performance 19:35 The Trust Assessment Tool 21:15 Building Organizational Trust 23:35 Leaders Set the Tone 24:41 Trust Is Like Oxygen 25:07 Small Moments Build Trust 26:00 What They're Reading 27:59 Where to Learn More 28:33 Kevin's Final Leadership Challenge
Their Story: Dr. Dennis Reina and Dr. Michelle Reina are internationally recognized pioneers in the field of organizational trust and bestselling authors of the groundbreaking Trust and Betrayal in the Workplace and their latest book, The Art of Trust Building and its digital companion, The Reina Trust Assessment, a research-backed interactive tool that allows users to identify strengths and opportunities for growth on their trust journey. As co-founders of Reina Trust Building®, they have devoted their lives to understanding, measuring, and strengthening trust in the workplace. Dennis and Michelle's shared passion for trust building emerged from a blend of personal and professional journeys. In 1999, they founded their business, Reina Trust Building®. Their research-based Three Dimensions of Trust® and Rebuilding Trust® processes have been adopted by leaders in Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, healthcare systems, and nonprofits around the globe.
https://assessments.reinatrustbuilding.com/its/register http://reinatrustbuilding.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisreina https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellereina/
Turning Leadership Ideas Into Action Leadership development shouldn't stay theoretical.
This Action Guide gives you practical tools and prompts to help you apply leadership lessons immediately — so you can lead more effectively, build stronger relationships, and make a bigger difference every day. https://remarkablepodcast.com/actionguide
Book Recommendations * The Art of Trust Building: Transform Lives, Teams, and Organizations by Dennis Reina and Michelle Reina * The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael A. Singer * Trust and Betrayal in the Workplace: Building Effective Relationships in Your Organization by Dennis Reina and Michelle Reina * Eat Move Sleep: How Small Choices Lead to Big Changes by Tom Rath
Like this? * The Laws of Trust with Joel Peterson * The Power of Trust with Sandra Sucher * How Trust Works with Dr. Peter Kim * The Journey to Building Trust and Leading Teams with Scott De Long * Why Trust Matters More Now Than Ever with David Horsager
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Micromanagement has always frustrated people.
But I believe today's workplace may actually be making it worse.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I explore why modern work environments are increasing the pressure leaders feel to micromanage—and what we can do instead.
In this episode, I talk about:
- Why poor leadership preparation still matters
- How remote and hybrid work increase micromanagement tendencies
- The role of technology, dashboards, Slack, and Teams
- Why complexity creates control-driven leadership
- How declining trust impacts workplace behavior
- What accountability really means for leaders
If you've ever felt micromanaged—or worried you might be doing it yourself—I think this conversation will help you better understand the causes and move toward healthier leadership habits.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if the path to inspiring others starts with understanding yourself first? Kevin sits down with Bruce Mayhew to explore why inspired leadership starts with looking inward, not for self-focus, but to serve better and lead others. They discuss the connection between learning and leadership growth, the importance of saying "I don't know" as a pathway to curiosity and trust, and why so-called soft skills are better understood as human skills. Bruce also shares a powerful distinction between motivation and inspiration, reminding us that leaders cannot manufacture motivation in others, but they can create the conditions that help people do their best work. Along the way, they unpack why accountability should be seen as an opportunity rather than blame, how leaders must balance individual needs with team cohesion, and why organizations should focus less on trying to empower people and more on enabling their success.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction: The Path of an Inspired Leader 01:33 Meet Bruce Mayhew & His New Book 03:06 The Big Idea Behind Inspired Leadership 04:18 Why Leaders Must Keep Learning 05:10 The Importance of Saying "I Don't Know" 06:06 Human Skills vs. People Skills 08:24 Balancing Individual Needs & Team Cohesion 11:14 Difficult Conversations & Positive Accountability 14:23 Millennials, Work & Leadership Identity 18:35 Inspiration vs. Motivation Explained 20:50 How Leaders Inspire Their Teams 24:06 What Organizations Must Do Better 25:18 Stop Trying to Empower People 27:11 Books Bruce Mayhew Recommends 29:08 Where to Connect with Bruce Mayhew 30:15 Kevin's Final Leadership Challenge: "Now What?"
Bruce's Story: Bruce Mayhew is the author of The Path of an Inspired Leader: Inspire Greatness, Lead with Integrity, and Build a Loyal Team Culture. He is a keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and author, with interviews in CBC, CTV, Global Toronto: The Morning Show, and bylined articles in HuffPost and The Globe & Mail. He holds over 11 years of leadership experience working at one of Canada's top 5 banks, and over 20 years' experience helping people and organizations succeed.
https://brucemayhewconsulting.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucemayhewconsulting/
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Book Recommendations * The Path of an Inspired Leader: Inspire Greatness, Lead with Integrity, and Build a Loyal Team Culture by Bruce Mayhew * Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert * The Witching Hour by Anne Rice * Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence by Kevin Eikenberry
Like this? * Compassionate Accountability with Nate Regier * How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability with Michael Timms
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Most leaders believe an open door policy is automatically a good thing.
I'm not so sure.
In this episode, I share six questions every leader should ask about their open door policy — especially in hybrid and distributed workplaces.
We'll explore: • why "open door" doesn't always mean accessible • how interruptions hurt leadership effectiveness • the dependency trap many leaders accidentally create • why uninterrupted work matters for leaders too
Having an open door policy is a fine idea.
But the door can't always be open.
What do you think?
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What keeps organizations from getting the innovation they say they want? In this episode, Kevin talks with Lorraine Marchand about why innovation so often stalls inside teams and organizations, even when leaders claim it is a top priority. Lorraine explains that the real barrier is not a lack of ideas, but a culture that punishes failure instead of treating it as experimentation and learning. They discuss the gap between intention and action, the different types of organizational innovation mindsets, and the leadership practices that help create environments where people feel safe to contribute, test, and grow. Lorraine also shares the five principles that support sustainable innovation (culture, customer focus, chance, collaboration, and change), offering practical insight for leaders at the organization level and the individual level.
Listen For 00:00 Why We Want Innovation But Don't Get It 02:57 The Big Idea Behind the Book 04:08 Why Innovation Breaks Down 07:00 The 4 Types of Organizations 12:02 What This Means for Team Leaders 14:09 Why Leaders Rush to Solutions 15:32 Creating Psychological Safety 19:07 The 5 C's of Innovation 23:27 The Truth About "Customer First" 26:27 The Role of Risk in Innovation 30:01 Final Advice on Taking Initiative 31:09 What Lorraine Is Reading 32:42 Where to Connect 33:31 The Most Important Question: Now What? 33:51 Closing Thoughts
Lorraine's Story: Lorraine H. Marchand is the author of the new book No Fear No Failure: Five Principles for Sustaining Growth Through Innovation. She is an acclaimed consultant, author, and educator on innovation with extensive experience in new product development. She has cofounded several start-ups; held leadership positions at companies including Bristol-Myers Squibb, Covance/LabCorp, and IBM; and served as advisor to Johnson & Johnson and Hewlett Packard. Marchand is the author, with John Hanc, of The Innovation Mindset: Eight Essential Steps to Transform Any Industry. She serves on the boards of several privately held companies and the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Advisory Board at Columbia Business School, and she teaches at the Wharton School and Yeshiva University.
https://www.lorrainemarchand.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorrainemarchand/
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Book Recommendations * No Fear, No Failure: Five Principles for Sustaining Growth Through Innovation by Lorraine Marchand and John Hanc * The Innovation Mindset: Eight Essential Steps to Transform Any Industry by Lorraine Marchand and John Hanc * Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado Perez
Like this? * The Innovation Stack with Jim McKelvey * The Human Side of Innovation with Mauro Porcini * Where Creativity Meets Innovation with Deepak Ohri
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Most organizations make the same mistake: They promote their best performers into leadership roles... and expect success.
But it doesn't always work.
In this episode, I share why high performers often struggle when they become leaders — and what you can do about it.
You'll learn: ✔ Why performance ≠ leadership readiness ✔ The mindset shift new leaders must make ✔ How organizations can better support the transition ✔ What to do when the promotion doesn't work out
The transition to leadership isn't a reward — it's a completely different job.
And if we don't prepare people for that shift, we set them (and their teams) up to fail.
Learn more about our Bud to Boss programs: https://kevineikenberry.com/bud-to-boss/
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What does it take to create an ownership culture when most employees don't literally own the business? In this episode, Kevin talks with Greg Hawks about the mindset shifts leaders need to make to help people act like owners by bringing more of their heart, head, and hands to work. Greg explains how his framework of owners, renters, and vandals influences behavior and why leaders must pay close attention to the environments they create. He shares how organizations unintentionally produce renters by limiting contribution, tolerating toxic behaviors, and failing to help people see the bigger picture. They also discuss why the desire for responsibility is often driven by more than money, how leaders can broaden the circle, so people think beyond their own "room" in the house, and why shaping a culture of trust, contribution, and shared perspective is one of the most important responsibilities any leader has.
Listen For 00:00 Why Ownership Mindset Matters (Beyond Financial Ownership) 00:38 Creating an Ownership Culture 02:54 The Big Idea: Why Acting Like an Owner Changes Everything 03:42 What "Ownership" Really Means at Work and in Life 05:20 The 3 Workplace Mindsets: Owners, Renters, Vandals 06:20 How Each Mindset Shows Up (Heart, Head, and Hands) 07:21 The Real Problem: Why Vandals Drive Disengagement 08:23 The Tipping Point Strategy: Reduce Vandals, Grow Owners 09:01 Should You Fix or Remove Toxic Employees? 10:11 Why Organizations Tolerate "Vandals" 12:08 Leadership Responsibility vs. Labeling People 14:05 How Leaders Accidentally Create "Renters" 14:35 The Power of Contribution in Building Ownership 16:32 "Reach for Responsibility" – The Key to Ownership 23:05 Breaking Silos: Widening Perspective Across Teams 28:03 Final Leadership Insight: Culture Shapes Everything
Greg's Story: Greg Hawks is the author of Act Like an Owner: Five Unlocks for Creating Culture People Love and Results Leaders Need. He is a keynote speaker and corporate culture specialist who challenges leaders and teams to Act Like an Owner. For more than 25 years, he has partnered with organizations across the country to reshape culture, deepen trust, and activate ownership mindsets. Earlier in his career, Greg spent a decade as Executive Director of a nonprofit, leading teams through complex challenges and building environments where people contributed their best. That experience became the foundation for his work with companies of every size, from ESOPs and credit unions to Fortune 500 corporations and national associations. Known for his energetic presence, distinctive language, and practical strategies, Greg equips executives and employees alike to re-engage, increase accountability, and spark growth.
https://www.greghawks.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghawks
https://www.instagram.com/greghawks/?hl=en
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Book Recommendations * Act Like an Owner: Five Unlocks for Creating Culture People Love and Results Leaders Need by Greg Hawks * Right Kind of Wrong: How the Best Teams Use Failure to Succeed by Amy C. Edmondson
Like this? * Compassionate Accountability with Nate Regier * How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability with Michael Timms
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Most people listen to podcasts… but never actually change anything because of them. Here's how to turn what you hear into real results.
Podcasts can be one of the most powerful learning tools available—but only if you use them the right way.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I'm sharing 5 practical strategies to help you get more value from every podcast you listen to—so you don't just consume content, you actually apply it.
If you want to grow as a leader (and a human being), this shift will make all the difference.
In this video, you'll learn:
- Why your goal matters more than the podcast itself
- How to listen with an "application lens"
- A simple question that changes everything: Now what?
- How to turn ideas into immediate action
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Does the way you speak as a leader unlock your people's potential or hold it back? In this episode, Kevin and Jeremie Kubicek discuss what it means to be a voice-driven leader and why people development often gets crowded out by the demands of daily work. Jeremie explains that great leadership starts with a real commitment to development, not just delegation, and requires leaders to understand how each person is wired, how they learn, and where they are in their growth journey. Their discussion highlights the importance of meeting people where they are, using the developmental square to guide support through onboarding, immersion, engagement, and multiplication, and helping team members avoid the "pit of despair" that can derail progress.
Jeremie's Story: Jeremie Kubicek is the author of Making Your Leadership Come Alive and The Peace Index, and co-author of The 100X Leader, 5 Voices, 5 Gears, The Communication Code, and the newly released The Voice-Driven Leader: How to Hear, Value, and Maximize Every Voice on Your Team with Steve Cockram. He is a globally recognized speaker and leadership expert dedicated to helping leaders multiply healthy influence and self-awareness. As the co-founder of GiANT Worldwide, he equips leaders and organizations to build cultures of trust, peace, and performance through practical systems of people development.
https://www.giantworldwide.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiekubicek/
https://www.facebook.com/jeremiekubicek
https://x.com/jeremiekubicek
https://www.instagram.com/jeremiekubicek
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Book Recommendations * The Voice-Driven Leader: How to Hear, Value, and Maximize Every Voice on Your Team by Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram * Lead Like Ike: Ten Business Strategies from the CEO of D-Day by Geoff Loftus
Like this? * What it Means to be a 100x Leader with Jeremie Kubicek * Improve Your Relationships One Conversation at a Time with Jeremie Kubicek * Four Keys to Unleashing Your Team's Potential with Phillip B. Wilson * Setting Explicit Expectations with R. Karl Hebenstreit
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Most leaders think feedback starts with what they say.
They're wrong.
If you've ever given feedback and gotten resistance, hesitation, or no real change… this episode is for you.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share a simple but powerful shift: Start with listening, not telling.
You'll learn:
- Why feedback must be accepted before it can be used
- How asking the right question reduces resistance instantly
- The fastest way to turn feedback into a coaching conversation
- What to prepare before any feedback discussion
This approach will help you create better conversations, stronger relationships, and more meaningful results.
Want to go deeper? Check out the Giving Feedback Successfully Masterclass: https://remarkablemasterclass.com
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders create more clarity in uncertain times? In this episode, Kevin and Karl Hebenstreit discuss why clarity has become such a critical leadership need, especially in uncertain times, and why so many performance problems can be traced back to assumptions instead of explicit conversations. They talk about the danger of relying on the Golden Rule in leadership, the importance of moving toward the Platinum Rule by understanding how others want to be treated, and the reality that expectations must flow in every direction, not just from leader to team member. Karl shares practical insights on making one-on-ones more effective, keeping goals current as priorities change, and creating the consistency, communication, coaching, and compassion that build confidence and engagement.
Listen For 00:00 Why clarity matters in leadership 01:49 Guest introduction Karl Hebenstreit 02:50 Why this topic is so timely 03:10 Clarity vs inclusivity in leadership 04:11 Clarity builds confidence 05:36 The big idea behind explicit expectations 05:54 The problem with the golden rule 06:40 Why expectations must be explicit 07:10 Expectations go both ways 09:02 The cost of unclear expectations 11:04 The platinum rule explained 12:22 Emotional intelligence and expectations 13:55 What if you cannot meet expectations 18:06 Why leaders struggle with expectations 20:26 Why one on ones matter 23:09 How to run effective one on ones 25:04 Why goals must be updated regularly 27:04 The seven Cs of expectations 31:57 Final leadership challenge
Karl's Story: R. Karl Hebenstreit Ph.D., PCC, PHR is the author of the PenCraft Award-winning and international conference best-seller The How and Why: Taking Care of Business with the Enneagram (now in its third edition), the PenCraft Award and Readers' Favorite 5-Star Award-winning Nina and the Really, Really Tough Decision (available in English, Spanish, French, Greek, and Portuguese), and the Axiom Award-winning Explicit Expectations: The Essential Guide & Toolkit of Management Fundamentals. He has 25+ years of global experience in the biotechnology, healthcare, telecommunications, high-tech, pharmaceutical, and real estate services industries. He holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology from Alliant International University/California School of Professional Psychology, a MS in Human Resource Management from the Rutgers Graduate School of Management and Labor Relations, and a BA in Psychology, French, and Political Science from Rutgers College. Karl received his executive coaching training through Fielding Graduate University. He is an accredited Enneagram Teacher, an IEA Accredited Professional with Distinction, and is also certified in the Myers-Briggs Type Instrument (MBTI).
http://www.performandfunction.com/
https://linkedin.com/in/rkarlhebenstreit
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Book Recommendations * Explicit Expectations: The Essential Guide & Toolkit of Management Fundamentals by R. Karl Hebenstreit Ph.D. * The How and Why: Taking Care of Business with the Enneagram * Nina and the Really, Really Tough Decision
Like this? * Making One-on-Ones More Effective (in 20 Minutes or Less) * Transforming the Workplace with Purpose and Authenticity with Kelly Winegarden Hall * Coaching Power with Luciana Núñez
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How can leaders build stronger relationships that lead to greater trust, influence, and results? In this episode, Kevin talks with Ravi Rajani about the idea of "relationship currency" and why success in leadership and business ultimately comes down to how effectively we communicate and connect with others. Ravi explains that relationship currency is created when two people engage in a meaningful value exchange focused on helping the other person achieve their goals without self-interest. Their discussion explores the importance of shaping our internal story, recognizing how the labels and identities we give ourselves influence our behavior and conversations. Ravi also reframes charisma as a natural ability we all possess: the capacity to make others feel significant in our presence. He shares practical tools such as giving authentic, specific compliments and asking story-worthy questions that deepen connection. They also examine the role of influence as a positive force for change and the three C's of trust—connection, character, and competence.
Ravi's Story: Ravi Rajani is the author of Relationship Currency: Five Communication Habits for Limitless Influence and Business Success. He is an international keynote speaker, communication expert, and LinkedIn Learning instructor, with over 65,000 people having taken his courses on Conscious and Charismatic Communication. Recognized as one of the world's leading thought leaders in storytelling and communication, Ravi has worked with mission-driven leaders, teams, and organizations such as Oracle NetSuite, T-Mobile, and Sherwin-Williams. Over the years, Ravi has helped companies and people like this become masterful communicators, tell compelling stories, listen with intention and build meaningful relationships that amplify revenue growth and cultivate a culture of trust. Off stage or camera, Ravi lives just outside of London, UK, with his wife, son, daughter and furry little West Highland Terrier.
http://www.theravirajani.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/theravirajani
https://www.youtube.com/@theravirajani
https://www.tiktok.com/@theravirajani
https://www.instagram.com/theravirajani/
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Book Recommendations * Relationship Currency: Five Communication Habits For Limitless Influence and Business Success by Ravi Rajani * Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown
Like this? * Write to Influence with Carla Bass * Improve Your Relationships One Conversation at a Time with Jeremie Kubicek * Relationship Building is Business Building with Mo Bunnell
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Are you willing to ask for help? I've learned that asking for help isn't weakness—it's awareness. And as a leader, it can make all the difference in your results and your relationships.
You've been there—I know I have.
You're stuck. You know you could ask for help… but you don't.
So the real question is: why?
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share why asking for help is one of the most important (and most overlooked) leadership habits—and what happens when we avoid it.
Here's what I want you to think about: - Why asking for help is awareness, not weakness - The real cost of waiting too long to ask - How asking creates stronger connections and better results - Why, as leaders, we must model this behavior for others
If we want more collaboration, better outcomes, and stronger teams, it starts with us being willing to ask.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What would it take for your organization to become truly superintelligent in the age of AI? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Stephen Wunker to explore how leaders must move beyond simply layering AI onto existing processes and instead rethink their organizations from first principles. Steve uses the metaphor of the octopus, with its distributed intelligence and interconnected yet autonomous arms, to explain how AI enables a shift from rigid, top-down hierarchies to flexible, horizontally connected "work charts" where information gets to the right people at the right time. They discuss why electrification and the railroads offer powerful historical parallels, what most organizations are getting wrong about AI adoption, and why middle managers are not becoming obsolete but must evolve into change leaders. This conversation challenges leaders to stop bolting AI onto yesterday's structures and instead reimagine how work gets done.
Stephen's Story: Stephen Wunker is the co-author with Jonathan Brill of AI and the Octopus Organization: Building the Superintelligent Firm. He is the Managing Director of New Markets Advisors, a global consulting firm that helps ambitious innovators—including 29 of the Fortune 500—find their next wave of growth. He's founded four pioneering companies, developed one of the world's first smartphones, and worked with AI initiatives for over a dozen years. A longtime collaborator of Harvard Business School legend Clayton Christensen, Wunker has advised hundreds of organizations and is considered one of the world's leading authorities on innovation. He's written over 100 articles for Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and others, and authored four other bestselling books. Steve holds an MBA with Honors from Harvard Business School, a Master's of Public Administration from Columbia University, and a BA cum laude from Princeton University.
https://www.newmarketsadvisors.com/books/ai-and-the-octopus-organization
https://www.newmarketsadvisors.com/speaker
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenwunker/
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Book Recommendations * AI and the Octopus Organization: Building the Superintelligent Firm by Jonathan Brill and Stephen Wunker * Why New Technologies Don't Transform Incumants - an HBR article
Like this? * How AI Can Help You Create a SuperIntelligent Enterprise with Nada Sanders * The Octopus Organization with Phil Le-Brun
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Are you unintentionally slowing your team down by rewarding overpreparation?
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I explore a leadership trap many of us fall into: equating more preparation with better results. But in today's fast-moving, uncertain world, that assumption can cost us time, momentum, and better decisions.
You'll learn:
- Why "what gets rewarded gets done" matters more than you think
- The difference between progress and polish
- How overpreparation is often fear in disguise
- Why more prep doesn't always lead to better decisions
- How leaders set the tone for speed, clarity, and results
If you want a team that moves faster, thinks better, and delivers results—not just polished presentations—this episode is for you.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if you treated every meeting you lead as a product you were responsible for designing? In this conversation, Kevin sits down with Rebecca Hinds to explore why meetings—arguably the most important product in any organization—are often created with less intention than the products and services we sell. Rebecca shares why meetings become organizational "junk drawers" and explains how applying a product-design lens can transform them from time drains into high-leverage leadership tools. Drawing on the seven principles from her book, she challenges leaders to rethink meeting volume, confront "meeting debt," clarify communication systems, and use meaningful measures like return on time investment to evaluate effectiveness.
Rebecca's Story: Rebecca Hinds is the author of Your Best Meeting Ever: 7 Principles for Designing Meetings that Get Things Done. She is a leading expert on organizational behavior and the future of work and holds a BS, MS, and PhD from Stanford University. Rebecca founded the Work Innovation Lab at Asana and the Work AI Institute at Glean, first-of-their-kind corporate think tanks dedicated to conducting cutting-edge research on the future of work. Her research is consistently featured in top-tier publications and has appeared in places like Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Fast Company, Wired, TIME, CNBC, Bloomberg, Axios, the Washington Post, and more. Rebecca has been invited to speak on major stages all across the world, including Dreamforce, SXSW, INBOUND, Ai4, Cloudfest, and the Gartner Digital Workplace Summit. She regularly appears on podcasts, webinars, and online education programs, including appearances on Adam Grant's Worklife podcast, Deloitte's Capital H podcast, and as an instructor for CNBC's Make It Masterclass, "How to Use AI to be More Productive and Successful at Work."
https://www.rebeccahinds.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-hinds/
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Book Recommendations * Your Best Meeting Ever: 7 Principles for Designing Meetings That Get Things Done by Rebecca Hinds * When the Dove Appears by Steve Barley
Like this? * Making Meetings Matter with Elise Keith * Managing the Modern (Hybrid) Meeting with Karin Reed * Reducing Meeting Fatigue (in 20 minutes or less) with Jennifer Moss
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How often do you think about your habits?
The reality is that a large portion of what we do every day is automatic. And while habits help us function efficiently, they can also quietly limit our growth—especially if we never stop to examine them.
In this episode, I explore the double-edged nature of habits: why they are essential, why they can be dangerous, and how unexamined habits may be holding you—and your organization—back from improving.
If you want to grow as a leader, it starts with awareness.
Resources & Next Steps If you'd like help improving your leadership or your organization's results, reach out: info@kevineikenberry.com
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Are you designing your employee experience or just letting it happen? Most leaders talk about employee experience, but few intentionally shape it. In this episode, Kevin sits down with Dean Carter to explore why that's a costly mistake. Dean gets to the point: What do your employees actually experience every single day? Because while culture is what your organization is, employee experience is what your people feel. Dean emphasizes that designing employee experience must be intentional, continuous, and co-created with employees rather than imposed on them. He also shares real stories showing how listening in real time, acting on feedback, and giving people genuine agency can transform engagement, trust, and performance, even in struggling organizations.
Dean's Story: Dean E. Carter is the co-author of Employee Experience Design: How to Co-create Work Where People and Organizations Thrive. He is newly named CEO at Instill.ai and has over two decades of experience as an executive officer for renowned, and Fortune50 companies, such as Patagonia and Sears, as well as a board director for private and publicly traded companies. His views on employee experience and the future of work are frequently featured in global publications, podcasts, corporate events, and mainstage keynotes.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deancarter/
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Book Recommendations * Employee Experience Design: How to Co-create Work Where People and Organizations Thrive by Dean E. Carter, Samantha Gadd , Mark Levy * Primal Intelligence: You Are Smarter Than You Know by Angus Fletcher
Like this? * Understanding the Employee Experience with Jacob Morgan * Leading Change Intelligently with Barbara Trautlein * Building Community (in 20 minutes or less) with Jennifer Moss
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Clarity is one of the most powerful — and most overlooked — leadership advantages. When leaders are clear about goals, priorities, strategy, and expectations, their teams can perform at a much higher level. But when clarity is missing, confusion spreads quickly throughout the organization.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, we explore a critical leadership question: Are your leaders clear?
Want help building clarity in your organization? Email info@kevineikenberry.com
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How does understanding the anatomy of leadership help us navigate personal and organizational change more effectively? In this conversation, Kevin and Louisa Loran discuss that while transformation often feels large, complex, and organizational, it is ultimately experienced and enacted by one person at a time. Louisa describes leadership as a living system with four interconnected elements: envisioning what is possible, expanding curiosity to explore new options, steering decisively through priorities and choices, and embodying presence so others can trust and follow. They address how leaders can navigate change, especially when they don't fully agree with directions set from above. Louisa emphasizes that change is rarely black and white. Instead of resisting or disengaging, effective leaders find their own point of alignment, clarify how they can contribute meaningfully, and channel their energy toward what they can influence.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction – Leading Through Technology and People 00:38 Welcome to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast 01:26 Meet Louisa Loran (Author of Leadership Anatomy in Motion) 02:31 Why "Leadership Anatomy"? The Core Idea Behind the Book 03:43 Why Change Is Personal, Not Organizational 05:31 What If You Don't Believe in the Change as a Leader? 09:16 The 4 Elements of Leadership Anatomy 11:23 The Power of Collective Intelligence in Teams 18:04 Strategy, Framing, and Thinking Beyond Current Constraints 19:42 Why Busyness Is So Dangerous for Leaders 22:29 Rethinking Work with Zero-Based Thinking 24:15 Why Change Takes Time to Take Hold 25:30 Louisa's Personal Reset: Dancing and Life Outside Work 26:26 What Louisa Is Reading Right Now 29:47 Where to Connect with Louisa + Her New Book 30:34 Kevin's Final Leadership Question: "Now What?"
Louisa's Story: Louisa Loran is the author of Leadership Anatomy in Motion: Empowering You to Lead Through Technology and People. She has led transformative growth across some of the world's most respected companies—DIAGEO, MAERSK, and Google. At Google, Louisa launched a billion-dollar supply chain solutions business, doubled growth in a global industry vertical, and led strategic business transformation for the company's largest customers in EMEA—working at the forefront of AI, data, and platform innovation. At MAERSK, she co-authored the strategy that redefined the brand globally and doubled its share price, helping pivot the company from traditional shipping to integrated logistics. Her career began in the luxury and FMCG space with Moët Hennessy and DIAGEO, where she built iconic brands and led innovation at the intersection of heritage and digital transformation. Louisa also serves on the boards of Copenhagen Business School and CataCap Private Equity
https://www.louisaloran.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-loran/
Looking to Develop Stronger Leaders? Want help developing the leaders in your organization? Reach out to explore how the Kevin Eikenberry Group can support your team at info@kevineikenberry.com.
Book Recommendations * Leadership Anatomy in Motion: Empowering You to Lead Through Technology and People by Louisa Loran * The Hour Between Dog and Wolf: How Risk Taking Transforms Us, Body and Mind by John Coates * The Inner Game of Tennis: The Classic Guide to the Mental Side of Peak Performance by W. Timothy Gallwey * Fusion Strategy: How Real-Time Data and AI Will Power the Industrial Future by Vijay Govindarajan and Venkat Venkatraman
Like this? * The Psychology of Leadership with Sébastien Page * Creating Strength in Chaos with Kevin Black
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Have you ever had an idea that felt perfectly clear in your head… until you tried explaining it?
Suddenly someone asks a question, and the idea that seemed so solid starts to fall apart.
In this episode, I explore a simple but powerful idea: thoughts are fuzzy, words bring clarity.
When we put our thoughts into words—whether spoken or written—we begin to see them more clearly. That clarity helps us communicate better, strengthen relationships, and lead more effectively.
I share why this happens and offer practical examples you can use immediately with your team and colleagues.
Key Ideas From This Episode * Why ideas feel clearer in our heads than they actually are * How speaking our thoughts exposes gaps in our thinking * Why writing things down can sharpen clarity * How leaders can communicate expectations and boundaries more effectively * Why assumptions hurt communication—and how conversation fixes them * How teams gain clarity through discussion
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Why is emotional intelligence no longer optional for leaders facing change and challenging conversations? Amy Jacobson joins Kevin to discuss what emotional intelligence really is and why it matters more than ever. They explore emotional intelligence as a skill, not an identity, emphasizing that EQ shows up in the how and why behind our decisions and behaviors. Amy shares a common misconception about emotional intelligence, clarifying that it isn't about avoiding conflict, being agreeable, or maintaining constant positivity, but about understanding emotions, regulating responses, and choosing actions that move people and outcomes forward. Amy also introduces relatable metaphors, such as treating change as if it were "your baby," to explain why leaders often overlook the emotional experience of those affected by change.
Amy's Story: Amy Jacobson is the author of Emotional Intelligence: A Simple and Actionable Guide to Increasing Performance, Engagement and Ownership and her new book The Emotional Intelligence Advantage: Mastering Change and Difficult Conversations. She is an emotional intelligence and human behavior specialist. Previously featured in Fast Company, The Daily Telegraph, News.com.au and more, Jacobson trains corporations, companies and groups large and small in both private and public sectors about the importance of emotional intelligence. She uses simple, actionable strategies—and a bit of tough love where needed—to help leaders and employees understand that no matter what industry you are part of, our biggest challenges are always the same. When she's not working, Jacobson enjoys musicals, basketball, traveling and dining out. She and her husband, Mark, share two teenage children.
This Episode is brought to you by... Flexible Leadership is every leader's guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos.
Book Recommendations * Emotional Intelligence: A Simple and Actionable Guide to Increasing Performance, Engagement and Ownership by Amy Jacobson * The Emotional Intelligence Advantage: Mastering Change and Difficult Conversations by Amy Jacobson
Like this? * Leading Change Intelligently with Barbara Trautlein * Making Change Work with Brendon Baker * Building Emotionally Intelligent Teams with Vanessa Druskat
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Are you thinking enough?
In a world filled with constant notifications, endless meetings, and nonstop busyness, deep thinking has become rare. But leadership isn't built on reacting — it's built on thoughtful decisions.
If you want better results, stronger influence, and smarter choices, you must protect time to think.
In this episode, I'll share:
- Why modern work works against real thinking
- How automatic habits limit better leadership decisions
- What leaders should actually be thinking about
- How thinking sets you apart professionally
- 3 practical ways to schedule and protect thinking time
Leadership is ultimately about decision-making. And better decisions require better thinking.
If you're serious about growing as a leader, this may be the advantage you've been overlooking.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can organizations become more adaptable in a world of constant change? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Phil Le-Brun to explore why traditional change efforts often fail and what companies should do to succeed in today's complex environment. Phil introduces the metaphor of the octopus organization, a model for agility and continuous learning. He contrasts it with the outdated tin man approach that views people as interchangeable parts in a machine. Kevin and Phil discuss the difference between complicated and complex systems, emphasizing why leaders must move beyond linear plans and embrace learning as the path to change. They also discuss how clarity, ownership, and curiosity form the foundation of adaptability and why leaders must foster environments where these traits can thrive.
Phil's Story: Phil Le-Brun is the co-author of The Octopus Organization: A Guide to Thriving in a World of Continuous Transformation with Jana Werner. He is an executive in residence at Amazon Web Services and a former corporate VP and international CIO at McDonald's Corporation. At McDonald's, he co-led the consolidation and modernization of technology across thirty-eight thousand restaurants globally. In his current role, Phil engages with Fortune 500 executives and their teams and with public-sector customers to mentor, advise, and guide them on their journeys to become more adaptable organizations. He is a sought-after speaker and has been featured in Harvard Business Review, the Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian.
https://www.theoctopusorganization.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillebrun/
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Book Recommendations * The Octopus Organization: A Guide to Thriving in a World of Continuous Transformation by Phil Le-Brun and Jana Werner * Genius at Scale: How Great Leaders Drive Innovation by Linda A. Hill, Emily Tedards, and Jason Wild
Like this? * Wiring the Winning Organization with Gene Kim * Handing Over the Mic: Exploring Flexible Leadership with Julie Winkle Giulioni
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Are you trying to develop yourself on your own?
Let's be clear: There is no such thing as a self-made leader.
Leadership can be lonely — but you can't develop as a leader alone.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I talk about:
✔️ Why trying to "figure it out yourself" slows your growth ✔️ Why leadership development is a team sport ✔️ How to find your people ✔️ How to create a development process ✔️ Why feedback from your team matters more than you think ✔️ What organizations must do to support their leaders
If you're serious about growing as a leader, the most important question isn't:
"How can I do this myself?"
It's:
"Who's helping me grow?"
If you'd like to talk about how we can support your leaders, email us at info@kevineikenberry.com for a no-obligation conversation.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Are meetings burning out your team? In the final episode of this five-part series, Kevin and workplace culture expert Jennifer Moss examine how meeting overload drives burnout and reduces productivity. Data shows a 252% increase in Microsoft Teams meetings since 2019 and the rise of "pajama hours," when employees feel compelled to catch up on work during off-hours. Jennifer explains why video calls exhaust us more than we realize and why phone calls might be your secret weapon against fatigue. They share practical strategies: conduct a calendar audit, convert some meetings to asynchronous formats, and invite people only when they're truly needed. They also challenge leaders to reframe declining meetings; it's not a slight, it's a gift of time.
Jennifer's Story: Jennifer Moss specializes in future-focused leadership development, expertly balancing employee well-being with performance. As an award-winning writer and internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, she specializes in transforming workplace culture using data-driven leadership strategies. Her book The Burnout Epidemic tackled employee burnout and was among Thinkers50's "10 Best New Management Books for 2022." Her latest book is WHY ARE WE HERE?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants (Harvard Business Review Press; 2025)
https://www.jennifer-moss.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenleighmoss/
https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7221183318774403072/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGW43a_jDAA4txctjAyaStg
Book Recommendations * Why Are We Here?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants by Jennifer Moss * The Burnout Epidemic: The Rise of Chronic Stress and How We Can Fix It by Jennifer Moss
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What if projects weren't just part of work but how work gets done in your organization? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez to discuss the project economy and why treating projects as "side work" is no longer an option for leaders. Antonio challenges traditional hierarchies and operational mindsets, making the case that today's value creation, innovation, and transformation happen primarily through projects. He also explains why mindset matters more than tools and why project leaders must think like entrepreneurs who own outcomes, fight for value, and bring problems into the open rather than hide them. Kevin and Antonio explore the critical skills leaders need to move from managing tasks to leading change, including building real teams, understanding the business impact of projects, and having the courage to challenge senior leaders when priorities are unclear.
Antonio's Story: Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez is the author of five books, including the Harvard Business Review Project Management Handbook and his latest book, Powered by Projects: Leading Your Organization in the Transformation Age. He is a world-leading expert in project management, strategy execution, and organizational transformation. He is the creator of the "project economy" concept, which advocates that organizations shift from traditional hierarchical structures to fully project-driven ones—where change, innovation, and strategy come to life through projects. Antonio was selected as one of the top 50 most influential management thinkers in the world by Thinkers50 in both 2023 and 2025. He previously served as chairman of the Project Management Institute and is a visiting professor at top business schools, including Duke CE, IE Business School, and Skolkovo.
This Episode is brought to you by... Flexible Leadership is every leader's guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos.
Book Recommendations * Powered by Projects: Leading Your Organization in the Transformation Age by Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez * When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows . . .: Common Knowledge and the Mysteries of Money, Power, and Everyday Life by Steven Pinker
Like this? * Leadership in Project Management with Lou Russell * Creating Meaningful Work with Wes Adams and Tamara Myles * Building and Leading High Performance and Championship Teams with Chantal Vallée
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Most leaders are told, "You need to delegate."
And that's true — if you delegate correctly.
But here's the real question I want you to consider:
Are you delegating work… or developing people?
In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, I challenge the common view of delegation as simply a time-management tactic. Done poorly, delegation is just handing off tasks. Done well, it becomes one of the most powerful tools you have to develop others.
In this episode, I'll walk you through:
- The critical difference between delegating work and developing people
- Three questions to help you diagnose your delegation mindset
- Why delegation isn't really about time management
- How organizations should rethink how they teach delegation
- Why delegation framed as coaching transforms your leadership impact
If you want to grow as a leader — and help others grow too — this conversation matters.
🔔 Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss future episodes designed to help you reach your potential as a leader and as a human being.
If the second half of this resonated with you — especially around how your organization develops leaders — we should talk.
Email us at info@kevineikenberry.com and we'll schedule a no-obligation conversation about what's happening with your leaders and how we might help.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders build better workplace culture by rethinking hybrid work? In this fourth episode of the culture mini-series, Kevin and Jennifer Moss look at how hybrid work habits are quietly shaping workplace culture in ways that undermine both people and performance, often without leaders realizing it. They argue that treating in-office and remote days identically is a missed opportunity and that leaders should design distinct expectations for each work context. They discuss why many employees feel frustrated by return-to-office mandates when the work itself hasn't changed, and how this disconnect erodes trust and motivation. The conversation highlights a simple shift leaders can make: use in-office days for collaboration, relationship-building, and shared experiences, while protecting remote days for focused, uninterrupted work.
Jennifer's Story: Jennifer Moss specializes in future-focused leadership development, expertly balancing employee well-being with performance. As an award-winning writer and internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, she specializes in transforming workplace culture using data-driven leadership strategies. Her book The Burnout Epidemic tackled employee burnout and was among Thinkers50's "10 Best New Management Books for 2022." Her latest book is WHY ARE WE HERE?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants (Harvard Business Review Press; 2025)
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Book Recommendations * Why Are We Here?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants by Jennifer Moss * The Burnout Epidemic: The Rise of Chronic Stress and How We Can Fix It by Jennifer Moss
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What if the secret to effective leadership isn't control, but surrender? In this episode, Kevin speaks with Jessica Kriegel, who redefines surrender as a courageous choice: releasing the illusion of control and focusing on what leaders can influence: the experiences they create for their teams. Their conversation explores the delusion of control in hierarchical organizations, the pitfalls of over-management, and why leadership driven by fear and micromanagement is both unsustainable and self-limiting. Jessica also shares her S.H.I.F.T. framework, a practical model for transforming leadership mindsets. The key insight? Surrendering doesn't mean giving up; it means leading with clarity, compassion, and accountability
Jessica's Story: Jessica Kriegel is the author of Unfairly Labeled and her latest book with Joe Terry, Surrender to Lead: The Counterintuitive Approach to Driving Extraordinary Results. She is a workplace culture expert, keynote speaker, and researcher. As Chief Strategy Officer at Culture Partners, she leads research that challenges outdated ideas about control, power, and performance—offering bold new frameworks that drive real business results. She's the host of the CEO Daily Brief and Culture Leaders podcasts, and a frequent guest on CNN, Fox Business, CNBC, and Bloomberg. Jessica holds an MBA and a doctorate in leadership with a specialization in Human Resources Development. She is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity and is also a trained death doula, a role that deepens her presence and perspective as a leader. When she's not doing all that, she's cruising around Sacramento, California in a motorcycle sidecar with her eight-year-old daughter.
http://www.surrendertolead.com/
http://www.jessicakriegel.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicakriegel/
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Book Recommendations * Surrender to Lead: The Counterintuitive Approach to Driving Extraordinary Results by Jessica Kriegel and Joe Terry * Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis
Like this? * Transforming the Workplace with Purpose and Authenticity with Kelly Winegarden Hall * Breaking Through the Beliefs That Limit Your Potential with Muriel Wilkins
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Is coasting costing you?
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I want to explore a simple but important question—when does coasting help us, and when does it quietly start holding us back?
Coasting can absolutely be useful. It can save energy. It can give us needed rest. But if we aren't paying attention, coasting can also cause us to lose momentum, give up control, and drift away from intentional leadership.
In this episode, I share:
- When coasting is helpful—and when it isn't
- Why coasting often leads to a loss of intentionality
- How resting too long can stall progress
- Why progress is often the hidden cost of coasting
There is a time to coast and a time to accelerate—and both are a choice. The key is making sure your choice to coast is clear-eyed and intentional.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders bridge the growing generational divide in today's workplace? In this third episode of our special five-part series, Changing Your Culture in Twenty Minutes or Less, Kevin and workplace culture expert Jennifer Moss discuss the realities of generational stereotypes. With five generations now working together for the first time in history, misunderstandings and miscommunications are inevitable. Jennifer and Kevin challenge the lazy labels and instead encourage leaders to embrace explicit communication, check their biases, and reimagine onboarding and development with clarity and purpose in mind. They share the importance of explaining not just what needs to be done, but how and why, creating a more inclusive and effective workplace culture.
Jennifer's Story: Jennifer Moss specializes in future-focused leadership development, expertly balancing employee well-being with performance. As an award-winning writer and internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, she specializes in transforming workplace culture using data-driven leadership strategies. Her book The Burnout Epidemic tackled employee burnout and was among Thinkers50's "10 Best New Management Books for 2022." Her latest book is WHY ARE WE HERE?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants (Harvard Business Review Press; 2025)
https://www.jennifer-moss.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenleighmoss/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGW43a_jDAA4txctjAyaStg
https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7221183318774403072/
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Book Recommendations * Why Are We Here?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants by Jennifer Moss * The Burnout Epidemic: The Rise of Chronic Stress and How We Can Fix It by Jennifer Moss
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What if the most effective strategy for leading change isn't fear-based urgency, but love? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Mohammad Anwar to explore a rethinking of how leaders can approach change by centering people, building trust, and creating psychological safety. Together, Kevin and Mohammad discuss why traditional change management approaches fail, how fear activates resistance, and why prioritizing emotional intelligence and human connection leads to sustainable transformation. They dive into six behavioral principles that underpin "love as a change strategy," including embracing discomfort, practicing empathetic curiosity, and wielding influence effectively. Mohammad also challenges conventional models like Maslow's hierarchy, advocating instead for love and belonging as the true foundation of human needs.
Listen For 00:00 Why change requires leadership 00:35 Podcast welcome and purpose 01:39 Introducing Mohammad Anwar 03:35 The big idea Love as a Change Strategy 04:59 Defining love in a business context 07:38 The problem with fear based change 08:30 How love became the strategy 09:38 Personal crisis and leadership turning point 12:35 Football story and love as performance fuel 15:19 Why Maslow's hierarchy misses the mark 17:22 The six principles of leading change 22:55 Why empathetic curiosity matters 26:41 The hardest principle embrace discomfort 29:48 Choose your hard 32:34 Where to learn more and get the book 33:27 Final reflection now what
Mohammad's Story: Mohammad Anwar is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Love as a Business Strategy: Resilience, Belonging & Success and his latest book, Love as a Change Strategy. He is the President and CEO of Softway and Culture+. A proud American Leadership Forum Senior Fellow (Class 59), Mohammad's story is as bold as his ideas. At just 20 years old, while still pursuing his B.S. in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics at the University of Houston, Mohammad launched Softway with his family. What began in 2003 as a small web development company for local merchants has since grown into a global, people-first consulting firm specializing in digital transformation, culture, communication, and AI integration—without sacrificing humanity.
https://www.softway.com/
https://www.culture-plus.com/
https://www.loveasastrategy.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/manwarsoftway/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/teamsoftway/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/culture_plus/
https://loveasachangestrategy.com/
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Book Recommendations * Love as a Change Strategy: Innovation, Growth, and Transformation by Mohammad F. Anwar, Frank E. Danna, Jeffrey F. Ma, Christopher J. Pitre * Wisdom Takes Work: Learn. Apply. Repeat. (The Stoic Virtues Series) by Ryan Holiday * Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman's OpenAI by Karen Hao
Like this? * Becoming a Change Maker with Alex Budak * The Problem with Change with Ashley Goodall * The Art of Change with Jeff DeGraff
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When are you cynical?
It's a simple question—but an important one. Because cynicism doesn't just affect how you see the world. It affects what you learn, what you notice, and how you lead.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I explore what really happens when we become cynical—and why cynicism is less a personality trait and more a mental habit and choice. When we're cynical, we stop being curious, we stop learning, and our attitude (and the attitudes of those around us) suffers.
The good news? Any habit can be changed. I'll share a simple but powerful replacement strategy that can help you move from cynicism to curiosity—so you can see more possibilities and lead more effectively.
If you want to grow as a leader and a human being, make sure you subscribe here on YouTube—and check out the Remarkable Leadership Podcast for even more leadership insights every week.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Are your one-on-one meetings building your culture or just filling your calendar? In this second episode of our special five-part series, Changing Your Culture in Twenty Minutes or Less, Kevin is joined once again by workplace culture expert Jennifer Moss to explore the often-overlooked power of effective one-on-one meetings. Kevin shares a simple three-part framework to make your one-on-ones more engaging and efficient: talk about non-work, their list, and your list. This joint-ownership model transforms these meetings from a task into a tool for connection, clarity, and performance. Jennifer adds insights on how effective one-on-ones can shift leadership from a push strategy to a pull strategy, where people want to participate rather than feel forced.
Jennifer's Story: Jennifer Moss specializes in future-focused leadership development, expertly balancing employee well-being with performance. As an award-winning writer and internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, she specializes in transforming workplace culture using data-driven leadership strategies. Her book The Burnout Epidemic tackled employee burnout and was among Thinkers50's "10 Best New Management Books for 2022." Her latest book is WHY ARE WE HERE?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants (Harvard Business Review Press; 2025)
https://www.jennifer-moss.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenleighmoss/ https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7221183318774403072/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGW43a_jDAA4txctjAyaStg
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Book Recommendations * Why Are We Here?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants by Jennifer Moss * The Burnout Epidemic: The Rise of Chronic Stress and How We Can Fix It by Jennifer Moss
How can leaders ensure their message lands with clarity, confidence, and influence? In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry sits down with Dr. Laura Sicola to discuss how leaders can strengthen their influence by mastering their leadership voice. Laura introduces her "vocal executive presence" framework, built around the three Cs: Command the room, Connect with the audience, and Close the deal. Kevin and Laura break down the three communication channels every leader uses—verbal, vocal, and visual—and why alignment across all three is essential for credibility. They unpack common leadership communication pitfalls, such as overwhelming others with too much "relevant" information instead of focusing on what is truly essential, and how habits like vocal fry, weak openings, or cluttered slides can quietly erode influence. Laura also shares memorable frameworks, including the 60-to-60 rule for opening meetings and the "prismatic voice" to remain authentic in different situations.
Laura's Story: Dr. Laura Sicola is an executive communication coach, 3x TEDx speaker, and author of Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice. With over two decades of experience working with Fortune 500 companies, global nonprofits, and government agencies, she empowers leaders to show up powerfully and speak with confidence in high-stakes conversations. Her proprietary "Vocal Executive Presence" framework helps leaders command the room, connect with their audience, and close the deal. She is a cognitive linguist by training and former faculty at the University of Pennsylvania. Her TEDx talk has nearly 7 million views, and her client list includes Amazon, Intel, HP, Kaiser Permanente, and the U.S. Department of Commerce.
https://laurasicola.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola https://x.com/LauraSicola https://www.facebook.com/drlaurasicola/ https://www.youtube.com/@LauraSicolainc https://www.tiktok.com/@laurasicola https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speaking-to-influence/id1515649028
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Book Recommendations * Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice by Dr. Laura Sicola * Mental and Emotional Release by Dr. Matt James and Tris Thorp
Like this? * Influence Redefined with Stacey Hanke * You Have More Influence Than You Think with Vanessa Bohns * Increase Your Leadership Influence wirh Jake Thompson
Are your desires helping you move forward—or quietly getting in your way?
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share a simple but powerful leadership lesson inspired by intermittent fasting. While the example starts with food, the real message is about how momentary desires—often driven by habits and situations—can pull us off our long-term path.
Desire is powerful. It can motivate us. But if we don't keep it in perspective, it can also distract us from the future we truly want.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if changing your culture didn't require a massive initiative, but just twenty focused minutes at a time? In this special five-part podcast series, Kevin Eikenberry is joined by Jennifer Moss for a practical, thought-provoking exploration of how leaders can create meaningful cultural change through small, intentional actions. How can leaders rebuild a sense of community at work when time feels scarce and connection feels optional? In this episode, Kevin and Jennifer focus on how leaders can strengthen community by intentionally creating small but powerful opportunities for connection. This conversation centers on the growing loss of connection in modern workplaces and why community is not a "nice to have," but a strategic priority. Kevin and Jennifer explore research showing that friendships at work drive engagement, retention, psychological safety, and performance, yet are steadily declining as workloads increase and people default to working in isolation. They share practical examples to create opportunities for people to come together, like stepping away from desks to eat together, celebrating small wins, and starting meetings with brief personal connection activities.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction and series overview 00:35 Meet Jennifer Moss 01:26 How this series was created 02:22 What changing culture in 20 minutes really means 03:22 Why community matters at work 04:18 The loss of connection at work 05:05 Why friendships at work matter 06:17 Being a leader and a human 08:12 What we mean by rituals 09:27 Lunch as a culture building ritual 10:25 Gratitude and recognition rituals 11:24 Celebrating small wins and milestones 12:29 Kevin's virtual team ritual example 14:26 Remote work and intentional community 15:56 Making time for rituals 16:49 The now what question 17:36 Subscribe and series preview
Jennifer's Story: Jennifer Moss specializes in future-focused leadership development, expertly balancing employee well-being with performance. As an award-winning writer and internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, she specializes in transforming workplace culture using data-driven leadership strategies. Her book The Burnout Epidemic tackled employee burnout and was among Thinkers50's "10 Best New Management Books for 2022." Her latest book is WHY ARE WE HERE?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants (Harvard Business Review Press; 2025)
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How can disruption become a powerful tool to reshape your future? Patrick Leddin joins Kevin to discuss how leaders and individuals can reframe disruption as an opportunity for growth. Drawing on his collaboration with bestselling author James Patterson and research from hundreds of interviews, Patrick introduces the Positive Disruptor Loop (Discern, Behave, Achieve, and Refine) and explains how to apply it to personal decisions, team dynamics, and organizational challenges. Patrick and Kevin also discuss how our responses to disruption shape our success, why discernment and reflection are crucial leadership practices, and how embracing disruption can unlock both innovation and stability.
Listen For 00:00 Change, resistance, and disruption 01:23 Guest introduction Patrick Leddin 03:30 Big idea of the book purpose plus disruption 04:32 COVID and the origins of the research 06:09 James Patterson and self disruption 08:15 Redefining disruption as opportunity 10:38 Disruption as a life skill and leadership skill 15:19 The Positive Disruptor Loop overview 16:17 Discernment choosing how to respond 18:11 Strengths and behavior in disruption 19:03 Achieving impact at multiple levels 20:31 Refinement and learning through reflection 22:46 Why discernment and reflection matter most 25:25 The five disruption roles explained 27:03 Context and conscious leadership choices 29:56 Resilience built through experience 32:03 Personal insights and fun 34:06 Where to learn more and final thoughts 35:45 Final challenge what action will you take
Patrick's Story: Patrick Leddin, PhD, is the co-author with James Patterson of Disrupt Everything and Win: Take Control of Your Future. He has extensive hands-on leadership experience: in the 82nd Airborne Division as an airborne ranger infantry officer and in the private sector as a senior business consultant at KPMG Consulting and FranklinCovey. He founded and built two successful companies and is a sought-after global speaker, a top-ranked podcast host, and the author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller The 5‑Week Leadership Challenge: 35 Action Steps to Become the Leader You Were Meant to Be. While on the faculty at Vanderbilt University, he served as director of the Program of Business Studies and led the Disruption Project, a multiyear study of success in the face of disruption.
https://patrickleddin.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickleddin/
https://www.facebook.com/patrick.leddin
https://www.instagram.com/patrickleddin
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Book Recommendations * Disrupt Everything―and Win: Take Control of Your Future by James Patterson, Patrick Leddin PhD * The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab * 12 Months to Live: A Jane Smith Thriller by James Patterson, Mike Lupica
Like this? * Leading Through Disruption with Tony Hunter * The Disruption Mindset with Charlene Li * The Upside of Disruption with Terence Mauri
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I've said it for a long time: leadership is leverage.
In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, I explain why leadership is the key lever for creating greater focus, better collaboration, clearer communication, and stronger results in any organization.
Big goals are rarely achieved alone. But simply putting people together doesn't guarantee success either. Leadership is what aligns effort, directs focus, and turns potential into performance.
If you want better outcomes in your organization, the fastest and most effective place to invest is in your leaders.
If this message resonates and you're thinking, "We need more of this," my team and I may be able to help. Reach out to us for a no-obligation conversation at info@kevineikenberry.com.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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How can simply asking better questions make you a more effective leader? Kevin sits down with Dominic Ashley-Timms and Laura Ashley-Timms to discuss moving from directive leadership towards an approach centered on inquiry. Drawing on their experience working with leaders globally, they share practical insights into how small changes in how we engage, particularly through purposeful, well-timed questions, can lead to greater team engagement, reduced burnout, and a culture of accountability. They present the STAR® model—Stop, Think, Ask, Result—as a tool for developing more purposeful leadership styles. They also explain how to establish coachable moments, highlight the importance of truly listening, and share strategies to help others develop a stronger sense of initiative and responsibility.
Their Story: Dominic Ashley-Timms and Laura Ashley-Timms co-authored their best-seller, The Answer is a Question – The Missing Superpower That Changes Everything and Will Transform Your Impact as a Manager and Leader. They are the co-founders of Notion, an international performance improvement consultancy established in 2000. With a team of experts, their company has been recognized for its work with FTSE and Fortune 500 clients with a string of awards for innovation, learning design and commercial impact for their measurable solutions, beating out industry titans. Driven by their mission to transform management and leadership globally, they created the scalable STAR® Manager experiential program, which led to an unprecedented invitation from the UK Government to subject STAR® Manager to the largest scientific study in the world - independently evaluated by the London School of Economics - to assess its impact.
https://starmanager.global/podcast/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-ashley-timms
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-ashley-timms/
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The world doesn't get better unless someone leads — and that someone can be you.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share why leadership is both a responsibility and an opportunity, and why you don't need a title, position, or all the answers to begin leading.
Leadership can happen anywhere:
- On your team
- In your organization
- In your family
- In your community
In this episode, I talk about:
- Why asking questions matters more than having answers
- Why leadership is about desire, not title
- The difference between seeing problems and actually leading
- How leadership helps move us toward a better future
My hope is that this episode both excites you and stretches you — because that balance is where strong, humble leadership begins.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders develop everyday courage in the face of uncertainty? In this episode, Kevin welcomes back Ranjay Gulati to discuss how courage is not something you're born with; it's a mindset that anyone can develop through intentional effort. Ranjay introduces his Nine Cs framework for building everyday courage and shares practical stories and insights to help leaders move from fear to action.
Ranjay's Story: Ranjay Gulati is the author of Deep Purpose (2022) and How to Be Bold. He is the Paul R. Lawrence MBA Class of 1942 Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. His pioneering work focuses on unlocking organizational and individual potential—embracing courage, nurturing purpose-driven leaders, driving growth, and transforming businesses. He is the recipient of the 2024 CK Prahalad Award for Scholarly Impact on Practice and was ranked as one of the top ten most cited scholars in Economics and Business over a decade by ISI-Incite. The Economist, Financial Times, and the Economist Intelligence Unit have listed him as among the top handful of business school scholars whose work is most relevant to management practice. He is a Thinkers50 top management scholar, speaks regularly to executive audiences, and serves on the board of several entrepreneurial ventures. He holds a PhD from Harvard University and a Master's degree from MIT. He lives in Newton, Massachusetts with his wife and two children.
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Book Recommendations * How to Be Bold: The Surprising Science of Everyday Courage by Ranjay Gulati * To Risk It All: Nine Conflicts and the Crucible of Decision by Admiral James Stavridis USN * The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg * How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
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How can you improve your success rate on any new project?
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share a simple but powerful concept that can dramatically improve your results: Integration.
This is the third episode in the New Year, New You series, and it builds on the first two ideas—Insight and Intention—to show you how to turn what you've learned into better outcomes going forward.
Here's the core idea:
Integration = Insight + Intention
When you intentionally apply what you've learned from past experiences to your next plan, your chances of success go way up—on projects, goals, and even New Year's resolutions.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Why reflection alone isn't enough
- How insight and intention work together
- A simple way to increase your success rate on future projects
- How better inputs lead to better outcomes
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What can the most impactful conversations of the year teach us about succeeding as leaders in today's world? In this special year-end episode, Kevin takes a reflective journey through 2025, sharing the top five most listened-to episodes and the powerful leadership lessons they offered. From mastering internal clarity to exploring the role of psychological safety and identity, Kevin revisits the big ideas that resonated most with listeners and shares how you can apply them to your leadership journey. Major themes that emerged across the podcast this year include leadership becoming more human, meaningful work as a leadership responsibility, communication as a skill multiplier, navigating complexity with flexibility, and mindset as the new leadership advantage. Coming in January, he'll launch a five-week bonus mini-series with past guest Jennifer Moss called "Change Your Culture in 20 Minutes or Less." Each short episode will provide specific, practical actions you can take to shape a more intentional and impactful workplace culture.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction and purpose of the episode 01:02 Overview of the top five podcast episodes of 2025 01:59 Episode 1 thriving versus surviving and gaining perspective 03:54 Episode 2 communicating with presence preparation and emotional clarity 05:10 Episode 3 creating meaningful work through leadership 06:39 Episode 4 mastering questions and building a coaching culture 08:09 Episode 5 human powered leadership belonging and psychological safety 10:22 Key leadership themes from the year 10:43 Leadership is becoming more human 12:08 Meaningful work is a leadership responsibility 13:03 Communication as a leadership multiplier 14:18 Leading through complexity with flexibility 15:11 Mindset as the new leadership advantage 16:12 Announcement of upcoming culture series 18:37 Now what applying what you learned 19:30 Invitation to subscribe share and give feedback
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How can you be more intentional?
Many leaders say they intend to do things—but intention alone doesn't create results. In this episode of Remarkable TV, I explain the difference between backward-looking intentions and the kind of forward-looking intentionality that actually drives action and change.
In this video, you'll learn:
- The two kinds of intention—and which one actually works
- Why most resolutions fail by February
- How knowing your why fuels intentional action
- Why writing down your why matters just as much as writing goals
- How purpose-driven decisions lead to better leadership results
This episode is part two of the New Year, New You series and builds on last week's conversation about insight. Together, insight and intention create momentum for meaningful growth.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Is chaos something to fear or something we can leverage? Kevin sits down with Kevin Black to discuss why chaos isn't inherently good or bad and how leaders can prepare to succeed in it. Kevin Black explains how natural behaviors, deeply rooted in our personality and life experiences, influence our reactions to chaos and shape team dynamics. He shares his chaos model, which features a taxonomy of control outcomes, from anarchy to deliberate resistance, and how leaders can identify and respond to each stage. They also discuss the four components of constructive chaos and how mishandling these can lead a team into destructive chaos.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Chaos can be used to your advantage 01:16 How to join the podcast live 01:59 Guest introduction: Kevin Black 02:50 Definition of chaos 03:35 Chaos comes from the perception of losing control 04:20 People experience chaos differently based on natural behaviors 05:18 Big idea of the book 07:07 Why Kevin Black wrote the book 07:56 Natural behaviors drive chaos 09:07 How natural behaviors affect reactions to chaos 10:17 Chaos dynamic explained 12:17 Control as the source of chaos 14:32 Control continuum overview 15:04 Anarchy 15:46 Undisciplined initiative 16:35 Disciplined initiative 17:11 Mechanical compliance 17:36 Malicious compliance 18:25 Deliberate resistance 19:57 Constructive vs. destructive chaos 21:01 Unity as the first requirement 22:21 Forward integration 26:00 Mission command 27:47 Trust as the highest level 28:36 Strength in chaos 29:27 Where leaders should start 30:13 Team is the measure of success 31:14 What Kevin Black does for fun 31:32 What he is reading 32:15 Where to connect with Kevin Black 33:24 Closing and Kevin's "Now what?" challenge
Kevin's Story: Kevin Black is the author of Strength in Chaos: The Ultimate Leadership Blueprint for Mastering the Uncontrollable, the first book to measure chaos at the leader and team level. He is a veteran U.S. Army officer, strategic advisor, author, and founder of Chaos Studies in Leadership, a new domain exploring how leaders, strategies, and behaviors intersect under pressure. Known for his innovative use of computer wargaming and behavioral profiling, he helps organizations craft flexible strategies and build high-performing teams that thrive under pressure. Kevin's been published in Forbes and USA Today and lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his two Australian Cattle Dogs and an American Dingo.
https://www.kevinblack.co/
https://www.thechaosbook.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinblack1999
https://www.youtube.com/c/blackmarketleadership
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Book Recommendations * Strength in Chaos: The Ultimate Leadership Blueprint for Mastering the Uncontrollable by Kevin Black
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Would you like to be more insightful?
Insight is one of those leadership qualities we admire in others—but rarely think about as a skill we can develop. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares a practical blueprint for becoming more insightful as a leader and as a human being.
You'll learn:
- Why insight comes from slowing down—not speeding up
- How reflection turns experience into learning
- The power of asking better questions (of yourself and others)
- How making connections leads to better decisions
- Why "what if" thinking builds empathy and understanding
- How writing or talking ideas out helps lock insight in
If you want to make better decisions, lead with greater clarity, and grow into a better version of yourself, this episode is for you.
👉 Remarkable Reminder: You become a better version of yourself when you seek insight before answers.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can laughter become one of your most powerful leadership tools? In this episode, Kevin welcomes Adam Christing to explore how humor can foster trust, connection, and engagement in the workplace. Adam shares practical strategies for leaders, including his framework of five "laugh languages": self-effacing humor that builds authenticity, the art of poking fun without causing harm, in-jokes that strengthen team bonds, and techniques like amplification and wordplay that enhance storytelling and communication. Adam emphasizes the importance of "planned spontaneity," the idea that intentional preparation allows humor to land naturally and meaningfully.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:28 Why humor matters for leaders 01:20 Podcast purpose and live participation 02:05 Guest introduction: Adam Christing 03:44 Big idea: humor builds trust 05:05 Why Adam wrote the book 06:31 Everyone has a sense of humor 07:42 Is humor risky for leaders? 08:16 Guidelines for using humor intentionally 10:17 Humor even in serious situations 11:08 Laugh Language: Poke (self-facing humor) 13:40 How to poke safely as a leader 19:57 Laugh Language: In-jokes 20:34 Knowing your audience 22:10 Leaders aren't trying to be comedians 23:41 Humor strengthens connection 24:49 Laugh Language: Amplify 25:09 Using exaggeration effectively 26:57 Laugh Language: Wordplay 28:11 Test humor in communication 29:12 Planned spontaneity 30:05 Simple ways to spark humor (questions) 31:05 How to recover when humor fails 32:56 Where leaders should start with humor 33:41 Listening for others' humor styles 36:45 Where to find Adam and his book 37:46 Conclusion
Adam's Story: Adam Christing is the author of The Laughter Factor: Five Humor Tactics to Link, Lift, and Lead. He is one of America's most sought-after professional speakers and masters of ceremonies. With a signature blend of humor and heart, Adam has hosted events for a wide range of organizations—from Stanford University to the Green Bay Packers. As a humor expert and the founder and CEO of Clean Comedians®, Adam champions the power of laughter to inspire, connect, and create unforgettable experiences, without the need for profanity or politics. Adam has been featured on Entertainment Tonight and in more than 100 podcasts, TV, and radio programs. His warm-hearted comedy has delighted over a million people across 49 U.S. states, as well as in Canada, Europe, and Asia.
https://adamchristing.com/
https://thelaughterfactor.com/
https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/68878f40feaa82001501542a
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-christing/
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Book Recommendations * The Laughter Factor: The 5 Humor Tactics to Link, Lift, and Lead by Adam Christing * How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie
Like this? * Humor that Works with (An)Drew Tarvin * You Have More Influence Than You Think with Vanessa Bohns
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We are all getting older. That part is unavoidable. But getting old is not the same thing.
In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, I challenge a phrase many people say without thinking I am getting old
It sounds harmless, but it often becomes an excuse that limits our mindset, our curiosity, and our growth. What if getting old is not something that happens to us, but something we choose through the way we think and talk about ourselves?
Let me ask you this While it is true that you are getting older, is getting old the choice you want to make?
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if the biggest barrier to your leadership success isn't your skills, but your beliefs? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Muriel Wilkins to discuss how deeply held beliefs can limit our growth and impact as leaders. Muriel shares how many high-performing leaders unconsciously operate from outdated or misaligned beliefs; beliefs that may have once served them but now hinder their effectiveness. They also talk about how these "blocking beliefs" develop, why they are so hard to recognize, and how to reframe them to align with who we are becoming as leaders.
Muriel's Story: Muriel M. Wilkins is the author of Leadership Unblocked: Break Through the Beliefs That Limit Your Potential and coauthor of Own the Room: Discover Your Signature Voice to Master Your Leadership Presence. She is the founder and CEO of Paravis Partners, a sought-after C-suite adviser and executive coach with a twenty-year track record of helping senior leaders take their performance to the next level. Muriel is also the host of the Harvard Business Review Podcast, Coaching Real Leaders, consistently ranked as a top-ten podcast in Apple's Management category.
https://www.murielwilkins.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/murielwilkins/
https://www.instagram.com/coachmurielwilkins
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Book Recommendations * Leadership Unblocked: Break Through the Beliefs That Limit Your Potential by Muriel M. Wilkins * Sovereign Love: A Guide to Healing Relationships by Reclaiming the Masculine and Feminine Within by Dené Logan * Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself by Melody Beattie
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What two words can make you smarter? In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share the surprisingly simple phrase that helps leaders think more clearly, make better decisions, and avoid the trap of automatic responses. These two words invite us into curiosity, reflection, and wiser choices—and they can change the way you lead starting today.
When we say "It depends," we pause long enough to consider context, challenge our biases, and explore new solutions. And when we do that consistently, we become more flexible… and smarter.
If you want to navigate uncertainty with clarity and confidence, this is a simple but powerful mindset shift.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if motivation isn't something people are born with, but something that can be influenced, shaped, and sustained? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Matt Granados to challenge common leadership myths about motivation. Matt reveals a powerful formula for creating sustainable motivation through personal connection, structured systems, and self-awareness. He explores the critical distinction between love-based and fear-based leadership, explains how three simple weekly questions can transform team engagement, and helps leaders identify individual motivation catalysts, including freedom, acknowledgment, connectivity, and support.
Matt's Story: Matt Granados is a two-time #1 international bestselling author. His latest book is Motivate the Unmotivated: A Proven System for Sustainable Motivation. He is the founder and CEO of Life Pulse Inc., where he helps organizations fix people problems by solving process problems, once and for all. His Life Pulse Methodology equips leaders and teams to achieve Optimal Performance—the highest sustainable output aligned with human potential. Matt first validated this approach by transforming a Craigslist-hired crew into a $40 million sales team. Since then, companies like Google, Twitter, and the U.S. Air Force have used his system to reduce burnout, increase retention, and engineer culture
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Book Recommendations * Motivate the Unmotivated: A proven system for sustainable motivation by Matt Granados * ESV Church Bible (Hardcover, Black): Holy Bible, English Standard Version * The Ultimate Sales Machine: Turbocharge Your Business with Relentless Focus on 12 Key Strategies by Chet Holmes
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How do you coach someone who only seems to do the bare minimum… even when you know they're capable of so much more?
In this episode of Remarkable TV and The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, I share seven practical steps to help you coach, support, and clarify expectations for team members who may be meeting the minimum — but could be achieving more.
You'll learn: ✔ Why expectations are almost always misunderstood ✔ How to explore their perspective before offering your perspective ✔ Why "minimum" might not mean what you think ✔ How to help people see the potential you see in them ✔ When to coach, when to support, and when to let it go
If you're a leader who wants to help your people grow — especially new or frontline leaders — this episode will give you a simple framework to start the right conversations.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if the key to more effective leadership lies not in a new strategy, but in understanding your own biology? In this episode, Kevin speaks with Dr. Scott Hutcheson about an unconventional approach to leadership: biohacking. Dr. Hutcheson shares his behavioral leadership model, built around three biodynamic channels: warmth, competence, and gravitas. He identifies specific, observable behaviors within each channel that send powerful signals to teams, signals that either inspire connection and confidence or lead to disengagement. They also discuss how everyday actions like being punctual, actively listening, and managing workload effectively are more than simple good habits. These behaviors function as leadership signals that directly shape how teams perceive their leaders and, ultimately, how they perform.
Scott's Story: Dr Scott Hutcheson, PhD, is the is the coauthor of Strategic Doing: Ten Skills for Agile Leadership and his new book, Biohacking Leadership: Leveraging the Biology of Behavior to Maximize Your Impact – the first in a three-book series on the biodynamics of leadership, teams, and organizations. He is a biosocial scientist and senior lecturer at Purdue University, where he studies leadership, teamwork, and organizational performance through the biology of behavior. After a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis, he turned to biohacking—using data and feedback loops to optimize health—and soon recognized that the same principles could transform leadership. With over 30 years of experience, Scott has advised the White House, Fortune 400 companies, startups, nonprofits, and communities worldwide. He has worked with more than 4,000 leaders across 147 countries. His TED Talk on the "Science of Prospection" has been viewed over 1.3 million times, and his Forbes column reaches millions of readers, ranking in the top 0.1% of contributors.
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Book Recommendations * Biohacking Leadership: Leveraging the Biology of Behavior to Maximize Your Impact by Scott Hutcheson * Atmosphere: A Love Story by Taylor Jenkins Reid
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Do you want to be more productive—at work and at home? In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share the first and most important step to improving your productivity. It's simple, powerful, and often overlooked: deciding what to say no to.
We talk about: ✔ Why your to-do list will never be empty ✔ The difference between priority and "priorities" ✔ How clarity creates focus ✔ Why self-confidence matters when saying no ✔ How saying no to the good lets you say yes to the great
If you're overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or simply want to get better at choosing the work that matters most — this episode will help.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What does it take to build a team that consistently performs at a high level? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Dr. Vanessa Druskat to explore what emotionally intelligent teams look like and how leaders can foster them. Vanessa introduces the concept of "team emotional intelligence" and explains why team culture, not just individual skills or personalities, is often the key differentiator between average and high-performing teams. She shares her practical three-part model, based on nine team norms, that top teams use to create environments of trust, psychological safety, and accountability. Vanessa also discusses why emotionally intelligent teams are fundamentally about how people interact, not just how they feel. She reveals what leaders should do in the first meeting of a new team to set the tone for long-term performance, and why nonverbal behaviors and small habits matter more than you think.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction to emotional intelligence and teams 00:29 Welcome and how to join future live sessions 01:02 How to connect with the community 01:25 About the book Flexible Leadership 02:11 Introducing guest Vanessa Druskat 03:09 Vanessa's early experiences with teams 04:09 Workplace realities that shaped her research 05:08 Growing up across cultures and learning to adapt 06:17 Discovering team cultures in organizations 07:20 What sets high performing teams apart 08:07 Exploring the model of team emotional intelligence 09:11 Understanding local team culture 10:04 The role leaders play in shaping micro culture 11:05 How teams can build their own culture 11:56 Why belonging and social needs matter 12:18 Teams as emotional systems 13:14 How emotions influence interactions 14:08 Creating cultures where disagreement is productive 15:17 The three clusters of team emotional intelligence 16:02 Helping individuals succeed 17:13 How great teams interact and improve 18:02 Reaching outside the team for ideas and resources 18:10 Where leaders should start with new teams 19:05 Setting norms intentionally 20:07 Why posted norms fail 21:00 Ownership and mutual understanding 21:21 Ensuring everyone has a voice 22:12 Assessing current norms 23:22 Impact of unintentional nonverbal signals 24:54 How small behaviors change team dynamics 25:53 Example of a team transformation 27:31 Importance of nonverbal cues and inclusion 28:07 Reaching outside the team and avoiding blinders 30:10 Leading in hybrid and remote environments 31:05 Belonging and psychological distance 32:03 Increasing intentional connection 32:50 Using check ins to strengthen relationships 34:04 Applying this in one-on-one conversations 34:27 What Vanessa does for fun 35:33 What Vanessa is reading 37:43 Where to find Vanessa and her resources 38:54 Closing challenge: What action will you take 40:05 Wrap up and invitation to subscribe
Vanessa's Story: Dr. Vanessa Druskat is the author of The Emotionally Intelligent Team: Building Collaborative Groups that Outperform the Rest. She is an award-winning researcher and leading expert on team leadership, advising leaders in some of the world's top organizations. Her three decades of field research examining team cultures that inspire high-performing collaboration produced the Team Emotional Intelligence (Team EI) model. She and her colleagues have used the model globally to teach leaders how to build higher-performing teams. Vanessa is passionate about convincing leaders that under the right conditions, people are wired for collaborative teamwork. So, stop trying to fix people and start building emotionally intelligent team cultures that inspire teamwork. Also, an award-winning teacher, she serves on the faculty of the University of New Hampshire's Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics.
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Book Recommendations * The Emotionally Intelligent Team: Building Collaborative Groups that Outperform the Rest by Vanessa Urch Druskat * Social: Why Our Brains Are Wired to Connect by Matthew D. Lieberman * Both/And Thinking: Embracing Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problems by Wendy Smith and Marianne Lewis
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1-on-1 meetings are one of the most powerful tools leaders have—yet many leaders struggle to make them consistent, productive, or mutually valuable. In this episode, I'm sharing three practical steps to help you create better, more effective 1-on-1s with your team members.
You'll learn: • Why having a consistent rhythm matters more than you think • How to transform your 1-on-1s from reporting sessions into working meetings • Why letting your team member go first changes the quality of the conversation • The key mindset shift that makes these meetings valuable for both people
Whether you're a new leader or someone looking to tighten up your leadership habits, these three steps will help make your 1-on-1 meetings more meaningful, more productive, and more enjoyable.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if understanding group dynamics is the secret to building high-performing teams? In this episode, Kevin speaks with Dr. Colin Fisher about what makes successful teams work. They debunk the myth of the lone genius and explore why collaboration, not individual brilliance, drives real innovation. Dr. Fisher explains when team synergy happens and why so many teams underperform without realizing it. He also shares practical insights on optimal meeting sizes, how remote and hybrid work affects collaboration, and how to harness healthy competition without damaging team performance.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:04 Guest introduction – Dr. Colin Fisher 03:23 Colin's background and journey 06:14 The big idea of The Collective Edge 07:05 Groups vs. teams 09:27 Polarization and why it matters 10:17 The myth of the lone genius 13:19 The science of synergy 16:32 When synergy happens 19:30 What people get wrong about teams 23:24 How to launch effective teams 25:59 Healthy competition in teams 31:10 Leading remote and hybrid teams 37:29 Colin's life outside of work 38:52 What Colin is reading 40:02 How to connect with Colin 40:28 Kevin's closing thoughts and call to action
Colin's Story: Since his days as a professional jazz trumpet player, Dr. Colin M. Fisher, author of The Collective Edge: Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups, has been fascinated by group dynamics. As Associate Professor of Organizations and Innovation at University College London's School of Management, Colin's research has uncovered the hidden processes of helping groups and teams in situations requiring creativity, improvisation, and complex decision-making. He has written about group dynamics for both popular science and management audiences, and his work has been profiled in prominent media outlets such as BBC, Forbes, Harvard Business Review, NPR, and The Times. Originally from Redmond, Washington, he received his Ph.D. from Harvard University and now lives in North London with his wife and two children.
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Book Recommendations * The Collective Edge: Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups by Colin M. Fisher * Beloved by Toni Morrison * Helgoland: Making Sense of the Quantum Revolution by Carlo Rovelli
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How can you become more influential—in just five minutes? In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry shares five simple actions that can strengthen your influence as a leader, teammate, or friend. These are small, intentional steps that take only minutes but can create lasting impact.
Leadership isn't about control—it's about connection. Influence grows when we focus on others first, and Kevin walks through how to do exactly that.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Why asking good questions is more powerful than giving good answers
- How small investments in relationships lead to greater trust
- The role perspective plays in genuine influence
- How to cast a vision that others want to be part of
- The importance of connecting your goals to theirs
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Have you ever felt like you're constantly putting out fires at work instead of making progress? Kevin welcomes Don Kieffer and Nelson Repenning to discuss why so many workplace processes feel frustrating and ineffective, and what leaders can do about it. Drawing on decades of experience in operations and organizational design, Don and Nelson reveal why quick-fix workarounds backfire, how firefighting becomes the default mode of operation, and the hidden costs of constantly reacting instead of leading. They introduce the concept of dynamic work design and explain why breaking down silos isn't just nice to have, it's essential. Along the way, they share practical tools leaders can use to move from chaos to sustainable success.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction and the problem with roadblocks at work 03:33 How they met and started collaborating 06:07 The Harley-Davidson connection 08:32 The big idea behind the book 09:41 Why organizations assume the world is predictable 11:03 What dynamic work design means 12:21 The hidden cost of firefighting and workarounds 13:01 The firefighting trap explained 15:33 How firefighting becomes self-reinforcing 17:36 Why the dynamic appears in every organization 19:12 Leadership behaviors that unintentionally worsen it 21:12 Moving beyond blame to system thinking 21:56 The problem with silos in organizations 23:43 How work actually flows across silos 25:12 Visualizing knowledge work to expose inefficiency 26:04 Silos and identity in organizations 27:22 Why we must focus on system productivity 28:36 The matrix problem in modern organizations 29:12 Five elements of dynamic work design 29:48 Problem formation as an underrated leadership skill 30:24 Why framing the problem matters 31:23 Using conscious thinking to solve the right problems 32:36 Asking "what problem are we trying to solve" 33:20 What leaders can learn from this habit 33:48 Don and Nelson's hobbies outside of work 34:38 What they are reading now 35:35 Where to find their book and connect 37:19 Wrap up and invitation to subscribe
Their Story: Nelson P. Repenning and Donald C. Kieffer are the authors of There's Got to Be a Better Way: How to Deliver Results and Get Rid of the Stuff That Gets in the Way of Real Work. Nelson is the School of Management Distinguished Professor at the MIT Sloan School of Management. He is currently the director of MIT's Leadership Center and was recently recognized by Poets & Quants as one of the world's top executive MBA instructors. His scholarly work has appeared in Management Science, Organization Science, Administrative Science Quarterly, the Academy of Management Review, Strategic Management Journal, and Research in Organizational Behavior. Donald C. Kieffer is a Senior Lecturer in Operations Management at MIT Sloan. He is a career operations executive and co-creator of Dynamic Work Design. Kieffer started running equipment in factories at age 17. He was VP of operational excellence at Harley-Davidson, where he worked for 15 years. Since 2007, he has been advising leaders in a variety of industries around the globe. His guidance was instrumental in transforming both the production and technical development areas of the Broad Institute, a Cambridge-based genomic sequencing organization, now an industry leader. He is the founder of ShiftGear Work Design, LLC, and teaches Operations Management at AVT in Copenhagen.
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Book Recommendations * There's Got to Be a Better Way: How to Deliver Results and Get Rid of the Stuff That Gets in the Way of Real Work by Nelson P. Repenning and Donald C. Kieffer * The Mindful Body: Thinking Our Way to Chronic Health by Ellen J. Langer * Murder Mysteries by Lousie Penny
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Too often, we measure our days by how much we get done—instead of by how much we contribute.
In this episode, I'm sharing an idea that's stuck with me since a conversation years ago with Lisa O'Dell. She asked a simple but powerful question: Are you thinking about the clock or your contribution?
That question changed how I think about productivity, focus, and leadership. It's not about racing the clock or checking off boxes—it's about doing the few things that truly move the needle.
Join me as I explore how to:
- Shift from busyness to meaningful accomplishment
- Focus on what truly matters to your team and organization
- Use a simple daily question to clarify your priorities
If you'd like to help your team become more productive in ways that really matter, we've curated practical tools, videos, and learning resources to help you do just that.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if everything you believe about workplace wellness is only part of the story? In this episode, Kevin welcomes Dr. Katina Sawyer and Dr. Patricia Grabarek to discuss the real drivers of well-being at work and the critical role leaders play in shaping thriving environments. Drawing on their research, Katina and Patricia challenge the overreliance on surface-level wellness programs and demonstrate how authentic leadership, trust, and team connection have far greater impact. They introduce the concept of "generators", leaders who energize and empower their teams and contrast them with "extinguishers," who unintentionally drain motivation and wellness. Patricia and Katina also explore ideas like authenticity within professional boundaries, person-centered leadership, and the practical importance of being a "boundary bouncer."
Listen For 0:00 The importance of wellness at work 0:33 Welcome and introduction by Kevin Eikenberry 1:29 About Kevin's book Flexible Leadership 2:18 Introducing guests Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer 4:19 How their friendship led to writing Leading for Wellness 6:01 The research behind workplace wellness 7:05 The big idea Why leaders drive wellness 8:10 Defining workplace wellness 9:26 Work life balance myths and realities 10:18 Common misconceptions about wellness at work 11:37 Why wellness and productivity go hand in hand 13:30 The bolt on problem with wellness programs 14:01 What is a Generator leader 15:19 Authenticity and trust in leadership 17:14 What authenticity really means at work 18:40 Avoiding the stoic leader trap 20:26 Sharing your human side builds trust 21:01 Leaders as Boundary Bouncers 22:26 Protecting boundaries and modeling balance 24:15 Real life examples of healthy boundaries 25:01 Person centered leadership and Carl Rogers' influence 26:36 Knowing your people as individuals 28:17 Why understanding your team makes leadership easier 29:28 Building team culture where everyone thrives 30:23 What Katina and Patricia do for fun 32:37 What they're reading 34:04 Learn more about Worker Being and Leading for Wellness 35:19 Kevin's closing challenge Now what 35:54 Farewell and next episode reminder
Their Story: Dr. Patricia Grabarek, PhD and Dr.Katina Sawyer, PhD, are the authors of Leading for Wellness: How to Create a Team Culture Where Everyone Thrives. They are the co-founders of Workr Beeing. Patricia is a seasoned Industrial/Organizational Psychologist specializing in workplace wellness, organizational culture, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and leadership development. With a background in both consulting and internal roles, Dr. Grabarek has led people analytics and talent management initiatives for more than 60 organizations across various industries. Her work focuses on research-based strategies to improve well-being, retention, performance, and diversity efforts. Named one of Culture Amp's Top 25 Emerging Culture Creators for 2024, Dr. Grabarek's insights have appeared in The Los Angeles Times, CBS News, and CBC Radio. She holds a PhD and MS in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Penn State and a BA in Psychology from UCLA. Katina is an Industrial/Organizational psychologist and an Associate Professor of Management and Organizations at the University of Arizona's Eller College of Management. A leading expert in work-life balance, leadership, positive workplace behaviors, and diversity, she has published more than 50 peer-reviewed studies, book chapters, and articles in outlets like Harvard Business Review. Dr. Sawyer's work has been featured in major media such as The Washington Post, Bloomberg Businessweek, The Atlantic, and Forbes. Receiving grants from the National Science Foundation and the Society for Human Resource Management, her groundbreaking research has established her as a thought leader in positive workplace behaviors. Among Philadelphia Business Journal's "Top 40 Under 40" in 2017, Dr. Sawyer also consults with organizations, offering data-driven solutions to create healthier, more productive workplaces. She holds a BA in Psychology from Villanova University and a dual PhD and MS in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and Women's Studies from Penn State.
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Book Recommendations * Leading for Wellness: How to Create a Team Culture Where Everyone Thrives by Patricia Grabarek and Katina Sawyer * Outraged: Why We Fight About Morality and Politics and How to Find Common Ground by Kurt Gray * Like a Wave We Break: A Memoir of Falling Apart and Finding Myself by Jane Marie Chen
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What's the most important thing you need to achieve your goals?
It isn't the target—it's your why.
In this episode, I share a story about The Biggest Loser (yes, the reality show!) and how I could often predict who would win before the competition even began. The secret? It all came down to their reasons—their why.
Whether your goals are personal or professional, the same truth applies: the clearer and stronger your why, the greater your chance of success.
If you've ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or unsure how to reach your goals, this episode will help you reconnect with your purpose and reignite your drive.
🎯 You'll learn:
- Why focusing on your why fuels achievement
- How emotion and purpose make goals stick
- A mindset shift that transforms how you pursue success
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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What if, instead of giving your team answers, you asked the right questions and listened? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Luciana Núñez to discuss how coaching can be more than just a skill; it can be a leadership philosophy that transforms individuals, teams, and entire organizations. Luciana shares why the command-and-control leadership model no longer works in today's world, and how leading with coaching creates alignment, trust, and engagement. They dive into key concepts from her book, including the "performance equation" (P = C × A²), the power of visualization, and the importance of overcoming biases as a leader. Luciana offers practical insights on how leaders can develop active listening skills, ask powerful questions, and foster greater accountability and resilience in their teams.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction: Leading with coaching 01:58 Guest introduction Luciana Nunez 03:05 Luciana's journey from Argentina to executive coaching 05:16 Discovering the power of coaching 05:33 Why Luciana and Tom Preston wrote Coaching Power 07:10 The writing and collaboration process 08:20 Case studies and structure of the book 09:18 Leading with coaching vs being a coach 10:19 Why command and control leadership no longer works 11:24 Listening and asking powerful questions 13:33 The mindset shift from manager to leader 15:09 Checking your biases as a leader 17:06 Staying curious and self aware while coaching 19:11 Helping others visualize success 21:22 Neuroscience and practice of visualization 24:03 The performance equation P = C × A² 26:39 Why attitude is limitless 27:34 Coaching remotely or at a distance 29:30 Creating safety and context in virtual coaching 31:35 Getting to know Luciana personally 33:05 What Luciana is reading The Boiling Frog 35:20 Where to find Luciana and her work 37:38 Wrap up and outro
Luciana's Story: Luciana Núñez, co-author of Coaching Power: Lead with Coaching to Create Individual, Team, and Organizational Outperformance, with Tom Preston. She is a partner and Head of Americas at The Preston Associates, one of the world's premier executive coaching firms. An accomplished executive coach and former CEO with more than 20 years of leadership experience at Fortune 500 companies, including Bayer, Danone, and Roche, she blends her strategic expertise with a passion for mentoring, serving as a board member, investor, and advisor to entrepreneurs and executives worldwide. Having lived and worked in multiple continents, Luciana thrives in diverse cross-cultural contexts. She is a Sommelière, an art lover and annual competitor in Spartan obstacle course endurance races.
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Book Recommendations * Coaching Power: Leading With Coaching to Create Individual, Team, and Organizational Outperformance by Tom Preston and Luciana Nunez * THE BOILING FROG: 21 STRATEGIES TO TRANSFORM STRESS INTO STRENGTH & COMFORT by Ash Kumar MD
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Over the years, I've learned that feedback conversations often fail before they even begin — and I've made my fair share of mistakes too. But in this episode, I'm sharing what I believe is the biggest secret to giving feedback that actually works.
Whether you're a leader, a coach, or just want to help someone grow — the key is not in what you say first, but in what you ask.
In this video, I'll walk you through:
- The powerful shift that makes feedback more effective - A few simple, open-ended questions I use to start these conversations - How to respond when someone says too little, too much, or just what you hoped they would - And the two final questions I always ask to create lasting improvement
If you want your feedback to be received, accepted, and applied — start here.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How do you uncover what you can't see, especially when it's holding you back as a leader? Kevin talks with clinical psychologist and executive coach Marty Dubin about one of the most critical yet often overlooked leadership capabilities: self-awareness. Marty shares his comprehensive six-part model for self-awareness, providing leaders with a practical framework for deeper self-understanding. Kevin and Marty also discuss how our greatest strengths can become liabilities when overused, how blind spots can derail otherwise successful leaders, and how small, intentional changes in behavior can make an impact.
Listen For 00:00 What are blind spots and why they matter 01:56 Introducing Marty Dubin and his background 03:57 How Blindspotting began 05:03 Why self-awareness is harder than we think 06:00 When strengths become blind spots 06:44 The Blindspotting self-awareness model 07:32 The six areas of self-awareness 08:56 Understanding motives 09:11 Identity and leadership 10:22 How identity forms and evolves 11:06 Role changes and identity shifts 12:37 Letting go of past identities 13:05 Imposter syndrome and transitions 15:08 Common blind spots around intellect 16:00 The four types of intelligence 18:04 Balancing intellect and decision-making 20:04 Self-awareness as the foundation of growth 20:52 Overusing strengths and their consequences 22:13 How to recognize when strengths stop working 23:21 Adapting strengths to situations 25:03 How to uncover and address blind spots 26:51 Coaching, awareness, and small tweaks 27:24 Practicing new behaviors
Marty's Story: Martin Dubin is the author of Blindspotting: How to See What's Holding You Back As a Leader. He is a clinical psychologist, serial entrepreneur, business coach, and adviser to C-suite executives and Silicon Valley entrepreneurs. He has founded several companies, including a multimillion-dollar health-care company where he also served as CEO. With a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Denver, Dubin began his career in private practice as a psychotherapist for over a decade before moving to the business world as a founder and entrepreneur. Then, he launched the third act of his career, bringing his psychological training and business experience to the coaching space. His experience as an entrepreneur garnered consultation contracts with portfolio companies from Andreessen Horowitz and Sequoia venture capital firms. He lives in Colorado and New Mexico where he enjoys skiing and hiking in the mountains and the desert and continues his work with clients both individually and in corporate settings.
https://www.martindubin.com/
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Book Recommendations * Blindspotting: How To See What's Holding You Back as a Leader by Martin Dubin * Mark Twain by Ron Chernow
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Resistance to change isn't your enemy — it's energy. In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share why resistance is actually a good sign that people care, and how leaders can use that energy to create positive momentum.
We'll cover:
- Why resistance is natural — even in changes we choose ourselves
- What most leaders get wrong when facing pushback
- How to acknowledge and value resistance (without giving in to it)
- How to turn resistance into engagement and better results
When people resist a change, it means they care. Learn to see resistance as an opportunity, not an obstacle.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Is love in the workplace a strategy? In this episode, Kevin is joined by leadership expert and business strategist Kelly Winegarden Hall to discuss what “love at work” really means. Kelly challenges traditional workplace norms and makes a compelling case for reintroducing love as a leadership value. She explains why seeing employees as adults and treating them with compassion and trust leads to greater engagement, innovation, and performance. She also provides examples of how to bring purpose, honesty, and human connection into workplaces.
Listen For 00:00 Welcome to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast 02:20 Guest introduction Kelly Winegarden Hall 03:03 Kelly’s journey and background 06:06 Cancer diagnosis and becoming a storyteller 08:01 Why love in the workplace 09:43 Pushback against love at work 11:07 The business case for love 12:01 Hiring differently with love 13:43 Examples of bringing love to work 16:02 The importance of putting phones down 17:58 Kelly’s blog project 100 examples of love at work 18:59 Love leadership and culture 20:31 We’re all adults at work 23:02 The pinnacle of power concept 25:18 Advice Start by pausing 27:10 Kelly’s fun entertaining and fundraising 28:07 What Kelly is reading 29:10 How to connect with Kelly 30:12 Kevin’s closing challenge Bringing love to your work 31:29 Closing remarks
Kelly's Story: Kelly Winegarden Hall is the author of Love Works: Transforming the Workplace with Purpose and Authenticity. She is a leadership expert and business strategist who helps individuals and organizations move from surviving to thriving. As the founder of Live L.A.R.G.E., she has 30 years of experience leading diverse teams and transforming struggling businesses into high-performing, self-directing organizations.
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Book Recommendations * Love Works: Transforming the Workplace with Purpose and Authenticity by Kelly Winegarden Hall * Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism by Sarah Wynn-Williams
Like this? * Leading with Authenticity with Sabrina Horn * Fearless Authenticity with Jeanne Sparrow
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Do you ever find yourself thinking about something you want to start—but not actually starting? You’re not alone.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I’m sharing five practical ways to move from thinking to doing. Whether it’s a new project, a goal, or a dream that’s been sitting on your list too long, these steps will help you light the fuse and take that first step forward.
If you want to get more done, you have to start—and shorten the time between idea and action.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Have you ever felt like leading change is more confusing than it should be? In this episode, Kevin welcomes Jeff DeGraff to discuss the complex art of change. Jeff shares why traditional change efforts often stall and how paradoxes can serve as a source of innovation and energy. Together, Kevin and Jeff discuss ideas such as launching change from the edges of an organization, the distinction between science and art in managing transformation, and why experiences, rather than facts, are what truly shift people’s perspectives. They also discuss the "paradoxical mindset challenge" and offer practical tools for navigating change more effectively.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction: The Art of Change 00:56 Welcome to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast 02:10 Introducing Dr. Jeff DeGraff 03:18 Jeff’s Journey from Pizza to Paradoxes 04:53 Why This Book? The Frustration Behind It 06:14 Leading Change from the Edges, Not the Center 08:09 Art vs Science in Change 10:39 The Power of Paradox in Driving Change 13:15 Facilitating Change Through Constructive Conflict 16:25 The Paradoxical Mindset Challenge 20:32 Exploring a Favorite Paradox: Facts Don’t Change Minds 24:42 Failure as a Prerequisite to Learning 26:34 Leadership Lessons from the Pandemic 29:35 You Can’t Change Others Until You Change Yourself 30:49 What Jeff Does for Fun 32:32 What Jeff is Reading 33:17 Where to Connect with Jeff DeGraff 34:05 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
Jeff's Story: Jeff DeGraff is a clinical professor at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business and the co-author with Staney DeGraff of The Art of Change: Transforming Paradoxes into Breakthroughs. He founded Innovatrium, an innovation consulting firm that focuses on creating an innovation culture, capability, and community. The firm offers three types of coaching services: Executive Coaching, Innovation Project Coaching, and Personal Development Coaching. Known as the “Dean of Innovation,” he has spent four decades helping organizations—from Fortune 500 companies to the U.S. military—lead change from the edges, not the center
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Book Recommendations * The Art of Change: Transforming Paradoxes into Breakthroughs by Jeff DeGraff Staney DeGraff * Abundance by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson * The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: An Extraordinary New Journey Through History's Greatest Treasures by Bettany Hughes * A Shot to Save the World: The Inside Story of the Life-or-Death Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine by Gregory Zuckerman
Like this? * Leading Change Intelligently with Barbara Trautlein * Flux: How to Thrive in Times of Change with April Rinne * Becoming a Change Maker with Alex Budak * Creating Meaningful Change with Mike Morrison
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DISC assessments are powerful tools for understanding human behavior—but only when they’re used correctly. Too often, I see people misuse DISC by labeling others, stereotyping roles, or treating it as a final verdict instead of a helpful indicator.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I’ll share: ✅ Why DISC is a model of behavior, not a definition of people ✅ How DISC shows natural tendencies—not skills or limitations ✅ The danger of labeling people by “just a few letters” ✅ How you can use DISC assessments responsibly and effectively
I believe in the power of DISC—my team and I even offer our own DISC assessment tools. But like any tool, they can do more harm than good if they’re misapplied.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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What’s one way I can compete with yesterday’s version of me today? In this episode, Kevin welcomes Jake Thompson for a practical conversation on building influence from the inside out. They discuss how leading yourself first sets an example for others and highlight the difference between managing tasks and leading people. Jake offers actionable strategies for improvement, like the “Start, Stop, Continue” method for self-improvement and a three-question reflection model after meetings or conversations. Jake and Kevin also discuss common leadership challenges such as giving effective feedback, balancing management with emotional intelligence, and the difference between being nice and being kind.
Jake's Story: Jake Thompson is the author of Lead Better Now: A Practical Guide to Increase Your Influence as a Leader. He is a leadership performance coach and the Chief Encouragement Officer at Compete Every Day, a brand he started in 2011 by first selling t-shirts out of the trunk of his car. Jake has spent more than a decade working with leaders and organizations worldwide on how to get better results for themselves and their teams. He has been featured in Forbes, Inc. Magazine, hosts a podcast with over two million downloads, and has directly impacted over 85,000 ambitious leaders. Jake lives in Dallas/Fort Worth with his wife, Elena, and their “kids,” aka rescue dogs, Sugar, Donut, Snacks, & Pop-Tart.
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Book Recommendations * Lead Better Now: A Practical Guide to Increase Your Influence as a Leader Jake Thompson * Better Small Talk: Talk to Anyone, Avoid Awkwardness, Generate Deep Conversations, and Make Real Friends by Patrick King * How to Work with Complicated People: Strategies for Effective Collaboration with (Nearly) Anyone by Ryan Leak
Like this? * Transformational Influence with Walt Rakowich * Maximizing Influence with Dave Durand
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Who are you learning from? The people you listen to, spend time with, and follow online are shaping your growth as a leader and as a person. In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry challenges you to reflect on your current sources of learning and shares five practical ways to upgrade your influences.
From choosing new lunch companions to exploring different books and podcasts, Kevin shows how intentional choices about who you learn from can accelerate your progress toward your goals. Plus, discover how you can learn directly from world-class thought leaders at Virtual LeaderCon.
If you want to move faster toward your goals and expand your leadership potential, it’s time to rethink who you’re learning from.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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What do you need to run your life successfully? In this episode, Kevin talks with Dr. Klaus Kleinfeld about how leaders can master both the “inner game” and the “outer game” of leadership. Klaus explains why sustainable success starts with managing your energy—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually—and how purpose acts like a laser to focus that energy on what matters most. He also discusses how discipline alone isn't enough, why removing negative cues from your environment can help conserve energy, and how leaders can choose their emotional responses to prevent unnecessary energy drains.
Klaus' Story: Dr. Klaus Kleinfeld is the author of Leading to Thrive: Mastering Strategies for Sustainable Success in Business and Life. He is the only leader to have successfully served as CEO of two Fortune 500 giants on different continents: Alcoa in the US and Siemens in Germany. With a nearly forty-year career spanning multiple industries, from established businesses to tech startups, he has advised US presidents and global leaders across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. As the founder of K2Elevation, he invests in North American and European tech and biotech firms. Actively engaged in private sector, public affairs, and cultural boards, Dr. Kleinfeld, a dual US and European citizen, enjoys work, life, and family near New York.
https://www.leading-to-thrive.com/
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Book Recommendations * Leading to Thrive: Mastering Strategies for Sustainable Success in Business and Life by Klaus Kleinfeld * Great Expectations by Charles Dickens * The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas
Like this? * Balancing Business Success and Wellbeing with Andy Brown * Win the Inside Game with Steve Magness * Creating a Better Model of Working with Steve Cadigan
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Is leadership really about you? The answer is both yes and no.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the tension between personal leadership growth and the ultimate purpose of leadership: achieving outcomes with and through others.
You’ll discover:
- Why leadership is about outcomes, not ego
- How your behaviors and self-awareness shape your team’s success
- The critical balance between personal growth and collective achievement
Leadership may not be about you, but who you are — and how you lead — makes all the difference.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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What if mastering the art of asking questions could turn you into an unstoppable leader? In this episode, Kevin chats with Dave Reynolds about how powerful questions can unlock deeper thinking, foster ownership, and promote growth in individuals and organizations. Dave shares insights on building a coaching culture where curiosity sparks conversations in every direction—up, down, and across. He explains the science behind how our brains respond differently to questions compared to directives and offers strategies for shifting from transactional to transformational leadership. From mirroring and probing to reframing and follow-up, Kevin and Dave explore practical ways leaders can build trust, strengthen relationships, and achieve better results.
Listen For 00:00 Welcome and Big Questions About Leadership 01:45 Meet Guest Dave Reynolds 02:11 Technical Glitch and Transition 02:19 Introducing Dave’s Background 02:36 About Rumin8 Group and Radicle Growth 03:09 Dave Joins the Conversation 03:25 Dave’s Journey to Writing the Book 03:57 Why Dave Wrote Radicle Growth 04:28 From Consulting to Authoring and Training 04:49 How the Book Idea Was Born 05:04 The Promise Behind “Unstoppable Leader” 06:01 What “Unstoppable” Really Means 07:06 Creating a Coaching Culture 08:00 Coaching Up, Down, and Across 09:06 Science Behind Asking Questions 10:13 Neurological Impact and Ownership 10:55 Barriers to Asking Questions 12:00 Why Leaders Avoid Asking Questions 13:08 Being Proactive vs. Reactive with Questions 14:21 You Don’t Need to Know All the Answers 15:13 Transactional vs. Transformational Leadership 16:27 Creating a Mindset Shift Around Coaching 17:15 Types of Questions to Ask 18:05 Confirming and Mirroring Questions 19:24 The Power of Silence and Mirroring 20:33 Building Trust Through Questions 21:18 The “If You Did Know” Question Hack 21:59 Paraphrasing and Confirming for Clarity 22:11 Probing Beyond Surface-Level Responses 23:42 Questions as a Relationship Builder 24:23 The Importance of Follow-Up Questions 25:33 Accountability as Motivation 26:07 Coaching at a Distance (Remote Teams) 27:20 Creating Connection for Remote Employees 28:06 What Dave Does for Fun 28:44 What Dave is Reading 29:41 Where to Find More About Dave and Rumin8 Group
Dave's Story: Dave Reynolds is the author of Radicle Growth: Transform into an Unstoppable Leader Through Mastering the Art of Questions. He is a serial entrepreneur who has launched and developed numerous new products and services over nearly two decades. He is the founder and CEO of The Rumin8 Group, a Growth Consulting firm that helps clients think strategically, facilitate team growth, and navigate crucial conversations. With a background in sales leadership, performance management, and succession planning, Dave is passionate about growth acceleration and how asking the right questions yields the best answers. He lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
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Book Recommendations * Radicle Growth: Transform into an Unstoppable Leader through Mastering the Art of Questions by Dave Reynolds * Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire by Dan Martell * The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less by Richard Koch
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Does the seasoning make the meal? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry takes us into the kitchen to explore how small changes can transform good into great — both in cooking and in leadership.
Discover why one small, intentional improvement can have a big impact on your effectiveness as a leader. Just like seasoning, leadership skills don’t need to be added in overwhelming amounts — the right one, in the right dose, makes all the difference.
Watch now to learn how you can sprinkle in the right skill to elevate your leadership.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What happens when you realize you matter? In this episode, Kevin talks with Zach Mercurio about the often-overlooked human need to feel important and how leaders at all levels can foster this through everyday interactions. Zach explains how his early research with custodial staff showed that small, intentional moments—like being seen, acknowledged, and validated—are the building blocks of meaning at work. These "moments of mattering," he says, aren't about big gestures but about real human connection. Kevin and Zach also explore the link between mattering and trust, the challenge of staying focused in today’s distracted world, and how leaders can create cultures where everyone feels valued and essential.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:35 How to Join the Podcast Live 01:14 About Zach Mercurio 02:15 Welcome Zach 02:55 Why Mattering Matters 04:17 Defining Moments of Mattering 05:03 Discovering the Concept of Mattering 06:14 Leadership Happens in Moments 07:04 Human Interaction vs Symbols of Value 08:09 Why Engagement Programs Fall Short 09:06 The Three-Part Framework of Mattering 10:14 Noticing vs Knowing 11:15 Appreciation vs Affirmation 12:33 Feeling Needed at Work 13:03 The Power of If It Wasn't for You 15:30 Turning Good Intentions into Practice 16:15 Mindset Skillset Habitset 17:19 Translating Ideas into Real-World Action 18:18 The Myth of Being Too Busy 20:11 Relearning the Skills of Connection 21:13 Tech and the Loss of Human Interaction 22:00 Not Soft Skills Essential Skills 22:20 The Best Question a Leader Can Ask 23:00 You Don’t Need Permission to Lead This Way 25:02 You Always Have Interactional Power 26:06 Culture is Non-directional 27:06 Trust Begins with Care 28:00 The Human Advantage in the Age of AI 29:08 Belonging vs Inclusion vs Mattering 30:36 Where to Start Building Mattering 31:33 What Zach Does for Fun 31:58 What Zach is Reading 33:00 Final Thoughts and How to Connect 35:12 Your Call to Action 36:10 Wrap-Up
Zach's Story: Zach Mercurio is the author of The Power of Mattering: How Leaders Can Create a Culture of Significance. He is a researcher, leadership development facilitator, and speaker specializing in purposeful leadership, mattering, and meaningful work. Zach advises leaders in organizations worldwide on practices for building cultures that promote well-being, motivation, and performance. He holds a Ph.D. in organizational learning, performance, and change from Colorado State University, where he serves as a senior fellow at the Center for Meaning and Purpose and as an instructor in the Organizational Learning, Performance, and Change program.
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Book Recommendations * The Power of Mattering: How Leaders Can Create a Culture of Significance by Zach Mercurio * Ways of Being by James Bridle * Southern Reach Trilogy 3 Books Collection Set By Jeff VanderMeer (Annihilation, Authority, Acceptance) by Jeff VanderMeer
Like this? * Building a Powerful Culture with Patty McCord * Building and Sustaining a Culture of Excellence with Kyle McDowell * Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants with Jennifer Moss
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Conflict is often seen as something to avoid—but what if it could actually fuel growth? In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry explores how leaders can reframe conflict as a source of creativity, perspective, and stronger communication.
Discover how to:
- See conflict as a driver of creativity
- Use conflict to explore perspectives
- Clarify expectations and prevent future misunderstandings
- Lead your team toward constructive conflict rather than destructive tension
💡 Remarkable Reminder: What would change in your work and life if you looked for the power in conflict instead of fearing it?
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What does it mean to build a workplace culture that people want to join? In this episode, Kevin talks with Jennifer Moss about this important leadership question. They discuss the societal shift in how we view work, the psychological idea of mortality salience, and how these concepts are influencing employee expectations today. Jennifer also shares the basic elements of a strong work culture: inspiring hope, creating purpose, and fostering genuine community, whether your team works remotely, in a hybrid setting, or in-person. Additionally, Jennifer challenges the one-size-fits-all approach to office mandates and presents an alternative idea of the workplace as a “third place” where creativity and collaboration can flourish.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction and why culture matters more than ever 01:24 About Kevin’s book “Flexible Leadership” 01:49 Introducing guest Jennifer Moss 02:48 The new book: “Why Are We Here?” 03:05 What is a discovery writer? 04:56 Journey from burnout to culture 05:56 Career pivots and “life is short” 07:02 Mortality salience and identity at work 08:06 How the pandemic reframed our view of work 08:40 Everyone has agency in shaping culture 09:50 Managing up and generational empathy 11:18 Foundations of culture: hope, purpose, and community 13:08 Losing joy at work and the great detachment 14:16 Time poverty vs. remote work 15:06 The office as a third place 16:23 Contradictions in return-to-office policies 17:56 Productivity vs. presence and the AI contradiction 19:15 Data-driven leadership and ignoring the data 20:04 The chapter on “Freedom” 21:20 Women opting out and redefining freedom 22:41 Leadership betrayal and lack of trust 24:09 Focusing on goals, not hours 25:15 Supporting employees who finish early 25:38 AI increasing workload 26:32 Leaders need real conversations about AI’s impact 27:02 Culture can change in 20 minutes 27:56 Weekly manager-employee check-ins 28:25 Jennifer’s favorite morning ritual with her daughter 29:53 What Jennifer is reading: The Tell by Amy Griffin 31:07 Where to find Jennifer and her book 31:52 Kevin’s closing challenge: “Now What?”
Jennifer's Story: Jennifer Moss is the author of The Burnout Epidemic, which tackles employee burnout and was named one of Thinkers50's "10 Best New Management Books for 2022." Her latest book is WHY ARE WE HERE?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants. She is an international speaker, award-winning journalist and author, workplace culture strategist, and co-founder of the Work Better Institute, a global workforce policy think tank. She is a nationally syndicated radio columnist and writes for Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Fortune. Jennifer has been recognized as a Canadian Innovator of the Year and an International Female Entrepreneur of the Year, and is the recipient of a Public Service Award from the Office of President Obama.
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Book Recommendations * Why Are We Here?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants by Jennifer Moss * The Tell: A Memoir by Amy Griffin
Like this? * Creating Courageous Cultures with Karin Hurt and David Dye * Solving the Culture Puzzle with Mario Moussa and Derek Newberry * The Burnout Epidemic with Jennifer Moss * Culture is the Way with Matt Mayberry
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Getting buy-in sounds great—but it's not the end goal. It's just the beginning.
In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry explains why buy-in alone isn’t enough to drive results and how leaders can bridge the gap between agreement and action. Discover the three leadership actions that move your team from “I’m in” to actual implementation.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why buy-in is a low bar
- What the real goal of leadership influence should be
- 3 specific steps leaders can take to drive action
🎯 Remarkable Reminder: “Gaining buy-in to a project or change is a good first step, but not the goal. The goal is action and implementation.”
📅 Join Kevin for a free conversation with Dave Garrison, author of The Buy-In Advantage, at Virtual LeaderCon on September 22: 👉 https://VirtualLeaderCon.com
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders navigate the messy middle of management, especially when it comes to delivering difficult news without damaging relationships or morale? In this episode, Kevin talks with Mahesh Guruswamy about the real-world challenges leaders face when communicating unwelcome information, from missed deadlines to ethical violations. Mahesh shares a thoughtful approach to raising the temperature of conversations gradually and when situations call for urgent, high-stakes responses. They also discuss the difference between technical and adaptive feedback, the importance of intentional communication, and the human side of letting team members go.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:02 Meet Mahesh Guruswamy 06:03 The Messy Middle of Leadership 06:24 When Should Leaders Deliver Bad News 07:17 Listening to Your Intuition as a Leader 08:06 Raising the Temperature Slowly 10:24 When to Start at a Higher Temperature 12:04 When Urgency or Ethics Demand Immediate Action 13:04 Communicating the Stakes with Your Team 13:46 Writing as a Tool for Delivering Difficult News 14:51 Lessons from Amazon on Written Communication 16:06 Documenting Over Slide Decks for Clarity 17:17 Reviewing Recordings to Improve Communication 18:45 The Power of Leadership Language 21:11 Balancing Policy and Humanity in Difficult Conversations 22:09 Helping Team Members Find Better Fit Elsewhere 22:58 Avoiding Emotional Delivery of Feedback 23:59 Two Types of Feedback Technical and Adaptive 25:42 Giving Feedback to Your Boss 26:56 Should You Be a Manager Key Questions to Ask 28:28 Can You Succeed Without External Validation 28:55 Giving Credit to the Team Not Yourself 30:31 Mahesh’s Personal Interests 32:51 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
Mahesh's Story: Mahesh Guruswamy is the author of How to Deliver Bad News and Get Away with It: A Manager's Guide. He is a seasoned product development executive who has been in the software development space for over twenty years and has managed teams of varying sizes for over a decade. He is currently the chief product and technology officer at Kickstarter. Before that, he ran product development teams at Mosaic, Kajabi, and Smartsheet. Mahesh caught the writing bug from his favorite author, Stephen King. He started out writing short stories and eventually discovered that long-form writing was a great medium to share information with product development teams. Mahesh is passionate about mentoring others, especially folks who are interested in becoming a people manager and newer managers who are just getting going.
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Book Recommendations * How to Deliver Bad News and Get Away With It: A Manager’s Guide by Mahesh Guruswamy * Leadership on the Line: Staying Alive through the Dangers of Leading by Ronald A. Heifetz and Marty Linsky * Never Flinch by Stephen King
Like this? * Communicate Like a Leader with Dianna Booher * Leadership, Communication and Credibility with Jack Modzelewski * How to Communicate Effectively with Anyone, Anywhere with Raúl Sánchez and Dan Bullock * How to Communicate More Effectively and Lead a Better Life with Michael Hoeppner
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Are you an expert who’s stopped being curious? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the idea of the curious expert—a rare but powerful combination of knowledge and curiosity.
You’ll discover why expertise alone isn’t enough in today’s fast-changing world, and why curiosity is the key to staying relevant, adaptable, and effective as a leader. Kevin shares how to balance what you know with what you still need to learn, and how doing so can help you build trust, grow as a leader, and remain a lifelong learner.
🔑 What you’ll learn in this episode:
Why expertise often kills curiosity
How curiosity fuels learning and growth
Why today’s leaders must be both experts and learners
Practical steps to become a “curious expert”
📌 Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 00:23 – What is a “curious expert”? 00:49 – Why curiosity fades as expertise grows 01:15 – Why most people stop being curious 01:46 – Why curiosity is essential for learning 02:06 – How expertise helps, but can hold us back 02:34 – Looking backward vs. looking forward 03:01 – Why leaders need both expertise and curiosity 03:28 – How to become a curious expert 03:49 – The more you know, the more you realize you don’t 04:10 – Holding expertise and curiosity in tension 04:39 – The benefits of being a curious expert 05:05 – Learn more through the Remarkable Learning Masterclass 05:32 – Closing and invitation to next week’s episode
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ BOOK: Check out my latest book, The Long-Distance Teammate: https://longdistanceteammate.com/ ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Do you realize how much greatness lies within you? In this episode, Kevin talks with Dave Durand about the mindset and virtues necessary for leading others effectively and ethically in today’s complex world. Dave describes the concept of giants, those we lead who have incredible potential, and stresses that leading them involves creating an environment that promotes autonomy, impact, and growth. He shares his four core virtues: prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance. He clarifies that these are not outdated ideals but timeless strengths that help leaders make better decisions, act fairly, demonstrate courage, and maintain self-control. They also discuss building a strong leadership pipeline, succession planning, and why the goal of any great leader should be to become irrelevant.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 01:10 Flexible leadership and guest introduction 03:10 Dave’s journey to leadership 05:01 Defining a giant 06:20 Leadership and influence 09:21 Four virtues as leadership superpowers 12:06 Prudence 13:53 Justice 15:13 Fortitude 17:29 Temperance 19:34 Building a deep bench 24:44 Why are we working overtime 27:44 Optimizing personality for leadership 30:06 What Dave does for fun 31:03 What Dave is reading 32:05 Final thoughts and encouragement
Dave's Story: Dave Durand is the author of Leading Giants: A Leader’s Guide to Maximum Influence. He is a 9-figure founder, keynote speaker, bestselling author, award-winning CEO of Leading Giants, and Executive Chairman of Best Version Media. He has over three decades of experience in leadership and entrepreneurship. He has built and sold multiple businesses, which have collectively done over one billion dollars in sales. Dave is also a trainer of over 150,000 individuals, ranging from Fortune 500 executives and CEOs to small business owners and sales representatives. His leadership culture and focus on humility have earned recognition from major organizations, including Glassdoor, Fortune, Great Place to Work, and Top Workplaces USA.
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Book Recommendations * Leading Giants: A Leader's Guide to Maximum Influence by Dave Durand * Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle * Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
Like this? * Transformational Influence with Walt Rakowich * You Have More Influence Than You Think with Vanessa Bohns
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Are you wearing your learning glasses? 🕶 In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares how changing your perspective can turn everyday moments—whether frustrating or joyful—into powerful learning opportunities.
From handling setbacks to pursuing goals, coaching others, and even enjoying a good book or movie, Kevin explains practical ways to keep your "learning glasses" on and see the world differently.
📌 You’ll discover:
- What “learning glasses” are and why they matter
- When to put them on (hint: almost anytime!)
- How to practice this mindset in just 15 minutes a day
- The remarkable results you can expect when you start seeing life through a learning lens
💡 Remember: Learning opportunities are all around us—you just have to see them.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What lessons can leaders draw from championship-winning coaches? Kevin is joined by Chantal Vallée, who discusses her academic research on leadership and coaching success across sports, business, education, and healthcare. She identified four essential elements shared by great leaders: a compelling vision, strong organizational skills, a focus on individual development, and the ability to utilize key leadership traits. Together, Kevin and Chantal explore topics like setting a vision, handling pressure, and trusting the process. Chantal also offers practical tools for leadership, including the Council of Advisors and symbolic team-building exercises.
Listen For 00:00 Welcome to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast 00:39 Join Our Live Recordings 01:05 About Flexible Leadership 01:32 Introducing Chantal Vallée 02:48 Chantal’s Journey from Player to Coach 04:14 Why Chantal Wrote Her Book 05:13 Research Behind High-Performance Teams 06:28 Applying Research to Build a Championship Team 07:09 The Four-Part Leadership Framework 08:57 The Power of Vision 09:38 Organizational Skills as a Leadership Pillar 10:37 Investing in Individual Growth 11:12 Leadership Attributes: The Full Spectrum 11:42 Connecting to Flexible Leadership 12:02 Clarifying Organizational Skills 12:54 The Five-Year Vision and Recruiting 14:17 Making the Vision Real Through Staged Goals 16:19 Trusting the Process 17:28 Sacrificing Short-Term Wins for Long-Term Culture 18:29 Teaching Culture Through Strategic Decisions 19:13 Undervalued Leadership Attribute 20:27 The Importance of Lifelong Learning 21:34 Building a Council of Advisors 24:17 Inclusive Decision-Making as a Leader 25:06 Leading After a Crushing Defeat 26:10 Symbolism of the Hill and Letting Go 28:32 Applying Coaching Lessons to Business Leadership 28:52 Coaching Men’s Professional Basketball 30:22 Rapid Organizational Transformation 30:35 What Chantal Does for Fun 31:22 Recommended Book: Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself 32:14 Final Thoughts and Next Steps
Chantal's Story: Chantal Vallée is the author of Dare to Win: The Blueprint to Building and Leading High Performance and Championship Teams. She is the Windsor Lancers Women’s Basketball Coach and transformed a last-place team into five-time national champions. She was also the first woman worldwide to coach and manage a men’s professional team (Hamilton Honey Badgers), guiding them to the finals. Chantal Vallée lives in Windsor, ON.
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Book Recommendations * Dare to Win: The Blueprint to Building and Leading High Performance and Championship Teams by Chantal Vallée and Dr. Gordon Bloom * Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself: How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One by Dr. Joe Dispenza
Like this? * Winning! with Gary Brackett * What Makes Teams Great with Sam Walker * How Great Leaders Succeed Through Preparation with Matthew Mitchell
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Do you believe in your ability to learn? Your mindset may be the biggest factor holding you back from becoming the learner—and leader—you were meant to be.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores how your self-perception as a learner directly impacts your growth. He shares practical strategies to shift your thinking, revisit past successes, and build belief in your ability to master new skills.
📌 In this episode, you’ll learn:
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Why believing you can learn is more important than you think
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How school experience can mislead our self-perception
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How to tap into past learning wins for future growth
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Why persistence is a key part of learning mastery
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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What are some practical ways to make an impact as a leader? In this episode, Kevin welcomes Margaret Moore and Jeffrey Hull to discuss how leaders can close the gap between science and real-world application. Margaret and Jeffrey translated hundreds of leadership studies into nine capacities. These are grouped into three levels: self, relationships with others, and the larger organizational and societal impact. They share what it means to lead intentionally, develop agility and authenticity, and build psychologically safe environments. They also talk about concepts like the "quiet ego," balancing compassion and strategy, and why conscious leadership underpins all other capacities.
Listen For 0:00 Introduction and Framing the Conversation 1:16 About the Podcast and Live Opportunities 1:48 Kevin Introduces His Book Flexible Leadership 2:15 Guest Introductions Margaret Moore and Jeffrey Hull 3:14 Why the Word “Impact” 5:26 How the Book Came to Be 8:09 Researching the Research 13:28 Three Segments of Leadership Capacities 17:32 The 3 Self Focused Capacities 19:39 The 3 Team or Other Focused Capacities 23:39 The 3 Organization Focused Capacities 27:48 Most Misunderstood Capacities 30:12 The Concept of the Quiet Ego 32:42 Book Takeaways and Closing Reflections 35:03 What They’re Reading 37:04 Where to Learn More 38:24 Kevin’s Final Challenge Now What
Their Story: Jeffrey Hull, PhD, and Margaret Moore, MBA are the authors of The Science of Leadership: Nine Ways to Expand Your Impact. Jeffery has focused on leadership for over 30 years, as an HR leader with multiple corporations, cofounder of a leadership development consultancy, nonprofit executive director, and coach to leaders across the globe. He brings years of translating science into leadership as a consultant, psychologist, and teacher at New York University and Harvard Medical School. In writing this book, Jeff is excited to see his chosen professions—leadership and coaching—getting the scientific attention and application they deserve. Margaret blends leadership, coaching, and science, including thirty years in C-suite roles, co-leading four successful start-ups in biotechnology and coaching, and two decades of professional coaching and coach training. For 25 years, she has been a prolific translator of science into coaching, training, and leadership practice. Margaret's vision for this book is to help bring scientists, leaders, and coaches together to foster leadership excellence and support everyday leaders far and wide.
https://www.scienceofleadership.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreywhull/
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Book Recommendations * The Science of Leadership: Nine Ways to Expand Your Impact by Jeffrey Hull and Margaret Moore * The Transformative Self: Personal Growth, Narrative Identity, and the Good Life (Explorations in Narrative Psychology) by Jack J. Bauer * The Trauma of Everyday Life by Mark Epstein M.D * Thoughts Without A Thinker: Psychotherapy from a Buddhist Perspective by Mark Epstein * Rise Above: Overcome a Victim Mindset, Empower Yourself, and Realize Your Full Potential by Scott Barry Kaufman PhD * James by Percival Everett
Like this? * Cracking the Leadership Code with Alain Hunkins * Connecting with Others Through Listening with Ximena Vengoechea
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What if the future of work isn't just about where we work, but how we think about work itself? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Steve Cadigan to explore the shifts reshaping our workplaces, what Steve calls a “work quake.” Steve shares insights on how leaders and employees can adapt to a rapidly changing world of work. They discuss why lifelong learning and "learning agility" are no longer optional, and how our ability to learn quickly is becoming more valuable than what we already know. Steve also challenges leaders to rethink traditional talent strategies, including embracing higher turnover, building organizational capacity more rapidly, and treating employees as part of a lifelong talent ecosystem.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction to the episode topic – “Work Quake” 00:30 Importance of preparing for the future of work 01:00 How to join live and engage with future podcast episodes 01:36 Kevin’s book mention – "The Long-Distance Leader" 02:00 Introduction of guest Steve Cadigan 02:23 Steve’s background and experience 03:16 Steve joins the conversation 03:36 Steve’s unconventional career journey 04:57 Discovering a passion for recruiting 05:45 Learning through working in small and large organizations 06:49 Why Steve wrote "Workquake" 08:11 Adjusting the book for the impact of COVID 09:06 Kevin on how the book stayed relevant since 2022 09:30 Employee vs. employer vs. leader mindsets 09:57 The importance of learning agility 10:47 AI as an opportunity for human differentiation 11:53 Defining learning agility 13:16 The organizational challenge of fostering agility 14:17 Spotify’s experiment with internal mobility 14:49 Delegation and building organizational capacity 15:06 How the world of work radically changed in 2020 16:08 What employers must consider now 16:43 The remote vs. in-person debate 17:16 “Yes, and…” hybrid work models 18:16 Pilot vs. policy mindset 19:45 Aligning work strategy with actual results 20:04 Rethinking AI's role and use 21:17 The limits of AI for customer experience 22:01 The power of asking better questions 23:06 Rethinking talent strategy: 7 models 23:27 Steve’s ecosystem approach to talent 24:04 Designing for shorter tenures 25:03 Speeding up onboarding and retention through new models 26:15 The “illegal after 3 years” strategy exercise 26:58 What Steve would add to the book today 27:29 The rise of hybrid experimentation 28:08 The benefits of remote/hybrid work 29:04 Zoom meetings and inclusive communication 29:24 Final reflections on hybrid as an opportunity 29:45 Any final takeaways from Steve? 30:25 Organizations must become business schools 31:03 Training and internal learning over hiring externally 31:22 Kevin’s rapid fire closing questions 31:44 Steve’s personal interests – tennis, coaching, bird watching 32:26 Books and content Steve is consuming 33:04 Being a student of AI – trusted sources 34:39 Where to find Steve online 35:18 Kevin’s closing thought: Take action now 36:26 Outro and invitation to return next week
Steve's Story: Steve Cadigan is the author of Workquake: Embracing the Aftershocks of COVID-19 to Create a Better Model of Working. He is a top talent strategist and leadership expert with 30+ years of experience. He famously led LinkedIn’s early hyper-growth phase as its first CHRO, building its world-class company culture from scratch and scaling the organization from 400 to 4,000 employees in 3.5 years. As one of the most provocative global thought leaders on the future of work, Steve is hired not only by F500 companies but by entire countries to help them navigate the talent landscape. His clientele spans from Google, X, Slack, BBC, and Inel, to the City of Lisbon, which hired him to develop the startup incubator Unicorn Factory. He has also written for Forbes and Inc., will soon be writing for Business Insider, and frequently appears on Bloomberg and CNBC to talk about the evolving nature of work, talent management, the Big Resignation, and successful leadership.
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Book Recommendations * Workquake: Embracing the Aftershocks of COVID-19 to Create a Better Model of Working by Steve Cadigan * The God of the Woods: A Novel by Liz Moore
Like this? * How to Navigate the Future with Margaret Heffernan * How the Future Works with Brian Elliott * The Forces Reshaping the Workplace with Phil Simon
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Are you ready to grow as a leader the same way you’d build physical strength? In this 600th episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry draws an inspiring and practical connection between building your physical muscles and growing your leadership capabilities.
Leadership, like fitness, requires focused, consistent effort—and in this video, you'll discover:
- Why it's critical to focus on specific leadership "muscles" (skills)
- The power of consistency over intensity
- How to avoid neglecting key leadership areas (even those you're good at!)
- The importance of rest, recovery, and well-being for effective leadership
- Why lifelong learning is the secret to lasting leadership growth
🎯 Whether you're new to leadership or looking to take your impact to the next level, this episode will help you build strength, stamina, and success in your leadership journey.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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How often do we think of leadership not just as a set of skills, but as a reflection of our character? Kevin welcomes Meredith Bell to explore the often-overlooked connection between leadership effectiveness and character skills. Meredith highlights the importance of focusing on "who we are being" as leaders, not just what we are doing. Kevin and Meredith discuss why character isn’t fixed and how it can be intentionally developed over time. She introduces the 36 character skills, grouped into three core areas: building a stronger self, building stronger relationships, and building a stronger work ethic. Meredith offers practical strategies for developing patience with ourselves, with others, in everyday situations, and during life's big, uncertain moments.
Listen For 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:58 How to Join Future Live Episodes 01:15 Sponsor Message – Flexible Leadership Book 02:00 Introducing Guest Meredith Bell 03:32 Meredith's Journey from Teaching to Leadership Development 06:00 The Evolution of Grow Strong Leaders 07:00 Focus on Character in Leadership 08:40 What is Character and Why it Matters 10:00 Character as a Learnable Skill 10:45 The 36 Character Skills Framework 12:30 Universality and Cultural Relevance of Character Skills 14:20 Starting Points for Building Character 16:30 The Overlooked Value of Patience 18:00 Practicing Patience: With Self and Others 22:00 Real-Life Situations to Build Patience 23:10 Self-Awareness and Emotional Control 24:45 Practicing Patience During Major Life Events 26:00 Forgiveness as a Leadership Strength 28:00 The Importance of Letting Go and Positive Intent 31:00 Reflection and Control in Relationships 32:00 Meredith's Personal Interests and Book Recommendations 35:00 Grow Strong Leaders Skill Builder Program 36:00 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
Meredith's Story: Meredith Bell is the co-founder and president of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes online tools that help leaders strengthen their character and communication skills, so they build strong relationships and inspire others to perform at the highest level. Meredith is the author of three books and the host of the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast. Meredith believes in building strong relationships herself. She and her two business partners have worked together for 31 years, and many of the customers have done business with her company for more than 20 years.
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Book Recommendations * Grow Strong Character: A Guide for Developing 36 Character Skills to Achieve Excellence in Every Area of Your Life by Dennis Coates * The Power of Awareness: Unlocking the Law of Attraction by Neville Goddard * Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills * Peer Coaching Made Simple
Like this? * Leadership Character with Pat Williams * Being Impact Player with Liz Wiseman
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What does it mean to be an audacious leader? In this episode, Kevin talks with Anne Marie Anderson, who shares that she believes four things generally hold us back: time, money, inner critic, and fear. She introduces the idea of "making friends with fear," encouraging us to see fear not as an obstacle but as an invitation to grow. They also discuss building your front row, a trusted circle of people who challenge, support, and give honest feedback.
Listen For 00:00 Welcome and Episode Overview 00:38 Join Live Recordings on Social Media 01:15 Sponsor Message – Flexible Leadership Book 01:53 Introducing Anne Marie Anderson 03:25 Anne Marie’s Journey to Sports Broadcasting 04:56 Why She Wrote the Book “Cultivating Audacity” 06:09 Making Friends with Fear 08:28 The Fear of Being Judged 09:16 The Power of Building a “Front Row” 11:57 Front Row vs. Mentors 14:17 What Audacity Really Means 15:00 Audacity Isn’t Just for Extroverts 16:18 The Tragedy That Sparked Anne Marie’s Audacity 17:46 The Urgency Fallacy Explained 19:12 Urgent vs. Important – A Daily Discipline 20:07 Audacity in Leadership 21:36 What Anne Marie Loves About Broadcasting 22:05 Her Favorite Sport to Call 23:20 Common Misconceptions About Play-by-Play 24:48 Lessons Leaders Can Learn from Play-by-Play 25:10 Phil Jackson and Flexible Leadership 27:02 Final Thoughts on Practicing Audacity 27:35 What Anne Marie Does for Fun 28:36 What She’s Reading – “Good Awkward” by Henna Pryor 29:11 Where to Find Her and the Book 30:07 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
Anne's Story: Anne Marie Anderson is the author of Cultivating Audacity: Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win. She is a three-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster, keynote speaker and author. As she walked through ESPN’s doors fresh out of college, Anne Marie embarked on a career that led her into the boardrooms and locker rooms of some of the most successful franchises in sports. Utilizing the methods observed through behind closed doors coverage of high-performing coaches, athletes and executives, Anderson applied their penchant for taking bold, sometimes surprising, risks to her own personal and professional life. The knowledge and experience she has gained making one intrepid career move after another led her to become one of the most experienced female play-by-play announcers in the country.
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Book Recommendations * Cultivating Audacity: Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win by Anne Marie Anderson * Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life by Laura Gassner Otting * Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers * Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become The Bravest You by Henna Pryor
Like this? * One Bold Move a Day with Shanna Hocking * The 8 Strengths that Redefine Confidence with Lisa Sun
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Have you ever felt off track—at work, at home, or just in life? You’re not alone. In this episode of Remarkable TV, I’m sharing 8 practical, actionable ways you can get back on track and stay there. Whether you’re overwhelmed, distracted, or just not feeling aligned with your goals, these strategies will help you course correct and move forward with clarity and confidence.
We’ll talk about how to: - Recognize when you’re off track - Reconnect with your purpose - Eliminate distractions - Create momentum through micro targets and time blocks - And most importantly, replace shame with progress
This episode isn’t just about leadership—it’s about self-leadership. Because if we can’t get ourselves back on track, how can we expect to lead others effectively?
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Have you ever felt like a fraud or doubted your accomplishments? In this episode, Kevin welcomes Aoife O’Brien to discuss the often-misunderstood phenomenon of imposter syndrome. Aoife shares research that led her to identify five distinct imposter identities: The Overachiever, The Comparer, The People Pleaser, The Procrastinator, and The Success Fearer, and explains how these behaviors show up and affect individuals and teams. They also talk about how common imposter syndrome is in the workplace, how it can hurt performance and confidence, and how leaders can recognize and support team members who might be struggling. Aoife also introduces her simple ABCDE framework as a practical tool for overcoming imposter thoughts.
Listen For 00:00 Intro to Imposter Syndrome 00:30 Welcome to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast 01:25 Kevin introduces his book “Flexible Leadership” 02:10 Introducing Aoife O’Brien 03:00 Aoife's professional journey and inspiration 05:00 Organizational culture and work fulfillment 06:00 Connecting imposter syndrome to workplace happiness 07:00 Aoife's personal imposter syndrome story 08:30 Being featured in a national newspaper 10:00 Defining imposter syndrome 12:00 The impact on individuals and teams 13:00 Imposter syndrome vs. confidence 14:00 How widespread is imposter syndrome? 15:30 Common triggers and barriers 17:00 What leaders can look for in team behavior 18:40 Examples of behavior linked to imposter syndrome 20:00 Real-world feedback from the audience 21:20 Aoife’s 5 Imposter Identities 23:15 The Overachiever 23:45 The Comparer 25:20 The People Pleaser 26:15 The Procrastinator 28:00 The Success Feeler 30:00 Aoife’s ABCDE Framework 31:00 Acknowledge 31:40 Build Belief 32:30 Courageous Action 33:30 Do It Anyway 34:00 Everyday Practice 35:00 What Aoife does for fun 35:50 What Aoife is reading 36:30 Where to find Aoife online 38:00 Kevin’s “Now What?” challenge to listeners
Aiofe's Story: Aoife O’Brien founded Happier at Work in 2019 because she witnessed firsthand the impact of poor workplace culture on both organizations and employees. Using her research-based Happier at Work framework, she partners with Global Talent & HR Leaders to cultivate human-centered workplace cultures that prioritize wellbeing, career growth, and meaningful impact. She supports employees to build their confidence, gain career clarity and reach their full potential, while driving increased engagement and retention in organizations. Her clients hire her to speak, train and deliver corporate programs. She has worked with global organizations like Meta, MSD, Ciena, AbbVie, Logitech, and HubSpot. Her award-winning podcast, Happier at Work®, has a global audience of over 125k.
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Book Recommendations * The Happiness Trap (Second Edition): How to Stop Struggling and Start Living by Russ Harris * Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence by Kevin Eikenberry
Like this? * Love Your Imposter with Rita Clifton
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Have you ever considered that the key to leadership isn’t just vision, but also preparation? Kevin sits down with Coach Matthew Mitchell to explore the role of preparation in leadership and in building winning teams. Matthew shares his five levels of preparation: casual, cursory, compliant, committed, and constant. He believes leaders need to reach levels 4 and 5, where thorough systems, discipline, and introspection take precedence. Using Coach John Wooden’s approach, he explains that most preparation should focus on your systems, only delving deeply into the competitor’s game when necessary, such as during critical “special situations.”
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:36 Welcome to the podcast 01:06 About Kevin’s book “Flexible Leadership” 01:33 Guest introduction: Coach Matthew Mitchell 02:27 Overview of Coach Mitchell’s coaching career 03:44 How he got into coaching and writing 06:16 Why return to coaching now? 07:35 Focus of the book: preparation 08:32 Why preparation matters 10:23 Casino analogy: "the house always wins" 13:00 The five levels of preparation 17:01 Where organizations typically fall on the preparation spectrum 18:36 Peyton Manning’s quote on preparation and work ethic 20:19 Attitude and effort: what we can control 22:17 Coaching insights that apply to business 24:22 The importance of identifying your “bread and butter” 25:03 Constant preparation and the power of systems 26:22 Preparing for strategy vs. reacting to the competition 30:27 Special situations in games and business 31:06 The danger of perfectionism vs. pursuit of excellence 32:11 What Coach Mitchell does for fun 33:03 What he’s currently reading 34:39 Where to learn more about Coach Mitchell 35:24 Final thoughts and action steps for listeners 36:34 Closing remarks and next episode teaser
Matthew's Story: Matthew Mitchell is the author of Ready to Win:How Great Leaders Succeed Through Preparation. He is a Wall Street Journal best-selling author, speaker, three-time SEC Coach of the Year, and the winningest head coach in the history of the University of Kentucky women's basketball program. The foundation for his teams’ achievements is the Winning Tools principles: honesty, hard work, and discipline. Through Mitchell’s focus on the fundamentals, he led the program to new heights―seven winning seasons and UK’s first SEC Championship in 30 years.
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Book Recommendations * Ready to Win: How Great Leaders Succeed through Preparation by Matthew Mitchell * Back to Blue Holly: A Novel by Beth Pride * The Last King of America: The Misunderstood Reign of George III by Andrew Roberts
Like this? * Reinventing the Way You Work with Jonas Altman * Being Present and Staying Grounded with Scott O'Neil * The 4 Disciplines of Execution with Jim Huling
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What do alarm clocks have to do with leadership? More than you might think.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the surprising (and insightful) ways that leaders are like alarm clocks—from time awareness and reliability to knowing when to speak and when to stay silent.
This mash-up challenge will help you reflect on your leadership habits in a whole new way. Whether you're leading a team or developing your own skills, these comparisons offer practical reminders to lead more effectively.
✅ Want Kevin to mash up another pair of ideas? Leave a comment or email us at info@kevineikenberry.com with your suggestion!
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can a simple shift in mindset unlock the potential within your team? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Phillip B. Wilson to discuss the power of four key leadership mindsets that can help leaders not only improve their effectiveness but also inspire exceptional performance in others. These include believing in your impact, believing in yourself, believing in others, and believing in your relationships. Kevin and Phil also explore topics such as overcoming the hero assumption, building psychological safety, and navigating the pitfalls of overconfidence.
Listen For 00:00 Welcome to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast 00:46 How to Join Our Community 01:12 Introducing Flexible Leadership Book 02:04 Meet Phillip Wilson 03:06 From Law School to Leadership Consulting 04:02 Early Leadership Journey 05:18 Crisis Moments and Leadership Lessons 06:26 Studying Leadership and Approachable Leadership 07:29 Why Mindset Matters in Leadership 08:09 The Evolution of The Leader Shift Playbook 10:02 Leadership Lessons from Personal Experience 10:47 Understanding the Dunning-Kruger Effect 12:12 Mount Stupid and Leadership Overconfidence 13:29 Self-Awareness and Asking for Feedback 15:16 The Four Leadership Mindsets Overview 16:04 Believe in Yourself 17:34 Actor-Observer Bias and Leadership 18:34 Confirmation Bias and Self-Confidence 19:21 Confidence vs Overconfidence 20:51 Believe in Your Impact 22:30 Placebo vs Nocebo Leadership 24:10 Believe in Others 25:15 The Hero Assumption 25:42 Story of Daniel Kish 27:48 The Power of Belief from Others 29:03 Believe in Your Relationships 30:24 Three Core Questions of Psychological Safety 31:38 What Does Phil Wilson Do for Fun? 32:47 What Phil Is Reading Now 34:14 Where to Learn More About Phil and His Book 35:04 Your Leadership Call to Action
Phillip's Story: Phillip B. Wilson is the author of The Leader-Shift Playbook: 4 Simple Changes to Score Big and Unleash Your Team’s Potential. He is the founder of Approachable Leadership, where he and his team help clients thrive and create extraordinary workplaces. He is a national expert on leadership, labor relations, and creating positive workplaces. He is regularly featured in the business media, including Fox Business Network, Fast Company, Bloomberg News, HR magazine, and The New York Times. Wilson regularly delivers keynotes, workshops, and webinars and has been called to testify before Congress as a labor relations expert. He graduated magna cum laude from Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, and went on to earn his JD from the University of Michigan Law School.
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Book Recommendations * The Leader-Shift Playbook: 4 Simple Changes to Score Big and Unleash Your Team’s Potential by Phillip B. Wilson * Data: Harness Your Numbers to Go from Uncertain to Unstoppable by Mark O'Donnell, Angela Kalemis, Mark Stanley * Outgrow: How to Expand Market Share and Outsell Your Competition by Alex Goldfayn * Finish Big by Bo Burlingham
Like this? * Becoming the Leader Your Team is Waiting For with Jonathan Raymond * Nurturing a Team That Flourishes with Dan Pontefract
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Is accountability a tool for growth or a weapon for blame? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Michael Timms to discuss the true meaning and power of accountability in leadership and how modeling accountability creates a ripple effect throughout an organization. Michael addresses the pitfalls of task-focused leadership and offers guidance on how to empower teams by shifting their attention toward outcomes. He also outlines three habits of personal accountability: 1. Don't Blame, 2. Look in the Mirror, 3. Engineer the Solution.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:49 Live streaming invitation 01:10 Book plug – Flexible Leadership 02:00 Introducing Michael Timms 02:55 Michael joins the show 03:37 Michael’s leadership journey 05:50 Why focus on accountability 08:09 Accountability as blame vs. power 10:11 Definition of accountability 11:02 Accountability and leadership power 13:26 CEOs and accountability problems 14:00 Systems thinking and accountability 15:06 Accountability is about results 18:00 Leaders must focus on outcomes 19:06 Three habits of personal accountability 20:03 Habit 1: Don’t blame 21:24 Habit 2: Look in the mirror 23:08 Ask others for feedback 23:50 Habit 3: Engineer the solution 25:04 Story – deleted file and process fix 26:49 Systems thinking builds trust 27:52 Processes vs. empowerment 30:55 Recap of accountability habits 31:17 What if it really is someone else’s fault? 32:49 Modeling accountability builds trust 34:11 What Michael does for fun 34:50 What Michael is reading 35:41 Where to learn more about Michael 36:18 Closing remarks
Michael's Story: Michael Timms is the author of How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability. He is a TEDx speaker, leadership development consultant, author, and founder of Avail Leadership. He has empowered thousands of senior leaders to adopt powerful leadership habits and practices that drive measurable improvements in team performance, engagement, and results across organizations. Prior to forming his own consultancy, Michael was a consultant with Deloitte and an HR leader in the construction and manufacturing industries. Michael earned an M.B.A. from Utah State University. When Michael is not helping leaders improve their game, he enjoys spending time with his family and going on challenging outdoor adventures in remote wilderness locations. His most recent adventure was summiting an 18,871 ft (5,752 m) mountain in the Peruvian Andes.
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Book Recommendations * How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability: Three Habits That Make or Break Leaders and Elevate Organizational Performance by Michael Timms * How Ike Led by Susan Eisenhower
Like this? * Compassionate Accountability with Nate Regier * Cultivating Autonomy, Authority and Leadership in Every Role with Judith Katz and Fred Miller
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Who do you admire—and more importantly, why? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores how identifying and reflecting on those we admire can unlock personal growth, fuel inspiration, and guide us toward our own leadership potential. 💡
This isn't about blind admiration or comparison. It's about learning from others' journeys and using those insights to become better leaders and better people.
👀 Watch to:
-Reflect on who inspires you and why
-Discover the true value of admiration without ego
-Learn how others’ paths can illuminate your own
-Tap into your own remarkable potential
🧠 Whether you’re a leader looking for growth or someone aiming to become their best self, this episode offers a simple yet powerful exercise to help shape your future.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Is workplace well-being a strategic advantage or simply a leadership nicety? In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry sits down with Paula Davis to discuss the seismic shifts reshaping our workplaces, including the lasting impacts of the pandemic, ongoing debates about hybrid work, generational expectations, and the rise of AI. Paula makes a case for adopting new mindsets over merely acquiring new skills. These include Sticky Recognition and Mattering, ABC Needs, Workload Sustainability, Systemic Stress Resilience, and Values and Team Alignment. Paula also addresses the deeper root causes of workplace stress, such as unmanageable workloads, lack of recognition, and organizational unfairness.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:08 Workplace wellbeing overview 00:42 Podcast welcome and live events 01:30 About the book Flexible Leadership 01:57 Guest introduction – Paula Davis 04:41 Paula's journey and burnout story 06:21 Why the book matters now 08:34 Why focus on mindsets 10:11 People and performance focus 13:08 Research insights on high-performing organizations 15:05 Root causes of stress and disengagement 16:21 Six root causes explained 20:15 Why these issues matter more today 21:20 Overview of the five mindsets 22:06 Sticky recognition and mattering 24:29 ABC needs: Autonomy, Belonging, Challenge 25:23 Workload sustainability 28:27 Systemic stress resilience 30:15 Summary: human and teaming practices 31:12 What Paula does for fun 32:37 Book recommendation 34:01 Where to find Paula and the book 35:03 Final thoughts and call to action
Paula's Story: Paula Davis JD, MAPP, is the author of Lead Well: Five Mindsets to Engage, Retain and Inspire your Team. She is the founder and CEO of the Stress & Resilience Institute. For 15 years, she has been a trusted advisor to leaders in organizations of all sizes helping them to make work better. Paula is a globally recognized expert on the effects of workplace stress, burnout prevention, workplace well-being, and building resilience for individuals and teams. Paula left her law practice after seven years and earned a master’s degree in applied positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. She is also the author of Beating Burnout at Work: Why Teams Hold the Secret to Well-Being & Resilience, which was nominated for best new book by the Next Big Idea Club. Paula has shared her expertise at educational institutions such as Harvard Law School, Wharton School Executive Education, and Princeton. She is a two-time recipient of the distinguished teaching award from the Medical College of Wisconsin. She has been featured in and on The New York Times, O, The Oprah Magazine, The Washington Post and many other media outlets. Paula is also a contributor to Forbes, Fast Company and Psychology Today.
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Book Recommendations * Lead Well: 5 Mindsets to Engage, Retain, and Inspire Your Team by Paula Davis * Beating Burnout at Work: Why Teams Hold the Secret to Well-Being and Resilience by Paula Davis * Why Workplace Wellbeing Matters: The Science Behind Employee Happiness and Organizational Performance by Jan-Emmanuel De Neve and George Ward
Like this? * The Leader's Role in Employee Engagement with Michael Lee Stallard * Understanding Employee Engagement with Jacqueline Throop-Robinson * Beating Burnout at Work with Paula Davis * A Practical Guide for Building Engagement with Brian Hartzer
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In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry shares why being specific beats being vague—every time. Whether you're setting goals, managing a project, or communicating with your team, specificity drives clarity, focus, and better results. Kevin breaks down five reasons why being specific helps you win in leadership and life, and gives you two questions to apply these insights right away.
🎯 Watch now to learn how to harness the power of being specific.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What is the most important question everyone is silently asking? According to David Horsager, the answer is clear: "Can I trust you?" In this episode, David shares why trust isn't merely a soft skill, but rather an asset that drives leadership, innovation, sales, retention, and more. He explains that a lack of trust represents the biggest cost to organizations and is the true cause behind many issues we typically attribute to communication, leadership, or marketing. Additionally, he introduces his research-backed framework of the 8 Pillars of Trust: clarity, compassion, character, competency, commitment, connection, contribution, and consistency. David also offers some tools we can use today to turn trust into results.
David's Story: Dr. David Horsager, MA, CSP, CPAE, is the bestselling author of four books, including his latest, Trust Matters More Than Ever. David is CEO of Trust Edge Leadership Institute and a global authority on helping leaders and organizations become the most trusted in their industry. He is the inventor of The Enterprise Trust Index™, director of the annual study—The Trust Outlook™, and national bestselling author of The Trust Edge. With clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to professional sports teams and global governments, David has taken the platform across the United States and on 6 continents.
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Book Recommendations * Trust Matters More than Ever: 40 Proven Tools to Lead Better, Grow Faster & Build Trust Now! by David Horsager * The Comfort Crisis: Embrace Discomfort To Reclaim Your Wild, Happy, Healthy Self by Michael Easter * Excellence Wins: A No-Nonsense Guide to Becoming the Best in a World of Compromise by Horst Schulze * The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World by John Mark Comer
Like this? * The Laws of Trust with Joel Peterson * The Power of Trust with Sandra Sucher * How Trust Works with Dr. Peter Kim
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How do you effectively lead a team filled with individuals who are different from you? Kevin is joined by Stephanie Chung to discuss what it truly takes to lead with intention in today's diverse workforce. Stephanie’s unique leadership model is represented by the acronym ALLY—Ask, Listen, Learn, and You take action. This framework emphasizes the importance of leaders actively engaging with their team members to understand and support them, particularly those who may not share the same background, identity, or experiences. She dives into each component, providing practical advice and candid examples, including a powerful story known as “The Damsel in Distress.” Stephanie also introduces another valuable acronym, EARN—Establish psychological safety, Assure alignment, Rally the troops, and Navigate the narrows, guiding leaders in creating environments where all team members can thrive.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction: Leading People Who Are Not Like You 00:35 Welcome and Live Podcast Info 01:17 Sponsor Message: Flexible Leadership 02:12 Guest Introduction: Stephanie Chung 03:09 Stephanie’s Leadership Journey 06:29 Why This Book? The Heart Behind Ally Leadership 07:44 Overview of ALLY: Ask, Listen, Learn, Take Action 08:51 The Modern Workforce: Diversity in Every Dimension 10:17 Why the Term "Ally" Matters 11:17 The Damsel in Distress Story 18:44 Ask, Listen, Learn: Leadership in Practice 19:09 The EARN Framework for Earning Ally Status 21:39 Creating Psychologically Safe Teams 24:50 Walk-a-Mile: Building Empathy in Teams 25:11 Leaders Must Demonstrate Allyship 27:10 Stephanie's Self-Care and Cultural Immersion Practices 30:07 What Leaders Can Do to Grow: Simple Actions 30:13 What Stephanie Is Reading Now 31:20 Where to Learn More About Stephanie 32:54 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
Stephanie Chung is the author of Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You. She is the first African-American president of a private aviation company. Under her leadership, her sales team consistently exceeded their nearly $1 billion annual quota, and with over 30 years of experience, Stephanie is a powerhouse in driving business growth and success.
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Book Recommendations * Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You by Stephanie Chung * Hers for the Taking: Your Path to the C-Suite & Beyond by Tracey Newell * NIV, Maxwell Leadership Bible, 3rd Edition, Hardcover, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New International Version by Thomas Nelson (Author), John C. Maxwell
Like this? * 10 Truths for Winning in the People Age with Ilya Bonic * How to Lead People Who Aren't Like You with Kelly McDonald
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Are you willing to play the long game?
In this episode of Remarkable TV and The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry explores why playing the long game is one of the most powerful habits leaders can develop—especially in a world dominated by instant gratification. He shares a compelling story and challenges us to lead with purpose, patience, and a focus on long-term results.
You’ll learn: - What it means to “play the long game” as a leader - Why short-term thinking limits your impact - How to align your goals with a broader purpose - How patience and perspective elevate leadership effectiveness
If you're ready to make a lasting impact and lead with intention, this episode is for you.
📖 Want to learn more about being a flexible leader? Grab a sample chapter of Kevin’s new book, Flexible Leadership: https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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How can lessons from sports and psychology transform the way we lead, especially when the pressure is on? Kevin is joined by Sebastien Page to explore how high-performance mindsets from sports apply to leadership. They discuss how goal-induced blindness, where an intense focus on achieving goals can obscure ethical or practical considerations, impacts leaders and organizations. Sebastien shares how strong relationships, not fame or fortune, are the most significant predictors of long-term happiness and fulfillment. The episode also highlights a few of the eighteen principles from the book, including: Don’t Die on Everest – The dangers of goal-induced blindness. Think About Death – Why zooming out to the end of your life can sharpen your focus today.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction: Leadership and Self-Awareness 01:03 Book Promo: Flexible Leadership 01:57 Guest Introduction: Sebastien Page 03:21 Opening Banter and Book Discussion Kickoff 03:54 Sebastien’s Journey from Finance to Leadership Psychology 05:34 Key Insight: Sports Psychology Isn’t About Winning 07:13 Federer’s 54% Win Rate and the Power of Marginal Gains 08:04 Not a Book About Sports but About Resilience 09:19 Why Positive and Personality Psychology Matter 10:05 The Gummy Bear Story: Ethics vs. Goals 13:18 Positive Psychology’s Key Finding: Relationships Matter Most 14:36 Goals, Leadership, and Broader Impact 17:17 Principle 1: Don’t Die on Everest 20:19 How to Recognize and Avoid Goal-Induced Blindness 24:07 Principle 11: Think About Death 26:01 Stephen Covey’s Influence and the Book Title Journey 27:21 Applying These Ideas to Your Team 28:24 Counterintuitive Leadership Lessons 29:59 Fun and Reading: Running and Billionaire Biographies 31:29 Where to Connect with Sebastien 32:13 Kevin’s Final Question: Now What 32:55 Wrap-Up: Climbing Everest or Not
Sébastien's Story: Sébastien Page is the author of The Psychology of Leadership: Timeless principles to improve your management of individuals, teams… and yourself! Head of Global Multi-Asset and Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price. He has more than two decades of leadership experience and has done extensive research on positive, sports, and personality psychology. He currently oversees a team of investment professionals actively managing over $500 billion in Assets Under Management. He has also written two finance books: Beyond Diversification: What Every Investor Needs to Know, and the co-authored Factor Investing and Asset Allocation, and he has won six annual research-paper awards: two from The Financial Analysts Journal and four from The Journal of Portfolio Management. He appears regularly on CNBC and Bloomberg TV, and in 2022 was named a Top Voice in Finance by LinkedIn. He has been quoted extensively in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Barron’s. Sébastien lives in Maryland with his wife and kids.
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Book Recommendations * The Psychology of Leadership: Timeless principles to improve your management of individuals, teams… and yourself! by Sébastien Page * Gambling Man: The Secret Story of the World's Greatest Disruptor, Masayoshi Son by Lionel Barber * The Nvidia Way: Jensen Huang and the Making of a Tech Giant by Tae Kim
Like this? * Seeing Your Blind Spots with Marisa Murray * Leading From the Inside Out with Errol Doebler * Win the Inside Game with Steve Magness
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Blame is easy—but it's also a barrier to your growth, your relationships, and your results. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares a powerful mindset shift that can help you move from blame to ownership.
You’ll learn: - Why blaming others holds you back as a leader - How language and perspective fuel blame - The ONE question you can ask to be more accountable and effective
👉 Are you ready to stop pointing fingers and start making progress?
📌 Remember: When you point at someone, there are three fingers pointing back at you. Let’s explore what that really means—and how it can change your leadership forever.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What makes work meaningful, and how can leaders create that experience for their teams? Kevin is joined by Wes Adams and Tamara Myles, who state that their research shows nearly 50% of an employee's experience of meaning at work is tied to what their leaders do or fail to do. Meaningful work is the upstream factor that drives engagement, productivity, innovation, and the bottom-line results that organizations want. The conversation centers around the Three C’s of Meaningful Work: Community – Creating authentic connections and a sense of belonging among team members, even in remote or hybrid work environments. Contribution – Helping employees see the impact of their work and making clear connections between daily tasks and larger organizational goals. Challenge – Supporting team members as they grow, learn, and take on meaningful tasks, balancing stretch assignments with strong support.
Listen For 00:00 Intro: Why Meaningful Work Matters 00:45 Welcome to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast 01:35 Sponsor: Flexible Leadership Book 02:30 Guest Introductions: Wes Adams and Tamara Myles 04:01 The Origin of the Book and Their Research 05:35 The Leader’s Role in Creating Meaning 06:13 Why Meaning is Crucial for Performance 07:50 Leaders as a Leverage Point for Meaning 08:50 The Three C’s of Meaningful Work 09:53 C1: Community – What It Is and Why It Matters 11:12 Building Community in Hybrid and Remote Work 12:12 Inside Scoop Practice for Deeper Connections 13:16 Home Base Teams: Dropbox’s Neighborhood Model 16:59 High Purpose vs Low Purpose Team Activities 18:22 Empowering Employees to Build Community 20:06 C2: Contribution – Driving Greater Impact 21:33 Purpose vs Meaning – Understanding the Difference 22:11 Calendly’s Mission: Saving Time as Meaning 23:03 Storytelling and Making Work Personal 24:12 Highlighting the Impact of Individual Roles 25:07 C3: Challenge – The Growth-Minded Definition 26:04 Balancing High Challenge with High Support 27:40 Everyday Examples of Meaningful Challenge 28:43 Why All 3 C’s Matter – Not Just Contribution 29:32 Immediate Leadership Action: Give Positive Feedback 30:51 Meaning Can Happen in Any Job, Every Day 31:24 Fun Question: What Do You Do for Fun 32:39 What Are You Reading 34:25 Where to Learn More: makeworkmeaningful.com 35:33 Final Thought: Now What Will You Do
Wes Adams and Tamara Myles are the authors of Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee.
Wes is the CEO of SV Consulting Group. He partners with Fortune 500s and scaling companies to develop high-impact leaders and design operating structures that support high-performing teams. He is also a positive psychology researcher at the University of Pennsylvania, where he studies the leadership practices and organizational structures that help employees thrive.
Tamara Myles is an accomplished consultant, author, and international speaker with over two decades of experience helping leaders improve business performance. She is the author of The Secret to Peak Productivity, which introduced her proprietary Peak Productivity Pyramid framework. Tamara’s insights have been featured in leading publications such as Forbes, Fast Company, USA Today, and Business Insider. She has worked with clients such as Microsoft, KPMG, MassMutual, and Google. Tamara has a master’s degree in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she also serves as an instructor in the master’s program and a trainer for the world-renowned Penn Resilience Program. She is a professor in the Master of Science in Leadership program at Boston College, where she integrates cutting-edge research into practical applications for leadership and organizational success. She lives in Concord, Massachusetts.
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Book Recommendations * Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee by Wes Adams and Tamara Myles * Lessons from Plants by Beronda L. Montgomery * Shift: Managing Your Emotions--So They Don't Manage You by Ethan Kross
Like this? * Thriving at Work with Gabriella Kellerman * Wiring the Winning Organization with Gene Kim * Mastering the Art of Being All In with Lisa Danels
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Are you drowning in meetings? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores a common leadership challenge: How many meetings are too many? The answer may not be a number—but a shift in mindset, purpose, and effectiveness.
Discover: ✅ How to clarify your desired meeting outcome ✅ How to decide whether a meeting is truly necessary ✅ How to choose the right people for your meeting ✅ Tips to stay focused and finish strong ✅ Why meetings ARE part of your real work
If you're tired of unproductive, time-wasting meetings, this episode is for you. Make your meetings more intentional, effective, and meaningful.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can you be authentic in a way that strengthens your leadership and personal success? Kevin sits down with Jeanne Sparrow to chat about what authenticity truly means, why it matters for leaders, and how you can live it out with courage and confidence. Jeanne explains that being authentic isn't simply about being yourself; it's about knowing yourself deeply, having the bravery to express it, and using it to advance your work and connect with others meaningfully. Kevin and Jeanne explore the relationship between authenticity and confidence, the role of leaders in creating environments where team members feel safe to be themselves, and the transformational power of understanding your value and values.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction: What is authenticity? 02:02 Meet Jeanne Sparrow 03:38 Jeanne’s media career highlights 04:59 How Jeanne’s podcast led to her book 07:09 The “inside knowledge” of broadcasting 08:03 Why this is still a leadership book 08:40 Jeanne’s definition of authenticity 09:46 A powerful example of authenticity at work 12:46 Creating safety for authenticity 13:49 Why "fearless" authenticity matters 16:00 Jeanne’s junior high story 18:00 Her dad’s three truths about authenticity 20:08 The link between identity, value, and service 21:14 What does authenticity sound like? 23:08 Code-switching and being real 24:16 The foundation Live it Tell it Sell it 26:08 Authenticity and confidence 29:18 Clarity as the source of confidence 30:41 Authentic leaders give others permission 31:02 Why authenticity matters at the top 32:17 We don’t have time to be inauthentic 33:34 Jeanne on food, wine, and salsa dancing 33:39 What she’s reading Atomic Habits 35:05 Where to find Jeanne and her book 36:05 Kevin’s final question Now what? 36:45 Wrap-up and next week’s teaser
Jeanne's Story: Jeanne Sparrow is the author of Fearless Authenticity: Lead Better, Sell More, and Speak Sensationally. She is a multi-hyphenate communicator. Her extensive repertoire includes hosting her own daily morning TV talk show for seven years, co-hosting daily radio shows with media giants Steve Harvey, George Wallace, and Doug Banks, and interviewing hundreds of Hollywood heavyweights. She now hosts a weekly radio show on V103, the top-ranked iHeart Radio station in Chicago, and hosts the “Fearless Authenticity with Jeanne Sparrow” podcast on the iHeart Podcast Network. She appears regularly on top-rated Chicago TV stations as a fill-in host and guest. She’s a long-time voiceover artist, doing hundreds of commercials for national brands, and an actor in commercials and on broadcast television, including Fox’s “Empire,” and NBC’s “Chicago Med, and Magnum P.I.” Jeanne has spoken to and consulted for many nonprofit organizations and corporations including: AES, Women in Insurance Leadership, AT&T, Guaranteed Rate, Ravinia, iHeartRadio, and Governors State University. She’s a respected faculty member at Northwestern University, teaching at the graduate level in the School of Communication
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Book Recommendations * Fearless Authenticity: Lead Better, Sell More, and Speak Sensationally by Jeanne Sparrow * Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear
Like this? * Leading with Authenticity with Sabrina Horn * How to Find Your True Self in a Noisy World with Joshua Berry
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We’re great at celebrating birthdays and personal milestones—but are we celebrating enough at work? In this episode, I explore why workplace celebrations matter and how we can make them more intentional and meaningful.
I share questions you can ask yourself and your team to determine what’s worth celebrating and how to do it in a way that reinforces your culture, motivates your people, and aligns with your organizational goals.
Whether you lead a remote team, a hybrid team, or a traditional office-based one, you'll walk away with ideas to bring more purposeful recognition and joy into your workplace—without forced fun or awkward moments.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Are you thriving or just surviving? Steve Magness joins Kevin to discuss how many of us operate in psychological survival mode far more often than we realize, treating everyday workplace challenges as threats rather than growth opportunities. They explore the psychological traps of modern stress responses, protective systems, and the impact of flattening our identities. They also cover accepting “messiness”, the balance between short-term comfort and long-term growth, redefining success, and why authenticity must go beyond performance to resonate.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction to The Remarkable Leadership Podcast 01:33 Introducing Guest Steve Magness 02:25 Steve Magness' Background and New Book 03:15 Steve’s Journey from Running to Coaching 05:02 The Dangers of Win at All Costs Mentality 05:24 From Survival to Thriving The Purpose of the Book 06:09 The Modern Survival Mode Explained 07:14 The Four Protective Systems of the Brain 08:53 Why We Struggle to Accept and Learn 11:25 The Challenge of Moving Past Natural Responses 12:15 Leadership and Survival Mode in Everyday Life 13:07 Flattening the World Simplifying People and Ourselves 16:09 How Flattening Ourselves Makes Us Fragile 18:09 Accepting the Messiness of Who You Are 19:05 Resilience Through Embracing Complexity 21:24 Instagram vs Real Life Identity Example 22:15 Leadership Accountability and Avoiding Deflection 23:16 Real vs Performative Authenticity 24:40 Why Actions and Words Must Align for True Leadership 25:07 Authenticity vs Using It as an Excuse 26:13 Defining Thriving Autonomy Significance Belonging 28:02 Thriving at Work and Intrinsic Motivation 28:46 Advice for Leaders Start with Yourself 30:54 Learning to Lose and Resilience in Leadership 31:11 Steve’s Book Recommendation The Science of Storytelling 32:21 Final Thoughts and Steve’s Contact Info 34:00 Kevin’s Now What Call to Action 35:26 Closing
Steve's Story: Steve Magness is the author of Win the Inside Game: How to Move from Surviving to Thriving and Free Yourself Up to Perform. He is a world-renowned performance expert as well as the bestselling author of Do Hard Things and The Science of Running, and coauthor of Peak Performance and The Passion Paradox. He is the co-host of the podcast, Farewell, and co-founder of The Growth Equation. He has written for The Atlantic, Runner’s World and Sports Illustrated, and he has been featured in The New Yorker, Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, NPR, and others. Magness has served as a performance coach and speaker for teams and individuals in the MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL, the US military, and numerous companies and organizations. He lives in Houston, Texas.
Book Recommendations * Win the Inside Game: How to Move from Surviving to Thriving, and Free Yourself Up to Perform by Steve Magness * Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and the Surprising Science of Real Toughness by Steve Magness * A Story is a Deal: How to use the science of storytelling to lead, motivate and persuade by Will Storr
Like this? * Building a Peak Performance Organization with Chris McGoff * The Inner Journey of Leadership with Dan Rockwell * How to Play for Greatness with Skip Bowman
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What can a tree teach you about being a better leader? More than you might think.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry draws powerful lessons from the natural world—specifically trees—to help you become a more stable, adaptable, and effective leader. Learn how to stay rooted in your values while remaining flexible in your approach to leadership challenges. 🌳
🌟 Key Takeaways: - The importance of being rooted in principles, values, and purpose - How flexibility in your leadership approach strengthens your effectiveness - Why true leadership is about balance: being both strong and adaptable
💬 Got a word you want Kevin to connect to leadership? Drop it in the comments or email us at info@remarkablepodcast.com. If we use your word, you’ll get a free journal and a shoutout in a future episode!
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if your well-intentioned leadership style is holding your team back? Kevin sits down with Sabina Nawaz to discuss the illusion of "bad bosses," the myth of singular authenticity, and the impact of pressure on leadership behaviors. Sabina introduces the idea that it’s pressure, not power, that corrupts and outlines the three primary pressure pitfalls leaders fall into: controlling, abdicating, and automating. They talk about why delegation often fails and how unexamined internal “hungers” sabotage our best efforts and intentions, as ell as how leaders can learn to shift their identity to better serve their teams.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:37 Join the Community Live on Facebook/LinkedIn 01:28 About Flexible Leadership (Book Promo) 02:22 Meet Sabina Nawaz 03:04 Sabina’s Career Journey and Background 03:56 Becoming a “Bad Boss” After Parental Leave 05:49 Are There Really Bad Bosses? 06:48 Pressure vs. Power What Really Corrupts? 07:41 Myth of Singular Authenticity 09:08 Identity and the Limits of Authenticity 10:41 Promotion and the Danger of Strengths 11:44 The Power Gap in Leadership 13:01 Understanding the Impact of Your Authority 15:36 Pressure Pitfalls Overview 16:27 Pitfall 1 Unmet Hungers 17:43 The Trap of Needing Approval 18:40 Sole Provider Syndrome 20:22 Pitfall 2 Abdicating Responsibility 21:51 The Delegation Mistake Most Leaders Make 23:32 Abdication vs. True Delegation 24:01 Sabina’s Self-Diagnostic Questions 25:28 Avoiding the “Yeah, But” Trap 26:27 Communication Fault Lines Just Shut Up 27:56 The Power of Listening in Leadership 29:01 Every Action Has a Reaction 30:10 Sabina’s Personal Interests and Books She’s Reading 32:10 Where to Connect with Sabina and Get the Book 32:52 Final Leadership Challenge and Episode Wrap-Up
Sabina's Story: Sabina Nawaz is the author of You’re the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need). She is an elite executive coach who advises C-level executives and teams at Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, nonprofits, and academic institutions around the world. Sabina routinely gives speeches each year and teaches faculty at Northeastern and Drexel Universities. During her fourteen-year tenure at Microsoft, she went from managing software development teams to leading the company’s executive development and succession planning efforts for over 11,000 managers and nearly a thousand executives, advising Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer directly. She has written for and been featured in Harvard Business Review, Wall Street Journal, and Forbes.
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Book Recommendations * You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need) by Sabina Nawaz * Autumn: A Novel (Seasonal Quartet) by Ali Smith * Martyr!: A Novel by Kaveh Akbar * The Founder's Dilemmas: Anticipating and Avoiding the Pitfalls That Can Sink a Startup by Noam Wasserman
Like this? * Becoming the New Boss with Naphtali Hoff * Becoming a Successful Manager with Lisa Haneberg
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How patient are you with yourself?
In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, I’m challenging you to reflect on an important leadership skill: giving yourself the same patience and grace you extend to others.
We’ll explore: - What your self-talk says when things don’t go as planned - How to zoom out and gain perspective when you feel stuck - Why staying in the present moment builds patience and confidence - How building personal patience strengthens your leadership and reduces stress for you and your team
Leadership is a journey, not a destination. These practical questions and insights will help you be kinder to yourself while still striving for excellence.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Do you know how to effectively communicate with someone in a higher position, such as your boss, a board, or anyone in a position of authority? Kevin welcomes Melody Wilding, who shares strategies and conversation frameworks to help professionals at all levels navigate complex relationships with their leaders. Melody and Kevin discuss the concept of “managing up”; not as sucking-up or people-pleasing, but to take ownership of your success by fostering productive and respectful relationships with those in charge. They also discuss the critical conversations outlined in her book and dive into three in particular: the boundaries conversation, the feedback conversation, and the styles conversation. Melody emphasizes the "triple win" philosophy, which focuses on finding solutions that benefit you, your boss, and the organization. She offers practical advice for leaders on how to facilitate managing up for their team members, such as asking, "What do you need from me?"
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:23 Guest Introduction: Melody Wilding 02:16 Welcome and Opening Question 03:05 The Psychology of Managing Up 04:11 Everyone Has a Boss 05:18 The “Why Isn’t My Boss in This Class?” Problem 06:08 Managing Up Isn’t About Excusing Bad Leadership 07:11 Managing Up Is for You 08:20 The 10 Conversations Framework 09:01 Boundaries Conversation 10:28 Setting Expectations and Clarifying Priorities 12:06 Creating Win-Win Outcomes 14:20 Feedback Conversation 16:25 Building Trust Through Positive Feedback 17:27 From Labels to Behavior: The ABC Model 19:33 Constructive Proposals, Not Complaints 20:28 Styles Conversation 22:49 It’s About Them, Not You 24:54 Avoiding Labels and Confirmation Bias 26:05 Meet the Needs of Your Boss 27:09 Ethical Visibility and Remote Work 28:37 Help Your Boss Help You 29:42 Make it Easier for People to Manage Up to You 30:38 One-on-Ones as Strategic Tools 32:14 The Leadership Book Question 33:12 What Do You Do for Fun 34:23 Learn More: ManagingUp.com 35:15 Final Thoughts: What Will You Do
Melody's Story: Melody Wilding is the bestselling author of Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work and Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge. She is a licensed social worker with a master’s degree from Columbia University, a professor of human behavior at Hunter College in New York City, and a former emotions researcher at Rutgers University. For more than a decade, she’s helped top performers and leadership at the world’s most successful companies to communicate more clearly, prevent burnout, and transform complicated workplace dynamics into powerful alliances that impact the bottom line. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post, to name a few. She’s a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Company, and CNBC.
https://melodywilding.com/
http://managingup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/melodywilding/
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Book Recommendations * Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge by Melody Wilding * Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work by Melody Wilding * Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World by Anne-Laure Le Cunff * Flex Your Feelings: Train Your Brain to Develop the 7 Traits of Emotional Fitness by Dr. Emily Anhalt
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How patient are you with others—especially as a leader? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores why patience is more than just a virtue—it’s a leadership skill that impacts trust, engagement, and your effectiveness as a coach.
Kevin walks through the common triggers that test our patience (like stress, urgency, and mood), and he offers practical steps to help you respond more thoughtfully—even in high-pressure situations.
Discover how understanding your own mindset can help you show more grace and build stronger, more productive relationships.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What makes culture so powerful, and why do so many organizations get it wrong? Kevin sits down with organizational psychologist Laura Hamill to discuss the disconnect between the practice of culture and the science of culture. Laura defines culture not just as what’s visible on the surface, but as the underlying "collective set of reasons why" behaviors occur in organizations. She explains why leaders must bridge the gap between aspirational values and actual workplace experiences and introduces the concept of cultural betrayal. The discussion also covers the difference between culture and climate, the role of middle managers in operationalizing values, and how behaviors and norms shape what is truly valued in the workplace.
Listen For 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 02:10 Guest Introduction: Laura Hamill 02:44 Opening Remarks and Book Background 03:10 Laura’s Journey to Studying Culture 04:46 Bridging Science and Practice in Culture 05:20 Why the Book is Called "The Power of Culture" 06:58 Leaders' Role in Culture and Power 09:15 Defining Culture 10:23 Culture vs. Climate 14:24 Real World Example of Cultural Disconnect 16:37 Aspirational vs. Actual Culture 20:24 Simple Culture Exercise for Teams 23:10 Cultural Betrayal and Its Impact 25:23 Leading Culture Change Over Time 28:08 Intentional Culture Circle and Behavior Focus 29:24 Role of Mid-Level Leaders in Culture 30:12 Frontline and Leadership Roles in Culture 31:01 What Laura Does for Fun 32:10 What Laura is Reading 33:01 How to Connect with Laura and Buy the Book 34:04 Final Reflections and Takeaways
Laura's Story: Dr. Laura Hamill is the author of The Power of Culture: Bringing Values to Life at Work. She is an organizational psychologist and business leader, focusing on the intersection of science and HR. Laura is an expert on creating great places to work. Her research is centered around employee well-being, employee engagement, and organizational culture. She is the owner of Paris Phoenix Group, a consulting firm specializing in driving impactful research and outcomes. Laura was also a co-founder of Limeade, an employee experience software company, where she held the dual roles of Chief People Officer and Chief Science Officer. Laura earned her Ph.D. and M.S. in industrial/organizational psychology from Old Dominion University and a B.A. in psychology from the University of North Carolina.
https://www.parisphoenixgroup.com/
http://www.linkedin.com/in/laurahamill
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Book Recommendations * The Power of Culture: Bringing values to life at work by Laura Hamill * A Cognitive Theory of Cultural Meaning (Publications of the Society for Psychological Anthropology, Series Number 9) by Claudia Strauss and Naomi Quinn * Leadership on the Line, With a New Preface: Staying Alive Through the Dangers of Change by Ronald A. Heifetz and Marty Linsky
Like this? * Solving the Culture Puzzle with Mario Moussa and Derek Newberry * How Leaders Can Create a Company Culture That Doesn't Suck with S. Chris Edmonds and Mark Babbitt * Culture is the Way with Matt Mayberry
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Kevin Eikenberry challenges the traditional notion of patience as merely waiting. Instead, he introduces the concept of proactive patience — a dynamic and intentional approach that involves movement, reflection, and growth even during periods of waiting.
Kevin highlights the balance between slowing down without becoming passive and maintaining forward momentum without forcing outcomes. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision, trusting the process, and maintaining a long-term orientation, especially in uncertain times. This mindset shift helps leaders continue progressing toward their goals even when immediate results aren't visible.
Key Takeaways * Patience isn't passive: True patience involves intentional action, not just idle waiting. * Proactive patience: Strike a balance between pausing and continuing to work toward your vision. * Keep your goals in sight: Maintain focus on your long-term objectives even during pauses. * Reflect and act: Use moments of waiting for thoughtful reflection that leads to deliberate action. * Trust the process: Growth often includes plateaus and setbacks — stay committed to the journey. * Think long-term: See waiting as a temporary moment within a larger path of progress. * Flexible Leadership: Kevin ties these ideas to his new book, encouraging a mindset of "both/and" rather than "either/or."
Resources Mentioned * Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence Learn more and get your copy: https://KevinEikenberry.com/Flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Are you empowering others or unleashing agency? In this episode, Judith Katz and Fred Miller join Kevin to discuss the role of agency in the workplace. While autonomy and authority are often topics of discussion, agency — the ability for all individuals, regardless of their role or tenure, to possess power, influence, and a voice — is crucial for high-performance organizations. They explain how organizational cultures often "smother" this natural agency through excessive rules, approvals, and "checkers checking checkers," which leads to the slow implementation of even the best strategies. Judith and Fred highlight that organizations need to transition from control-based leadership to trust-based leadership.
Listen For 00:08 Autonomy, Authority, and Agency Introduction 00:40 Join Future Episodes Live + Book Promo 01:31 Introducing Judith Katz and Fred Miller 02:15 Background of the Guests and Their Work 02:58 Focus on Their Book: The Power of Agency 03:43 Fred's Journey to Writing the Book 05:22 Constraints in Organizations Today 06:15 Speed vs. Bureaucracy and Motivation for the Book 07:03 Judith on Why the Book Matters Now 08:08 Uncovering Ideas and Talent in the Workplace 08:38 Defining Agency 10:02 Who Should Have Agency in Organizations 10:26 Agency vs. Empowerment 11:34 The Natural State of Human Agency 12:16 Smothering vs. Unleashing Agency 12:43 Empowerment as Bestowing vs. Agency as Unleashing 13:42 Is the Trend Toward or Away from Agency? 15:16 Organizational Culture Post-COVID 16:14 Importance of Being Physically Together Sometimes 17:21 Human Connection and In-Person Insights 18:17 Discretionary Energy Drives Great Organizations 18:53 Skills Needed for Practicing Agency 19:55 Trust, Experimentation, and Continuous Improvement 21:13 Ownership and Decision-Making in Action 22:16 Fear of Going Big in Organizational Culture 23:05 Leadership and Facilitation for Voice 24:14 Mindset Shift Needed for Agency 25:05 Fear, Control, and Trust in Talent 26:29 Talent Retention Through Agency 27:17 Disengagement and Side Gigs 28:03 Saying Yes as a Leadership Strategy 29:07 The Core of Agency in Action 29:34 What the Guests Do for Fun 30:41 What They’re Reading Now 32:09 Where to Find the Book and Connect 33:39 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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Book Recommendations * The Power of Agency by Frederick A. Miller and Judith H. Katz * No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention by Reed Hastings and Erin Meyer * The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
Like this? * Understanding Employee Engagement with Jacqueline Throop-Robinson * Creating a Culture of Reinvention - Lessons from Netflix with Erin Meyer * A Practical Guide for Building Engagement with Brian Hartzer
In times of uncertainty, many leaders freeze, worry, or retreat — but what if there was a better way?
In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the common reactions to uncertainty that hold us back, and he offers four proactive strategies to help you lead with confidence even when the path isn't clear. This episode draws directly from Kevin’s latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence, and offers immediately applicable tools to help you become a more adaptable and resilient leader.
🔍 Discover: - Why withdrawal, denial, and overthinking don’t serve you - Four powerful, action-oriented strategies to respond to uncertainty - How curiosity, learning, and experimentation can provide clarity - Why pattern recognition helps build leadership confidence
📖 Want a sneak peek of Kevin’s new book? Download a free chapter here: https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Are we in a modern renaissance? Kevin welcomes Dr. Christie Smith to discuss the major shifts impacting leadership today, including distributed teams, AI, workforce expectations, and global uncertainties. Dr. Smith introduces the concept of gray-collar workers, a growing segment of the workforce that combines blue- and white-collar roles and explains why traditional leadership models are no longer adequate. She also breaks down the Essential Leadership Flywheel, which advances beyond emotional intelligence to emotional maturity. This focuses on suspending self-interest, fostering curiosity, and genuinely understanding the context in which employees operate.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 01:01 Kevin’s Book Flexible Leadership 01:56 Meet Dr. Christie Smith 03:06 The Journey Behind the Book 04:24 Early Influences and Advocacy 05:24 Why Now The Timing of the Book 07:19 Framing Leadership in a Complex World 08:20 Leadership is Hard 10:23 The Challenge of Polarization 12:33 A Modern Renaissance Hope and Opportunity 14:27 Leadership and the Human Centered Workplace 15:31 Centering Humans in the Digital Age 16:55 Defining Gray Collar Workers 19:05 Empowerment and Gray Collar Jobs 20:28 Four Human Needs in the Workplace 21:00 The Power of Agency in Leadership 22:15 From Emotional Intelligence to Emotional Maturity 24:24 Essential Leadership Flywheel 25:21 Suspending Self Interest as a Leader 26:22 Why Leadership Trust is Declining 28:02 Investing in People Drives Results 29:09 Contextual Competence A Modern Imperative 30:53 Flexibility Empathy and Humanity at Work 32:18 Rapid Fire Fun and Reading 34:30 Learn More About Christie and the Book 35:57 The Final Question Now What
Christie's Story: Dr. Christie Smith is the co-author of Essential: How Distributed Teams, Generative AI, and Global Shifts Are Creating a New Human-Powered Leadership with Kelly Monahan. She has over 35 years of experience advising the C-Suite of Fortune 500 companies. She is the founder of The Humanity Studio™, a research and advisory institute dedicated to improving the way we live by revolutionizing the way we work. She has held global leadership positions at Deloitte, Apple, and Accenture as a highly respected expert in leadership, talent management, organizational design, workforce management, change management, and executive team performance. She is a highly sought-after speaker on business strategy, leadership and culture, DEI, people analytics, and the impact of workforce technologies and AI. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Harvard Business Review, to name a few. Christie received her doctorate in Clinical Social Work with a focus on leadership and culture from New York University.
https://www.humanity.studio/
https://www.smith-monahan.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiesmithphd/
https://www.instagram.com/christiesmith.phd
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Book Recommendations * Essential: How Distributed Teams, Generative AI, and Global Shifts Are Creating a New Human-Powered Leadership by Christie Smith and Kelly Monahan * The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About by Mel Robbins and Sawyer Robbins * Winston Churchill Biography: Lessons from a Visionary Leader by Douglas Glenn Rohde * Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant
Like this? * Building Workplaces Fit for Humans with David Brendel and Ryan Stelzer * How Work Works Now with Michelle King
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When is different actually better? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin shares a personal example of breaking from routine and explores how “different” can lead to growth, innovation, and new perspective.
From comfort zones to habit loops, Kevin dives into the psychology of sameness — and offers compelling reasons why leaders need to occasionally disrupt their own patterns to stay flexible and fresh. This isn’t just about filming in a new location — it’s a metaphor for embracing change and stepping into the unknown.
💡 If you're looking for practical leadership insight in a world full of change, this episode is for you.
📘 Want more on this topic? Grab your copy of Flexible Leadership here: https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Does your calendar align with what you say matters most? Kevin sits down with Ryan Matt Reynolds, to talk about the impact of living in a constant state of urgency. He emphasizes the importance of identifying core values and intentionally aligning daily actions with those values. The conversation also covers the voluntary hardship of choosing challenging, growth-oriented tasks to build resilience for when things go wrong (and they will). They also discuss the practice of delegation and the difference between fleeting happiness and long-term joy.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:59 Meet Ryan Matt Reynolds 03:30 The journey to writing Undoing Urgency 05:28 Why urgency is a universal issue 06:20 The deeper purpose behind the book 08:53 Why urgency matters to Ryan personally 10:03 The link between urgency and core values 12:05 Lessons learned through failure 13:24 Writing a legacy for future generations 14:07 From “busy” to what really matters 15:06 Hardships are part of life but what kind? 15:28 The concept of voluntary hardship 17:33 Voluntary hardship prepares us for the involuntary 19:29 Practical hardships in leadership and life 20:16 Delegation as a leadership turning point 21:10 Letting go to grow 23:49 Building a leadership team 25:43 Training your team to take ownership 27:19 Moving from technician to CEO 28:00 Joy vs happiness 29:40 Why joy comes from alignment with core values 31:13 Finding joy in the process not the destination 33:12 Teaching our kids and teams about joy 34:49 What Ryan does for fun 35:33 Intentional time for what matters 37:14 Your calendar is a truth teller 38:07 Urgency vs importance 39:16 Book recommendation: Never Enough by Andrew Wilkinson 40:51 Final thoughts on values joy and learning 44:44 Outro and reminder to subscribe
Ryan's Story: Ryan Matt Reynolds is the author of Undoing Urgency: Reclaim Your Time for the Things That Matter Most, a strength and conditioning coach, and a former professional strongman. He is the founder, owner, and CEO of Barbell Logic, one of the largest online strength and nutrition coaching companies in the world. With 25 years of experience in his industry, Reynolds’ focus is on redefining traditional personal training by creating connections in the online space and increasing access to professional coaches.
https://x.com/ReynoldsSTRONG
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Book Recommendations * Undoing Urgency: Reclaim Your Time for the Things that Matter Most by Ryan Matt Reynolds * The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber * The Hard Thing About Hard Things: Building a Business When There Are No Easy Answers by Ben Horowitz * Never Enough: From Barista to Billionaire by Andrew Wilkinson
Like this? * Leadership Productivity Principles with Maura Thomas * How to Pay Attention in a Distracted World with Christian Madsbjerg
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Are you coasting toward your goals—or are you running through the tape?
In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the powerful metaphor of running through the tape, borrowed from the world of track and field, and applies it to leadership, goal-setting, and personal growth. Whether you're finishing a project, wrapping up a quarter, or achieving a milestone, how you finish matters.
Kevin shares four compelling reasons why finishing strong isn't just good practice—it's essential for great leadership.
💡 Discover:
- What it really means to run through the tape
- Why leaders must finish strong to lead by example
- How this mindset prepares you for the next challenge
- And how to build lasting momentum in your leadership journey
📘 This episode is inspired by Kevin’s new book: Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Learn more: https://KevinEikenberry.com/flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Have you ever wondered how the physical act of speaking can improve your communication? Kevin sits down with Michael Chad Hoeppner to discuss the physical nature of communication and exercises we can do to get better. Michael challenges our common assumptions about speaking, such as believing it’s purely a mental activity. Instead, he introduces the concept of embodied cognition, explaining how communication is a physical activity involving over 100 muscles and should be approached like athletic training. Michael shares the science behind thought suppression and why focusing on "not saying um" is counterproductive. He also talks about the Five Ps of vocal variety (Pace, Pitch, Pause, Power, Placement) and how they impact your message.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:00 Meet Michael Hoeppner 04:00 The Journey to Communication Coaching 08:00 The Physical Side of Communication 12:00 Why Thought Suppression Doesn't Work 16:00 Tips for Reducing Filler Words 20:00 Exercises for Clear Communication 24:00 The Five P's of Vocal Variety 28:00 Managing Nerves When Speaking 32:00 Final Thoughts and Book Information 35:00 Closing Remarks
Michael's Story: Michael Chad Hoeppner is the author of Don't Say Um: How to Communicate Effectively to Live a Better Life. He is an adjunct professor at Columbia Business School and the CEO and president of GK Training, a firm dedicated to giving individuals, companies, and organizations the communication skills necessary to reach their highest goals in work and life. As an individual speaking coach, his clients include Andrew Yang, Swiss Re, Xerox, The Boston Consulting Group, Pfizer, Columbia University Business School, NYU Law School, Macy’s, Special Olympics chairman Tim Shriver, and others. His expertise lies in every aspect of communication: public speaking, business development, executive presence, interpersonal agility, email skills, and speech writing. Hoeppner is one among the growing chorus of voices identifying the link between the physical aspects of spoken communication and broader issues of health and wellness.
https://dontsayum.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelchadhoeppner/
http://www.gktraining.com/
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Book Recommendations * Don't Say Um: How to Communicate Effectively to Live a Better Life by Michael Chad Hoeppner * Moby Dick by Herman Melville
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Milestones aren’t just the end of a journey—they’re a powerful pause point. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares what leaders should do when they reach a milestone. Using the release of his new book Flexible Leadership as a backdrop, Kevin explores six powerful ways to maximize the impact of these moments:
✅ Acknowledge 🎉 Celebrate 🧠 Reflect 📚 Learn 🌄 Gain Perspective 🔥 Rededicate
Whether you’re leading a team or managing your own goals, this episode will help you turn milestones into momentum.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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How can leaders navigate uncertainty without losing their heads? In this special episode, the tables are turned as Kevin hands over the mic to Julie Winkle Giulioni. They discuss Kevin’s new book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence, and explore how leaders can develop the mindset and skills needed to adapt in an ever-changing world. Kevin shares his thoughts on the importance of balancing flexibility with consistency, why uncertainty can be more stressful than fear, and how leaders can develop habits that support adaptability.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:08 Guest Introduction: Julie Winkle Giulioni 03:35 Kevin Hands Over the Mic to Julie 04:04 Discussion on Kevin’s New Book: Flexible Leadership 06:08 Exploring Uncertainty and Its Impact on Leadership 09:23 Research on Uncertainty and Fear 13:15 Balancing Flexibility and Consistency in Leadership 17:14 The Role of Context in Leadership Flexibility 20:18 The Concept of Flexors in Leadership 25:00 Developing Leadership Habits for Flexibility 27:59 Practical Daily and Weekly Practices for Leaders 30:35 Leveraging Tools and Resources for Leadership Development 33:02 Final Advice for Leaders Embracing Flexibility 34:10 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
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Book Recommendations * Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go, Third Edition: Career Conversations Organizations Need and Employees Still Want by Beverly Kaye (Author), Julie Winkle Giulioni * Promotions Are So Yesterday: Redefine Career Development. Help Employees Thrive by Julie Winkle Giulioni
Like this? * How to Lead in a Polarized World with Karthik Ramanna * Handing Over the Mic: Exploring Flexible Leadership with Jim Huling
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As a leader, talking is part of the job – whether it’s sharing information, making decisions, or answering questions. But how do you know if you're talking too much? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores why leaders tend to talk too much and shares three practical tips to help you strike the right balance between speaking and listening.
Learn how talking less can help you build trust, encourage input from your team, and gain new perspectives. Plus, discover insights from Kevin’s new book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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In this special episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry shares a powerful reading from his latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. As leaders, we constantly face change, unpredictability, and shifting challenges—so how can we stay effective?
In this chapter, Kevin explores the critical role of contextual awareness in leadership and how understanding what has and hasn’t changed can improve decision-making. He shares practical strategies to help leaders adapt without losing sight of their core values and mission.
Tune in to discover how flexibility is the key to navigating uncertainty and leading with confidence in today’s ever-evolving workplace.
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How can leaders embrace flexibility while staying true to their core values? In this special episode the tables are tuned as Kevin hands over the mic to renowned executive coach and leadership expert Jim Huling to talk about Kevin’s latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Jim takes on the role of interviewer, guiding Kevin through a thought-provoking discussion about the power of choice, the mindset shifts required for effective leadership, and the importance of adaptability in today’s crazy world. Kevin shares why leadership isn’t about finding the "right" answer, but rather the best answer for each situation. He also challenges the limitations of leadership labels; we cannot let them define how we lead.
Additional Resources * Flexible Leadership * Podcast Gift * Virtual LeaderCon
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Book Recommendations * The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Revised and Updated: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals Paperback by Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, Jim Huling , Scott Thele, Beverly Walker
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Is transacting business enough for effective leadership? In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry explores the balance between transaction and interaction in leadership. Leaders often focus on tasks, decisions, and processes—but is that enough?
Kevin introduces the Transaction-Interaction Flexor, a leadership principle from his latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Understanding when to transact and when to interact can make all the difference in building strong teams and driving results.
📖 Learn more about Flexible Leadership and get your copy here: https://KevinEikenberry.com/Flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
In the final episode of The Evolving Workplace series, Wayne Turmel dives into the critical challenges facing today’s leaders. As workplaces continue to evolve, middle managers find themselves caught between organizational expectations and employee needs. Wayne unpacks five key trends shaping the future of work, from navigating AI’s impact to bridging generational divides and redefining professionalism in a hybrid world.
He also highlights the importance of coaching at a distance, adapting leadership styles, and embracing flexibility in an ever-changing work environment. If you're leading a team—whether remote, hybrid, or in-person—this episode is packed with insights to help you stay ahead.
Episode Highlights: 🔹 The role of middle managers in today’s evolving workplace 🔹 Why AI is both a tool and a challenge for leaders 🔹 How to bridge the generational divide in the workforce 🔹 Redefining professionalism in a hybrid world 🔹 Coaching and communication skills for remote and hybrid teams 🔹 The importance of flexibility in leadership
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Listen For 00:00 Introduction to The Evolving Workplace Series 01:14 The Role of Middle Managers in a Changing World 03:08 AI in the Workplace: What Leaders Need to Know 06:14 Managing a Multigenerational Workforce 09:30 Redefining Professionalism in a Hybrid Environment 11:26 Coaching and Communication Skills for Remote Leaders 14:31 The Importance of Leadership Flexibility 17:07 Final Thoughts & Leadership Resources
Are you focused or merely busy? Jones Loflin sits down with Kevin to reveal the secret of focus, inspired by honeybees. Jones introduces six essential "permissions" that individuals must grant themselves and emphasizes their particular importance for leaders, who not only need to practice these permissions personally but also guide their team members to recognize and adopt them. These permissions include: The Permission to Prioritize – Bees prioritize maintaining the hive before making honey. How can we identify our most critical goals? The Permission to Plan – Similar to how bees prepare for changing conditions, how can we proactively set ourselves up for success? The Permission to Be Unavailable – Constant accessibility can hinder productivity. How can leaders create an environment conducive to deep work? The Permission to Recharge – Bees rest more than they work. What lessons can we draw from this behavior? The Permission to Change – Often, we stick to habits that are no longer beneficial. How can we embrace necessary changes? The Permission to Be Consistent – Although change is crucial, success frequently arises from disciplined, repeated actions.
Listen For 0:00 Introduction 0:38 Podcast & Live Stream Info 1:01 Book Promotion 1:31 Guest Introduction 2:40 Jones Loflin’s Background & New Book 4:00 The Journey to the Book Focused as a Bee 5:07 The Inspiration Behind the Book 6:06 Writing with His Daughter 8:05 Why Busy is Crossed Out in the Title 9:45 The Most Dangerous Four Letter Word 12:14 The Six Permissions for Focus 14:12 Permission 1 Prioritize 16:25 A Tip for Prioritization 18:06 Permission 2 Plan 19:48 Why Leaders Need to Plan Beyond Work 20:57 Permission 3 Be Unavailable 22:53 How Bees Ignore Distractions 24:17 Permission 4 Recharge 25:39 Why Leaders Must Prioritize Their Own Wellbeing 25:58 Permission 5 Change 27:12 Permission 6 Be Consistent 29:41 Leadership Insights from the Book 31:38 Jones Loflin’s Personal Insights 32:56 What Jones is Currently Reading 34:03 Where to Find Jones and His Book 36:08 Closing Remarks
Meet Jones Jones' Story: Jones Loflin is an accomplished author and coach. His books include Always Growing, Juggling Elephants, Getting The Blue Ribbon, Getting to It, and his latest book Focused as a Bee – Six Buzzworthy Strategies to Thrive in a Distracting World. Jones has made it his life’s work to deliver powerful ideas and practical solutions to help people make the best choices with their time. His client list includes Federal Express, Tractor Supply, and Choice Hotels as well as the United States military. Jones believes the key to success is being passionate about certain things in life, including family, spiritual beliefs, career and relationships. Jones lives in North Carolina with his wonderful wife Lisa. They have two perfect daughters and one really cool son-in-law.
http://www.jonesloflin.com
https://jonesloflin.com/faab
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonesloflin/
http://www.instagram.com/jonesloflin
http://www.alwaysgrowingbook.com
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Book Recommendations * Focused As A Bee: Six Buzzworthy Strategies To Thrive In A Distracting World by Jones Loflin and Sydney Loflin * Likeable Badass: How Women Get the Success They Deserve by Alison Fragale PhD * Who Moved My Cheese by Spencer Johnson * Juggling Elephants: An Easier Way to Get Your Most Important Things Done--Now! by Jones Loflin and Todd Musig
Like this? * How to Pay Attention in a Distracted World with Christian Madsbjerg * This is Strategy with Seth Godin * Harnessing the Power of Group Intelligence with Siobhan McHale
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Are You Stereotyping Yourself?
Have you ever thought about how you define yourself? Maybe you've said, "I'm bad at math" or "I'm an extrovert." But are those statements always true? In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry explores the concept of self-stereotyping—how we unconsciously put ourselves into boxes that limit our potential.
By recognizing and challenging these self-imposed labels, we can unlock more flexibility and growth in our personal and professional lives.
This episode is part of an ongoing series based on Kevin’s book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Learn how to break free from self-stereotypes and become a more adaptable leader.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
The workplace is evolving faster than ever, and individual employees need to keep up—or risk being left behind. In this episode of The Evolving Workplace series, Wayne Turmel shares the five key mindsets that will help you thrive in today's shifting professional landscape. From AI literacy and adaptability to mastering communication and networking, these skills will help you stay relevant and valuable in any industry.
Whether you're working remotely, in a hybrid setup, or fully in-office, these strategies will help you stand out and future-proof your career. Tune in to learn how to take control of your professional development and add real value to your employer.
Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Episode 5 of The Evolving Workplace 01:13 - The workplace is changing—how do we stay ahead? 02:07 - Why adding value to your employer is key 03:15 - Mindset #1: Get comfortable with technology & AI 06:14 - The reality of AI “hallucinations” (and why you must fact-check) 08:02 - Mindset #2: Cultivate adaptability & flexibility 10:07 - Mindset #3: Master communication skills (writing, speaking & virtual presence) 11:36 - Mindset #4: Build strong relationships & network effectively 14:12 - Mindset #5: Understand your employer & industry trends 16:20 - Resources for career growth & leadership 16:45 - What’s coming next in the final episode of The Evolving Workplace
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What does success look like beyond the traditional indicators of achievement? In this episode, Kevin interviews Adrian Kelly to discuss the complexities of success, the common misconceptions about it, and how leaders can redefine success for themselves and their teams. Adrian emphasizes the importance of resilience, learning from failure, and the idea that success is often a collaborative effort rather than an individual one. Kevin and Adrian also examine the role of balance in leadership, the risks associated with groupthink, and the concept of viewing setbacks as opportunities for learning rather than failures.
Listen For 00:00 Intro: What is Success? 00:34 Welcome to The Remarkable Leadership Podcast 01:22 Kevin’s Latest Book: Flexible Leadership 02:17 Introducing Adrian Kelly 03:28 Adrian’s Background: Law, Sports & Psychology 05:09 Growing Up in Ireland: Challenges & Motivation 08:08 Why Write The Success Complex? 10:14 Defining Success: A Subjective and Fleeting Concept 11:27 Success is a Team Sport 13:02 The Invisible Forces Holding Us Back 14:25 Self-Transcendence: The Highest Form of Success 16:08 Balance: The Key to Sustainable Success 17:45 How People Lose Their Way 18:43 Stress, Resilience & The Role of Recovery 20:33 Growth Through Challenge: Pushing Limits 22:47 The Danger of Groupthink & Surrounding Yourself with the Right People 23:37 Never Lose Again: The Power of Learning & Growth 27:27 Increasing Your Luck: How to Create Opportunities 31:46 Storytelling & The Power of Examples in the Book 32:42 What Does Adrian Do for Fun? 33:11 What is Adrian Reading? 34:34 Where to Connect with Adrian Kelly 35:30 Kevin’s Final Challenge: Taking Action 36:42 Closing & Next Week’s Episode Teaser
Adrian's Story: Adrian Kelly is the author of The Success Complex: Ancient Wisdom, The Building Blocks of Life, and Your Path to Sustained Success. He is a recognized sports and performance coach, award-winning lawyer, and a sought-after guest speaker. He has lectured and been an external examiner at the Law Society of Ireland, where he is currently undertaking a master’s degree in psychology. Adrian is keenly interested in promoting sport and well-being and is the current Chairman of the multi-million euro and award-winning Peace Link Sport Complex Clones in Ireland. With a broad spectrum of sports coaching experience, from Senior Intercounty Ladies Gaelic Football to amateur baseball both domestically and internationally with the U18 Irish International Team at two European Championships, he also works closely with a number of high schools, pioneering the Dragon’s Den programs and competitions for students and overseeing a college scholarship program. A former solicitor, ranked at the top of the profession by Legal 500, Adrian’s entrepreneurial journey includes working with high net-worth individuals and cofounding a rapidly growing renewable energy company, where he played a crucial role from 2008 to 2018. Following this he has been active as a business advisor and coach, assisting over 100 companies with his team across both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
https://askmore.ie/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-k-b28241
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Book Recommendations * The Success Complex: Ancient wisdom, the building blocks of life and your path to sustained success by Adrian Kelly * Irrational Ape by David Robert Grimes
Like this? * Understanding the Success Mindsets with Ryan Gottfredson
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Are organizations simply machines—structured, rigid, and predictable? Or could they be something more? In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry challenges the traditional mechanistic view of organizations and introduces a more dynamic perspective: organizations as living organisms. 🌱
Discover how shifting this mindset can help you lead more effectively in a rapidly changing world. Kevin explores: ✔️ The historical reason organizations are often viewed as machines ✔️ The limitations of a mechanistic approach ✔️ Why organizations are more like living things—adapting, evolving, and growing ✔️ Practical ways to balance structure and flexibility in leadership
This idea comes from Kevin’s latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence 📖. https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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The workplace is evolving faster than ever—are businesses keeping up? In this episode of The Evolving Workplace, Wayne Turmel explores five key trends that will impact organizations in the next five years. AI, remote work policies, hiring struggles, and office real estate—what does it all mean for the future of work?
Key Takeaways:
- The growing influence of AI in the workplace
- How automation is reshaping jobs and hiring trends
- Why companies struggle to find and keep top talent
- The future of office space—hybrid, remote, or something else?
- Industry consolidation and its impact on business structures
00:00 - Introduction to The Evolving Workplace 01:14 - How Organizations Must Adapt to Workplace Shifts 02:39 - AI’s Role in Decision-Making & Job Automation 04:42 - The Decline of Traditional Jobs & Changing Roles 08:01 - The Sales Industry’s Evolution in a Digital World 10:25 - Hiring Challenges & Retaining Talent 12:52 - The Future of Office Spaces & Workplace Policies 15:19 - Industry Consolidation & Business Uncertainty 18:11 - What’s Next? Impact on Individual Workers 19:12 - Where to Learn More & Wrap-Up
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How can leaders effectively work with and lead people who are different from them? Kevin welcomes Kelly McDonald to explore the challenges and benefits of leading diverse teams and how embracing different perspectives can drive better business outcomes. She explains why the term "diversity" has become a challenge in workplaces and offers practical strategies for leaders to navigate workplace differences, such as using the powerful phrases "Tell me more about that" and "I need your help" to foster understanding and collaboration. She also shares why diverse teams consistently outperform homogeneous ones across all business metrics, even though working with different perspectives can feel more challenging. McDonald emphasizes that friction and disagreement in diverse teams are part of the process that leads to better outcomes.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction Why This Topic Matters 00:34 About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast 01:19 How to Join Live Podcast Recordings 02:02 Kevin's New Book Flexible Leadership 02:34 Welcoming Kelly McDonald 03:24 How Kelly’s Journey Led to Diversity Work 06:18 The Business Case for Understanding Changing Demographics 10:07 Why Kelly’s 2017 Book Is Still Relevant Today 10:46 Why the Word Diversity Makes People Uncomfortable 14:49 The Problem with Traditional Diversity Training 16:23 The Benefits of Working with People Who Are Different 20:35 The Murder Mystery Study Why Diversity Feels Hard 23:32 Do I Have to Like My Colleagues 24:10 How to Focus on the Person Not the Difference 25:29 The Power of Tell Me More About That 26:47 Why I Need Your Help is a Game Changing Phrase 29:35 How Leaders Can Address Prejudice on Their Teams 34:40 Kelly’s Hobbies Cello Boxing and Pickleball 35:30 What Kelly is Reading Right Now 37:02 Where to Learn More About Kelly McDonald 37:55 Kevin’s Final Question Now What
Kelly's Story: Kelly McDonald is the author of four bestselling books on customer experience, leadership, and marketing -- all from the standpoint of working with people "not like you". Her book, How to Work With and Lead People Not Like You has been on two bestseller lists. She is the president of McDonald Marketing and an acclaimed speaker who specializes in consumer trends and changing demographics. She has been featured on CNBC, in Forbes Magazine, BusinessWeek, Fast Company, on CNNMoney.com, and on SiriusXM Radio. Her client experience includes iconic brands such as Toyota, State Farm, Nike, Harley-Davidson, Miller-Coors and Sherwin-Williams, Great Clips and NASA.
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Book Recommendations * How to Work With and Lead People Not Like You: Practical Solutions for Today's Diverse Workplace by Kelly McDonald * Outthink. Outperform.: Transform Your Organization Through Behavioral Marketing by Roger Hurni * Innovation is Everybody's Business by Tamara Ghandour * To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Like this? * Innovation is Everybody's Business with Tamara Ghandour * Seeing Your Blind Spots with Marisa Murray * Stumbling Towards Inclusion with Priya Nalkur * How to Lead in a Polarized World with Karthik Ramanna
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Are you always searching for the right answer? As leaders, we are often taught to look for definitive answers, but what if the best approach isn't about being right, but being flexible?
In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry challenges the idea that there's always a single correct answer. Instead, he encourages leaders to focus on good, possible, or even the best available choices—especially in a complex and uncertain world.
This episode is inspired by Kevin’s new book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Learn more and grab your copy here: KevinEikenberry.com/Flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What will the workplace look like in the next five years?
In this episode of The Evolving Workplace, Wayne Turmel breaks down five major technology trends shaping the future of work. From AI-powered collaboration tools to cybersecurity risks in hybrid work, these innovations will impact remote work, leadership, and digital transformation.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why AI & automation are here to stay—and how to use them wisely
- How cybersecurity and cloud computing will change hybrid work
- Will virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) be useful in the workplace?
- How leaders must upskill their remote teams to stay competitive
- The role of AI-powered collaboration tools and hybrid workplace technology
Connect with Wayne: LinkedIn: Wayne Turmel Website: Kevin Eikenberry Group
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What comes first: the customer or the employee? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Stephan Meier to explore why putting workers first isn't just good ethics—it's good business. Stephan highlights how engaged, motivated employees directly impact company success. Drawing from his background in behavioral economics, he breaks down four key motivators for workers: purpose (shoot for the moon), autonomy (matter of trust), competence (just right tasks), and relatedness (working together works). Kevin and Stephan also discuss the future of work, both the challenges and opportunities. He offers practical examples of how AI-powered tools can align employee strengths with organizational needs.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Meet Stephan Meier 07:00 The Employee-First Approach 11:00 The Business Case for Prioritizing Employees 19:00 The Four Pillars of Employee Engagement 25:00 The Role of Technology in the Future of Work 31:00 Leadership Mindset Shift 36:00 Fun Facts About Stephan 38:00 Book Recommendations
Meet Stephan Stephan's Story: Stephan Meier is the author of the forthcoming book The Employee Advantage: How Putting Workers First Helps Business Thrive. He is the James P. Gorman Professor of Business Strategy at Columbia Business School and the chair of the Management Division. He is an award-winning teacher of classes in the MBA/EMBA program and executive education on strategy, Future of Work and Behavioral Economics. Previously he was a senior economist at the Federal Reserve Bank in Boston. His work has been published in the leading academic journals including the American Economic Review, Management Science, Psychological Science or Science Magazine, and has been profiled by the press such as The Economist, Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and Neue Zürcher Zeitung. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Zurich.
http://www.stephanmeier.com/
http://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-meier-cbs
https://www.stephanmeier.com/newsletter
https://www.stephanmeier.com/lego-brick-by-brick-videos
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Book Recommendations * The Employee Advantage: How Putting Workers First Helps Business Thrive by Stephan Meier * Power and Progress by Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson
Like this? * The Leader's Role in Employee Engagement with Michael Lee Stallard * Understanding the Employee Experience with Jacob Morgan * Understanding Employee Engagement with Jacqueline Throop-Robinson
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Confidence in uncertainty—how do we achieve it? In this episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry shares practical strategies to help you build confidence, even when facing uncertainty.
You’ll learn why acknowledging uncertainty can actually boost confidence, how to gather insights from others, and why making “clothes decisions” instead of “tattoo decisions” can help you move forward with clarity.
This episode is part of an ongoing series inspired by Kevin’s latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence.
📖 Get a free chapter of the book here: KevinEikenberry.com/Flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry https://twitter.com/KevinEikenberry https://instagram.com/kevineikenberry https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage/
About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
In this special edition of The Evolving Workplace series, Wayne Turmel explores the three dominant work models that have emerged in the post-pandemic world: fully remote, fully in-office, and hybrid work. While the debate continues over which model is best, Wayne takes an objective look at the pros, cons, and realities of each approach.
From cost savings and productivity in remote-first organizations to the structure and collaboration of in-office setups—and the often messy compromise of hybrid work—this episode dives deep into what works, what doesn’t, and how leaders can make the best decisions for their teams.
Key Takeaways:
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Remote-First Work:
- Allows for talent-first hiring without geographical constraints.
- Increases flexibility and engagement for self-motivated employees.
- Challenges: branding, measuring productivity, and maintaining team culture.
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In-Office Work:
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Facilitates faster communication and relationship-building.
- Provides structured onboarding and training.
- Challenges: high costs, limited hiring pool, and less flexibility.
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Hybrid Work:
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Offers flexibility employees want while maintaining some in-person collaboration.
- Challenges: scheduling complexities, proximity bias, and workspace inefficiencies.
Wayne also discusses the impact of leadership experience, employee expectations, and how different industries must tailor their approach to work models.
🔹 "Hybrid work isn’t a strategy—it’s often a hostage negotiation." 🔹
Resources & Links: 📘 Learn more about leadership in remote and hybrid teams at KevinEikenberry.com. 🎙 Catch up on Long-Distance Worklife episodes at LongDistanceWorklife.com.
📌 Chapters & Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: The Workplace is Evolving 01:13 – How We Got Here: A Brief History of Remote Work 02:12 – The Three Work Models: Remote, Hybrid, & In-Office 03:46 – Deep Dive: Remote-First Work (Pros & Cons) 08:53 – Challenges of Remote Work: Disengagement, Branding & Leadership Struggles 10:18 – Why Some Companies Are Forcing Return to Office 12:41 – In-Office Work: Benefits of Physical Presence & Structure 15:10 – Hybrid Work: Flexibility or Just a Compromise? 18:14 – The Real Problems with Hybrid Work 20:38 – How Leaders Can Navigate the Future of Work 21:46 – Final Thoughts & What’s Next in Workplace Tech
What does it take to succeed as a leader in today’s fast-paced world of high growth? Kevin welcomes back Patrick Thean to discuss the practices leaders need to succeed in high-growth environments. Patrick emphasizes the importance of self-improvement, with practices like staying curious and continuously leveling up to avoid becoming a bottleneck for your team or organization. He explains how leaders can identify potential risks by developing leading indicators and using peripheral vision to anticipate challenges before they become problems. Patrick also shares the importance of people ecosystems, not just culture, to create a successful network.
Listen For 00:00 Intro and Guest Introduction 01:05 About The Book "Flexible Leadership" 02:18 Meet Patrick Thean – Background and Achievements 04:39 The CEO’s Journey and Leadership Challenges 05:46 The Importance of Curiosity in Leadership 07:46 Leveling Up Continuously as a Leader 10:09 The Role of Experience and Wisdom 14:31 Early Warning Systems for Leaders 19:26 How to Build a Strong Company Culture 24:20 The Difference Between Culture and People Ecosystems 27:26 Understanding the Core Customer 30:29 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways 31:41 Where to Find Patrick Thean and His Book
Patrick's Story: Patrick Thean is the bestselling author of Rhythm: How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growth, and his latest book, The Journey to CEO Success: 7 Practices for High Growth Leadership with Michael Praeger. He is an international speaker, CEO coach, and serial entrepreneur whose mission is to help leaders build great companies and achieve their dreams. Patrick’s journey began when he was named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year in North Carolina, after growing his first company to #151 on the Inc. 500. Since then, he’s been on a mission to share his wisdom with CEOs worldwide, guiding them through the complexities of leadership and high-growth success.
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Book Recommendations * The Journey to CEO Success: 7 Practices for High Growth Leadership by Patrick Thean and Michael Praeger * The Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection by Michael A. Singer * Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything by Joshua Foer
Like this? * The CEO Next Door with Elena Botelho * The Frontline CEO with Eric Strafel * How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growth with Patrick Thean
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Uncertainty is everywhere. It can create stress, hinder decision-making, and stop forward progress. But what if uncertainty wasn’t all bad? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the truth about uncertainty—both its challenges and its benefits.
Discover how uncertainty can actually enhance learning, build social connections, encourage creativity, and strengthen flexibility. Plus, learn how shifting your mindset around uncertainty can help you lead with greater confidence.
📖 This episode is part of a series based on Kevin’s new book:
👉 Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence
📚 Grab a FREE chapter and explore special bonuses here: https://KevinEikenberry.com/Flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry https://twitter.com/KevinEikenberry https://instagram.com/kevineikenberry https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage/
About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Remote work didn’t just appear overnight—it’s been evolving for decades! In this debut episode of The Evolving Workplace series, Wayne Turmel takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of remote work. From the early days of landlines and fax machines to the game-changing introduction of laptops and video conferencing, he explores how technology, corporate culture, and even a few unexpected moments (hello, AOL free discs!) shaped the way we work today.
Understanding the past helps us navigate the future—so how did we get here, and what does it mean for the way we work moving forward? Tune in to find out!
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:00 How the Workplace is Evolving 03:08 The Early Days of Remote Work (Pre-1990s) 05:54 The 1993 Watershed Moment: Laptops & Internet Access 10:40 The Rise of Email & the Shift in Office Roles 12:36 Video Calls & WebEx: A Game Changer 16:01 The 2013 Remote Work Boom (and Backlash) 19:24 The Shift to Hybrid Work & What’s Next 23:50 What This Means for Leaders & Employees
Additional Resources * Read Wayne's Blog Post * Explore more leadership insights from Kevin and Wayne at LongDistanceWorklife.com
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How can leaders navigate the complexities of polarization and build trust in an age of outrage? Kevin sits down with Karthik Ramanna to discuss strategies for effective leadership in a world marked by heightened emotion, distrust, and division. Karthik shares his five-part framework for navigating outrage, which includes turning down the temperature, building trust, scoping organizational responses, understanding power, and fostering resilience. He emphasizes that leaders must first work on themselves before attempting to manage others' reactions. He also shares practical insights like the importance of environmental conditions in managing conflict and building trust through shared experience
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:13 Meet Karthik Ramanna 02:56 Karthik’s Leadership Journey 05:06 Why Outrage is Rising 06:28 Root Causes of Polarization 08:23 Declining Trust in Leadership 09:51 Five-Part Leadership Framework 12:13 Internal vs External Leadership 14:10 Turning Down the Temperature 16:09 The Neuroscience of Outrage 17:15 Strategies to De-Escalate Conflict 18:37 Active Listening & Understanding 21:50 Trust and Psychological Safety 23:33 Defining Organizational Response 25:57 Disney's Strategy Misstep 27:55 Power and Influence in Leadership 29:22 Building Resilient Organizations 31:03 Managing Expectations as a Leader 36:15 Closing & Next Episode
Karthik's Story: Karthik Ramanna is the author of The Age of Outrage: How to Lead in a Polarized World. He is a professor of business and public policy at the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government, where he has served as director of one of the world’s most diverse leadership programs. Previously a professor at Harvard Business School, Professor Ramanna studies how organizations and leaders build trust with stakeholders. His scholarship has won numerous awards including the Harvard Business Review-McKinsey Prize for “groundbreaking management thinking,” and three times the international Case Centre’s prizes for “outstanding case-writing,” dubbed by the Financial Times as “the business school Oscars.”
http://karthikramanna.com/
https://hbr.org/2023/01/managing-in-the-age-of-outrage
https://www.instagram.com/prof.kr.ox/
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Book Recommendations * The Age of Outrage: How to Lead in a Polarized World by Karthik Ramanna
Like this? * Seeing Your Blind Spots with Marisa Murray * The Skills You Need to Lead in Business Today with Nathan Kracklauer * The Biases That Keep You From Leading at Your Best with Lisa Tromba
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Did you know that context makes you smarter? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares how understanding context helps you make better decisions and become a more effective leader.
Learn three powerful ways to improve your context-awareness: 1️⃣ Ask for different perspectives – Expanding your view can lead to better decisions. 2️⃣ Recognize when "It depends" applies – What follows "it depends" reveals valuable context. 3️⃣ Ask yourself, "What don’t I know?" – Filling in the gaps can lead to smarter choices.
The more context and perspective we have, the better decisions we can make and actions we can take.
📖 Get Kevin’s new book, Flexible Leadership 👉 https://KevinEikenberry.com/flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry https://twitter.com/KevinEikenberry https://instagram.com/kevineikenberry https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage/
About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Are you subsidizing your business success at the cost of your own well-being? Andy Brown defines this as emotional overdraft and just like a financial overdraft, these behaviors might work in the short term but become unsustainable and costly over time. Andy explains to Kevin that while this behavior is common, it can lead to stress, burnout, and reduced personal and professional effectiveness. Andy shares habitual behaviors, or "drivers," that contribute to emotional overdraft, such as urgency, overcommitment, and lack of trust. He also suggests that work-life balance is a helpful expression, he advocates for integrating work as part of life and recognizing seasons of focus and rest. Further, he provides some examples so we can mitigate emotional overdraft.
Listen for 00:00 Introduction 00:08 Understanding Overload Stress and Emotional Overdraft 00:41 How to Join the Live Podcast Community 01:08 Kevin’s Book Flexible Leadership 02:07 Guest Introduction Andy Brown 02:33 Andy’s Background in Leadership and Business 03:30 How Andy’s Journey Led to Emotional Overdraft 06:09 Recognizing Leadership Costs Beyond Financials 07:03 What is an Emotional Overdraft 08:19 The Impact of Emotional Overdraft on Leaders 10:24 Emotional Overdraft Beyond Business A Universal Issue 11:44 Work Life Balance A Myth or a Useful Concept 15:24 Why Do Leaders Go into Emotional Overdraft 16:53 The 10 Drivers of Emotional Overdraft 18:30 Just Flipping Do It JFDI A Key Habit That Drives Overdraft 21:21 Trust Issues When Leaders Stop Trusting Their Team 24:45 The Connection Between Urgency and Overdraft 27:07 Why Do We Feel Like Everything is Urgent 29:05 Breaking the Cycle Asking the Right Questions 32:57 Training Clients to Expect Urgency 35:45 The Importance of Taking a Breath and Evaluating Choices 36:36 What Andy Does for Fun and The Importance of Joy 38:59 Recommended Reading Connect by Carol Robin 40:48 Where to Find Andy Brown and His Book 41:57 Final Thoughts Taking Action Against Emotional Overdraft 42:29 Closing and Subscribe for More Episodes
Andy's Story: Andy Brown is the author of Amazon's #1 best seller, The Emotional Overdraft: 10 Simple Changes for Balancing Business Success and Wellbeing. He has over 30 years of experience as a transformative coach and award-winning adviser. His engaging style and thought-provoking insights have made him a sought-after speaker at conferences, corporate events, and on podcasts. Andy inspires leaders to address the hidden costs of leadership while promoting sustainable growth and personal resilience. Andy’s mission is clear: to empower leaders to make better, faster decisions without sacrificing their well-being.
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Book Recommendations * The Emotional Overdraft: 10 simple changes for balancing business success and wellbeing by Andy Brown * Multipliers, Revised and Updated: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter by Liz Wiseman * Connect: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues by David Bradford Ph.D., Carole Robin Ph.D.
Like this? * Trusting Yourself with Melody Wilding * Being Impact Player with Liz Wiseman * Making Stress Work For You to Achieve Your Goals with Steven Stein
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This is a special bonus episode from Long-Distance Worklife where Wayne Turmel is joined by leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry to discuss the future of leadership, workplace flexibility, and the key insights from Kevin’s latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence.
They explore why leadership must evolve in response to an ever-changing work environment, how leaders can balance flexibility with consistency, and why the debate around remote and hybrid work is far from over. Plus, Wayne shares an important announcement about the future of the podcast.
Don’t miss this insightful conversation on navigating the complexities of leadership in 2025 and beyond.
Key Takeaways 1. Why flexible leadership is essential in today’s workplace 2. The myths around “return to office” and why remote work isn’t dead 3. How leaders can balance consistency and adaptability 4. Practical strategies for leading teams in uncertain times 5. A major announcement about Long-Distance Worklife and what’s next
Timestamps 00:00 Intro to the Final Episode 00:35 Special Guest: Kevin Eikenberry 01:26 Why Leadership Must Be More Flexible 03:04 The “Return to Office” Debate: What’s Really Happening? 05:10 The Challenges Leaders Face with Hybrid Work 07:01 Understanding the Cynefin Model for Decision-Making 10:15 How Leaders Can Adapt in Different Situations 14:26 Balancing Flexibility with Consistency as a Leader 17:07 How Communication Changes with a Flexible Leadership Style 21:20 Why Flexible Leadership is the Future of Work 23:22 Big Announcement: What’s Next for Long-Distance Worklife 26:49 What’s Coming on The Remarkable Leadership Podcast 28:13 Final Thoughts & Thank You to Our Listeners
Related Episodes * The Long-Distance Team with Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel * Returning to Office with Kevin Eikenberry * Designing a Winning Culture for Remote Teams: Insights from the Authors of The Long-Distance Team * Crucial Conversations: Navigating Communication Boundaries in the New Age of Remote Work
Additional Resources * Flexible Leadership * Learn more about Wayne Turmel * Email Wayne Turmel * Connect with Wayne Turmel on LinkedIn * Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Leader * Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Teammate * Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Team * The Kevin Eikenberry Group
Are leadership styles truly helpful, or do they limit our potential? 🤔 In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the power and the pitfalls of leadership styles. Using a surprising analogy—his antique toy tractor—Kevin explains how leadership models simplify complex ideas but can also box us in if we rely on them too much.
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📌 Key Takeaways: ✅ Leadership styles help simplify complex ideas ✅ Models are useful, but they aren’t the full reality ✅ Over-relying on a leadership style can be limiting ✅ True leadership requires flexibility
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What does it mean to think flexibly? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the concept of flexible thinking and how it can help leaders navigate uncertainty with confidence.
Kevin explains the difference between either/or thinking and both/and thinking, emphasizing why flexibility in thought is crucial in today’s complex world. He also provides insights from his new book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence.
💡 Key Takeaways: ✔ Either/or thinking is limiting and creates a zero-sum mindset. ✔ Both/and thinking expands possibilities and acknowledges context. ✔ Flexible thinking leads to better decision-making in an uncertain world.
📖 Get your copy of Flexible Leadership here: KevinEikenberry.com/Flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What does it mean to empower your team to make good decisions? Chris Seifert tells Kevin that empowerment is more than a buzzword, it requires leaders to build both the competence and confidence of their team. Chris shares his decision-making framework designed to address two critical organizational issues: poor root cause analysis and ineffective decision-making in complex environments. Through real-world examples, Chris reveals how clear "decision rights" can transform organizations, empowering teams while enabling leaders to focus on strategic priorities. He also shares that it’s important to document the decision-making process to prevent hindsight bias or the curse of knowledge.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:27 Empowerment and Shared Leadership Overview 03:26 Chris’s Career Background 05:18 Challenges in Root Cause Analysis and Decision-Making 06:00 Defining Empowerment 07:12 Building an Engaged Workforce 08:46 Addressing Micromanagement and Codependency 10:08 Disconnect Between Empowerment Goals and Execution 12:10 Micromanagement Doom Loop Explanation 16:12 Importance of Confidence and Competence in Decision-Making 19:26 Decision Rights and Guardrails for Leaders 22:01 Empowerment Through Incremental Decision-Making Authority 24:12 Documenting Decisions: "Show Your Work" 25:54 Decision Traps: Hindsight Bias and Learning from Decisions 26:54 Decision Traps: Curse of Knowledge 28:30 Leadership Challenges with Decision Execution 29:49 Chris’s Hobbies: Fishing and Volunteer Firefighting 30:24 Books Chris is Reading: Mindware and Thinking, Fast and Slow 31:09 Where to Learn More About Chris and His Work
Chris' Story: Chris Seifert is the author of Enabling Empowerment: A Leadership Playbook for Ending Micromanagement and Empowering Decision Makers. He is the founder of Enabling Empowerment, an initiative dedicated to transforming organizational leadership and enhancing team performance. With over 20 years of experience in manufacturing operations and strategic advisory, Chris’s mission is to empower leaders to elevate their organizations and teams through innovative strategies and methodologies. Chris’s notable achievements include leading a renewable energy company through significant growth, expanding revenue from $450 million to $1 billion, increasing plant production by over 200%, and delivering over $300 million in EBITDA improvements. He also founded a successful Operational Excellence Practice at Wilson Perumal and Company serving clients across North America and Europe. His extensive background as a decorated Naval Officer further underscores his strategic expertise and commitment to excellence.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherseifert/
https://enablingempowerment.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@EnablingEmpowerment
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Book Recommendations * Enabling Empowerment: A Leadership Playbook for Ending Micromanagement and Empowering Decision-Makers by Chris Seifert * Mindware: Tools for Smart Thinking by Richard E. Nisbett * Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
Like this? * Unleashing Empowerment Leadership with Frances Frei * Mastering the Art of Being All In with Lisa Danels
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Imagine a workplace where your skills – not your job title – define your value. What if the way we've understood work for decades is about to be completely transformed? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Ravin Jesuthasan to discuss how the rise of skills-based organizations is reshaping work, talent management, and leadership. Ravin shares a case for why organizations must move beyond traditional job structures and adopt a new model where skills are the currency of work. He also discusses how AI is driving this transformation, both as a disruptor and as a tool. AI offers a pathway to match skills with opportunities at scale. Ravin also highlights the importance of combining technical skills with human (enabling) skills, the role of leaders in recognizing potential, and how emerging tools can help individuals navigate their career paths in meaningful ways.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Podcast Overview and Sponsor Introduction 01:18 Book Promotion: Flexible Leadership 02:08 Guest Introduction: Ravin Jesuthasan 03:05 Genesis of The Skills Powered Organization 06:31 Challenges of Transitioning to a Skills-Powered Organization 09:11 Why Now? The Case for Skills-Based Work 12:44 Drivers of Change in a Complex World 17:05 The Role of Skills and Passion in Work Design 19:02 Essential Leadership Skills for a Skills-Powered Organization 22:20 Challenges of Shifting from Jobs to Skills 24:22 How AI Enables the Transformation to Skills-Based Work 28:01 Unilever’s Example of a Skills-Based Marketplace 30:04 Personal Insights: Ravin’s Hobbies and Interests 31:26 Current Reads and Closing Remarks
Meet Ravin Ravin's Story: Ravin Jesuthasan is the author of The Skills-Powered Organization: The Journey to the Next-Generation Enterprise (October 1, 2024; The MIT Press) with Tanuj Kapilashrami, the Wall Street Journal Bestseller Work without Jobs (MIT Press), as well as Transformative HR, Lead the Work, and Reinventing Jobs. He is a recognized futurist and authority on the future of work, human capital, and AI, is Senior Partner and Global Leader for Transformation Services at Mercer. He is a member of the World Economic Forum's Future Skills Executive Board and Global Foresight Network. He is a member of the faculty at Caltech.
https://www.ravinjesuthasan.com/
https://skillspoweredorganization.com/
https://x.com/RavinJesuthasan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravinjesuthasan/
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Book Recommendations * The Skills-Powered Organization: The Journey to the Next-Generation Enterprise by Ravin Jesuthasan, Tanuj Kapilashrami * War by Bob Woodward
Like this? * How the Future Works with Brian Elliott * The Skills You Need to Lead in Business Today with Nathan Kracklauer
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Would you rather be flexible or consistent as a leader? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin explores the advantages of both and reveals how effective leaders can strike the right balance. Learn why flexibility aids resilience and change while consistency builds trust and stability. Discover practical advice you can apply today.
Don't forget to grab Kevin's new book, Flexible Leadership, for more insights! https://flexibleleadershipbook.com/
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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How can you turn the challenges of disruption into opportunities for growth and innovation? Terence Mauri joins Kevin to discuss how leaders can transform uncertainty into opportunity and thrive in a rapidly changing world. Terence believes leaders need to shift their mindset and embrace curiosity, unlearn outdated practices, and foster cultures of agility and innovation. He also shares his DARE Framework for mindset shifts. Data: Leading with AI to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Agility: Letting go of bureaucratic practices and embracing iterative progress. Risk: Understanding that not taking a risk is often the greatest risk. Evolution: Adopting nature-inspired approaches to adaptability and resilience.
Listen for
- 00:00 Introduction
- 00:32 Overview of the Episode
- 01:17 Sponsor Mention: The Long-Distance Leader
- 01:41 Meet Terence Mauri
- 02:32 Terence's Journey to Leadership and Disruption
- 05:00 The Paradox of Risk in Leadership
- 06:05 Understanding Disruptions in the Modern Era
- 09:06 Disruptive Trends in AI and Industries
- 12:03 The Importance of Mindset Shifts for Leaders
- 15:10 What’s Not Going to Change?
- 18:08 Turning Disruption into Tailwinds
- 20:02 Introducing the DARE Framework
- 22:16 D – Data: Leading with AI
- 23:23 A – Agility: Eliminate Bureaucracy
- 27:10 R – Risk: Courage vs. Conformity
- 29:10 E – Evolution: Embracing Change Gradually
- 32:58 Books Terence Recommends
- 34:49 Key Takeaways and Closing Thoughts
Meet Terence Terence Mauri is the author of The Upside of Disruption: The Path to Leading and Thriving in the Unknown. He is a world-leading expert on the future of leadership, AI, and disruption. As the founder of the future trends think tank Hack Future Lab and a highly acclaimed author, Mauri is the mind behind the movement for leaders to find the upside of disruption and rethink leadership for a post-AI world. He says: “The future isn’t just about tech or trends. It’s about mindsets and choices, too. Let’s not waste one of the biggest reframing moments in our lifetimes because when volatility is high, not taking a risk is a risk.” Mauri’s actionable insights and myth-busting thinking have been featured in The Economist, Forbes, Inc. BBC, Reuters, Business Insider, and The Drucker Forum. He has been described as “an influential and outspoken expert on the future of leadership” by Thinkers50, the global authority on today’s top business thinkers.
www.terencemauri.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/terencemauri/ https://x.com/terencemauri https://www.instagram.com/terence.mauri/ Book Recommendations * The Upside of Disruption: The Path to Leading and Thriving in the Unknown by Terence Mauri * The Brooklyn Follies by Paul Auster * Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout by Cal Newport
Like this? * Leading Through Disruption with Tony Hunter * The Disruption Mindset with Charlene Li * Work Disrupted with Jeff Schwartz
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Kevin Eikenberry dives into the dynamic duo of intention and action. Learn why these two forces are powerful individually but unstoppable when combined. Discover how to harness their synergy to drive change, build momentum, and achieve better results in your leadership journey.
📖 Key Takeaways: - Why action is the catalyst for all change and movement. -The pitfalls of intention without action and how it affects confidence. -Strategies to move beyond habits and norms to align your intentions with actions. - Practical steps to reflect, adjust, and make lasting improvements.
🚀 Remarkable Reminder: When we couple intentions with actions, we unlock the potential for new and better results.
Preorder your copy of Flexible Leadership here: https://KevinEikenberry.com/Flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Are you prepared to embrace a future defined by proximity? Rob Wolcott and Kaihan Krippendorff say we are in the digital age which is fundamentally different from the industrial age. They join Kevin to discuss the concept of proximity equals zero (P=0) – the compression of value closer to moments of demand - and how this is changing the way we work and live. They share how proximity connects with work and how we eat and provide real-world examples from Domino's Pizza's tech-driven customer experience to controlled environment agriculture revolutionizing food production. Further, they provide advice to leaders on leveraging proximity to break down barriers, prioritize opportunities, and align technology with unmet needs.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:30 Remarkable Leadership Podcast Overview 01:06 Flexible Leadership Book Promo 01:43 Guest Introduction: Rob Wolcott and Kaihan Krippendorff 03:01 Origins of the Book "Proximity" 08:08 What is Proximity? 12:07 Proximity and How We Work 15:57 Future of Work and Proximity 19:16 Proximity and How We Eat 24:31 Controlled Environment Agriculture and Vertical Farming 26:00 Proximity and Leadership: Next Steps for Leaders 28:50 Investment Opportunities in Proximity 31:10 What Rob and Kaihan Do for Fun 32:51 Book Recommendations from Rob and Kaihan 34:03 Closing Remarks
Their Story: Robert C. Wolcott and Kaihan Krippendorff are the authors of Proximity: How Creating Breakthroughs in Just-in-Time Transform Business, Society, and Daily Life. Rob is the co-founder and chair of The World Innovation Network (TWIN Global). He is an adjunct professor of innovation at the Booth School of Business, University of Chicago, and an adjunct professor of executive education at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University. His books include Grow from Within: Mastering Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation (with Michael J. Lippitz, 2009). Wolcott is an active venture investor in nearly thirty companies, many of which are leading the Proximity revolution. Kaihan Krippendorff founded Outthinker Networks, a global think tank, and a professional speaker. His books include Driving Innovation from Within: A Guide for Internal Entrepreneurs (Columbia, 2019). A former McKinsey consultant, he is a strategic adviser to numerous leading corporations.
Book Recommendations * Proximity: How Coming Breakthroughs in Just-in-Time Transform Business, Society, and Daily Life by Robert C. Wolcott, Kaihan Krippendorff * The Founding of New England by James Truslow Adams * Data Rules: Reinventing the Market Economy (Acting with Technology) by Cristina Alaimo, Jannis Kallinikos * For the Culture: The Power Behind What We Buy, What We Do, and Who We Want to Be by Marcus Collins
Like this? * How to Navigate the Future with Margaret Heffernan * How the Future Works with Brian Elliott * The Forces Reshaping the Workplace with Phil Simon
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Intentions are powerful—but they’re only the beginning. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explains why having intention is important but not sufficient for meaningful change. Intention can spark the process, but action is what truly moves the needle.
Learn how to bridge the gap between deciding and doing, and discover practical tips to turn your intentions into impactful results.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ BOOK: Check out my latest book, The Long-Distance Teammate: https://longdistanceteammate.com/ ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What are the key leadership insights and skills needed as we move into 2025? In this end-of-year episode, Kevin answers listener questions about leadership trends, challenges, and reflections on his latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Kevin believes that leaders must move beyond rigid leadership styles to embrace flexibility, adapting their approach based on context, team needs, and organizational goals. He also highlights the importance of mindset, skill set, and habit set for leaders. While skills provide the tools for leadership, mindset ensures alignment with goals, and habit set ensures sustained application.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:44 Joining the Live Experience 01:06 Flexible Leadership Book Promo 01:57 Introduction of Lisa Ritter-McMahan 02:59 Soft Skills Leaders Need 05:21 Transitioning from Peer to Leader 07:17 Hierarchical Leadership in Government Agencies 09:00 Highlight from Flexible Leadership Book 11:13 What Excites Kevin About His New Book 12:28 Balancing Empathy and Organizational Goals 14:55 Professional Development: Inside vs. Outside Work Hours 17:30 Mindset, Skill Set, and Habit Set for Leaders 20:14 Importance of Flexibility in Organizations 22:32 Clear Communication in Remote Work 25:58 Kevin’s Reading Process for Podcasts 30:08 Memorable Moments from 2024 Guests 33:24 What Kevin Does for Fun 34:48 Kevin’s Current Reading Recommendation 36:04 Closing Remarks
Book Recommendations * Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence by Kevin Eikenberry * From Bud to Boss: Secrets to a Successful Transition to Remarkable Leadership by Kevin Eikenberry and Guy Harris * Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts by Annie Duke * On the Edge: The Art of Risking Everything by Nate Silver * Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman * The Case for Good Jobs: How Great Companies Bring Dignity, Pay, and Meaning to Everyone's Work by Zeynep Ton * How to Work with and Lead People Not Like You by Kelly McDonald
Like this? * A Guide to Excellence with Tom Peters * This is Strategy with Seth Godin
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When was the last time you gave yourself a gift? 🎁
In this special episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares a meaningful and unexpected list of gifts we can give to ourselves. From the gift of time to the gift of grace, these thoughtful ideas go beyond material things and focus on personal growth and well-being.
This episode is a powerful reminder that while it’s better to give than receive, sometimes, we need to include ourselves on the gift list.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What can leaders learn from bees about creating lasting change in organizations? Siobhan McHale tells Kevin that bees recognize when a hive is overcrowded and the need for a new home. They notice what is emerging and act, which many organizations fail to do. Kevin and Siobhan discuss how leaders can harness the power of group intelligence to foster agile, resilient organizations. She introduces the "Lens Model," a four-part, non-linear framework that includes Look Beyond: Identify and understand hidden patterns that drive organizational behavior. Experiment: Test small changes to discover effective solutions within the system. Nudge: Use subtle shifts to encourage change without creating resistance. Strengthen: Reinforce emerging changes to ensure they become embedded in the organization’s culture. She also talks about GQ, or group intelligence, as a necessary complement to IQ and EQ in today’s complex world.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Featured Guest: Siobhan McHale 02:20 Siobhan’s Background in Change Management 04:16 Why Focus on Change Management? 05:16 The Fascination with Organizational Ecosystems 06:08 Lessons from Bees for Organizational Change 08:14 Understanding the Lens Model 12:27 The Four Steps of the Lens Model 15:40 Diagnosing Hidden Patterns in Organizations 17:45 Role of Leadership in Successful Change 20:10 Nudging vs. Pushing for Change 24:33 Leveraging Group Intelligence (GQ) 27:10 Mapping the Ecosystem to Manage Complexity 29:37 Final Thoughts on Leadership and Change
Siobhan's Story: Siobhan McHale is the author of, The Hive Mind at Work: The Power of Group Intelligence to Create Meaningful and Lasting Change. She has worked across four continents, helping thousands of leaders to create more agile and productive workplaces. She also has been on the “inside” as the executive in charge of culture change in a series of large, multinational organizations. One of these inside jobs was a radical seven-year change initiative at Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZ) Bank that transformed it from the lowest-performing bank in the country into one of the highest-performing and most admired banks in the world. Professor John Kotter used her work with ANZ as a Harvard Business School case study designed to teach MBA students about managing change.
Book Recommendations * The Hive Mind at Work: Harnessing the Power of Group Intelligence to Create Meaningful and Lasting Change by Siobhan McHale * Brooklyn by Colm Toibin
Like this? * Leading Change Intelligently with Barbara Trautlein * Leading Large-Scale Change with Bill Schaninger * Helping Leaders Change the World For the Better with Bill Novelli * The Problem with Change with Ashley Goodall
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Are you really listening, or do you just think you are? 🤔
In this final episode of our series on listening, Kevin Eikenberry answers the crucial question: Who decides if you're truly listening? Learn why listening is about perception and what you can do to ensure others feel heard.
Remember: listening isn't about you—it's about them.
This episode is packed with practical insights to elevate your listening skills and strengthen your leadership abilities.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Have you ever considered the leadership it takes to create a film? Kevin sits down with Harold Cronk, an award-winning director, writer, and producer to explore how lessons from film production offer unique insights into leadership, team dynamics, and vision. Harold discusses the importance of servant leadership and explains how leading highly creative teams requires fostering a culture of trust, empowering talent, and aligning individual contributions with the larger vision. He also emphasizes the significance of aligning his projects with his values, especially when tackling real-life stories. He also gives an inside baseball look into the behind-the-scenes reality of film production, debunking myths and sharing insights into the patience and precision involved in creating movies
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:44 Introducing Harold Cronk 03:17 Harold's Career Highlights 04:07 Journey from Art Teacher to Filmmaker 06:01 Early Experiences with Directing 07:12 Leadership Lessons from Film and Teaching 09:46 Challenges of Scaling Film Productions 11:21 Navigating Studio Expectations 12:42 Leading Creative Teams 14:08 Managing Talent and Creativity 15:28 Attracting the Right Talent 17:28 Behind the Scenes on a Film Set 20:15 Challenges of Film Project Management 21:02 About the Movie "Average Joe" 23:25 Real-Life Story Behind the Film 24:00 Staying True to the Real Story 27:50 Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers 29:20 Importance of Passion and Persistence 30:26 Harold’s Hobbies and Interests 31:23 Current Reading and Creative Projects 32:11 Closing Reflections
Meet Harold Harold's Story: Harold Cronk is an Award-Winning Director, Writer, and Producer. His big break came when his short film, War Prayer, earned him Best Director at the 2006 Beverly Hills International Film Festival. Cronk’s first box office hit, God’s Not Dead, and the sequel, God’s Not Dead 2, landed him the opportunity to helm Unbroken: Path To Redemption for Universal Studios. Based on the life of Louis Zamperini, the film received rave reviews from audiences, earning an A cinema score, as well as the Movie Guide Award for Best Film for Mature Audiences. Recently, Cronk won his first Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing of The Quest, a high-concept family adventure series for Disney +. Cronk’s most recent film, Average Joe, based on the life of coach Joe Kennedy, is currently in theaters across the country and boasts the highest Rotten Tomato audience score of any faith film opening weekend at 99%. To date, Cronk’s films have grossed over $100 million in the domestic box office.
https://averagejoemovie.com/
Book Recommendations * Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
Like this? * Wine, Rock 'n' Roll, and Leadership with Maynard Keenan
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Listening is more than just a communication skill—it's a trust-building superpower. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explains the most compelling reason to become a better listener and how it impacts your leadership and relationships.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
- Why listening completes the communication loop. - How listening fosters understanding and acknowledges others. - The #1 reason to listen: building trust.
📘 Get Kevin’s New Book! Learn more about Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence and its insights on trust and leadership: KevinEikenberry.com/Flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Can work and well-being go together? Kevin chats with Kelly Mackin about redefining work-life balance and understanding the psychological, emotional, and social motives that impact our professional happiness. They discuss her research-backed framework of 28 human needs and how motives vary from person to person. Kelly discusses common "dream killers" that can sabotage career satisfaction, and how leaders can foster a more supportive work culture.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:34 Introducing Kelly Mackin 02:24 Kelly's Personal Journey 05:00 Defining Workplace Well-Being 06:07 Shared Meaning and Mindset 07:03 The 28 Human Motives 08:52 Personalized Well-Being Needs 10:35 Identifying Top Motives 12:16 Introducing Dream Killers 13:08 Taking a Proactive Approach 14:47 Co-Creation of Well-Being 16:12 Leaders' Role in Well-Being 18:30 Organizational Culture Impact 21:22 Why Motives Change 23:27 Overview of the Well-Being Assessment 27:07 Kelly’s Hobbies and Interests 27:40 Book Recommendation 28:08 Final Reflections and Call to Action
Meet Kelly Kelly's Story: Kelly Mackin is the author of Work Life Well-Lived: The Motives Met Pathway to No-B.S. Well-Being at Work and co-founder and CEO of the Motives Met Platform and Human Needs AssessmentTM which empowers people to create their best work life and workplace. Her expertise spans quantitative research in human behavior to fostering psychological safety, from guiding individuals in mind management coaching to imparting the practice of mindfulness meditation both in and outside of work. As a researcher, she gains insights into significant parts of our lives like values, stress, and emotions to develop frameworks to better understand the world and ourselves to make positive change. Kelly’s mission is to create a work world where we are human first and well-being is a right, not a privilege. She built Motives Met to achieve the attainable dream of a work life well-lived for all. When asked about her proudest moments, Kelly would tell you it was standing at the top of Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa and at Mount Everest Base Camp. Hailing from sunny San Diego, California, you can often find her soaking up a sunset, playing beach volleyball, or sparring in the boxing ring.
https://www.motivesmet.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-mackin-52793110/
https://www.instagram.com/kellymackin_motivesmet/
https://www.tiktok.com/@motivesmet
Book Recommendations * Work Life Well-Lived by Kelly Mackin * 10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less by Dan Sullivan, Dr. Benjamin Hardy
Like this? * How to Break Free from Daily Burnout, Struggle Less, and Thrive More with Nataly Kogan * How Leaders can Connect with People and Reduce Isolation with Ryan Jenkins and Steven Van Cohen * Being a Mentally Strong Leader with Scott Mautz
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In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry explores a powerful way to supercharge your listening skills. The key? Being fully present. Kevin dives into what it means to give someone your undivided attention, why it matters, and how it can transform your communication and leadership.
Whether you're leading a team, engaging with colleagues, or building personal relationships, mastering the art of being fully present can make all the difference. Tune in to discover actionable strategies and insights to take your listening—and your leadership—to the next level.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why being fully present is the ultimate listening hack.
- How eliminating distractions creates meaningful connections.
- The transformative power of giving someone your undivided attention.
- Why fully present listening is challenging—and worth the effort.
Links and Resources Mentioned:
- Get your copy of Kevin’s new book, Flexible Leadership: https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Do you lead over or through? Jonathan Clark says leading through is finding leadership everywhere throughout the organization. He shares three essential elements of leadership: heart, mind, and soul. Leadership is fundamentally about doing what’s right and leading through positive influence rather than coercion or authority. Jonathan believes there can be “love” in leadership – more than an idea but genuine appreciation, attention, and support for colleagues.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:08 Clarifying Leadership Beyond Command and Control 00:33 Welcome to The Remarkable Leadership Podcast 01:13 Engage with Us on Social Media 01:44 Introduction to Jonathan Clark 02:29 Discussing the Origins of Leadership Concepts 04:04 Insights from a Cement Plant Study on Leadership 07:03 Distinguishing Leadership from Power and Control 09:29 The Process of Writing a Book with Family 10:29 Leadership as a Process of Mobilization 12:06 Exploring the Soul of Leadership 13:30 Leadership as a Moral Act 16:17 Challenges of Defining Leadership vs. Coercion 18:00 Persistence of Command-and-Control Models in Leadership 21:05 The Heart of Leadership: Focusing on Thriving People 24:18 Love as a Core Leadership Value 25:31 Making Wellness and Success of Others a Priority 26:04 The Mind of Leadership: Problem Solving and Decision-Making 28:34 Practical Advice for Leaders: Start with the Soul 29:34 Fun Facts About Jonathan Clark 29:56 Jonathan’s Current Reading: A Biography of Mitt Romney 31:09 Where to Learn More About Jonathan and His Work 32:11 Reflecting on Leadership as a Verb and a Moral Act 33:08 Closing Remarks
Meet Jonathan Jonathan's Story: Jonathan R. Clark is the co-author of Leading Through: Activating the Heart, Soul, and Mind of Leadership, written alongside his father and sister. He is a professor of management at The University of Texas at San Antonio, where he has also served as a department chair and associate dean. His work focuses on helping leaders create the conditions under which individuals, groups, and organizations do their best collective work. He holds a master's degree from the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health and a doctoral degree from the Harvard Business School.
https://www.leadingthrough.co/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-clark-3734616/
Book Recommendations * Leading Through: Activating the Soul, Heart, and Mind of Leadership by Kim B. Clark, Jonathan R. Clark, Erin E. Clark * Romney: A Reckoning by McKay Coppins
Like this? * The Empathy Advantage with Heather McGowan * Compassionate Accountability with Nate Regier
In this episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry dives into the art of listening and shares five powerful questions every leader should ask to become a more effective communicator. These questions are simple yet transformative, designed to help you build deeper relationships, demonstrate empathy, and inspire better conversations.
Whether you’re leading a team, engaging with colleagues, or having meaningful personal discussions, these questions will take your listening skills—and your leadership—to the next level. Plus, Kevin shares insights from his latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigating Uncertainty and Leading with Confidence.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * Why asking great questions is key to being a great listener. * How to use emotional and logical questions to connect with others. * The five must-ask listening questions that improve communication. * Bonus tips to ensure understanding and offer meaningful support.
Links and Resources Mentioned: * Book: Flexible Leadership: Navigating Uncertainty and Leading with Confidence
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Have you ever considered that your best intentions as a leader can lead to self-deception and undermine your effectiveness? Kevin speaks with Victoria Trammel about how self-deception ties to our identity as leaders. Self-deception leads to what an inward mindset—an excessive and unhealthy self-focus that leads us to see ourselves and others in altered ways. She explains how leaders can act in ways that contradict their stated values, denying their team members growth and opportunity. Victoria believes, as leaders, we need to stay curious and see our team as individuals with different needs and goals.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 03:27 The Uniqueness of Leadership Books 05:32 What Makes "Leadership and Self-Deception" Successful 07:12 The Core Idea: Self-Deception 09:09 Examples of Self-Deception in Leadership 11:01 Connection Between Self-Deception and Identity 13:13 The Role of Leadership Assessments and Identity 15:15 The Relationship to Relationships in Leadership 17:17 Practical Steps to Recognize and Address Self-Deception 19:57 Feedback and Vulnerability in Leadership 21:00 The Ripple Effect of Leadership 22:45 Advice for Leaders: Start with Curiosity 24:33 How to Influence as a Leader 26:15 What Victoria Does for Fun 27:13 What Victoria Is Reading Now 28:24 Closing Thoughts and Resources
Meet Victoria Victoria's Story: Victoria Trammel is a co-author of Leadership and Self-Deception: the Secret to Transforming Relationships and Unleashing Results, now in its 4th edition. She is a seasoned facilitator and leadership consultant who brings almost two decades of experience supporting the Intelligence Community to her work with Arbinger. She began her career in joint counterterrorism operations. In subsequent positions, Victoria continued to embrace opportunities for learning and people development through leadership roles across the Intelligence Community from small niche operational programs to enterprise-wide software development programs to corporate culture initiatives. Most recently as a program manager of 65 employees at Leidos, Victoria had the opportunity to establish and develop her program leadership team under the guidance and coaching of the Arbinger Institute. Victoria has a beautiful, blended family of 6 that enjoys planning vacations around experiencing different cultures through the power of food. She is fluent in French and speaks a couple other languages, though most of her vocabulary revolves around eating.
https://web.facebook.com/arbingerinstitute
https://twitter.com/Arbinger
https://arbinger.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/arbinger-institute
Book Recommendations * Leadership and Self-Deception, Fourth Edition: The Secret to Transforming Relationships and Unleashing Results by The Arbinger Institute * Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humansby Michaeleen Doucleff
Like this? * The Outward Mindset with Jim Ferrell * The Mindsets and Habitsets of Leadership with Darrin Gray * The Mindsets That Separate the Best Leaders with Vikram Malhotra
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Interrupting—it’s a habit many of us have and struggle to break. In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry shares practical strategies to help you stop interrupting and become a better listener. Whether you're leading a team, building relationships, or just trying to improve your communication skills, these tips will help you listen more effectively and avoid common communication pitfalls.
This is part of our ongoing series on listening, and it's a must-listen for leaders and team players alike.
Key Takeaways:
- Why interrupting hinders communication and trust.
- How to recognize and overcome interrupting habits.
- Tips like "matching pace" and "waiting an extra beat."
- A simple gesture to remember your point without cutting someone off.
- Why being interested matters more than being interesting.
- The power of stopping and apologizing when you interrupt.
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Are you confident in your strategy or just following a plan? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Seth Godin, and they examine the difference between strategy and tactics, the importance of addressing choices, and why leaders should embrace uncertainty to stay relevant. Seth emphasizes that strategy is not just a step-by-step plan but a philosophy of becoming. He shares his insights on systems thinking, how organizations often mistake marketing issues for strategy problems, and why traditional notions of strategic planning may be outdated. Kevin and Seth also discuss the impact of AI on decision-making, strategies for leading amidst uncertainty, and how we can leverage new tools like AI to make our strategies better.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 2:06 Importance of Strategy 2:59 The Craft of Writing a Book 6:41 What Is Strategy? 7:08 Examples of Strategy in Business 9:33 AI and Strategy 12:12 Using AI for Strategic Advantage 14:13 The Network Effect 18:20 Understanding Systems in Strategy 20:16 Role of Uncertainty in Strategy 23:16 Challenges in Defining Strategy 25:25 Encouragement for Leaders 28:02 Seth's Personal Interests 28:53 Book Recommendations by Seth 30:12 Final Takeaways
Meet Seth Seth's Story: Seth Godin is an author, entrepreneur, and most of all, a teacher. He is the author of 21 best-selling books, including The Dip, Linchpin, Purple Cow, Tribes, and What To Do When It's Your Turn (And It's Always Your Turn), and his latest book, This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans. His book, This is Marketing, was an instant bestseller in countries around the world. Though renowned for his writing and speaking, Seth also founded two companies, Squidoo and Yoyodyne (acquired by Yahoo!). In 2013, Seth was one of just three professionals inducted into the Direct Marketing Hall of Fame. In an astonishing turn of events, in May 2018, he was inducted into the Marketing Hall of Fame as well. He might be the only person in both.
https://www.sethgodin.com/
https://seths.blog/
https://seths.blog/category/the-dip/
Book Recommendations * This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans (Create a Strategy to Elevate Your Career, Community & Life) by Seth Godin * Naikan: Gratitude, Grace, and the Japanese Art of Self-Reflection by Gregg Krech * Bandwidth (An Analog Novel, 1) by Eliot Peper * A Beautiful Constraint: How To Transform Your Limitations Into Advantages, and Why It's Everyone's Business by Adam Morgan and Mark Barden
Like this? * Strategic Thinking for Leaders with Rich Horwath * Is it Marketing or Leadership? with Seth Godin
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Kevin Eikenberry shares five powerful tips to help you become a better listener. From being more curious to minimizing distractions, these practical insights can enhance your relationships and leadership abilities. Watch, subscribe, and start listening better today!
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How do you create an amazing place to work? Is it the mac & cheese? Kevin chats with Erin Wade, founder of the wildly successful Homeroom restaurant, which specializes in one thing: mac and cheese. Erin shares the personal journey that led her from being an unhappy corporate lawyer to building a thriving business that values culture, autonomy, and joy. Erin discusses how the idea of a mac and cheese restaurant came to her on a rainy night, craving comfort food after a tough day as a lawyer. She shares her leadership viewpoint of connection, collaboration, and collective success and how focusing on process, systems, and trust empowers employees and creates extraordinary customer experience. This podcast was recorded during Virtual LeaderCon 2024.
Listen For 0:00 Introductio 1:24 Welcoming Erin Wade 2:10 Erin’s Background and Introduction 3:43 Becoming "The Mac and Cheese Millionaire" 4:04 From Law to Mac and Cheese 5:17 The Inspiration Behind Homeroom Restaurant 8:06 Lessons from Working in Fine Dining 10:06 Importance of Gaining Practical Experience 12:16 Erin’s Leadership Philosophy 13:10 Connection, Collaboration, and Collective Success 14:39 Erin's Violin Story Fake It Till You Make It 17:12 The Role of Reflection and Self-Listening 19:01 Passion as a Key to Fulfillment and Success 20:08 Importance of Having a Reflective Hobby 22:33 Balancing Work Passion and Life 24:32 Creating Culture and Systems in Business 28:18 Paint by Number vs Coloring Book Leadership Styles 31:11 The Stoking Out Rule for Memorable Customer Experiences 33:50 The “Color Code” System for Managing Harassment 38:10 Power of Inclusive Leadership and Collective Solutions 39:15 Restorative Discipline Making Things Right 42:35 Erin’s Approach to Reading and Staying Informed 43:14 Mac and Cheese Tips and Recommendations 44:48 Mac and Cheese Ice Cream and Other Creative Ideas 47:15 Closing Remarks
Meet Erin Erin Wade is the author of The Mac & Cheese Millionaire: Building a Better Business by Thinking Outside the Box. She opened a wildly popular restaurant, Homeroom, which has been covered everywhere from the Cooking Channel to the Wall Street Journal. She authored the bestselling The Mac & Cheese Cookbook, as well as a viral op-ed in the Washington Post that was named one of the publications’ best of the year. Erin's work on business culture has been covered in Forbes and The New York Times, and she was named one of thirty-five “World-Changing Women” by Conscious Company magazine. Erin has a public policy degree from Princeton and a law degree from UC Berkeley. She lives in the Bay Area with her family and an array of surfboards.
Book Recommendations * The Mac & Cheese Millionaire: Building a Better Business by Thinking Outside the Box by Erin Wade
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Kevin Eikenberry dives into the crucial difference between hearing and truly listening. While hearing might seem like enough, effective listening goes beyond just capturing words—it involves active engagement, body language, and genuine attention. Kevin shares personal insights and practical tips to help you improve your listening skills, enhance your relationships, and lead more effectively.
If you're ready to deepen your understanding of listening, make sure to watch this video and subscribe for more leadership insights!
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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We have some exciting news to share with our podcast listeners! The second edition of The Long-Distance Leader is now available as an audiobook. Perfect for leaders managing remote teams, this edition provides valuable insights to boost your confidence and effectiveness in leading from afar.
Why Listen to "The Long-Distance Leader"? If you lead a remote or hybrid team, this audiobook offers practical advice and strategies to help you overcome common challenges in distance leadership. Tune in to hear Kevin explain why this audio format is ideal for busy leaders like you who are constantly on the go.
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What can modern leaders learn from the ancient Viking spirit to drive success and collective progress? Kevin sits down with Anders Indset, and they explore the interplay between Norway’s collective culture and the rise of world-class individual performers. Anders shares his insights into the "Viking Code," a life philosophy centered around progress, leadership, and team play, all while embracing microambitions—small, consistent goals that foster personal and collective growth.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Guest Introduction: Anders Indset 03:30 The Viking Code: Origins 06:00 Defining Success 09:30 Micro Ambitions for Progress 12:00 The Viking Code Philosophy 15:00 Overcoming Cultural Norms 20:00 Role of Play in High Performance 25:00 Personal Fun and Enjoyment 28:00 Reading and Learning 30:00 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
Meet Anders Anders' Story: Anders Indset is the author of, The Viking Code: The Art and Science of Norwegian Success. He is known as “The Business Philosopher”—is a Norwegian-born writer, deep-tech investor, and former elite athlete. He is a fifth-time Spiegel best-selling author, author of six international books, and has been recognized by Thinkers50 as one of the influential thinkers in the fields of technology and leadership in the years to come. He is a trusted sparring partner and advisor for global leaders and top executives, and founder of Njordis Group, Global Institute of Leadership & Technology (GILT), and the Quantum Economy Alliance.
Book Recommendations * The Viking Code: The Art and Science of Norwegian Success by Anders Indset * The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain by Joe Davis * The Secrets of Happy Families: Improve Your Mornings, Tell Your Family History, Fight Smarter, Go Out and Play, and Much More by Bruce Feiler
Like this? * Leadership Resilience with Ama Marston * Love Your Imposter with Rita Clifton
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Did you know that great listening requires more than just your ears? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explains how listening is a full-body experience that helps you stay engaged, understand better, and be more present. Discover the key benefits of multi-sensory listening and why it's essential for effective communication, especially if you're leading a remote or hybrid team.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders ensure that their organizations not only survive but thrive in a changing world? Kevin sits down with Willie Pietersen about the importance of self-leadership, strategic direction, and interpersonal skills, framing them as the three essential domains of effective leadership. Willie explains that true leadership begins with self-awareness and is really about service to others. They also discuss the value of asking the right questions. Kevin and Willie also about how many priorities are too many. Drawing on research, Willie argues that leaders should limit themselves to three or four key priorities to maintain focus and effectiveness.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:18 Guest Introduction: Willie Pietersen 02:40 Willie Pietersen’s New Book 03:08 Willie’s Transition to Teaching 03:38 Willie’s Passion for Learning 04:06 Kodak Insolvency and Career Transition 04:56 Teaching at Columbia University 05:07 Overcoming Teaching Challenges 05:31 Writing Journey and Book Process 06:13 Strategy and Leadership 06:36 Blog Inspirations for the Book 07:14 Leadership Insights from South Africa 08:14 Lifelong Leadership Learning 08:38 Leadership Philosophy: Self, Strategy, and Interpersonal 10:14 The Role of Questions in Leadership 11:07 Socratic Approach to Learning 12:38 People and Strategy in Leadership 14:00 Leadership Priorities: Setting the Right Number 16:00 Example from the American Revolution 18:30 Creating Effective Priorities 21:07 Final Reflections on Leadership 23:00 Closing Thoughts
Meet Willie Willie's Story: Willie Pietersen is the author of, Leadership--The Inside Story: Time-Tested Prescriptions for Those Who Seek To Lead. He was raised in South Africa and received a Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford University. After practicing law, he embarked on an international business career. Over twenty years, he served as the CEO of multibillion-dollar businesses such as Lever Brothers Foods Division, Seagram USA, Tropicana and Sterling Winthrop’s Consumer Health Group. In 1998, Pietersen was named Professor of the Practice of Management at the Columbia University Graduate School of Business. He specializes in strategy and the leadership of change. He has served as an advisor to many organizations in both the commercial and not-for-profit fields.
https://williepietersen.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/willie-pietersen-286b149/
Book Recommendations * Leadership--The Inside Story: Time-Tested Prescriptions for Those Who Seek To Lead by Willie Pietersen * Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari * 21 Lessons for the 21st Century by Yuval Noah Harari * Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
Like this? * Leading the Dollar General Way with Cal Turner, Jr. * The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys with Payam Zamani * The Journey of Leadership with Hans-Werner Kaas
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Why don’t we listen as well as we should? Distractions, lack of interest, and even our habits can prevent us from being effective listeners. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares six common reasons why we fail to listen—and what we can do about it.
Whether you’re leading a team remotely, in a hybrid environment, or in person, improving your listening skills can significantly boost your leadership effectiveness.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders evolve from simply managing tasks to inspiring their teams? Hans-Werner Kaas suggests it takes more than technical expertise. He joins Kevin to discuss what it means to lead from the inside out, understanding yourself first to effectively lead others. He highlights the importance of human-centric leadership, emphasizing the need for self-awareness, humility, and resilience. Hans-Werner talks about the transition from the "imperial CEO" of the past to today's leaders, who must be more versatile, empathetic, and collaborative. He also shares advice on how to get honest feedback from your team.
Listen For 00:08 Introduction and Overview 01:26 Kevin Introduces Hans-Werner Kaas 02:30 Hans-Werner’s Career Journey 03:32 From Engineering to Leadership Consulting 05:26 Opening McKinsey’s Detroit Office 06:04 Insights on Leadership and Inspirational Leadership 07:53 Introduction to ‘The Journey of Leadership’ Book 09:08 The Fall of the Imperial CEO 12:04 Human-Centric Leadership 12:52 Leading from the Inside Out 16:04 Self-Assessment and Feedback for Leaders 19:24 Importance of Humility in Leadership 21:01 Versatility and Leadership Flexibility 24:51 Applying Leadership Traits in Organizations 25:21 The Role of Boldness and Empowerment 26:24 Fearless Learning with Navy SEAL Insights 29:56 Lessons for Non-CEOs 32:21 Hans-Werner’s Personal Interests and Hobbies 34:52 Books and Reading Recommendations 37:06 Closing Remarks and How to Learn More 38:57 Kevin’s Final Thoughts: Taking Action
Book Recommendations * The Journey of Leadership: How CEOs Learn to Lead from the Inside Out by Dana Maor, Hans-Werner Kaas, Kurt Strovink, Ramesh Srinivasan * Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia MD with Bill Gifford * Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America by Heather Cox Richardson * Age of Revolutions: Progress and Backlash from 1600 to the Present by Fareed Zakaria
Like this? * Essentials for Leadership Impact with Chuck Wachendorfer and Doug Lennick * How Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others with Stephen MR Covey * The Five Talents That Really Matter with Barry Conchie & Sarah Dalton
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Kevin Eikenberry explains six compelling reasons why we should all listen more carefully. These reasons range from improving our communication to building stronger relationships and trust. Listening is more than just hearing words; it's a key skill for becoming a better leader and human being.
Whether you are leading a team remotely or in person, listening is crucial for your success. Kevin also highlights a must-read resource for remote leaders: 'The Long-Distance Leader: Revised Rules for Remarkable Remote and Hybrid Leadership.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ BOOK: Check out my latest book, The Long-Distance Teammate: https://longdistanceteammate.com/ ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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What does it take to build a superintelligent enterprise? Dr. Nada Sanders shares insights from her latest research on what it means to create a superintelligent organization. Contrary to popular belief, it's not about only relying on advanced technology. Instead, the combination of AI and human judgment drives success. Nada and Kevin discuss Kasparov’s Law, which emphasizes that an average person with a good process and AI can outperform even superior computers or individuals without the right systems. Nada believes the key to long-term success in a superintelligent enterprise lies in blending technology with human empathy, communication, and expertise. This podcast was recorded during Virtual LeaderCon 2024.
00:00 Introduction to the Episode 00:39 Live Podcast and Virtual LeaderCon Promo 01:26 Introducing Dr. Nada Sanders 02:10 Superintelligent Enterprises Explained 04:13 AI and Human Judgment A Symbiotic Relationship 05:10 Nada’s Background and Forecasting Expertise 07:20 Key Takeaways from Working with Leading Companies 09:14 Creating a Superintelligent Enterprise 11:38 Kasparov’s Law and AI-Human Collaboration 17:20 Strategic Decision-Making with AI 22:27 AI’s Role in Small to Medium-Sized Businesses 27:46 The Importance of Human Interpersonal Skills 33:34 Myths and Unfounded Worries About AI 45:16 Conclusion and Takeaways
Meet Nada Nada's Story: Nada R. Sanders, Ph.D., is the author of seven books, including The Humachine: AI, Human Virtues, and the Superintelligent Enterprise. She is an internationally recognized AI thought leader, expert in forecasting and global supply chain intelligence, and Distinguished Professor at D’Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University in Boston. Ranked by Stanford as one of the world’s top 2% of scientists, she’s a sought-after speaker and the author of 100-plus top-tier scholarly publications. In 2022 she was awarded the prestigious Robert D. Klein Lecturer Award by Northeastern University. She is a Fellow of the Decision Sciences Institute, has served on the Board of Directors of the International Institute of Forecasters (IIF), Decision Sciences Institute (DSI), and has served as President of the Production Operations Management Society (POMS). In 2020 POMS created an award in her name and in 2023 she was given the prestigious POMS Sushil Gupta Distinguished Service Award.
nadasanders.com. https://www.linkedin.com/in/nada-sanders-99154a5/ https://x.com/nadasanders Book Recommendations * The Humachine 2nd Edition by Nada R. Sanders, and John D. Wood * The Singularity Is Nearer: When We Merge with AI by Ray Kurzweil * The Age of Intelligent Machines by Ray Kurzweil
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Kevin Eikenberry shares why he believes listening isn't something that can be taught. While most of us know how to listen, it's our habits and intentions that make the difference. Discover why listening is more about conscious practice than learning new skills and how you can become a better listener by changing your habits.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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We know relationships, personal and professional, are important. How do we add value to who and what you know? Kevin sits down with Mo Bunnell, to discuss how focusing on relationships can positively impact both personal and professional growth. He highlights how business development and leadership are deeply intertwined with fostering strong relationships. Mo and Kevin explore the concept of giving value first, explaining how giving the gift of attention, understanding, wisdom, and clarity and progress can build trust and drive business outcomes. Mo also touches on common roadblocks, such as being "too busy" or fearing rejection, and how leaders can overcome these challenges to invest in their relationships.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction to Relationships and Success 01:31 Introducing Mo Bunnell 02:07 Mo Bunnell's Background and Career 03:12 Transitioning from Actuary to Relationship Development 06:36 The Importance of Relationships in Leadership 07:55 Combining Expertise with Relationship Skills 09:02 From Order Taker to Driver of Positive Change 10:15 Applying Reciprocity in Leadership and Sales 13:20 Lies We Tell Ourselves in Relationship Building 15:28 Overcoming the “I’m Too Busy” Lie 19:12 The Gift of Attention 20:28 The Gift of Understanding 22:47 The Gift of Wisdom 29:04 The Gift of Clarity and Progress 33:49 It’s Always Your Move 36:09 How to Keep Rising and Elevating Impact 39:22 Conclusion and Closing Remarks
Book Recommendations * Give to Grow: Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your Career by Mo Bunnell * The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain by Joe Davis
Like this? * Building Exceptional Relationships with David Bradford and Carole Robin * Building Incredible Collaborative Relationships with Dr. Deb Mashek
We're diving into an insightful and practical topic—the best thing you can borrow. It’s not a tool, money, or even a book—it’s someone else’s belief in you. Whether you’re struggling with confidence, procrastination, or simply need a boost to persevere, borrowing someone else's belief can make all the difference.
In this episode, Kevin explains why borrowing belief is so powerful, how it can help you move forward when you’re stuck, and how you can return or pay forward that borrowed belief to others. This practical advice is a game-changer for any leader or individual looking to overcome self-doubt and become more effective.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What are the core talents that truly distinguish high-performing leaders from the rest? Kevin welcomes Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton to the issue of ineffective leadership. Barry and Sarah explore the essential leadership talents scientifically identified through extensive research involving over 60,000 leaders. They emphasize the importance of selecting leaders based on innate talents rather than just skills or aspirations. The five key talents they highlight are: Setting Direction - The ability to establish clear goals and a strategic vision that aligns with organizational values. Harnessing Energy - Motivating and energizing a team towards achieving these goals. Exerting Influence - Not just persuading others but changing minds through constructive debate and advocacy. Building Connectivity - Creating strong, meaningful relationships within the organization. Controlling Traffic - Ensuring efficient execution of plans by managing processes and adapting to changes.
Listen For 00:08 Introduction and Overview 00:31 Kevin Eikenberry's Welcome 01:22 Introduction to Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton 03:03 Why the Book was Written 05:02 Key Questions Addressed in the Book 06:14 Barry and Sarah's Collaboration Story 07:34 Surprising Insights from Leadership Assessment 09:59 What We're Getting Wrong About Leadership 11:17 The Importance of Leadership Talents 12:22 Understanding "Controlling Traffic" as a Leadership Talent 14:00 The Five Core Leadership Talents 18:31 Exerting Influence and Changing Minds 24:39 The Changing World of Leadership 26:01 Improving Leadership Selection and Interview Practices 30:09 Closing Thoughts and Next Steps
Meet Barry & Sarah Their Story: Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton are the authors of, THE FIVE TALENTS THAT REALLY MATTER: How Great Leaders Drive Extraordinary Performance. Barry is the founder and president of Conchie Associates. He is an expert in psycho-metric talent assessments, leadership research and development, team building, and succession planning. Barry consults with company boards, CEOs, and leadership teams of leading organizations across the globe. He researches leadership effectiveness and decision-making heuristics from his home outside Boulder, Colorado. Sarah is a partner at Conchie Associates. She is uniquely positioned to provide leaders and teams with the tools to evaluate their effectiveness and develop their leadership strengths. Sarah completed her master’s degree in industrial and organizational psychology from Colorado State University. She is based in Denver, Colorado.
https://www.conchieassociates.com/
Book Recommendations * The Five Talents That Really Matter: How Great Leaders Drive Extraordinary Performance by Barry Conchie, Sarah Dalton * Innate: How the Wiring of Our Brains Shapes Who We Are by Kevin J. Mitchell * Being You: A New Science of Consciousness by Anil Seth * War and an Irish Town by Eamonn McCann * The Timeless Way of Building by Christopher Alexander
Like this? * Cracking the Leadership Code with Alain Hunkins * Conscious Leadership with Carter Phipps * Essentials for Leadership Impact with Chuck Wachendorfer and Doug Lennick
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In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry shares the most important learning question every leader must ask—'Now what?' Learn how to reflect and take action to improve your leadership and personal growth.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Are your conversations holding back your team’s potential? Douglas Squirrel shares with Kevin shares how improving conversations within teams can drastically enhance trust, reduce fear, and align business goals. Squirrel delves into the concept of "Agile Conversations," a term inspired by the agile methodology in software development but applicable across all business functions. He emphasizes the importance of practicing conversations, much like athletes train for their sports, and introduces the "Four R's" (Record, Reflect, Revise, Role-play) as a method for enhancing communication skills.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:10 Guest Introduction: Douglas Squirrel 03:12 The Journey from Coder to Conversation Expert 06:15 Discovering Chris Argyris' Work and Improving Conversations 07:45 Agile Conversations: Why "Agile"? 09:35 Conversations as the Key to Culture 12:00 The Power of Stories in Shaping Culture 14:00 The Gap Between Behavior and Belief 17:25 Practicing Conversations: The Four Rs 23:45 The Importance of Genuine Questions 27:05 The Five Conversations for Transforming Culture 33:00 Fun and Personal Interests: Squirrel’s Story 34:00 Closing
Meet Doug Doug's Story: Douglas Squirrel is the author of Squirrel’s Tech Radar, Decoding Tech Talk, and Agile Conversations: Transform Your Conversations, Transform Your Culture, co-authored with Jeffrey Fredrick. He is the director of Squirrel Squared Limited. He has been coding for forty years and has led software teams for twenty. He uses the power of conversations to create dramatic productivity gains in technology organizations of all sizes. His experience includes growing software teams as a CTO in startups from fintech to biotech to music, and everything in between; consulting on product improvement at over 200 organizations in the UK, US, Australia, Africa, and Europe; and coaching a wide variety of leaders in improving their conversations, aligning to business goals, and creating productive conflict. He lives in Frogholt, England, in a timber-framed cottage built in the year 1450.
https://douglassquirrel.com/ https://squirrelsquadron.com/ https://www.facebook.com/douglas.squirrel https://www.linkedin.com/in/dsquirrel/ https://www.instagram.com/douglassquirrel/ Book Recommendations * Agile Conversations: Transform Your Conversations, Transform Your Culture by Douglas Squirrel, Jeffrey Fredrick * Knowledge for Action: A Guide to Overcoming Barriers to Organizational Change by Chris Argyris * Riddley Walker by Russell Hoban * The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick M. Lencioni
Like this? * Crucial Conversations for Business Transformation with Richard Hawkes * The Art of Conscious Conversation with Chuck Wisner * Creating Better Leadership Conversations with Rose Fass
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Kevin Eikenberry explains why you should embrace struggle rather than avoid it. Struggles are natural and inevitable, but they also offer powerful lessons, perspective, and opportunities to grow as a leader. Kevin shares insights on how you can leverage struggles to become a better leader and build resilience. Whether you're leading a remote team or facing other challenges, this episode will help you find value in the hard times. Get actionable advice on embracing struggles and building your next success from them.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Can stress be a partner in achieving our goals? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Dr. Steven Stein, a world-renowned clinical psychologist and expert in emotional intelligence, to explore the concept of hardiness. The discussion centers on the three C's of hardiness: Commitment, Control, and Challenge, and how these factors help individuals and leaders effectively manage stress. Dr. Stein explains the difference between hardiness, resilience, and grit, and why understanding these differences is crucial for personal and professional growth. He also offers practical advice for leaders on how to apply these principles to enhance their leadership and support their teams in stressful situations.
Listen For 00:08 Introduction 03:45 EQ and Hardiness 04:35 Early Career and Computers 05:36 Founding of Company 06:14 Emotional Intelligence Journey 07:09 Stress Discussion 08:22 Misconceptions about Stress 08:56 Pre-COVID Mental Health Awareness 09:21 Thoughts on Stress and Mental Health 10:28 Hardiness Definition 11:12 Research on Executives 12:18 The Three C's of Hardiness 14:12 Difference between Hardiness and Grit 14:39 The Three C's Overview 15:16 Comparison with Resilience 16:16 Athlete Examples 18:25 Commitment 19:32 Reigniting Commitment 20:50 Control Discussion 22:07 Realizing What You Can Control 24:05 Challenge Discussion 25:48 The Hardy Stress Response 29:25 Conclusion
Meet Steven Steven's Story: Dr. Steven Stein co-authored Hardiness: Making Stress Work for You to Achieve Your Life Goals with Paul T. Bartone and is the author of The EQ Leader and Emotional Intelligence for Dummies. He is a world-renowned clinical psychologist, international best-selling author, sought-after speaker, and founder and Executive Chair of Multi-Health Systems (MHS), a publisher of scientifically validated assessments for over 40 years, which has been named a three-time winner of Profit 100 (fastest growing companies in Canada), one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2013, and Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures (2016, Waterstone). A leading expert on psychological assessment and emotional intelligence, he has consulted with military and government agencies, as well as corporate organizations. Dr. Stein currently teaches at the Directors College, an Executive Program from the DeGroote School of Business at McMaster University, Canada.
Book Recommendations * Hardiness: Making Stress Work for You to Achieve Your Life Goals by Steven J. Stein, and Paul T. Bartone * Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson
Like this? * Creating Deliberate Calm with Aaron De Smet * The Microstress Effect with Karen Dillon
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Kevin Eikenberry shares four timeless rules for effective remote leadership, drawn from the updated second edition of The Long-Distance Leader. Whether you lead a fully remote or hybrid team, these principles will help you adapt and succeed in a virtual work environment.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if the challenges you've faced are the key to unlocking your leadership potential? Kevin sits down with Payam Zamani to discuss the cyclical nature of peaks and valleys in our lives. Payam highlights the value of challenges and how they prepare individuals for greater achievements. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining hope and the need for spiritual capitalism—where business success is aligned with serving humanity. Payam and Kevin also explore deep topics such as unity, intention in leadership, and the noble nature of all human beings.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:56 Payam Zamani's Journey and Background 03:22 Why Payam Wrote His Book 05:24 Growing Up in Iran and Facing Challenges 09:00 The US as a Beacon of Hope 11:21 Fleeing Iran and Finding Refuge in the US 12:17 The Path to Entrepreneurship 14:20 The Genesis of AutoWeb 16:10 Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys 17:33 The Power of Challenges and Adversity 19:55 The Noble Origin of People 21:03 Spirituality in Business and Life 24:10 Spiritual Capitalism Explained 25:21 Principles of People-First Leadership 27:19 The Role of Unity in Leadership 27:57 Importance of Intention in Business 29:29 Hope for the Future of America 33:00 Where to Find Payam's Book and Connect
Meet Payam Payam's Story: Payam Zamani is the author of Crossing the Desert: The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys. He is also an entrepreneur, investor, and the founder of One Planet Group. Born in Iran, Zamani was forced to flee at the age of 16 due to his religious beliefs as a Baha’i. He and his brother founded AutoWeb, one of the first online car marketplaces, which they took public in 1999. Since then, he has built and currently owns multiple technology and media businesses, has invested in more than 50 companies, and is striving to redefine capitalism to elevate business to serve humanity.
Book Recommendations * Crossing the Desert: The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys by Payam Zamani * Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution by Rainn Wilson
Like this? * The Gift of Struggle with Bobby Herrera * The Inner Journey of Leadership with Dan Rockwell
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Kevin Eikenberry shares practical strategies to help you overcome email overload and improve your productivity. Discover how sending fewer emails, crafting shorter messages, and even picking up the phone can reduce the stress of managing your inbox. Learn more about leadership at a distance in the second edition of "The Long-Distance Leader."
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ BOOK: Check out my latest book, The Long-Distance Teammate: https://longdistanceteammate.com/ ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Do you think change is a potential threat or a potential adventure? Mindy Vail joins Kevin to discuss how a shift in mindset can redefine change management and leadership. Mindy emphasizes the importance of a humanistic approach to change management that prioritizes empathy, communication, and collaboration. She shares the significance of self-awareness in effective leadership, and the five instinctive reactions to change (Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn, and Flop). Mindy also recommends we celebrate the small wins to motivate our teams and build momentum during the change process.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:05 Guest Introduction: Mindy Vale 03:05 Mindy Vale's Career Journey 05:06 The Mind Shift Effect 08:12 Humanistic Approach to Change Management 09:57 Myth: Resistance to Change 12:02 Helping People Through Resistance 13:09 The Psychological Fundamentals of Change 14:00 The Five F's: Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn, Flop 18:33 Understanding and Addressing Biases in Leadership 21:02 Innovation and Change Connection 24:09 Collaboration and Change 28:28 Advice for Dealing with Change 29:13 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership 30:32 Mindy Vail’s Fun and Hobbies 31:48 Mindy Vail’s Book and Final Thoughts 32:28 Closing
Meet Mindy Mindy Vail is the author of The Mindshift Effect: Where Change Management Is Redefined and Leadership Is Defined. She has more than two decades of experience in leadership development, change management, education, and public speaking. Working with emerging leaders to veteran executives, her focus is cultivating a growth mindset and fostering resilience. She is a Prosci Certified Change Management Practitioner, a Certified Hogan Leadership Coach, and holds a Master’s degree in Curriculum Development.
themindshifteffect@gmail.com www.themindshifteffect.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindyvail/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mindshift-effect/ Book Recommendations * The MindShift Effect: Where Change Management is Redefined and Leadership is Refined by Mindy Vail * The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music by Dave Grohl
Like this? * Leading Large-Scale Change with Bill Schaninger * Leading in a World of Explosive Change with Henry De Sio, Jr. * Becoming a Change Maker with Alex Budak * The Problem with Change with Ashley Goodall
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Kevin Eikenberry shares the two essential factors you need to build strong relationships—whether at work or in your personal life. Strong relationships are crucial for effective leadership, and even more so when working remotely. Kevin explains how relatedness and interaction are the keys to creating those strong connections and offers practical tips on how to implement them.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can we develop habits to build mental strength? Scott Mautz joins Kevin to discuss how leaders can develop habits to regulate their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors productively, especially during adversity. He introduces the concept of mental strength as a leadership superpower, highlighting that it involves more than just resilience or grit. He also shares the six mental muscles: the value of fortitude in overcoming challenges, the role of confidence in effective leadership, the importance of boldness within optimal anxiety levels, maintaining a positive messaging habit, decision-making, and staying goal-focused to achieve success.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:24 Introduction of Guest: Scott Mautz 03:02 Scott's Journey to Becoming an Author 04:23 What Does It Mean to Be a Mentally Strong Leader? 06:05 Habits to Build Mental Strength 07:00 The Fortitude Habit 08:19 The Confidence Habit 11:03 Managing the Relationship with Doubt 14:02 The Importance of Encouragement 16:45 The Boldness Habit 20:00 The Messaging Habit 23:13 The Importance of Transparency 23:52 The Decision-Making Habit 24:36 The Goal-Focus Habit 25:28 Mental Strength Self-Assessment 27:00 What Scott Does for Fun 27:10 What Scott is Currently Reading 27:39 How to Learn More About Scott and the Book 28:39 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
Meet Scott Scott's Story: Scott Mautz is the author of The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors. He is the CEO and Founder of Profound Performance™, a keynote, workshop, and training organization empowering business leaders to become better, more inspired versions of themselves. Scott is an award-winning bestselling author, a popular LinkedIn Learning course instructor, and a faculty member at Indiana University’s School of Business for Executive Education.
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Book Recommendations * The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors by Scott Mautz * Six of Crows Boxed Set: Six of Crows, Crooked Kingdom Paperback – Box set by Leigh Bardugo
Like this? * The Mindsets and Habitsets of Leadership with Darrin Gray * How to Break Free from Daily Burnout, Struggle Less, and Thrive More with Nataly Kogan * Habits that Separate the Best Leaders from the Rest with William Vanderbloemen
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Building trust within remote teams is crucial yet challenging. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares three powerful strategies—plus a bonus tip—that you can use to build and strengthen trust, even when working at a distance. Whether you’re leading a fully remote team or just working with colleagues you rarely see in person, these practical tips will help you foster better communication, alignment, and collaboration.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can we preserve and enhance human skills in an era dominated by AI and intelligent machines? Matt Beane joins Kevin to discuss how we can continue learning and be productive at the same time. While viewing surgical operating rooms, Matt observed that integrating intelligent technologies affects skill development, particularly the novice-expert dynamic that has been fundamental to human learning for over 160,000 years. He shares his three Cs: Challenge, Complexity, and Connection, which are essential for skill development and are often disrupted by new technologies. Kevin and Matt also explore the implications of remote work on skill building, the potential dangers of relying solely on intelligent technologies, and practical steps leaders and individuals can take to foster a healthy learning environment.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:40 Guest Introduction: Matt Beane 05:19 Initial Fascination with Robotics in Surgery 09:54 Learning Challenges in Robotic Surgery 13:15 Historical Perspective on Learning and Skill Development 16:10 The Three Cs of Skill Development: Challenge, Complexity, Connection 19:11 Impact of Remote Work on Learning and Connection 23:10 Practical Steps for Enhancing Skill Development in the Age of AI 27:15 The Role of Leadership in Skill Development 31:11 Individual Contributions to Skill Enhancement 34:44 Fun Activities and Interests of Matt Beane 36:00 Recommended Science Fiction Reads 37:00 How to Learn More About Matt Beane
Meet Matt Matt's Story: Matt Beane is the author of The Skill Code: How to Save Human Ability in an Age of Intelligent Machines. He does field research on work involving robots and AI to uncover systematic positive exceptions that we can use across the broader world of work. His award-winning research has been published in top management journals such as Administrative Science Quarterly and Harvard Business Review, and he has spoken on the TED stage. He also took a two-year hiatus from his PhD at MIT’s Sloan School of Management to help found and fund Humatics, a full-stack IoT startup. In 2012 he was selected as a Human-Robot Interaction Pioneer, and in 2021 was named to the Thinkers50 Radar list. Beane is an assistant professor in the Technology Management department at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a Digital Fellow with Stanford’s Digital Economy Lab and MIT’s Initiative on the Digital Economy. When he’s not studying intelligent technologies and learning, he enjoys playing guitar; his morning coffee ritual with his wife, Kristen; and reading science fiction—a lot of science fiction. He lives in Santa Barbara, California.
Website: https://www.mattbeane.com/book/
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Book Recommendations * The Skill Code: How to Save Human Ability in an Age of Intelligent Machines by Matt Beane * Accelerando (Singularity) by Charles Stross
Like this? * How to Navigate the Future with Margaret Heffernan * How the Future Works with Brian Elliott * The Case for Good Jobs with Zeynep Ton
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Are your presentations impactful, or do they fade from memory as soon as the meeting ends? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares three powerful tips to ensure your presentation points stick with your audience long after the presentation is over. Whether you're speaking to a small team or a large audience, these strategies will help you deliver memorable and effective presentations.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What if the innovation you believe in is just an illusion? Elliott Parker joins Kevin to discuss the reasons why companies often struggle with innovation, highlighting the "capitalist dilemma" where we prioritize short-term financial capital. Elliott compares modern corporations to wildfire management in the Western United States, to explain how optimizing for short-term efficiency can build up "innovation debt". He shares how to balance efficiency with the need for innovation, both in business and personal contexts.
Listen For 00:08 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:33 Elliott Parker’s Journey and Background 05:55 Learning from Arthur Andersen’s Collapse 08:16 Gerald Shur and the Witness Protection Program 09:03 The Capitalist Dilemma: Optimizing for Short-term Metrics 11:08 The Importance of Resilience Over Efficiency 12:01 Story of Hafthor Bjornsson and Learning Through Stress 15:13 Practical Solutions for Balancing Efficiency and Innovation 18:56 The Importance of Contrarian Views in Business 19:12 Avoiding Extremes: Bleeding from the Eyeballs vs. Complete Chaos 22:08 Learning vs. Execution Problems in Organizations 24:06 Elliott Parker’s Optimism About the Future 26:13 Importance of Learning from Diverse Fields 28:08 Controlled Burns: Managing Innovation Debt 34:27 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action
Meet Elliott Elliott's Story: Elliott Parker is the author of The Illusion of Innovation: Escape “Efficiency” and Unleash Radical Progress. He is the founder and CEO of High Alpha Innovation, a venture builder that partners with corporations, universities, and entrepreneurs to co-create startups that solve compelling problems. He built his career in strategy consulting at Innosight, the firm founded by Clayton Christensen, in corporate venturing, and as an entrepreneur bringing new ideas to market. To date, he has launched over 40 venture-backed startups. Originally from California, Elliott currently resides with his family in Indiana. He earned a B.S. in Finance from BYU and an M.B.A. from the UCLA Anderson School of Management.
Book Recommendations * The Illusion of Innovation: Escape "Efficiency" and Unleash Radical Progress by Elliott Parker * Napoleon's Maxims of War by Napoleon Bonaparte (Author), George Charles D'Aguilar (translator) * Competing in the Age of AI: Strategy and Leadership When Algorithms and Networks Run the World by Marco Iansiti (Author), Karim R. Lakhani
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Discover five essential tips to prepare for your presentations effectively. Join Kevin Eikenberry as he shares practical advice to help you feel more confident and deliver impactful presentations. Whether you have a presentation today or in the future, these tips will ensure you're ready to succeed. Don't miss out—watch now and subscribe for more leadership insights!
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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How do you develop an unstoppable mindset? Kevin speaks with Alden Mills, who shares the importance of struggle and resilience in achieving success. He discusses the 3 mindset obstacles, which include starting, failing, and tiring. Kevin and Alden discuss his concept of the "focus funnel," which channels thoughts into impactful action, and the exercise of “outcome accounts” to own outcomes and learn from mistakes.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:55 Introducing Alden Mills 03:25 Invention and Writing Journey 05:30 From Fitness Products to Mindset 07:17 The Metaphor of Leadership Levels 09:56 Struggle and Mindset 13:22 Transferring Mindset to Others 14:44 Setting Personal and Professional Goals 17:43 The Challenge of Focus 19:08 Focus Funnel and Filtering Thoughts 22:15 Owning Your Outcome 25:38 The Importance of Outcome Accounts 27:12 Three Controllables and Mindsetting 30:03 Reading Recommendations 31:05 Connecting with Alden Mills
Meet Alden Alden's Story: Alden Mills is the author of three books, the latest of which is Unstoppable Mindset: How to Use What You Have to Get What You Want. As an Olympic Festival rower, he went on to become a standout at the US Naval Academy, then a Navy SEAL platoon commander (three times), and then an entrepreneur. He founded and grew Perfect Fitness from zero to $63m in sales, becoming the fastest-growing consumer company in America (per INC. Magazine, 2009). Alden then continued to lead the Perfect Fitness team and grow the company even further after its acquisition by the private equity firm, Implus. Alden has created over 40 patents in the consumer sector. Thanks to his time in the military, then in business, Alden has accrued over 30 years of experience working on high-performance leadership, company strategy, growth, and team building.
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Book Recommendations * Unstoppable Mindset: How to Use What You Have to Get What You Want by Alden Mills * Agency: The Four Point Plan (F.R.E.E.) for ALL Children to Overcome the Victimhood Narrative and Discover Their Pathway to Power (Volume 1) by Ian V. Rowe
Like this? * Why Leadership is Overrated with Kyle Buckett and Chris Mefford * Leading From the Inside Out with Errol Doebler
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Kevin discusses the "Seven Deadly Presentation Sins" that can undermine your effectiveness as a presenter. Whether you're speaking in person or virtually, these tips will help you avoid common pitfalls and deliver your message with confidence and clarity.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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How can leaders embrace inclusion effectively in their leadership journey? Priya Nalkur joins Kevin to discuss the power of inclusive leadership, exploring its intrapersonal and interpersonal dimensions. Discover how discomfort can lead to growth and why lowering the waterline in conversations is key. She also touches on psychological safety and its critical role in inclusion. She explains that psychological safety allows individuals to stumble, experiment, and make mistakes without fear of judgment, which is essential for genuine inclusion and growth.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:28 Priya's journey to writing her book 05:07 Definition and importance of inclusion 05:55 Intrapersonal and interpersonal aspects of inclusion 07:09 Characteristics of an inclusive leader 08:02 Being an effective leader in today's world 09:02 The role of discomfort in leadership 10:30 Learning from discomfort and leveraging it 11:38 Psychological safety and inclusion 13:00 Vulnerability in leadership 14:46 Building safe environments for growth 15:04 Headwinds and tailwinds concept 16:06 Lowering the waterline in relationships 19:41 Closing
Meet Priya Priya's Story:
Kevin Eikenberry shares two crucial things to never do in your presentations. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or just starting out, avoiding these common mistakes will make your presentations more engaging and effective.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Kevin Eikenberry shares three powerful strategies to ensure you close your presentations on a strong note. Whether you love presenting or can't wait for it to be over, these tips will help you leave a lasting impact on your audience.
Key Takeaways:
- Remind Them of the Why: Highlight the personal benefits for your audience.
- Summarize Key Points: Recap the main ideas in an easily digestible way.
- Leverage How You Opened: Tie your closing back to your opening for a cohesive finish.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Have you ever considered that toxic behaviors might be affecting your leadership and organization? Sean Lemson suggests this isn’t about mal intent, but a poisonous leader can trigger disengagement, frustration, and turnover — sometimes in slow motion, so an organization is caught unaware. Sean joins Kevin to talk about toxic leadership, exploring how seemingly small negative behaviors can undermine team morale and organizational health. Sean highlights the importance of self-awareness for leaders, detailing how to recognize and address toxic traits within oneself and others. They also discuss the role of mindset in transforming leadership practices and the critical need for regular engagement assessments.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Guest Introduction 02:16 Journey to Writing the Book 05:06 What is Toxic Leadership? 10:12 Styles of Toxic Leaders 13:51 Recognizing Toxicity in Ourselves 17:00 Goodhart's Law 20:58 Role of Mindset in Detoxification 27:00 Toxic Leadership in Remote Work 30:42 Sean's Hobbies 32:17 What Sean is Reading 33:14 Where to Learn More About Sean 35:35 Conclusion and Action Steps
Meet Sean Sean's Story: Sean Lemson is the author of One Drop of Poison: How One Bad Leader Can Slowly Kill Your Company. He is certified in scrum agile and leadership coaching. He has been an agile coach for many years at companies like Paypal, Cisco, and Nike. Since 2021 he has led his own coaching firm, Motivated Outcomes. He resides in the Portland Oregon area.
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Book Recommendations * One Drop of Poison: How One Bad Leader Can Slowly Kill Your Company by Sean Lemson * The Prepper’s Pantry: Nutritional Bulk Food Prepping to Maintain a Healthy Diet and a Strong Immune System to Survive Any Crisis (Suburban Prepping for the Modern Family to Prepare for Any Crisis) by Ted Riley
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In this episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry shares five powerful ways to start your presentation strong. Learn why the opening of your presentation is crucial and how to capture your audience's attention and build interest from the very beginning. Whether you're a seasoned presenter or new to public speaking, these tips will help you engage your audience and deliver impactful presentations. Kevin also introduces his upcoming book, "Flexible Leadership," which offers breakthrough ideas for leading with confidence.
Key Points Discussed:
- Why the opening of your presentation is important
- Five effective strategies to start your presentation
- How to engage your audience from the beginning
- The importance of gaining attention and creating interest
- Kevin's upcoming book, "Flexible Leadership"
Chapter List with Timestamps:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 00:26 Why the Opening is Important
- 01:15 Start with a Story
- 01:58 Share a Personal Experience
- 02:21 Ask a Great Question
- 03:11 Make a Bold Statement
- 03:43 Highlight a Problem
- 04:01 Combining Techniques
- 04:17 Importance of Gaining Attention and Creating Interest
- 04:38 Remarkable Reminder
- 05:11 Introduction to Kevin's Upcoming Book "Flexible Leadership"
Resources Mentioned:
- Preorder Kevin Eikenberry's upcoming book, "Flexible Leadership": https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
In this episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry breaks down the simplest presentation format that has stood the test of time. Learn how Aristotle’s timeless structure of Introduction, Body, and Conclusion can transform your presentations. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just starting out, these tips will help you plan, prepare, and deliver impactful presentations. Discover how this format not only aids in planning and preparation but also ensures your audience follows and understands your message. Additionally, Kevin introduces his upcoming book, "Flexible Leadership," which offers breakthrough ideas for becoming a more effective leader.
Key Points Discussed:
- Why a simple presentation format is useful
- The three parts of a presentation: Introduction, Body, and Conclusion
- How to effectively use the Introduction to capture attention and set the stage
- The importance of the Body for delivering your main content and arguments
- Techniques for a strong Conclusion to summarize and call to action
- The fractal nature of the format and its application at various levels
Timestamps:
- 00:08 Introduction
- 00:57 Why a Simple Presentation Format is Useful
- 02:09 The Simplest Presentation Format by Aristotle
- 02:37 Introduction: Getting Audience Attention
- 03:25 Body: Main Content and Key Points
- 03:53 Conclusion: Summarizing and Call to Action
- 04:45 Importance of the Fractal Nature of the Format
- 05:44 Closing Catchy Phrase and Remarkable Reminder
- 06:39 Introduction to Kevin's Upcoming Book "Flexible Leadership"
Resources Mentioned:
- Preorder Kevin Eikenberry's upcoming book, "Flexible Leadership": https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What does it mean to work in a system? One decision impacts many. Lisa Danels joins Kevin to discuss the interconnected world of mindful leadership. She shares a framework for being 'all in,' which includes integrating the head, heart, and gut, knowing oneself, connecting with others, and co-creation. Lisa also highlights trust, intuition, and power as essential elements for effective leadership and building meaningful connections. She encourages leaders to cultivate their intuition by exploring gut feelings and differentiating between inner voices and ego.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:05 Remarkable Master Classes 01:30 Introduction of Guest: Lisa Daniels 02:28 Lisa's Early Journey and Career Path 06:04 Concept of Interconnection 08:50 Mastering the Art of Being All In 09:13 Framework for Being All In 14:01 Integrating Head, Heart, and Gut 15:25 Role of Intuition 18:38 Personal Power vs. Positional Power 21:42 Building Trust in Organizations 25:25 Addressing Trust Issues and Repairing Relationships 29:11 Lisa's Personal Interests and Hobbies 31:01 Recommended Reading by Lisa Daniels 32:00 Where to Learn More about Lisa and Her Work 33:04 Kevin's Closing Thoughts and Call to Action
Meet Lisa Lisa's Story: Lisa Danels is the author of The Human Edge Advantage: Mastering the Art of Being All In. She is the founder and Executive Director of Human Edge, and is a senior executive, talent, and leadership consultant and coach. Lisa focuses on developing mindful and purpose-driven leaders, unlocking their full leadership potential. Lisa holds a master's degree in Organization Development and Human Resource Management from New York University and a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Public Policy and Administration with a concentration in International Relations from the University of New York at Buffalo. She is a certified executive coach and a pioneer in the field of leadership and organizational development. She resides in Basel, Switzerland.
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Book Recommendations * The Human Edge Advantage: Mastering the Art of Being All In by Lisa Danels * Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life by Jon Kabat-Zinn PhD * The Leader's Role in Employee Engagement with Michael Lee Stallard * Understanding Employee Engagement with Jacqueline Throop-Robinson * A Practical Guide for Building Engagement with Brian Hartzer
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In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry addresses a common misconception in presentation preparation: that building slides equals being prepared. He emphasizes that creating slides is just a small part of the preparation process and explains the essential elements that contribute to a successful presentation.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What are you doing to strengthen your communities or your organizations? Kevin sits down with Lee Benson to discuss the concept of value creation and how leaders can identify their most important number to drive results. Benson introduces the MIND methodology, which stands for Most Important Number and Drivers which helps organizations focus on key metrics that drive significant value. Benson discusses the importance of holistic value creation, encompassing material, emotional, and spiritual aspects, and emphasizes the need for leaders to continuously learn and adapt. He also discusses the role of strategic initiatives and the importance of a culture of accountability in achieving value creation.
Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the episode and the topic of value creation 02:02 - Lee Benson's background and journey in value creation 04:10 - Definition and importance of holistic value creation 05:43 - Explanation of the MIND methodology 08:15 - Identifying the most important number for an organization 10:51 - Designing the most important number for different departments 13:15 - Examples of drivers for most important numbers 17:12 - Role of strategic initiatives in value creation 19:18 - Creating organizational values based on employee behaviors 24:00 - Lee's personal interests and hobbies 26:10 - Recommended reading: "Free Your Mind" by Laura Dodsworth 27:16 - How to learn more about Lee Benson’s work 28:54 - Kevin's closing thoughts and call to action
Resources Mentioned:
- Lee Benson’s Book: Your Most Important Number: Increase Collaboration, Achieve Your Strategy, and Execute to Win
- Free Your Mind: Free Your Mind: The must-read expert guide on how to identify techniques to influence you and how to resist them by Laura Dodsworth, Patrick Fagan
- Execute to Win Website: ETW
- Lee Benson on LinkedIn: Lee Benson LinkedIn
- Execute to Win on LinkedIn: Execute to Win LinkedIn
- Execute to Win on Facebook: ETW Facebook
- Learn more at Remarkable Masterclass
Related Episodes:
- Execution Excellence with Stephen Lynch
- The 4 Disciplines of Execution with Jim Huling
- How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growth with Patrick Thean
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Presenting effectively is a crucial skill for leaders, whether you're speaking to a small team or a large audience. In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry delves into the key elements you need to understand before you present, focusing on how to craft your presentation to achieve your most desired response from the audience.
Key Points:
- Understanding your topic, length, room setup, and audience
- The importance of knowing your most desired response
- Crafting every element of your presentation to drive toward that response
- Measuring the success of your presentation based on audience actions
Timestamps:
- 00:08 - Introduction
- 00:30 - Episode Overview
- 00:35 - Importance of Presentation Series
- 00:56 - Key Questions Before You Present
- 01:17 - The Most Important Thing: Desired Response
- 01:42 - Crafting Your Presentation for the Desired Response
- 02:12 - Benefits of Focusing on Desired Response
- 02:34 - Action Steps and Additional Resources
Additional Resources:
- Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential Newsletter: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
If the world has changed so much, why have we changed so little? Steve Dennis joins Kevin to discuss seven key leadership mind leaps necessary for effective transformation. These include 1. Crush Your Ego, 2. Wake up, 3. Special, Not Big, 4. Start with Wow, 5. Think Radically, 6. Safe is Risky, and 7. Faster, Faster, Go, Go, Go. From personal experiences and industry examples, Steve highlights the need for agility, differentiation, and bold thinking in today's rapidly changing business landscape.
Guest: Name: Steve Dennis
Bio: Steve Dennis is the author of "Remarkable Retail" and his latest book, "Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption." He is a strategic advisor, keynote speaker, and podcast host. Named a top global retail influencer by multiple organizations, Steve’s insights on the future of shopping are regularly shared as a Forbes Senior Contributor, and through CNN, The Wall Street Journal, and Bloomberg. He is President of SageBerry Consulting, advising brands on growth strategies. Formerly, he was the Chief Strategy Officer and SVP of Multichannel Marketing at Neiman Marcus Group. He serves on multiple boards and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA in Economics from Tufts University.
Timestamps:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 02:38 Steve Dennis’ Journey
- 03:18 Career Evolution
- 06:01 The Concept of Leaps
- 09:11 Incremental Change vs. Transformation
- 13:59 First Leap: Crush Your Ego
- 17:27 Second Leap: Wake Up
- 21:02 Third Leap: Special, Not Big
- 24:11 Fourth Leap: Start with Wow
- 27:36 Fifth Leap: Think Radically
- 30:45 Sixth Leap: Safe is Risky
- 33:00 Seventh Leap: Faster, Faster, Go Go Go
- 37:00 Closing Remarks
Quote: "If you're going to transform, you have to change a lot of things."
Resources:
- Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption by Steve Dennis
- Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant
- The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield
- Blue Ocean Strategy, Expanded Edition: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make the Competition Irrelevant by W. Chan Kim, Renée Mauborgne
- Steve Dennis Website
- Steve Dennis LinkedIn
- Steve Dennis Intro
Related Podcasts:
- Leading Through Disruption with Tony Hunter
- The Disruption Mindset with Charlene Li
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Public speaking is a common fear, but it's an essential skill for leaders. Often, we focus too much on ourselves or the topic, leading to anxiety and less effective presentations. Instead, the key to success is focusing on the audience. By understanding what they know, what they need to know, what they care about, and why it matters to them, we can deliver impactful and engaging presentations.
Timestamps:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 00:34 Public Speaking Anxiety
- 00:56 Focusing on Yourself and the Topic
- 02:17 Importance of the Audience
- 02:45 Key Questions to Ask About Your Audience
- 03:36 Benefits of Focusing on the Audience
- 04:15 Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential Newsletter
- 04:31 Remarkable Reminder
Key Points Discussed:
- The common fear of public speaking and its impact.
- The pitfalls of focusing on yourself or the topic.
- The importance of shifting focus to the audience.
- Four essential questions to ask about your audience.
- The benefits of an audience-centric approach in presentations.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, and popular blogger. He is dedicated to helping leaders reach their potential and make a bigger difference for those they lead.
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week, Kevin shares his thoughts on leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, and human potential.
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How can leaders build trust and effectively lead their teams? Dr. Scott De Long joins Kevin to discuss the power of trust in leadership. If you don’t have trust, you don’t have a team. Scott introduces his "circle of trust" methodology to build trust faster and deeper. This includes starting with respect, listening to understand, sharing from experience, and delivering on promises. He also highlights the significance of humility, empathy, and vulnerability in leadership.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:39 Scott De Long's Leadership Journey 03:09 Early Leadership Experiences 04:29 Leadership vs. Management 05:28 Importance of Trust 07:55 The Circle of Trust 09:16 Building Trust in Teams 11:14 Sharing Experiences 13:12 Vulnerability in Leadership 15:02 Team Communication Systems 18:10 Influence Over Positional Power 19:26 Different Types of Power 22:10 Humility in Leadership 24:12 Balancing Confidence and Humility 26:19 The Power of Vulnerability 28:02 Generational Leadership Differences 29:23 The Value of Hard Work 30:25 Fun and Hobbies 31:20 Recommended Reading 32:44 Final Thoughts and Contact Info 34:58 Kevin’s Favorite Two-Word Question 36:01 Conclusion and Farewell
Meet Scott Scott's Story: Dr. Scott De Long is the author of I Thought I Was A Leader…A Journey to Building Trust, Leading Teams & Inspiring Change. He is a serial entrepreneur who has built three previous companies from the ground up. The successful exit from each has positioned him to continue his thirst for knowledge and experience and cultivated a return to the education system where he not only received his doctorate in leadership studies but also taught courses in both communications and entrepreneurship at the university level. He is also the co-host of The CEO Podcast, a biweekly show delving into the most important topics and issues facing today’s business leaders
scott@lead2Goals.com
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Book Recommendations * I Thought I Was A Leader...: A Journey To Building Trust, Leading Teams & Inspiring Change by Scott De Long Ph.D., Sarah Mirando * Thriving on Chaos: Handbook for a Management Revolution by Tom Peters
Like this? * The Excellence Dividend with Tom Peters * The Laws of Trust with Joel Peterson * The Power of Trust with Sandra Suchel * A Guide to Excellence with Tom Peters
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Welcome to another episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast! In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry poses a thought-provoking question: "How personally do I take things?" Join Kevin as he delves into the effects of taking things personally and shares practical strategies to help you handle such situations more effectively. Whether you're a leader or simply looking to improve your communication skills, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice.
Key Points Discussed:
- Reflecting on Personal Reactions: Kevin begins by asking listeners to ponder their own experiences with taking things personally and the impact it has on conversations and relationships.
- The Consequences of Defensiveness: How defensiveness can derail communication and lead to misunderstandings.
- Strategies to Manage Personal Reactions:
- Assume Positive Intent: Start by believing that others have good intentions, even if it’s hard to see.
- Assume Benign Intent: If positive intent is too difficult, consider that their actions may not be about you at all.
- Focus on Your Response: Sometimes it's best to not worry about their intent and concentrate on how you respond.
- Take a Deep Breath: A simple deep breath can help you stay calm and avoid a defensive reaction.
- Remove Yourself Temporarily: When necessary, step away from the situation to cool down and revisit the conversation later.
- Ask Clarifying Questions: Stay curious and ask questions to understand the other person's perspective better.
- Focus on Learning: Shift your focus to what you can learn from the feedback, even if you don’t agree with it.
- Final Thoughts: Kevin emphasizes that while these strategies can be challenging, they are ultimately helpful in improving communication and relationships.
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Remarkable Reminder: Defensiveness doesn’t help communication, trust, or relationships. Be careful not to assume everything is a personal slight.
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In this episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry shares three crucial questions every leader should ask before delegating a task. Understanding these questions will help ensure that your delegation efforts are effective and beneficial for both you and your team. This episode is the third part of our series on delegation, focusing on the practical steps to make delegation a powerful tool for leadership and team development.
Key Takeaways:
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Why Am I Delegating?
- Understand your reasons for delegating beyond just offloading work.
- Focus on how delegation can benefit the team member and contribute to their growth.
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What Am I Delegating?
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Be clear about the specific task or outcome you are delegating.
- Set clear expectations and focus on the desired outcome rather than the process.
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Who Will I Delegate To?
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Choose the right person for the task based on their strengths, interests, and availability.
- Consider who will benefit most from the task and contribute effectively to the team.
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How do we find our true selves among the distractions of a noisy world? Joshua Berry shares with Kevin that being naive can help us reconnect with our innate qualities and authenticity. He explains how naivety can serve as a shield or a source of strength, allowing us to foster optimism and genuine innovation in our personal and professional lives. Kevin and Joshua also explore the tensions between being pragmatic and naive, highlighting how these qualities are not mutually exclusive but rather complementary. Joshua also introduces four questions that can help individuals examine their beliefs and make intentional choices - Where did you learn that belief? Is that belief absolutely true? What do you gain by holding that belief? What do you lose by holding that belief?
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:18 Guest Introduction: Joshua Berry 03:16 Joshua's Journey 05:02 Definition of Naive 08:03 Pragmatic vs. Naive 10:17 Importance of True Self 18:19 Four Questions on Beliefs 20:04 Impact of Beliefs on Leadership 24:35 Adapting Beliefs 30:00 Joshua's Reading Interests 33:21 Closing Remarks
Meet Joshua Joshua's Story: Joshua Berry is the author of Dare to Be Naive: How to Find Your True Self in a Noisy World. He is a world-class facilitator of change. As an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and director of Econic, Joshua has spent the last two decades evolving the what, who, and why of Fortune 500 companies and venture-backed startups. Along with his team, Joshua has sparked change in organizations like US Bank, John Deere, Procter & Gamble, Nelnet, Ameritas, Omaha Public Power District, Farm Credit Services of America, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska, among others.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshberrygphr
http://econic.co/
http://joshuaberry.com/
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Book Recommendations * Dare to Be Naive: How to Find Your True Self in a Noisy World by Joshua Berry * Humankind: A Hopeful History by Rutger Bregman * Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia MD * by John O'Donohue
Like this? * Wisdom@Work with Chip Conley * The Biases That Keep You From Leading at Your Best with Lisa Tromba
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In this episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry dives into the challenges of delegation. Delegation is a crucial skill for leaders, yet many find it difficult. Kevin explores the three main reasons why delegation is hard and offers insights on how to overcome these obstacles.
Key Topics:
- Introduction to Delegation
- Reason 1: Lack of Time
- Reason 2: Lack of Trust
- Reason 3: Lack of Resolve
- Importance of Persistence in Delegation
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Are your leadership decisions as rational and unbiased as you think? Lisa Tromba tells us there are 3 truths to psychological bias; they are a human condition, they represent our mental lens, and they cannot be eliminated so we need to learn to manage them. She joins Kevin to discuss the importance of being aware of biases as leaders and how to navigate them effectively. Lisa also shares her insights on the eight prominent biases she has identified through her work with executives, including egocentric, curse of knowledge, control, conformity, optimism, belief, and intuition bias. She emphasizes the need for self-awareness and offers strategies for managing biases to become more rational leaders. Lisa’s magic question to us is “Who am I practicing becoming?”
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:17 Lisa's Career and Background 02:33 Introduction to Lisa's Book "Mind Knots" 03:51 Importance of Recognizing Biases in Leadership 05:16 Concept of Egocentric Bias 06:20 Impact of Knowledge and Control Biases 10:02 Illusion of Control Bias in Leadership 11:27 Tools for Building Self-Awareness 14:12 Strategies for Managing Biases 23:40 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
Meet Lisa Lisa's Story: Lisa Tromba is the author of Mind Knots: Understanding the Cognitive and Emotional Biases That Prevent Rational Leadership. She is the Founder of Lisa Tromba Associates, an executive search and leadership solutions firm (formerly Luisi Tromba Advisors of which she was Co-Founder and Managing Partner). In addition, Lisa leads Leadership Intelligence Services, LLC, which she founded in 2010 to support her clients and business with executive assessment capabilities. Lisa publishes LeaderEdge, an email newsletter that explores timeless ideas and insights inspired by prominent thought leaders, as well as her work helping her leadership community to sharpen their leadership edge. She holds a master’s degree in communications from Fairfield University and she is credentialed in multiple leadership assessment tools and approaches.
Book Recommendations * Mind Knots: Understanding the Cognitive and Emotional Biases That Prevent Rational Leadership by Lisa Tromba * Neuro-Habits: Rewire Your Brain to Stop Self-Defeating Behaviors and Make the Right Choice Every Time by Peter Hollins
Like this? * Rethinking Success with Douglas Holladay * Beyond the Bias with Andrea Kramer and Alton Harris
Join Kevin Eikenberry as he delves into the crucial leadership skill of delegation in the first episode of a three-part series. Discover why delegation is not just a task but an imperative for effective leadership. In this episode, Kevin discusses five compelling reasons why leaders must delegate, emphasizing how it impacts both personal effectiveness and team growth. Don't miss this insightful exploration—perfect for leaders looking to enhance their skills and avoid common pitfalls like burnout and reduced team trust.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
The only constant is change. Ashley Goodall says that life in a blender doesn’t help anyone. Goodall joins Kevin to discuss the paradox of change in organizations, where leaders promote constant disruption and change while employees struggle to cope with the uncertainty and stress it creates. Goodall emphasizes the role of teams in providing certainty, social glue, and meaningful work for individuals. He also highlights the difference between uncertainty and fear, and the need for credible safety signals in organizations.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 03:06 Why Write About Change? 04:01 Life in the Blender 06:08 Leaders and Unintentional Change 09:01 Mistakes of New Leaders 10:21 Stability for Team Performance 12:11 Front-Line Improvement 13:21 The Myth of Disruption 16:08 The Problem with Uncertainty 25:12 Value of Teams 32:15 Conclusion
Book Recommendations * The Problem with Change: The Essential Nature of Human Performance by Ashley Goodall *
Are you struggling to get others on board with new ideas or changes? Do you often hear, "We've always done it that way"? In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry shares strategies for responding to this common phrase and overcoming resistance to change. Join Kevin as he discusses how to address this mindset with patience and curiosity to foster growth and innovation.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How is leadership evolving? Alison Taylor suggests the traditional approach of focusing on shareholder value and legal compliance is no longer sufficient in today's world. Kevin sits down with Alison and they discuss the evolving role of business ethics and the challenges leaders face in today's complex world. She emphasizes the importance of thinking holistically, aligning internal departments, and creating a culture of accountability. She also highlights the changing nature of leadership and the need for leaders to prioritize diversity, psychological safety, and social skills.
Meet Alison Alison's Story: Alison Taylor is the author of Higher Ground: How Business Can Do the Right Thing in a Turbulent World. She is a clinical associate professor at NYU Stern School of Business and the executive director at Ethical Systems. Her previous work experience includes being a Managing Director at nonprofit business network BSR and a Senior Managing Director at Control Risks. She holds advisory roles at VentureESG, sustainability nonprofit BSR, Pictet Group, and Zai Lab and is a member of the World Economic Forum Global Future Council on Good Governance. She has expertise in strategy; sustainability; political and social risk; culture and behavior; human rights; ethics and compliance; stakeholder engagement; anti-corruption; and professional responsibility. Alison received her Bachelor of Arts in Modern History from Balliol College, Oxford University, her MA in International Relations from the University of Chicago, and an MA in Organizational Psychology from Columbia University. She grew up in London, but now divides her time between Manhattan and Woodstock, NY.
https://www.ethicalsystems.org/alison-taylor/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/followalisont/
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Book Recommendations * Higher Ground: How Business Can Do the Right Thing in a Turbulent World by Alison Taylor * Humankind: A Hopeful History by Rutger Bregman * The Transparency Society by Byung-Chul Han
Like this? * Building and Sustaining a Culture of Excellence with Kyle McDowell * How to Set Direction, Create Avantage and Achieve Excellence with Rich Horwath
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Kevin Eikenberry tackles a universal challenge—finding better solutions to your problems. Drawing from unique perspectives and creative thinking strategies, Kevin shares six ways to enhance your problem-solving skills. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this episode will equip you with the tools to think outside the box and discover new solutions. Don't forget to subscribe to stay updated on our latest episodes!
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Imagine being in a state of shock—your body functions, but you feel powerless. Pete Steinberg draws a parallel between this experience and the sensation leaders face when transitioning to new roles or levels within their organizations. Despite the appearance of normalcy, you find yourself navigating uncharted waters, with meetings happening and teams moving, yet a lack of control prevails. Pete offers insights on how to navigate these changes with intentionality and self-awareness. He discusses the authentic leadership model, highlighting the importance of purpose, role expectations, vision, priorities, beliefs, and principles. He also shares why aligning priorities with purpose and vision is crucial for effective leadership.
Meet Pete Pete's Story: Pete Steinberg is the author of Leadership Shock: Using Authenticity to Navigate the Hidden Dangers of Career Success. He is a leadership and innovation expert with extensive experience consulting with top Fortune 500 professionals. He also has more than 20 years of experience as an elite rugby coach, coaching the USA Women’s Rugby Team at two World Cups and the Rio Olympics. As a former U.S., international, and Olympic sports coach and commentator for major outlets such as CBS, ESPN, and Fox Sports, Pete has a track record of bringing teams to victory. He has won 11 National Championships with the Penn State Women, MARFU Men, and Temple Women rugby teams. Pete was the Head of Coach Development for USA Rugby, leading the program as it became integrated into the World Rugby programs. Pete is also the President of Innovative Thought, a business consultancy focused on leadership and organizational development. He holds affiliated faculty positions with the Tepper Business School at Carnegie Mellon University and the Smeal College of Business at Penn State.
https://www.petesteinberg.com/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pete_Steinberg
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-steinberg/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070364743951
Book Recommendations * Leadership Shock: Using Authenticity to Navigate the Hidden Dangers of Career Success by Pete Steinberg * Science Fictioned - Volume 1 by Lee J Falin * Legacy: What The All Blacks Can Teach Us About The Business Of Life by James Kerr * Slow Horses by Mick Herron
Like this? * A Guide for New Leaders with Bill Gentry * What Makes Teams Great with Sam Walker * Winning! with Gary Brackett
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In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership podcast, Kevin Eikenberry explores a simple but powerful question that can enhance your communication skills, improve your relationships, and help you become a more effective leader. Discover the impact of asking yourself "Why am I talking?" (WAIT) and how it can transform your interactions.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Explore the powerful impact of hope in leadership and personal development. Learn how blending hope with strategic planning, effort, and preparation can significantly boost your confidence, attitude, resilience, and belief, setting you up for great success.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Is it better to prioritize making tasks quick and easy, or should you consider making them slower and more difficult? Bob Sutton suggests smart leaders can make the right things easier and the wrong things harder. Sutton joins Kevin to discuss the challenges faced by organizations as they grow, emphasizing the importance of recognizing both good and bad friction within teams and processes. He highlights the need to balance speed and thoroughness in decision-making, using examples like Google's hiring process evolution and the impact of inefficient workflows on employee morale and productivity. He also touches on leadership approaches like "management walking out of the room" to foster collaboration and decision-making and common traps organizations fall into, such as "addition sickness," where the default solution to problems is adding complexity instead of subtracting unnecessary elements.
Meet Robert Robert's Story: Robert I. Sutton is the co-author of The Friction Project How Smart Leaders Make the Right Things Easier and the Wrong Things Harder with Huggy Rao. He is an organizational psychologist and professor of Management Science and Engineering in the Stanford Engineering School. He has given keynote speeches to more than 200 groups in 20 countries and served on numerous scholarly editorial boards. Sutton’s work has been featured in the New York Times, BusinessWeek, The Atlantic, Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, Vanity Fair, and Washington Post. He is a frequent guest on various television and radio programs, and has written seven books and two edited volumes, including the bestsellers The No Asshole Rule; Good Boss, Bad Boss; and Scaling Up Excellence.
https://www.bobsutton.net/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobsutton1/
This Episode is brought to you by... The Long-Distance Team. Remote leadership experts, Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel, help leaders navigate the new world of remote and hybrid teams to design the culture they desire for their teams and organizations in their new book!
Book Recommendations * The Friction Project: How Smart Leaders Make the Right Things Easier and the Wrong Things Harder by Bob Sutton and Huggy Rao * Hack Your Bureaucracy: Get Things Done No Matter What Your Role on Any Team Paperback by Marina Nitze and Nick Sinai
Like this? * The System is the Secret with Jim Butler * How to Stop Complacency and Improve Performance with Len Herstein * Hack Your Bureaucracy with Nick Sinai
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Traditional MBA programs boast valuable curricula, accreditation, and networking - but at what cost? Kevin is joined by Nathan Kracklauer, the co-creator of the disruptive 12-week MBA program. They discuss the promises and pitfalls of conventional MBA degrees. Nathan provides an insider's perspective on the core skills every modern leader needs to cultivate - a blend of the numbers and the people. Further, he shares the often-overlooked key to effective decision-making: alignment trumps agreement.
Meet Nathan Nathan's Story: Nathan Kracklauer is the co-author of The 12-Week MBA: Learn the Skills You Need to Lead in Business Today with Bjorn Billhardt. He leads Abilitie’s research and development efforts as Chief Research Officer. He joined Billhardt’s first start-up company, Enspire Learning, in 2002 and was the principal author of courses for organizations such as Harvard Business School and the World Bank. Nathan has facilitated leadership seminars at major global corporations and at executive education programs at IMD Business School, London Business School, and the MIT Sloan School of Management. Nathan holds a BA in Liberal Arts Honors and a BS in Mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin, and an MA in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität in Munich. Born in Falls Church, VA, Nathan now lives in Karlsruhe, Germany, with his wife and two daughters.
https://www.abilitie.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-kracklauer-8658393/?originalSubdomain=de
This Episode is brought to you by... The Long-Distance Team. Remote leadership experts, Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel, help leaders navigate the new world of remote and hybrid teams to design the culture they desire for their teams and organizations in their new book!
Book Recommendations * The 12-Week MBA co-authored by Nathan Kracklauer and Bjorn Billhard * Owning the Earth: The Transforming History of Land Ownership by Andro Linklater
Like this? * Skills Leaders Need with Dave Kerpen * Wine, Rock 'n' Roll, and Leadership with Maynard Keenan * The Making of a Manager with Julie Zhuo * Management Mess to Leadership Success with Scott Jeffrey Miller
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Kevin Eikenberry explores the idea that it's perfectly okay to be a little foolish sometimes. Timed around April Fool's Day, Kevin delves into why being foolish, in the sense of being absurd or ridiculous, can be beneficial for creativity, learning, and making memorable experiences. He encourages us to step out of our norms and embrace a bit of foolishness in our lives. Tune in to discover how embracing your foolish side can lead to growth and joy!
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
We’ve heard emotional intelligence is important for relationships. What about spiritual intelligence? Yosi Amram explains that spiritual intelligence isn't about religious beliefs but the embodiment of virtues like purpose, gratitude, joy, and integrity, which lead to a more fulfilling life. Spiritual intelligence involves embodying timeless virtues like purpose, service, gratitude, integrity, and intuition. Yosi also discusses the 7 dimensions that make up spiritual intelligence. These include meaning, grace, inner-directed, community, presence, truth, and wisdom. Spiritual intelligence isn't just about personal growth but also enables leaders to create more cohesive teams, authentic interactions, and a deep sense of purpose. Research shows humble, listening leaders are the most effective because they take a holistic perspective by integrating input from all stakeholders.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:06 Dr. Amram's Background in Spiritual Intelligence 07:05 Spiritual Awakening and its Impact 12:13 Differences Between Managers and Leaders 17:33 Discussion of Each Dimension of Spiritual Intelligence 30:07 Leadership in Remote Teams
Yosi's Story: Dr. Yosi Amram, Ph.D., is the author of Spiritually Intelligent Leadership: How to Inspire by Being Inspired. He is a distinguished psychologist, an executive coach catering to CEOs, entrepreneurs, and other influential leaders, and a pioneer researcher in the field of spiritual intelligence. Holding an MBA from Harvard University and a Ph.D. from Sofia University in Clinical Transpersonal Psychology, Dr. Amram is committed to enabling individuals to unlock their potential through spiritual intelligence, which is a profound connection to the core of one’s existence – their spirit, where inspiration and their deepest interconnectedness reside – that enriches their overall functioning, improves their effectiveness, and enhances their wellbeing. Dr. Amram has worked with more than 100 CEOs, serving as a trusted advisor and mentor for these leaders who work for a broad spectrum of businesses. Additionally, Dr. Amram serves as a psychologist, working with individuals, couples, and groups.
https://yosiamram.net/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yosiamram/
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Book Recommendations * Spiritually Intelligent Leadership: How to Inspire by Being Inspired by Dr. Yosi Amram
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In this episode, I'm introducing an intriguing concept: mentoring yourself. Discover why you should be your own mentor, alongside having others, and learn practical ways to apply this strategy for personal and professional growth.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Help me help you. Jeremie Kubicek shares that if we want better relationships, we need to be better communicators. Kevin talks to Jeremie about how using simple “code words” can transform communication expectations and build trust in relationships, both personally and professionally. They explore the five code words, celebrate, care, clarify, collaborate, and critique. Jeremy explains how these words can help set clear conversation expectations that lead to more effective communication and stronger relationships. He emphasizes that this shared vocabulary builds alignment, avoids drama loops, and unlocks trust.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:49 Jeremie Kubicek: Communicator, Entrepreneur, Author 03:53 Unveiling 'The Communication Code' 08:00 Exploring Relational Trust 09:45 Dynamics of Critique and Care in Relationships 12:15 The Role of Expectations in Communication 15:07 Leadership and Communication Dynamics 16:50 Decoding the Five Communication Code Words 23:11 Applying the Code in Personal and Professional Relationships 32:16 Closing
Meet Jeremie Jeremie's Story: Jeremie Kubicek is the author of The 100X Leader, 5 Voices, 5 Gears, the National Bestseller, Making Your Leadership Come Alive, The Peace Index, and his latest book, The Communication Code, co-authored with his business partner Steve Cockram. He is a powerful communicator, serial entrepreneur, and content builder. Jeremie is the Co-Founder of GiANT, a company that certifies coaches and consultants that serve companies and their employees. Jeremie has started over 25 companies while living in Oklahoma City, Moscow, Atlanta, and London.
https://www.giantworldwide.com/ https://www.jeremiekubicek.com/
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Book Recommendations * The Communication Code: Unlock Every Relationship, One Conversation at a Time 1st Edition by Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram * A More Excellent Way, Be in Health: Spiritual Roots of Disease, Pathways to Wholeness by Henry W. Wright
Like this? * Communicate Like a Leader with Dianna Booher * How to Communicate Effectively with Anyone, Anywhere with Raúl Sánchez and Dan Bullock * Using Communication Tools to Transform Work Relationships with Katie McCleary
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Is napping at work acceptable? Discover the potential benefits of napping in a work setting, from enhancing productivity to gaining clarity and focus. Kevin discusses the cultural aspects, ideal nap durations, and how famous figures like Edison and Einstein used napping to their advantage. Whether you're in an office or working from home, this video offers insights and practical tips on napping at work.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
There was the industrial age, the digital age, and now the “people age”. Ilay Bonic says the “people age” is characterized by the recognition that work cannot be done without people, and organizations must prioritize their workforce to succeed. The pandemic accelerated workforce trends and Kevin and Ilya explore topics such as the importance of empathy in leadership, the role of HR in the “people age”, and the amplification of intelligence through AI. Ilya shares stories and insights that highlight the need for organizations to adapt and embrace new ways of working to stay competitive in the evolving business landscape.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:37 Guest Introduction: Ilya Bonic 06:01 Talent Retention Challenges 09:21 The 'People Age' Concept 15:00 Importance of Work-Life Balance 18:24 Empathy in Leadership 22:35 Skills as Work Currency 26:39 AI in Workforce Development 31:42 Personal Insights from Ilya Bonic 35:46 Closing Remarks
Meet Ilya Ilya's Story: Ilya Bonicis the co-author of Work Different: 10 Truths for Winning in the People Age with Kate Bravery and Kai Anderson. He is an Aussie native who’s based in New York. As Mercer’s Head of Strategy, he worked with the leadership team to secure Mercer’s business continuity response to the pandemic. He is similarly focused on Mercer’s business evolution as we adopt various generative AI tools to augment our own workforce, enhance our business competitiveness and continue to make an ever-increasing positive impact for clients.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilyabonic/
https://www.mercer.com/
Book Recommendations * Work Different: 10 Truths for Winning in the People Age by Kate Bravery, Ilya Bonic, Kai Anderson * I, Human: AI, Automation, and the Quest to Reclaim What Makes Us Unique by Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic * I, Robot [Paperback] [Jan 01, 2018] ISAAC ASIMOV by ISAAC ASIMOV
Like this? * How to Navigate the Future with Margaret Heffernan * How the Future Works with Brian Elliott * Working Where People Can Succeed with Melissa Swift
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Kevin Eikenberry explores the question, "What's more powerful than AI (Artificial Intelligence)?" He delves into the unique strengths of human qualities like love, hope, faith, grace, trust, and the importance of interpersonal associations in our daily lives. Join Kevin as he shares insights on how these human elements play a crucial role in leadership and personal development.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Blind spots—easy to see in others, but how do we recognize our own? Marisa Murray joins Kevin to explore strategies for uncovering and addressing blind spots. Murray outlines seven types of blind spots and shares examples. These include false assumptions, unhealthy detachment, differing views of success, outdated core beliefs, unconscious habits, triggers from past pain, and mismatched mindsets. She highlights the importance of recognizing how others perceive our actions versus our intentions. Murray suggests we move from feedback to impact statements to address blind spots.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:19 Marisa Murray's Latest Book on Leadership 06:50 The Concept of Blind Spots in Leadership and Life 08:22 Misinterpretation of Intentions and Impact 11:23 Types of Blind Spots: False Assumptions 13:04 Types of Blind Spots: Unhealthy Detachment 14:16 Types of Blind Spots: Different Views of Success 14:55 Types of Blind Spots: Outdated Core Beliefs 16:27 Types of Blind Spots: Unconscious Habits 17:16 Types of Blind Spots: Triggers from Past Pain 24:04 Gathering Feedback and Insights from Others 29:13 Small Changes for Big Impacts
Meet Marisa Marisa's Story: Marisa Murray P. Eng., MBA, PCC is the author of three Amazon Best Selling leadership development books: Work Smart: Your Formula for Unprecedented Professional Success, Iterate! How Turbulent Times Are Changing Leadership and How to Pivot, and her latest, Blind Spots: How Great Leaders Uncover Problems and Unlock Performance. She is also the co-author of the USA Today Bestseller: The Younger Self Letters: How Successful Leaders & Entrepreneurs Turned Trials Into Triumph (And How to Use Them to Your Advantage). Marisa is a leadership development expert and the CEO of Leaderley International, an organization dedicated to helping executives become better leaders in today’s rapidly changing, highly complex world. Marisa leverages her over two decades of executive experience as a former Partner with Accenture and VP at Bell Canada in providing executive coaching, and leadership development services for organizations including Molson-Coors, Pratt & Whitney, and Queen’s University.
http://www.leaderley.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/murraymarisa/
Book Recommendations * Blind Spots: How Great Leaders Uncover Problems and Unleash Performance by Marisa Murray * Senior Leadership Teams: What It Takes to Make Them Great by Ruth Wageman, Debra A. Nunes, James A. Burruss, J. Richard Hackman * The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable, by Patrick Lencioni
Kevin Eikenberry dives into the art of recognizing and seizing opportunities. He provides insightful strategies to help viewers and listeners transform their perspective and start seeing opportunities everywhere, big or small.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
What approach leads to greater creativity in leadership teams? Chris Deaver and Ian Clawson argue that co-creation is the solution for turbulent times, leading through empowerment. They share six principles that enable co-creation: Lead with a Question (Wisdom), Turn Pain into Power (Passion), Make Others the Mission (Compassion), Define the Situation (Action), Create Context (Purpose), and Follow True North (Alignment). Chris and Ian also touch on the individual journey towards embracing co-creation and share real-world examples of the principles.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 03:47 Co-creation in Book Writing 05:08 Concept of 'Brave' in Leadership 06:57 Co-creation in the Workplace 10:34 Implementing Co-creation in Meetings 13:28 Six Principles of Co-creation 18:33 Alignment and Action in Co-creation 22:59 Role of Ego in Leadership and Co-creation 26:11 Creativity in Business and Leadership
Meet Chris & Ian Chris Deaver and Ian Clawson are the co-authors of Brave Together – Lead by Design, Spark Creativity, and Shape the Future with the Power of Co-Creation. They are the co-founders of BraveCore, and co-hosts of the Lead with a Question podcast.
Chris' Story: Chris has coached C Level Executives & influenced Fortune 500s from the inside out. He has had the dream career at Apple and Disney, working with inspiring teams that shaped iProducts and Star Wars experiences. He’s a regular contributor to Fast Company, featured in The Wall Street Journal & Entrepreneur. He’s developed landmark studies of the most innovative teams, partnering with Stanford and Harvard professors. Chris continues to advise startups and coach leaders contributing to 10x growth. He earned his MBA and is also continues to be a guest lecturer at the Marriott School at BYU.
Ian's Story: Ian Clawson helps leaders build cultures people love. He is a regular contributor to Fast Company who's had work featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, INC, USA Today, Influencive, & Disrupt Magazine. Over the past decade Ian has led culture transformation initiatives in the healthcare industry. Overseeing a multi-million-dollar skilled nursing facility operation in Silicon Valley, CA. He is also co-founder of StoryCircle, a development studio focused on co-creation, world building & original storytelling acting as a lead writer and story architect. Ian earned a degree at BYU-Hawaii in International Cultural Studies where he developed a high interest in World Philosophy and Communication Theory.
http://www.bravecore.co/
Book Recommendations * Brave Together: Lead by Design, Spark Creativity, and Shape the Future with the Power of Co-Creation by Chris Deaver and Ian Clawson * Range by David Epstein
Like this? * Creating Dream Teams with Mike Zani * Nurturing a Team That Flourishes with Dan Pontefract
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Do you prefer offense or defense? This isn't about sports; it's about how you approach life and work. Are you more inclined towards playing it safe, or do you thrive on taking proactive steps for growth? Join me as we explore the balance between safety and growth, and how both offensive and defensive strategies play crucial roles in our success and potential.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How can leaders wire their organizations to win? Gene Kim explains that work consists of three layers - the objects we work on, the tools we use, and the social connections between people. Successful leaders focus on this third "social circuitry" layer to integrate functions, remove barriers, create independence between teams, amplify weak signals of failure, and practice "slowification" - strategically slowing down to speed up long-term results. He also introduces two other principles - "simplification" and "amplification." Simplification involves breaking down complex problems into manageable parts, while amplification focuses on creating a management system that ensures even the weakest signals of failure are detected and addressed early.
Meet Gene Gene's Story: Gene Kim is the co-author of several influential books, including The Unicorn Project, The Phoenix Project, and The DevOps Handbook. His latest book is Wiring the Winning Organization. Gene was the founder and CTO of Tripwire, Inc for 13 years, an enterprise security software company. In 2014, he launched DevOps Enterprise Summit, an annual event that has attracted over 10,000 technology leaders to date. He has spoken at over 100 companies and conferences, including Apple, Target, IBM, Nike, Principal Financial, lululemon, and Microsoft. His books have sold over 1 million copies. https://itrevolution.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realgenekim/ Book Recommendations * Wiring the Winning Organization: Liberating Our Collective Greatness through Slowification, Simplification, and Amplification by Gene Kim and Steven J. Spear * Examining the shareholder wealth effects of announcements of newly created CIO positions by Dr. Vernon J Richardson
Like this? * Creating Dream Teams with Mike Zani * Nurturing a Team That Flourishes with Dan Pontefract * The Science of High Performance Teams with Dr. David Burkus
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Kevin discusses critical aspect of self-improvement and leadership: recognizing and addressing our blind spots. Just like a car in your rearview mirror, these blind spots can impact our effectiveness without us even realizing. He shares three practical strategies to identify and overcome these unseen obstacles, enhancing your leadership and personal growth. Join as we explore ways to uncover what we might be missing and how to act on these insights for better results in all areas of life.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Kevin explores a unique perspective on love at work. It's not about romantic love, but about passion, caring, and finding meaning in our work. Discover how these elements of love can enhance focus, persistence, energy, and motivation, leading to better results and a more fulfilling work experience.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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You have probably heard of the “command and control” style of leadership. Stephen M.R. Covey joins Kevin to discuss the alternative – “trust and inspire”. Stephen says we underestimate the importance of trust by at least a factor of 10 if not 100 and highlights the high cost of low trust. Covey outlines five mindset shifts that form a more accurate and complete leadership paradigm (people have greatness in them, people are whole people, there is enough for everyone, leadership is stewardship, and influence is created from the inside out). He also touches on the evolving nature of work and the multitude of choices available to individuals.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:35 Covey's Journey and Focus on Trust 08:08 Command and Control vs. Trust and Inspire 12:34 Five Fundamental Beliefs of Leadership 17:53 Shifting Leadership Paradigms 24:41 Personal Anecdotes and Application of Principles 29:44 Closing
Meet Stephen Stephen's Story: Stephen M. R. Covey is The New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Speed of Trust, which has been translated into 26 languages and sold over 2 million copies worldwide and the newly released bestseller, Trust & Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others, which was named as the #1 Leadership Book of 2022 by the Outstanding Works of Literature Awards. Stephen brings to his writings the perspective of a practitioner, as he is the former President & CEO of the Covey Leadership Center, where he increased shareholder value by 67 times and grew the company to become the largest leadership development firm in the world. A Harvard MBA, Stephen co-founded and currently leads FranklinCovey’s Global Speed of Trust Practice. He serves on numerous boards, including the Government Leadership Advisory Council, and he’s been recognized with the lifetime Achievement Award for “Top Thought Leaders in Trust” from Trust Across America-Trust Around the World.
https://twitter.com/stephenmrcovey
https://trustandinspire.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-m-r-covey-6400191a5/
https://www.facebook.com/Stephen-MR-Covey-827918893937580/
Book Recommendations * The Speed of Trust by Stephen M.R. Covey * Trust and Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others by Stephen M.R. Covey * The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Dr. Stephen R. Covey * Unleashed by Frances Frei and Anne Morriss * Move Fast and Fix Things by Frances Frei and Anne Morriss
Like this? * The 7 Habits Still Matter with Sean Covey * Unleashing Empowerment Leadership wth Frances Frei
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How can we balance our technical expertise with emotional intelligence and empathy to lead with impact? Dr. Kirstin Ferguson joins Kevin to discuss the evolving nature of leadership. Leadership with the head involves four key attributes – curiosity, wisdom, perspective, and capability. Leading with the head is tangible, it is the things we are good at, and it is what we have been rewarded for. While these attributes are necessary, we also need to lead with the heart. Dr. Ferguson shares heart-based attributes, which include humility, self-awareness, courage, and empathy. Combining both our head and our heart makes us better leaders and sets our team up for success. She also shares insights into leading in a remote/hybrid workplace.
Listen For 00:08 Kevin Eikenberry on the evolving nature of leadership. 02:31 Discussion on Kirstin Ferguson's book about modern leadership. 03:41 Kirstin Ferguson's career journey and leadership experiences. 05:39 Evolution and concept of modern leadership. 07:01 Challenges in adapting to modern leadership expectations. 09:09 Leading with the head: curiosity, wisdom, perspective, capability. 14:34 Heart-based attributes of leadership: humility, self-awareness, courage, empathy. 18:36 Evaluation of modern leaders in contemporary settings. 23:25 Role of wisdom in leadership in the information age. 26:45 Challenges and strategies of remote leadership.
Meet Kirstin Kirstin's Story: http://www.headheartleader.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstinferguson/
Kevin explores the idea that you hold the key to your own success and opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of quality and quantity in our thoughts, linking them directly to our achievements and goals. *** Your Remarkable Day: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters
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What if the key to unlocking your leadership potential lies in 12 data-driven habits? It’s William Vanderbloemen’s job to find the “unicorn” or that special candidate who will make a big impact on a team and organization. Through research from 30,000 face-to-face interviews, he identified 12 habits unicorns have in common. William joins Kevin to discuss the importance of habits in leadership and reminds us that these are teachable, learnable, and coachable. He highlights the role of self-awareness, responsiveness, and anticipation in becoming a successful leader. William also provides practical tips for hiring managers on identifying and attracting top talent.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction to Leadership Habits 03:20 The Role of Faith in Leadership 07:45 Discussing the Book 'Culture Wins' 11:30 Importance of Transparency in Teams 15:50 Challenges in Remote Work Leadership 20:10 Building a Strong Company Culture Remotely 24:35 Effective Communication in Remote Teams 28:50 Future Trends in Remote Work 33:15 Closing Remarks and Takeaways
Meet William William's Story: William Vanderbloemen is the author of Be the Unicorn: 12 data-driven habits that Separate The Best Leaders From the Rest. He has been leading the Vanderbloemen Search Group for 15 years, where they are regularly retained to identify the best talent for teams, manage succession planning, and consult on all issues regarding teams. This year, Vanderbloemen will complete their 3,000th executive search. Prior to founding Vanderbloemen Search Group, William studied executive search under a mentor with 25+ years of executive search at the highest level. His learning taught him the very best corporate practices, including the search strategies used by the internationally known firm Russell Reynolds. Prior to that, William served as a Senior Pastor at one of the largest Presbyterian Churches in the United States.
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https://www.vanderbloemen.com/
https://twitter.com/VanderbloemenSG
https://www.instagram.com/vanderbloemen/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/vanderbloemen-search-group
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Book Recommendations * Be the Unicorn: 12 Data-Driven Habits that Separate the Best Leaders from the Rest by William Vanderbloemen * Einstein: His Life and Universe by Walter Isaacson
Like this? * The Leader Habit with Martin Lanik * The Mindsets and Habitsets of Leadership with Darrin Gray
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Kevin focuses on 'building new inertia,' offering practical advice on maintaining momentum in life and work. He simplifies the concept of inertia and presents five effective strategies to create and sustain positive change. Whether you're struggling with procrastination or seeking ways to maintain your drive, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Your Remarkable Day: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters
00:00 Introduction to Building New Inertia 00:24 Recap of the Series on Starting 00:45 Defining Inertia in Everyday Life 01:14 The Reality and Power of Inertia 01:45 Illustrating New Inertia with Examples 02:09 How New Inertia Affects Us 02:28 The First Step to Building New Inertia 02:47 Five Ways to Build New Inertia 03:12 Knowing the 'Why' in Building Inertia 03:34 The Role of Fun and Enjoyment 03:58 Making Progress a Game 04:30 Establishing New Routines 05:02 Overcoming Setbacks 05:28 The Importance of Restarting 05:55 Maintaining New Inertia 06:22 Closing Thoughts and Invitation
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Psychological safety is the foundation for effective leadership and team collaboration. Skip Bowman shares with Kevin the concept of "safe to great," which is based on creating psychological safety to enable individuals and teams to move from the comfort zone to the learning zone and ultimately to the growth zone. Skip emphasizes the importance of overcoming the instinct to control and the bias towards charismatic, dominant leadership, highlighting the need for leaders with humility and determination. He also addresses the challenges of virtual leadership and the need for effective communication and trust-building in remote teams.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction to the topic of the psychology of leadership, including concepts like psychological safety and growth mindset. 00:41 Announcement about future episodes and interaction opportunities on social channels. 01:25 Introduction of the episode's sponsor and the guest, Skip Bowman. 02:10 Brief biography of Skip Bowman, covering his background and expertise. 02:42 Official welcoming of Skip Bowman to the show. 03:17 Discussion about Skip Bowman's journey and the idea behind his book "Safe to Great." 04:04 Skip Bowman shares his early experiences as a diving instructor and how it influenced his understanding of leadership. 06:05 Exploration of the emotional connection in leadership and its importance. 07:15 Discussion on the concept of psychological safety in leadership. 11:32 Dive into the 'bright side' and 'dark side' of leadership as discussed in Bowman's book. 13:28 Examination of why leaders lean towards control and its evolutionary background. 16:25 Discussion on the growth mindset principle and its counterintuitive nature. 19:37 Exploration of the alternative to control-oriented leadership: the commitment method. 22:53 Insights on where leaders should start in shifting their mindset. 26:14 Discussion on the challenges of leadership in a post-COVID, remote work environment. 29:05 Personal insights from Skip Bowman on his hobbies and interests. 30:43 Book recommendations and further reading. 31:39 Information on where to find more about Skip Bowman's work. 33:21 Final thoughts and the closing of the podcast.
Meet Skip Bowman Skip's Story: Skip Bowman is the author of Safe to Great: The New Psychology of Leadership, a consultant and keynote speaker focusing on how to transform organizations to the green economy with a growth mindset and psychological safety. Australian-born and Europe-based, he has worked with global organizations for over 25 years developing unique programs and approaches that are captured in his recently released Safe2Great concept. “People first” is Skip’s mantra for success in business, leadership, and change. Only when people feel valued and respected can you fully realize the potential of a purpose-based organization. He uses two working languages (Danish & English). He grew up in Perth, Australia, and has spent most of the last 25 years working in Switzerland, England, France, and Denmark. After studying Finance in Australia, he attained his M.A. in Psychology and Languages in Copenhagen. Skip has a Master in Organizational Psychology (Denmark) and completed additional training in cross-cultural management, group dynamics, coaching, and cultural change.
https://skip-bowman.com/
http://www.safe2great.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/skiporgcoach/
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Book Recommendations * Safe to Great: The New Psychology of Leadership by Skip Bowman * The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups by Daniel Coyle
Like this? * Cracking the Leadership Code with Alain Hunkins * Building Psychological Safety with Minette Norman and Karolin Helbig
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Join Kevin Eikenberry as he shares valuable insights and actionable strategies for initiating new projects or important tasks. Whether you're looking to implement a new idea, start a project, or adopt a new routine, this episode offers practical advice to help you move from decision to action. Tune in for a series of useful tips that will empower you to take that first crucial step towards success.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
We know trust is essential for both personal and professional relationships. Dr. Peter Kim tells Kevin that risk is part of trust, and we spend more time trying to reduce risk vs. building trust. Dr. Kim shares insights from his research on the science behind how trust works. He discusses common misconceptions about trust, how competence and integrity drive trust judgments differently, the role of trust between leaders and followers, what makes an effective apology, and recommendations for building trust on virtual/hybrid teams.
Listen for... 00:00 Introduction: The Power of Trust 01:50 Guest Introduction: Dr. Peter H. Kim 05:13 Dr. Kim's Journey to Trust Research 06:26 Impression Management and Identity Negotiation 10:00 The Role of Trust in Effective Leadership 15:30 Trust-Building Strategies in Organizations 20:45 Challenges of Trust in Remote Work Environments 25:50 Practical Tips for Repairing Broken Trust 30:18 Enhancing Team Trust in a Hybrid Work Setting 33:26 Importance of Clear Communication for Trust 38:19 Conclusion Meet Peter * Name: Dr. Peter Kim * His Story: Dr. Peter H. Kim is the author of How Trust Works: The Science of How Relationships Are Built, Broken, and Repaired. He is a Professor of Management and Organization at the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California. His research has been published in numerous scholarly journals, received ten national/international awards, and has been featured by the New York Times, Washington Post, and NPR. He also serves as a Senior Editor for Organization Science and on the editorial boards for the Academy of Management Review and Negotiation and Conflict Management Research. He is also a past Associate Editor for the Academy of Management Review and the Journal of Trust Research, as well as past Chair of the Academy of Management’s Conflict Management Division. * https://peterhkim.com/
Book Recommendations * How Trust Works: The Science of How Relationships Are Built, Broken, and Repairedby Dr. Peter H. Kim PhD * The Moral Animal: Why We Are, the Way We Are: The New Science of Evolutionary Psychologyby Robert Wright
Related Episodes * The Laws of Trust with Joel Peterson * The Power of Trust with Sandra Sucher
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How do you decide what to start next? Kevin guides you through the process of choosing your next project or goal with clarity and purpose. Whether you're looking to overcome inertia in your personal projects or within your team, this episode provides valuable insights to help you find your starting point and pursue success.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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What role does power play in your organization and your team? Tania Luna joins Kevin to discuss rethinking power as capacity, not control, and using “power with” instead of “power over” others. She shares four “power with” principles: follow purpose over person, rely on context over control, cultivate talent over collecting it, and build community over crowds. Leaders need to shift their mindset and take action to create a more inclusive and empowering work environment.
Listen for... 00:00 Introduction to Power in Leadership 00:44 Engagement with Audience 01:54 Introducing Tanya Luna 03:26 Tanya Luna's Background and Early Influences 06:20 Concepts of Power and Control 14:05 Power with vs. Power over 20:00 Implementing Power With Principles 27:33 Community Building and Leadership 31:43 Closing Remarks and Personal Interests of Tanya Luna
Meet Tania * Name: Tania Luna * Story: Tania Luna is the author of LEAD TOGETHER: Stop Squirreling Away Power and Build a Better Team. She is an entrepreneur, psychology researcher, and writer. She has founded and grown multiple companies, including Scarlet Spark, a nonprofit that creates human-friendly workplaces for organizations that help animals, and LifeLabs Learning, a leadership development company. Her other books include The Leader Lab: How to Become a Great Manager, Faster and Surprise: Embrace the Unpredictable and Engineer the Unexpected. She is also the co-host of the podcast Talk Psych to Me and a TED speaker on the power of perspective. Across her work, Tania strives to inspire interconnectedness among all living beings, humans included. She lives in a micro-sanctuary with rescued pigs, goats, dogs, roosters, cats, and the love of her life. * https://www.tanialuna.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/taniadluna/ * https://www.instagram.com/laniatuna
Book Recommendations * Lead Together: Stop Squirreling Away Power and Build a Better Team by Tania Luna * John Dies at the End (John Dies at the End, 1) by Jason Pargin * The Story of B (Ishmael Series) by Daniel Quinn
Related Episodes * The Power of Vulnerability with Jeff Manchester * Understanding Power with Deborah Gruenfeld
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Kevin Eikenberry delves into a crucial topic - why we often hesitate to start new projects or initiatives. Through a detailed exploration, Kevin identifies seven common reasons that hold us back from taking that first step. Whether it's fear of failure, lack of resources, or simply being overwhelmed by choices, this video offers insightful analysis and encourages viewers to overcome these hurdles. Join us as we uncover the psychological barriers to starting something new and learn how to move past them.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Struggling with an overwhelming 'yes' to everything? Discover the empowering art of saying 'no.' In this insightful video, Kevin Eikenberry shares 'Five Reasons to Say No More Often,' revealing how this simple word can enhance your productivity, prevent burnout, and open doors to new opportunities. Perfect for anyone looking to boost their leadership skills and personal growth. Tune in for practical tips and a fresh perspective on time management.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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How do you define strategy? How does your team define strategy? According to Rich Horwath, there are 91 definitions of strategy. No wonder we get confused during strategic planning. Rich joins Kevin to discuss some of the mistakes and misconceptions about strategy, such as confusing numbers with strategy and doing the same things over and over. He introduces the GOST framework, which helps connect strategy and goals by answering the what and how questions. He also discusses the four components of the strategic fitness system: strategy, leadership, organization, and communication, and shares two key habits for strategic success: committing time to think and regularly reallocating resources.
Meet Rich * Name: Rich Horwath * His Story: Rich Horwath is the author of Strategic: The Skill to Set Direction, Create Advantage, and Achieve Executive Excellence. He is also the founder and CEO of the Strategic Thinking Institute, where he is a strategy facilitator, advisor, and coach to executive leadership teams. He is the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of eight books on strategic thinking and rated the number one keynote speaker on strategy at national events, including the Society for Human Resource Management Strategy Conference. Rich has helped more than a quarter million people develop their strategic thinking and planning capabilities over the past 20 years in pursuit of his vision to teach the world to be strategic. * www.StrategySkills.com * www.Strategic-Book.com * https://www.linkedin.com/in/richhorwath/ * https://www.youtube.com/@RichHorwath
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Book Recommendations * Strategic: The Skill to Set Direction, Create Advantage, and Achieve Executive Excellenceby Rich Horwath * The Art of Learning: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performanceby Josh Waitzkin
Related Episodes * Strategic Thinking for Leaders with Rich Horwath * How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growth with Patrick Thean * Creating a Decision Sprint with Atif Rafiq
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As we wrap up 2023, Kevin reflects on the trends, ideas, and lessons he has gained from the episodes in the past year. He discusses the importance of culture and workplace environment, the development of teams, the changing nature of leadership, and the need for strategic thinking. He also highlights the significance of personal development skills such as empathy, calmness, rest, observation, confidence, and resilience. Kevin also reveals the top 7 downloaded episodes of the year and recommends several books mentioned by his guests.
Top 7 Episodes * 7. Creating Meaningful Change with Mike Morrison * 6. Your Path to the Boardroom with Coco Brown * 5. Resilience Beyond Crisis with Lynn Perry Wooten * 4. Thriving at Work with Gabriella Kellerman * 3. Making Better Choices with Dr. Jim Loehr and Dr. Sheila Ohlsson Walker * 2. The Seismic Shift in Leadership with Dr. Michelle Johnston * 1. Creating Deliberate Calm with Aaron De Smet
Book Recommendations * Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Onesby James Clear * Best Team Ever: The Surprising Science of High-Performing Teamsby David Burkus * Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well by Amy C. Edmondson * Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankindby Yuval Harari * The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumphby Ryan Holiday * The Psychological Safety Playbook: Lead More Powerfully by Being More Humanby Karolin Helbig, Minette Norman
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Join Kevin Eikenberry in this engaging episode of Remarkable TV, where he delves into the power of saying "Yes." Discover five compelling reasons why embracing affirmative responses can significantly impact your personal and professional growth. **** Sign up for Your Remarkable Day: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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A lot is going on out there. How can we pay better attention in a distracted world? Christian Madsbjerg joins Kevin to discuss the importance of observation and attention in leadership. Madsbjerg explains that observation is the practice of carefully and empirically studying humans to understand their experiences and behaviors. He emphasizes the need for leaders to set aside their opinions and preconceived notions to just describe what they see. Madsbjerg also introduces the concept of hyper-reflection, which involves observing how others observe and think. He encourages leaders to make time for observation and reflection, as these practices can lead to a deeper understanding of customers, teams, and social dynamics.
Meet Christian * Name: Christian Madsbjerg * His Story: Christian Madsbjerg is the author of several books, including Look: How to Pay Attention in a Distracted World, Sensemaking: The Power of the Humanities in the Age of the Algorithm, and The Moment of Clarity (co-authored with Mikkel Rasmussen), which have been translated into 15 languages. He is also an entrepreneur and academic who focuses on the practical and commercial application of the Human Sciences. He is the co-founder of the global consulting firm Red Associates. He also held the Professor of Applied Humanities position at The New School in New York City, where he centered his teaching on 20th-century continental philosophy. His work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, Financial Times, The Washington Post, and Bloomberg Businessweek. He lives in New York City with his family. * https://madsbjerg.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-madsbjerg-8aa73/
Book Recommendations * Look: How to Pay Attention in a Distracted Worldby Christian Madsbjerg * Pilgrim at Tinker Creekby Annie Dillard * The Peregrineby J. A. Baker
Related Episodes * How to be Great at Work with Morten Hansen * The Creative Curve with Allen Gannett
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In this episode, Kevin delves into a unique aspect of our professional lives - FOMO, the fear of being obsolete. Discover practical advice on overcoming this fear and embracing continuous learning to stay relevant in today's rapidly changing world. Whether you're dealing with generative AI like ChatGPT or adapting to new workplace dynamics, this episode offers valuable insights for every professional. **** Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Working with others is harder than it should be, and we know good relationships are essential for team and organizational success. Michael Bungay Stanier recognizes it’s easy to jump into the work. However, he joins Kevin to discuss the importance of the process and agree on how to do the work first. He suggests having a “keystone conversation” to build mutual understanding before starting a project. He suggests 5 questions to ask, these include: Amplify questions - what’s your best? Steady questions – what are your practices or preferences? Good Date and Bad Date questions – what did you learn from past successful and frustrating relationships? Repair questions – how do we fix it when things go wrong?
Meet Michael * Name: Michael Bungay Stanier * His Story: Michael Bungay Stanier is the author of The Coaching Habit, the best-selling coaching book of the century, and his most recent book, How to Work with (Almost) Anyone. Michael was a Rhodes Scholar. In 2019, he was named the #1 thought leader in coaching. Michael was the first Canadian Coach of the Year, has been named a Global Coaching Guru since 2014, and was a Rhodes Scholar. Michael founded Box of Crayons, a learning and development company that had helped hundreds of organizations transform from advice-driven to curiosity-led. He’s Australian and lives in Toronto, Canada. * https://www.mbs.works/ * https://www.bestpossiblerelationship.com/ * https://www.instagram.com/mbs_works * https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbungaystanier * https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdFUOWjr4uI6T45zN1uJZ3Q * https://www.twitter.com/mbs_works * https://www.facebook.com/mbs_works-113849977032317
Book Recommendations * How to Work with (Almost) Anyone: Five Questions for Building the Best Possible Relationshipsby Michael Bungay Stanier * Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Wellby Amy C. Edmondson * Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results by Shane Parrish * The Iliadby Homer (Author), Emily Wilson (Translator)
Related Episodes * Doing Great Work with Michael Bungay Stanier * Understanding the Style of Others with Guy Harris * The Lost Art of Connecting with Susan McPherson
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Belonging is a leadership conversation. Leaders have a choice in how they lead, connect, and invite. Brad Deutser believes the invite is the most important and is often the missing piece. Brad joins Kevin to discuss human-centered leadership. He shares 5 rules of belonging, which is how we should think about human-centered leadership. These include, turn into the power, listen without labels, choose identity over purpose, and challenge everything. Brad believes that belonging is not only good and right, but also a business imperative as research shows that it drives satisfaction, engagement, and retention, and people are willing to give up salary to be part of an organization where they feel like they belong.
Meet Brad * Name: Brad Deutser * His Story: Brad Deutser is the author of Leading Clarity: The Breakthrough Strategy to Unleash People, Profit, and Performance and his latest book, Belonging Rules: Five Crucial Actions that Build Unity and Foster Performance. He is a visionary leader behind Deutser and Deutser Clarity Institute (with leadership learning labs in Houston, New York, Bermuda and Arizona). He is a trusted counselor, executive coach and leadership guru for CEOs, Board Chairs, and top corporate management. His unique insights and original approach to affecting a human approach to sustainable organizational change have impacted top businesses, leading universities, professional sports franchises, and cause-based organizations. He is an expert in creating spaces and leadership capacity for belonging and inclusion. Brad is recognized for his ability to navigate complex, contentious, ambiguous business and people challenges, both inside and outside organizations. He is sought after as an authority and innovative thinker on matters of organizational change, belonging, and complexity in leadership * https://deutser.com/ * https://instituteforbelonging.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/braddeutser * https://twitter.com/BradDeutser
Book Recommendations * Belonging Rules: Five Crucial Actions That Build Unity and Foster Performanceby Brad Deutser * The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fatesby Wes Moore * by Dr. Seuss
Related Episodes ** Leading Clarity with Brad Deutser * Overcoming Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt with Brendan Keegan
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Leadership is more than a title. Leadership is getting things done. David Dodson spent three years studying successful leaders and identified 5 skills critical to effective leadership: building a team, seeking and taking advice, managing time, obsessing over quality, and setting and adhering to priorities. David joins Kevin to discuss these essential leadership skills. He shares advice on hiring practices and offers valuable tips on time management, including strategies to trim meeting durations. David and Kevin also tackle the unique challenges of steering remote teams in the ever-evolving post-pandemic landscape.
Meet David * Name: David Dodson * David's Story: The Manager's Handbook: Five Simple Steps to Build a Team, Stay Focused, Make Better Decisions, and Crush Your Competition The Outsiders: Eight Unconventional CEOs and Their Radically Rational Blueprint for Successby William N. Thorndike Jr.
*Related Episodes * Learning Lessons from a Four-Time CEO with Howard Green * Lessons that Drive Business Success with Kim Lorenz * How to Thrive in Uncertain Times with Larry Robertson
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Join Kevin Eikenberry in this enlightening episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast as he delves into the Three A's of Gratitude. Discover how gratitude transcends seasons and can profoundly impact your life and leadership skills. Whether you're watching this right before Thanksgiving or any other time, this episode is a timely reminder of the importance of gratitude in our daily lives. *** Your Remarkable Day: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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One hundred years of research tells us that a bump in salary does not impact employee engagement. In fact, MIT recently published findings showing that how appreciated employees feel has three times more influence on their decision to stay or leave a job than compensation. Not only does this reduce the cost of turnover, but companies that pay attention to their human capital outperform others. Dr. Paul White joins Kevin to discuss the 5 Languages of Appreciation in the workplace. These include Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Acts of Service, Tangible Gifts, and Physical Touch. The implementation of appreciation isn't a top-down process. It starts with education, creating a shared language among team members, and then grows naturally. It's about connecting people and recognizing them for who they are, not just their work.
Listen For... 00:00 Meet Our Guest: Dr. Paul White 03:12 Dr. White's Exploration of Workplace Appreciation 05:38 The Business Benefits of Employee Appreciation 07:59 Personal Story: The Impact of Appreciation on Relationships 08:21 Beyond Paychecks: What Truly Satisfies Employees 09:15 Misconceptions About Pay and Employee Engagement 10:37 Case Study: The Role of Appreciation in Employee Retention 12:01 Appreciation: Not Just a Leadership Concern 12:30 The Power of Peer-to-Peer Appreciation 13:55 The Limitations of Employee Recognition Programs 14:27 Personalized Appreciation: Beyond Performance 15:18 Why Middle Group Employees Matter 16:02 Appreciation in Remote Work: Building Connectivity 17:34 Exploring the Five Languages of Workplace Appreciation 20:05 Acts of Service in the Workplace: Real Examples 21:51 Tangible Gifts: Personalization Matters 23:45 Navigating Physical Touch in Professional Contexts 26:36 Generational Insights: Appreciation Languages 28:00 Quality Time: A Generational Preference Shift 28:28 Proactive Relationship Building in Remote Work 30:02 The Importance of Being Proactive in Remote Teams 31:19 Tips for Effective and Specific Appreciation 34:12 Closing
Meet Paul * Name: Dr. Paul White * His Story: Dr. Paul White is the coauthor of the best-selling book, The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace, with Dr. Gary Chapman, which has sold over 550,000 copies and has been translated into 25 languages. He is also a psychologist and speaker who “makes work relationships work.” He has written articles for and been interviewed by the BBC news, Business Week, CNN/Fortune.com, Entrepreneur.com, Fast Company, Fortune, FoxBusiness.com, the New York Times, U.S. News and World Report, Washington Post, and Yahoo! Finance. As a speaker and trainer, Dr. White has taught around the world, for organizations including PepsiCo. * https://www.drpaulwhite.com/ * https://www.appreciationatwork.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-white-ph-d-3178276/,
Book Recommendations * The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace: Empowering Organizations by Encouraging Peopleby Gary Chapman, Paul White * The Pioneers: The Heroic Story of the Settlers Who Brought the American Ideal Westby David McCullough
Related Episodes * Creating Connection in the Age of Isolation with Dan Schawbel * The Connector Manager with Jaime Roca
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Do you feel like you fit in at your workplace? Research shows that one out of three new hires will quit within 90 days, 53% of people who have been with a company for half a year are still searching for a new job, and 75% of people experience anxiety before the work week begins. André Martine joins Kevin to explore the importance of having an authentic connection to your everyday work both from a personal and organizational perspective. They talk about the concept of fit, the trends in the world of work, and the connection between fit and belonging. They share insights for leaders on how to create a culture of fit and re-recruit their teams. Additionally, they discuss the role of fit in individual career development and offer advice for job seekers.
Listen for... 00:00 Introduction 02:09 "Wrong Fit. Right Fit" Overview 04:55 Concept of Fit in the Workplace 06:45 Defining Authentic Connection in Fit 07:49 Work Methods in Organizations 08:19 Culture vs. Day-to-Day Work 09:01 Understanding Work Differences 09:19 Matching Individual Preferences 10:25 Leadership in Crisis 12:13 Brand and Work Principles 13:38 Location Strategy in Decision Making 14:04 Finding Organizational Solutions 15:37 Personal Work Preferences 16:05 Fit and Belonging 17:23 The Need to Fit In 18:01 Holistic View of Fit and Belonging 18:47 Employee Engagement Challenges 19:14 Recruiting Talent: Leadership’s Role 20:34 Organizational and Leadership Perspectives on Fit 21:38 Mismatched Expectations 22:11 Recruiting in the Digital Age 23:20 Essential Leadership Questions 24:15 Leadership and Career Development Focus 24:53 Self-Reflection in Job Searching 25:57 Career Clarity Tools 26:46 Comfort vs. Boredom in Careers 28:03 Comfort as a Foundation 28:27 Personal Hobbies 29:02 Book Recommendations 30:16 Resources and Actions Steps
Meet André * Name: André Martin * His Story: André Martin, PhD, is the author of Wrong Fit, Right Fit – Why How we Work Matters More Than Ever. He is an entrepreneur, operating advisor, board member, organizational psychologist, and coach to top founders and c-suite executives. He has held key C-level leadership roles dedicated to talent, employee engagement, leadership development and culture in some of the biggest consumer brands including Disney, Mars Incorporated, Nike, Target, and Google. Early in his career, he was an enterprise faculty member and senior researcher at the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL), one of the top executive development firms in the world. When he isn’t helping companies grow, Andre is a guest lecturer at top universities and coveted speaker on culture, engagement, design thinking and innovation, a committed husband and father of two wonderful children, an owner of a sustainable mushroom farm in the Ozark Mountains and can otherwise be found hiking the rain-soaked trails around Portland with his two English labs (Bode and the Fonz). * https://www.wrongfitrightfit.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/docmartinpdx/ * https://www.instagram.com/wrongfitrightfit/ * https://mondaymatters.substack.com/
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Book Recommendations * Wrong Fit, Right Fit: Why How We Work Matters More Than Everby Andre Martin * Dedicated: The Case for Commitment in an Age of Infinite Browsingby Pete Davis * Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Wellby Amy C. Edmondson
Related Episodes * Thriving at Work with Gabriella Kellerman * Creating the Life You Want in One Year with Wendy Leshgold
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Join Kevin Eikenberry on a journey to becoming a better leader with practical advice on self-awareness and feedback in this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership podcast. Dive into the essentials of leadership and discover how to achieve valuable outcomes with and through your team. Don't just lead - excel. **** Follow The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: https://remarkablepodcast.com/follow
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To improve your leadership skills, it is important to remember that your talent, skills, and drive are not enough on their own. Dan Rockwell joins Kevin to discuss the inner journey to leadership. Dan highlights the importance of self-awareness, self-improvement, and knowing oneself to be a successful leader. To become a better leader, you should focus on developing your inner journey and being true to yourself, while also avoiding using this as an excuse for entitlement or lack of growth.
Listen for... * 00:00 Introduction * 09:29 Why Talent Alone Won't Make You a Leader * 09:47 The Downside of Success: Leaders Who Lose Themselves * 10:20 Beyond Meetings: What Real Leadership Looks Like * 11:20 The Importance of Self-Identity in Leadership * 15:18 No Excuses: The Limits of Identity-Based Leadership * 16:08 Aim for Leadership Excellence, Not Just Being Yourself * 18:09 Overcoming Self-Defeating Behaviors in Leadership * 19:00 Meet Bob: A Case Study in Healthcare Leadership * 20:00 Unveiling Blindspots Through Self-Reflection * 23:20 The Impact of Your Actions on Others * 25:31 The Role of Continuous Learning in Leadership * 28:41 How Organizations Can Foster Inner Growth in Leaders * 29:08 Building a Culture of Team-Wide Self-Reflection * 30:04 Keeping Tabs on Team Energy and Inspiration * 30:44 Leadership Starts at the Top: Setting the Example
Meet Dan * Name: Dan Rockwell * His Story: Dan Rockwell is the coauthor of The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership. He is also the author of the highly recognized Leadership Freak Blog, which, according to the Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness, is the most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet. He had his first leadership position in the non-profit world at the age of nineteen. Since then, he earned an MBA and undergraduate degrees in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, and Construction and Design. His concise and practical articles are read in every country on the planet. Inc. Magazine recognized Dan as a Top 50 Leadership Expert in the English-speaking World and a Top 100 Speaker. The American Management Association lists Dan as a Top 30 Leader in Business. * https://leadershipfreak.blog/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadershipfreak/ * https://twitter.com/Leadershipfreak
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Book Recommendations * The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership: A Parableby Dan Rockwell, John David Mann * The Midnight Libraryby Matt Haig * The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Livingby Ryan Holiday, Stephen Hanselman * The Art of Worldly Wisdomby Baltasar Gracián
Related Episodes * Learning Leadership with Jim Kouzes * How to be Great at Work with Morten Hansen * Reinventing Yourself as a Leader with John Hillen
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Kevin Eikenberry shares valuable life and leadership lessons he learned from officiating a wedding. Tune in to understand why preparation matters, how to utilize your skills to the fullest, and the importance of being present in the moment. *** https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters
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Do you panic, just a bit, when you realize you need to give feedback on the spot, engage in small talk at a networking event, or answer questions after a presentation? These moments are spontaneous speaking situations and Matt Abrahams says we can prepare for these. Matt joins Kevin to discuss the six-step methodology of successful spontaneous speaking, which is divided into two categories: mindsets and messaging Matt emphasized the importance of viewing these impromptu situations as conversations rather than performances and reminds us that we are providing value to the audience. He also shares examples of specific situations and provides us with a structure to respond. Effective communication is a skill that anyone can learn with practice, reflection, and feedback.
Meet Matt * Name: Matt Abrahams * His Story: Matt Abrahams is the author of Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot. His previous book Speaking Up without Freaking Out: 50 Techniques for Confident and Compelling Presenting has helped thousands of people manage speaking anxiety and present more confidently and authentically. He is a leading expert in communication with decades of experience as an educator, author, podcast host, and coach. As a Lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, he teaches popular classes in strategic communication and effective virtual presenting. He received Stanford GSB’s Alumni Teaching Award in recognition of his teaching students around the world. When he isn’t teaching, Matt is a sought-after keynote speaker and communication consultant. He has helped countless presenters improve and hone their communication, including some who have delivered IPO road shows as well as TED, World Economic Forum, and Nobel Prize presentations. His online talks garner millions of views and he hosts the popular, award-winning podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart: The Podcast. * https://mattabrahams.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/maabrahams/ * https://mattabrahams.com/podcast/ * https://www.youtube.com/@ThinkFastTalkSmart
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Book Recommendations * by Matt Abrahamsby Patricia Ryan Madson
*Related Episodes * Understanding Power with Deborah Gruenfeld * Mastering the Art of Public Speaking with John Bowe
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Is leadership overrated? Do you have a culture that reinforces your mission? Chris Mefford and Kyle Buckett join Kevin to discuss topics such as, moving from unhealthy workplace cultures to empowering teams to thrive. They bring a unique perspective on leadership, drawing from their experiences as Navy SEALs and successful business leaders. Too often, a leader fears becoming irrelevant and losing their job. However, true empowerment involves trusting team members to make decisions.
Listen for... 00:00 Introduction 00:33 The Team-Centric Approach 01:21 Introduction to Guests and Their Book 04:02 Identifying Broken Leadership Development Systems 05:18 Translating Military Experience to Business 08:08 Unhealthy Cultures and Lack of Appreciation 09:42 Lack of Appreciation as the Top Issue 11:56 Culture's Role Beyond Perks 15:03 The Three Phases of Culture: Define, Develop, Sustain 17:13 Hiring for Culture Improvement 18:17 Embracing Hiring People Smarter 19:32 Focusing on the Team Over Individual Leadership 20:00 Culture's Impact on Revenue and Finances 21:38 Self-Led Teams: What It Means 25:39 Achievements of Empowered Teams 27:06 Training the Next Leader in the Military 29:55 Empowering Leaders in Corporate America 30:20 Overcoming the Fear of Being Replaced 35:54 Where to Learn More and Get the Book 38:04 Closing
Meet Chris * Name: Chris Mefford * His Story: Chris Mefford is a seasoned, award-winning business executive with over twenty years of experience in leadership and marketing. Mefford has been a Vice President of the Dave Ramsey Organization and co-founded and runs Culture Force, a consulting firm that promotes intense coaching and training programs to help companies grow and evolve their cultures.
Meet Kyle * Name: Kyle Buckett * His Story: Kyle Buckett is a retired US Navy SEAL and led the advanced training for both junior and seasoned Navy SEALs. He has scaled numerous companies and has been instrumental in the business development of numerous Navy SEAL–founded businesses. He runs Culture Force, a consulting company, with Chris and is also regularly involved in multiple charities supporting veterans from the special forces communities. * https://www.cultureforce.team/ * https://www.instagram.com/cultureforce.team/
Book Recommendations * Leadership Is Overrated: How the Navy SEALs (and Successful Businesses) Create Self-Leading Teams That Winby Kyle Buckett, Chris Mefford * Countdown 1945: The Extraordinary Story of the Atomic Bomb and the 116 Days That Changed the World by Chris Wallace * By All Means Available: Memoirs of a Life in Intelligence, Special Operations, and Strategyby Michael G. Vickers * Chameleon: A Black Box Thriller by Remi Adeleke
Related Episodes * Lessons from a Major General with Major General David Bassett * What Makes Teams Great with Sam Walker
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We know burnout is real, yet we often don’t prioritize rest. Ximena Vengoechea joins Kevin to delve into the means of breaking free from the grind and discovering the value of rest. Ximena highlights the critical role rest plays in both personal well-being and productivity. She shares actionable advice for individuals and leaders on how to integrate rest into their daily lives and foster a rest-friendly work culture. Moreover, the Ximena emphasizes the idea that waiting for a vacation to combat burnout is not the solution; instead, find ways to incorporate rest into our everyday routines.
Meet Ximena * Name: Ximena Vengoechea * Ximena's Story: Ximena Vengoechea is the author of the new book, Rest Easy: Discover Calm and Abundance through the Radical Power of Rest. Her previous book is Listen Like You Mean it: Reclaiming the Lost Art of True Connection. She is a user researcher, writer, and illustrator whose work on personal and professional development has been published in Inc., The Washington Post, Newsweek, Forbes, and Huffington Post. (Penguin Random House). Ximena is a contributor at Fast Company and The Muse, and writes Letters from Ximena, a newsletter about staying curious, getting creative, and living well. She is also the creator of the popular project The Life Audit. Ximena is a keynote speaker on topics such as empathetic and inclusive listening, navigating difficult conversations, and preventing burnout. She previously worked at Pinterest, LinkedIn, and Twitter and advises select startups and executives on user research, executive communication, and resting well. * https://www.ximenavengoechea.com/ * https://www.instagram.com/xsvengoechea/ * https://ximena.substack.com/
Book Recommendations * Rest Easy: Discover Calm and Abundance through the Radical Power of Restby Ximena Vengoechea * Hello Beautifulby Ann Napolitano
Related Episodes * Leadership Resilience with Ama Marston * Connecting with Others Through Listening with Ximena Vengoechea * Resilience Beyond Crisis with Lynn Perry Wooten
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Kevin shares three valuable tips for effective communication. Whether you're a leader or simply looking to improve your communication skills, you won't want to miss this. **** Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential Newsletter: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters
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Kevin Eikenberry dives deep into the common trap of perfectionism and how it hinders productivity. Understand why we strive for perfection, how it can hold you back, and how to strike a balance using the 80/20 rule.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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The word power carries a lot of weight, and we have the power to be intentional and proactive with our lives. Wendy Leshgold joins Kevin to discuss how to move toward the life you want professionally and personally. She shares five power principles which include, declaring a vision, choosing a new perspective, planning the work and working the plan, using the language of action, and getting curious. It is important to share a bold vision with others, despite it being somewhat scary and vulnerable. This builds relationships, encourages others to support us, and holds us accountable. We need to recognize we may fail and that is OK.
Meet Wendy * Name: Wendy Leshgold * Wendy's Story: Wendy Leshgold is the co-author of the book FAST FORWARD: 5 Power Principles to Create the Life You Want in Just One Year, with Lisa McCarthy. She is co-founder and President of the Fast Forward Group, a professional development and executive coaching company that has transformed the careers and lives of more than 100,000 professionals at leading companies around the world such as Amazon, TikTok, Google, JP Morgan Chase, Ford and more. Wendy has designed a simple and immediately actionable system of Power Principles to help people achieve success and fulfillment in their whole lives. Wendy received her BA in History from the University of Virginia, her PCC from The Co-Active Training Institute and she is an active board member of California Environmental Voters. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Gary, and three children. In her free time, Wendy can often be found watching her son play baseball and walking her beloved dogs, Scout and Cali. * https://fastforwardgroup.net/
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Book Recommendations * Fast Forward: 5 Power Principles to Create the Life You Want in Just One Year by Wendy Leshgold and Lisa McCarthy * Tom Lakeby Ann Patchett
Related Episodes * The Power of Deliberate Practice with Robert Pool * Understanding Power with Deborah Gruenfeld
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We’ve all heard about the importance of empathy and research indicates that empathetic leaders have a more engaged and productive team. Dr. Nicole Price joins Kevin to highlight the need for both personal and organizational empathy, emphasizing that empathy isn't necessarily kindness or agreement, but rather the ability to understand and relate to others' perspectives. She also shared practical applications and challenges leaders to identify policies that may inadvertently hinder empathy and inclusivity.
Meet Nicole * Name: Nicole Price * Her Story:
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Fear, uncertainty, and doubts (FUD). We have all experienced these to some extent; we are only human. Brendan P. Keegan joins Kevin to discuss how these impact behavior and leadership. He tells us that humans are born fearless, but external factors and experiences lead to the development of fears over time. Leaders may inadvertently instill fear into their teams, and the language we use is important. For example, start with a question, not a statement. Brendan suggests we become a fearless leader who embraces uncertainty and is willing to take risks. When we fail, we should foster a culture of open communication and learn from our mistakes.
Listen for... 00:00:34 - Introduction to the podcast and guest Brendan Keegan
00:01:23 - Today's episode brought to you by the book "The Long Distance Team"
00:02:21 - Introduction of guest Brendan Keegan, author of "The Third Factor"
00:05:00 - Definition of "FUD" - Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt
00:08:52 - Why write about overcoming FUD as it relates to leadership?
00:13:37 - Becoming a fearless leader - why is this important?
00:18:58 - How to coach leaders to embrace failure as learning
00:21:54 - If you're an innovative leader but your team isn't ready, consider switching teams
00:25:27 - Learn more from failures than successes - do an honest debrief
00:28:10 - This year's company theme is "Endurance" - sustaining excellence long-term
00:29:48 - Biggest leadership lesson - the importance of "IQ" - awareness of yourself and others
00:35:49 - Call to action - what idea will you apply from this episode?
Meet Brendan * Name: Brendan P. Keegan * Brendan's Story: Brendan P. Keegan is the author of three books, including his newest, The FUD Factor: Overcoming Fear, Uncertainty & Doubt to Achieve the Impossible. He is chairman, CEO, and president of the board for Merchants Fleet, the fastest-growing fleet technology company in North America. He also has contributed more than 200 articles to Fast Company, Inc. Media, Entrepreneur, Newsweek, Fox Business, and Harvard Business Review. During Keegan’s time at Merchants Fleet, the company has been named a two-time Inc 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Company, Deloitte Best Managed Company, and a Fast Company Top 10 Most Innovative Company. * https://brendanpkeegan.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanpkeegan * https://twitter.com/bpkFEARLESS * https://www.instagram.com/bpkfearless/
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Book Recommendations * The FUD Factor: Overcoming Fear, Uncertainty & Doubt to Achieve the Impossibleby Brandon P. Keegan * The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference by Malcolm Gladwell * Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Onesby James Clear
Related Episodes * How to Thrive in Uncertain Times with Larry Robertson * Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity with Curtis Bateman
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Ever felt overwhelmed by big projects? You're not alone. In today's episode, Kevin Eikenberry shares some priceless insights on how to overcome that overwhelming feeling and get started. **** Join us for our Productivity Intensive: https://kevineikenberry.com/the-productivity-intensive/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Today, we're tackling a ubiquitous but often misunderstood character in any team dynamic: The Devil's Advocate.
Kevin Eikenberry breaks down where this term actually comes from and how the role was historically important yet carefully limited in scope. He explains the pitfalls of playing Devil's Advocate too early in brainstorming sessions and how it can squelch creative thinking. Learn practical tips on how to better facilitate such conversations for fruitful outcomes.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Work-life balance. Employee engagement. Bring your best, most authentic selves to work. Dan Pontefract believes these are myths. He joins Kevin to redefine the relationship between work and life. Employees possess one of four work-life personas (blooming, budding, stunted, or renewal) and it’s a leader’s responsibility to understand which persona their team members possess. He also highlights the six work factors and six life factors that leaders should consider creating a supportive environment for their team members.
Listen for... 00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:21 Introduction to the guest, Dan Pontefract
00:05:28:22The myth of work-life balance and the need to demarcate work and life
00:06:58 Defining demarcate and the importance of separating work and life
00:08:03 The connection between work-life bloom and leadership
00:09:00 Employee engagement as a flawed concept
00:09:53 The impact of work on our lives and the importance of seasons
00:10:36 How our lives shape our work and vice versa
00:11:19 Impact of personal situations on work performance
00:12:27 Importance of acknowledging and supporting employees' personal situations
00:13:13 Negative effects of ignoring employees' personal situations
00:13:47 Blooming as a metaphor for work-life integration
00:15:01 Blooming as a positive persona when work and life are going well
00:16:06 Other personas: budding, stunted, and renewal
00:19:20 Introduction to the book "Work Life Bloom"
00:19:42 Six work factors: trust, belonging, value, purpose, strategy, norms
00:21:07 Belonging as a key work factor
00:21:55 Belonging leads to engagement
00:23:02 Three elements of belonging: understanding, representation, and safety
00:23:57 Six life factors: meaning, relationships, well-being, skills, agency, respect
00:25:09 Difference between meaning (work) and purpose (life)
00:26:02 Integrating work purpose and life meaning
00:27:05 Open dialogue between leader and team member
00:28:51 Importance of acknowledging and addressing individual differences
00:29:13 Leaders hesitant to ask questions without answers
00:30:11 Importance of vulnerability and continuous learning for leaders
00:31:17 Shifting focus from engagement to how people feel at work and in life
00:32:14 Having honest conversations about work and life
00:33:05 Importance of empathy and being human as leaders
00:34:24 Dan's hobbies: cycling and spending time with family
00:34:59 Book recommendation: "10X Easier Than 2X" by Dan Sullivan
00:38:42 Closing remarks and gratitude from Kevin.
Meet Dan * Name: Dan Ponefract * Dan's Story: Dan Pontefract is the author of four books: LEAD. CARE. WIN., OPEN TO THINK, THE PURPOSE EFFECT, and FLAT ARMY. His latest book is WORK-LIFE BLOOM. He is a renowned leadership strategist, author, and keynote speaker with over two decades of experience in senior executive roles at companies such as SAP, TELUS, and Business Objects. Since then, he has worked with organizations worldwide, including Salesforce, Amgen, the State of Tennessee, Nestlé, Canada Post, Autodesk, BMO, the Government of Canada, Manulife, Nutrien, and the City of Toronto, among others. Dan is a renowned keynote speaker who has presented at four TED events and has delivered over 600 keynotes. He is an adjunct professor at the University of Victoria's Gustavson School of Business. * https://www.worklifebloom.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/danpontefract/
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Book Recommendations * Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team that Flourishesby Dan Pontefract * 10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Lessby Dan Sullivan, Dr. Benjamin Hardy
Related Episodes * Culture and Values with Joe Tye * Creating Loyalist Teams with Linda Adams & Rebecca Teasdale * Culture is the Way with Matt Mayberry
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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A good leader isn’t afraid of questions. Bob Tiede joins Kevin to discuss the art of questioning, this includes the importance of asking open-ended questions, not putting people in a corner, giving them the time to respond, and the opportunity to say yes. He believes that leaders often hesitate to ask questions because they feel the need to project an image of having all the answers. However, he emphasizes that asking questions not only helps leaders gain valuable insights but also empowers their team members to contribute their ideas and perspectives.
Key Takeaways:
- Leaders often hesitate to ask questions because they feel the need to have all the answers.
- Asking open-ended questions can lead to more meaningful conversations and better insights.
- Good questions give information, but better questions lead to deeper understanding.
- The art of questioning involves asking the question and then giving the person time to answer.
- Creating a question culture involves practices like question storming and asking for multiple perspectives.
Listen For... 00:00:00 Introduction to the podcast and guest, Bob Tiede 00:09:39 What keeps leaders from asking questions 00:11:32 Giving answers denies space for others to contribute. 00:13:06 Leaders who project having all the answers come across as unsure. 00:13:47 Asking questions as a leader is more important now. 00:22:09 The art of questioning includes giving people time to answer. 00:25:18 The mindset of a learner is important when questioning. 00:27:32 Creating a question culture through question storming. 00:28:53 Culture and generating questions to solve issues. 00:29:25 Bob's favorite question: "What do you think?" 00:30:04 The power of asking "What else?" multiple times. 00:37:34 Conclusion and invitation to join next week's episode.
Meet Bob * Name: Bob Tiede * Bob's Story: Bob Tiede (pronounced “Tee-Dee”) has been on the staff of Cru (formerly known as Campus Crusade for Christ) for 52 years – serving 8 years in Cru Campus and then 24 years as the CEO of Josh McDowell Ministry – a Division of Cru. And Now 20 years on the U.S. Leadership Development Team – developing the next generation of leaders for Cru. Bob’s blog LeadingWithQuestions.com is now in its 11th year and followed by leaders in over 200 countries. Bob has written 6 very popular books, including “Great Leaders Ask Question – a Fortune 100 List” and “Now That’s a Great Question” and his newest book is the 3rd Edition of “LEADING WITH QUESTIONS” which has been Amazon’s #1 Best Seller in the category of Business communication! Bob’s mission is to help leaders everywhere multiply their leadership effectiveness X10 by moving from “Let Me Tell You!” to “Let Me Ask You!” Bob has been married to Sherry for 53 years and is the proud Dad of 4 adult children – all married and 8 incredible Grandchildren – all who love to ask their “Papa Bob” questions! * http://leadingwithquestions.com/books * http://leadingwithquestions.com/ * https://www.facebook.com/LeadingWithQuestions/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobtiede/ * https://twitter.com/bobtiede
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Book Recommendations * Leading with Questions: How Leaders Discover Powerful Answers by Knowing How and What to Ask 3rd Editionby Michael J. Marquardt, Bob Tiede * Change-friendly Leadership: How to Transform Good Intentions into Great Performanceby Rodger Dean Duncan
Related Episodes * Leading with Questions with Bob Tiede * Beautiful Questions with Warren Berger
Are you an "intermittent learner," only engaging in growth when there's a class to take or a seminar to attend? In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry challenges this mindset and shows you how to become a "continual learner," a key trait for effective leaders.
What You'll Learn:
- Why traditional learning methods may not give you the results you want.
- Four daily habits for continual learning: Read, Watch, Reflect, and Ask.
- How investing just minutes a day can compound into remarkable growth.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Growth and new ideas come with questions and unknowns. Does your team rush to judgment or just start working? Atif Rafiq joins Kevin to discuss the importance of dealing with unknowns in a productive way. He introduces the concept of decision sprints, a methodology to move from idea to recommendation and decision points. He also emphasizes the significance of workflows in defining company culture and offers advice on implementing decision sprints at the team level.
Meet Atif * Name: Atif Rafiq
* Atif's Story: Atif Rafiq has blazed trails in Silicon Valley and the Fortune 500 for over 25 years. After rising through digital native companies like Amazon, Yahoo!, and AOL, Atif held C-suite roles at McDonald’s, Volvo, and MGM Resorts. He oversaw thousands of employees as a global P&L, transformation, and innovation leader. Rafiq was the first Chief Digital Officer in the history of the Fortune 500, a pioneering role he held at McDonalds, and he rose to the president level in the Fortune 300.
He currently sits on the Boards of Flutter / Fanduel ($25bn public company); Clearcover (a fintech provider, ranked on the Fast 500); and KINS Capital ($300mm SPAC). Previously, he’s served on the client council for Snapchat (SNAP), as advisor to Slack (acquired by Salesforce for $20bn), and national board member of Defy Ventures (non-profit serving the formerly incarcerated).
* https://kevineikenberry.com/organizational-leadership/meetings-are-a-window-to-your-culture/
* https://www.linkedin.com/in/atif1/
* https://twitter.com/atifatif
* http://www.decisionsprint.com/
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Book Recommendations * Decision Sprint: The New Way to Innovate into the Unknown and Move from Strategy to Actionby Atif Rafiq * Happy at Any Cost: The Revolutionary Vision and Fatal Quest of Zappos CEO Tony Hsiehby Kirsten Grind, Katherine Sayre
Related Episodes * Making Better Decisions with Mike Whitaker * Navigating Ambiguity with Andrea Small
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From reaching the 500th episode to cherishing a 37th wedding anniversary, Kevin shares why acknowledging these achievements is essential for growth and appreciation.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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Change happens. Navigating change is an essential skill for leaders and organizations. Curtis Bateman suggests that we look to our team as the drivers of change. Organizations change when people change. Curtis joins Kevin to explore the challenges and steps in organizational change efforts and how to lead change more effectively. Leaders can, and need to, be patient with their team and acknowledge that they may need time to join the change journey. He shares the four zones of change and the importance of each zone and why we should not skip a zone.
Meet Curtis * Name: Curtis Bateman
* Curtis' Story: Curtis Bateman co-authors the book Change: How to Turn Uncertainty into Opportunity. He is FranklinCovey’s vice president of international direct offices. With over twenty-five years of experience in the training industry, His passion for enabling organizations “at change” resulted in co-creating transformative, industry-leading solutions, including Change Element, Leaders@Change, Managing Millennials, Millennials@Work, and the Change Practitioner.
Formerly the president and CEO at Red Tree Leadership, Curtis managed the world-class brand Who Moved My Cheese? and created a practical approach to help individuals and leaders succeed in an ever-complex world of change in the workplace.
Curtis joined FranklinCovey as a senior change consultant and co-practice leader. In 2016, Curtis became managing director of the U.K. and Ireland, in 2018 was asked to assume additional management responsibilities in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, and in 2019 took on additional responsibility for China, Japan, and Australia.
* https://www.franklincovey.com/books/change-book/
* https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtisabateman/
* https://www.instagram.com/curtisabateman/
* https://www.facebook.com/curtis.bateman.14
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Book Recommendations * Change: How to Turn Uncertainty Into Opportunityby Curtis Bateman, Marche Pleshette, Andy Cindrich, Christi Phillips * The Founder's Mentality: How to Overcome the Predictable Crises of Growthby Chris Zook, James Allen
Related Episodes * Leading Large-Scale Change with Bill Schaninger * Growing People and Companies Through Change with Stacy Henry * Flux: How to Thrive in Times of Change with April Rinne
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Listening is important for our interactions and our ongoing relationships. Heather R. Younger joins Kevin to talk about active listening, which is more than nodding your head and repeating what someone says. Active listening uses your senses to recognize what is unsaid. Active listening is about engaging with the other person, showing interest, and understanding their emotional state. Active listening is about taking the time to research, reflect, and analyze the feedback or request received. Active listening is acting, even if the action is a compromise or a no. Lastly, active listening is consistently closing the loop to show that their voice is valued and their feedback matters.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction to the importance of active listening
02:14 Heather Younger's background and motivation for focusing on listening
06:23 Definition of active listening as understanding what others want
08:38 The five steps of the active listening cycle
11:44 Step 1: Recognizing the unsaid
15:15 Step 2: Seeking to understand
18:28 Step 3: Decoding and reflecting
22:43 Step 4: Taking action
24:46 Step 5: Closing the loop
30:00 Conclusion
Meet Heather * Name: Heather R. Younger * Her Story: Heather R. Younger is the author of The Art of Active Listening: How People at Work Feel Heard, Valued, and Understood. She is an experienced international keynote speaker, best-selling author, CEO, and Founder of Employee Fanatix. Her experiences as an entrepreneur, manager, attorney, writer, coach, listener, speaker, collaborator, and mother of 4 all lend themselves to a laser-focused clarity into what makes employees of organizations and companies—large and small—tick. * https://heatheryounger.com/ * http://theartofcaringleadership.com/ * https://employeefanatix.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherryounger/ * https://www.instagram.com/heatherryoungerofficial/ * https://twitter.com/HeatherRYounger * https://www.facebook.com/HeatherRYounger
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Book Recommendations * The Art of Active Listening: How People at Work Feel Heard, Valued, and Understoodby Heather R. Younger * Discover Your Fair Advantage: Leverage Your Unique Selling Points and Human Potential for Work, Business and Lifeby Sylvie di Giusto
Related Episodes * Connecting with Others Through Listening with Ximena Vengoechea * Using Communication Tools to Transform Work Relationships with Katie McCleary
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Discover the solitary practices that turbocharge teamwork with Kevin Eikenberry on Remarkable TV. Explore the art of reflective thinking, bold dreaming, and meticulous planning for enhanced collaboration. Join the journey to harness introspection, amplify synergy, and lead with purpose.
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
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Bold moves are meaningful actions you can take to grow and move forward. Shanna Hocking joins Kevin to discuss bold moves and share examples. Shanna emphasizes the importance of mindsets and how they shape our actions and outcomes. The discussion focuses on four key mindsets: Gratitude, Progress, Happiness, and And Mindset. Shanna shares actionable ways to grow and develop personally and professionally. From reading and continuous learning to intentional rest and having an accountability partner, Shanna provides a roadmap for self-investment and long-term success.
Listen For... 00:00 Introduction to the topic of women reaching their potential in their careers
02:50 Introduction of guest, Shanna Hocking
03:13 Discussion on the four mindsets for success
05:06 Importance of mindset in personal and professional growth
08:11 Importance of mindset in the writing process
09:39 The connection between gratitude and progress mindset
13:56 The importance of the "and" mindset
15:33 The role of leaders in supporting women's career growth
19:35 The importance of investing in oneself
22:59 Strategies for building belief in oneself
30:33 Where to find the book and learn more about the author
Meet Shanna Shanna's Story: Shanna Hocking is the author of One Bold Move a Day: Meaningful Actions Women Can Take to Fulfill Their Leadership and Career Potential, which was recognized by The Next Big Idea Club as “must read nonfiction.” She is a leadership consultant, philanthropic strategist, author, and speaker with 20 years of experience raising hundreds of millions of dollars and leading large teams at organizations such as the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Alabama, and Duke University. Her clients include universities, national nonprofit organizations, global businesses, and family foundations.
https://www.shannaahocking.com/book
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking
http://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking
http://www.twitter.com/shannaahocking
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Book Recommendations * One Bold Move a Day: Meaningful Actions Women Can Take to Fulfill Their Leadership and Career Potential by Shanna A. Hocking
Related Episodes * Networking for People Who Hate Networking with Devora Zack
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Compassion is trending and has gone through quite an evolution. Kevin sits down with Nate Regier to discuss that compassion and accountability can coexist and are crucial for effective leadership; they are not mutually exclusive. He shares three foundational switches of compassion: value, capability, and responsibility. Each switch represents a decision or choice made in relation to others.
Listen for... 00:00 Introduction to the topic of compassion and accountability in business
01:23 The decision to write the book and the importance of compassion
02:35 Definition of compassionate accountability and its importance in leadership
08:05 The difference between accountability and responsibility
10:07 The evolution of compassion in the business world
15:39 The three switches of compassion: value, capability, and responsibility
24:45 Implementing compassionate accountability in organizational culture
29:25 Overcoming barriers to compassionate accountability
31:56 Where to learn more about the book and take the assessment
33:09 The importance of taking action and implementing the ideas discussed
Meet Nate His Story: Nate Regier, Ph.D., is the author of four books: Beyond Drama; Conflict without Casualties; Seeing People Through; and his newest book, Compassionate Accountability. He is the CEO and founder of Next Element Consulting, a global leadership consulting and training firm helping build cultures of compassionate accountability. Dr. Regier is a former practicing psychologist and expert in social-emotional intelligence, interpersonal communication, conflict skills, and leadership. Nate is a sought-after keynote presenter, recognized as a Top 100 keynote speaker. Nate is the author of four books: Beyond Drama; Conflict without Casualties; Seeing People Through; and his newest book, Compassionate Accountability. He hosts a podcast called “On Compassion with Dr. Nate,” writes a weekly blog, contributes to multiple industry publications, and is a regular guest on podcasts.
https://www.next-element.com/compassionateaccountabilitybook/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nateregier/
https://www.next-element.com/
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Book Recommendations * Compassionate Accountability: How Leaders Build Connection and Get Results by Nate Regier PhD * Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experienceby Brené Brown * The Performance Paradox: Turning the Power of Mindset into Actionby Eduardo Briceño
Related Episodes * Leading with Compassionate Accountability with Nate Regier * Creating the We Mindset with Dr. Eric George * Understanding the Success Mindsets with Ryan Gottfredson
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
In this empowering episode, leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry delves into the true meaning of empowerment in the workplace. Discover how clarity, support, and autonomy play pivotal roles in empowering your team to reach their full potential.
This is a special episode of the Remarkable Leadership podcast entitled My Remarkable Journey. Kevin sits down with Keith Smith to learn about his journey toward becoming the leader he is today. Keith is the President and CEO of Vonco Products in Trevor, WI. Keith recalls his first leadership role as a lead man in a printing company, which marked the beginning of his intentional journey as a leader. He also discusses the significance of managing personal energy instead of just focusing on time management.
Meet Keith His Story: Keith Smith is on a mission to help leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors live more empowered lives, cultivate innovation, overcome fear, and become more effective leaders. Keith strives to make a difference by sharing his energy, experience, and passion, imparting wisdom and thought leadership, and being in the present during times of need. Keith has over 25 years of experience as an executive leader, mentor, and motivator.
https://keithsmith.io/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-smith-725508b/
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Book Recommendations * The Obstacle is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumphby Ryan Holiday
Related Episodes * Energy and Leadership with Rick Maurer * Grow Your People to Grow Your Company with Whitney Johnson
Gender bias and inequality in the workplace is not a new problem. Despite its longstanding presence, this problem continues to linger, impacting the professional growth and opportunities of women worldwide. Only 12% of paid executive officers in publicly held companies are women. Andrea Kramer and Alton Harris join Kevin to discuss their approach to addressing this problem. They argue that traditional anti-bias training programs are ineffective. You can’t tell someone, don’t do that. Instead, they suggest eliminating exclusionary behaviors and biases from organizational policies and practices. They also debunk five gender myths, including the idea that women lack ambition, are less self-confident, and cannot handle risks and leadership roles.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction
04:41 Statistics of gender inequality
07:19 Reasons for the persistence of gender inequality
10:27 Suggestions for improving the effectiveness of training programs
12:59 Introduction of the five gender myths
18:16 Overview of the four parts of the PATH program
25:59 Impact of the pandemic on gender inequality
32:58 Book recommendations
36:20 Closing
Meet Andrea and Alton Their Story: Andrea S. Kramer (Andie) and Alton B. Harris (Al) are distinguished attorneys, married to each other and co-authors of Beyond Bias: The PATH to End Gender Inequality at Work. For decades, Andie and Al have tackled gender bias in the workplace through speaking, workshops, articles, blog posts, podcasts, one-on-one counseling, and engagements with national and international business and professional organizations. They have appeared in The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The Huffington Post, The Chicago Tribune, Fast Company, Crain's, and many other publications. They provide practical techniques that women, men, and organizations can use to prevent the gender stereotypes and the biases that flow from them from slowing down or derailing women's careers.
https://andieandal.com/
https://twitter.com/AndieandAl
https://www.linkedin.com/company/andieandal/people/
https://www.youtube.com/@andreakramer3985
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Book Recommendations * Beyond Bias: The PATH to End Gender Inequality at Workby Andrea S. Kramer, Alton B. Harris * The Professor and the Madmanby Simon Winchester * Krakatoa: The Day the World Exploded: August 27, 1883by Simon Winchester
Related Episodes * Lessons from a Female Entrepreneur with Becky Robinson * The Power of Enterprise Engagement with Bruce Bolger * Understanding the Employee Experience with Jacob Morgan
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
The workplace revolution has been brewing for some time. This isn’t new information and the pandemic just accelerated the change. Phil Simon joins Kevin to discuss the future of work and the nine tectonic forces reshaping the workplace. This includes the impact of technology on work, the rise of remote work, the importance of agility and adaptability, and the changing nature of leadership in the modern workplace. Leaders need to pay attention to both emerging technologies and employee engagement.
Listen For 00:00 Introduction to the topic of the future and its impact on leadership
01:06 Introduction of the guest, Phil Simon, and his background
02:18 Discussion on the Phil Simon's feelings about the future
05:40 Overview of the nine tectonic forces reshaping the workplace
09:10 Discussion on the impact of fractional work arrangements
19:07 Explanation of blockchain and its importance in verifying work
25:49 Exploration of the solow's paradox and its impact on productivity
29:24 Recommendation to "steer into the skid" and embrace these changes
34:49 Information on where to learn more about the book and Phil Simon
35:59 Conclusion
Phil's Story: Phil Simon is the author of Zoom for Dummies®, Slack for Dummies®, and his latest book, Nine: The Tectonic Forces That Are Reshaping the Workplace. He is a sought-after speaker and recognized authority on technology, collaboration, and the future of work. He advises companies on how to use technology. His previous books include the award winners Reimagining Collaboration, Message Not Received, and The Age of the Platform. Simon’s contributions have appeared in Harvard Business Review, CNN, Inc., The New York Times, Wired, NBC, CNBC, BusinessWeek, and many other prominent media outlets. He holds degrees from Carnegie Mellon University and Cornell University.
Connect with Phil Simon
- https://www.philsimon.com/
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conversations-about-collaboration/id1535861780
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/thephilsimon/
- https://www.youtube.com/@PhilSimon
- https://twitter.com/philsimon
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Book Recommendations * The Nine: The Tectonic Forces Reshaping the Workplace (The Future of Work) by Phil Simon * Wonder Boy: Tony Hsieh, Zappos, and the Myth of Happiness in Silicon Valleyby Angel Au-Yeung, David Jeans
Like This? * How to Navigate the Future with Margaret Heffernan * How the Future Works with Brian Elliott
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Psychological safety is a significant topic in organizational health and culture. Minette Norman and Karolin Helbig go a step further and believe it is the foundation for high performing teams. They join Kevin to discuss their key insights and examples that illustrate the power of psychological safety. They provide actionable strategies that you can implement in your own workplace. From humility to inclusion boosters, taking turns in speaking to creating a healthy agenda for meetings. These steps help create a culture where team members feel empowered, valued, and confident to take risks and contribute their best.
Key Points * Minette and Karolin provide an insightful definition of psychological safety. They share their innovative approach through five powerful plays. These plays include: Communicate courageously, Master the art of listening, Manage your reactions, Embrace risk and failure, and Design inclusive rituals. * Each play is accompanied by practical actions that you can implement right away to foster psychological safety within your team.
Meet Karolin and Minette * Name: Karolin Helbig and Minette Norman * Their Stories: Karolin Helbig and Minette Norman are the authors of The Psychological Safety Playbook. Karolin spent more than 15 years with McKinsey as a top management consultant and in leadership development, and has a deep expertise in science, helps leaders increase their effectiveness, optimize team performance, and transform their organizations through mindset, emotional intelligence, and psychological safety. She integrates neuroscience research that revolutionizes the way we understand human brains functioning and translates it into applicable and powerful leadership practices.
Building on her three decades leading global, technical teams in the software industry, Minette Norman focuses on developing transformational leaders who create inclusive working environments with a foundation of psychological safety. She has a deep commitment to fostering inclusion in the workplace and is a sought-after speaker in the areas of psychological safety, inclusive cultures, radical empathy, and collaborative teams. * Worth Mentioning: Prior to McKinsey, Karolin received her PhD in human genetics from the Phillipps-Universität in Marburg, Germany. Today, she integrates neuroscience findings that revolutionize the way we understand how human brains function and translates them into applicable and powerful leadership practices.
Minette holds degrees in Drama and French from Tufts University and studied at the Sorbonne Nouvelle in Paris. In 2017, she was named as one of the “Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business” by the San Francisco Business Times and as “Business Role Model of the Year” in the 2018 Women in IT/Silicon Valley Awards, Minette is a recognized leader with a unique perspective. * https://thepsychologicalsafetyplaybook.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/karolinhelbig/ * https://karolinhelbig.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/minettenorman/ * https://www.minettenorman.com/
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Book Recommendations * The Psychological Safety Playbook: Lead More Powerfully by Being More Humanby Karolin Helbig, Minette Norman * Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Lifeby Nir Eyal * Rising: From a Mud Hut to the Boardroom ― and Back Againby Graci Harkema
Related Episodes * How Stewardship Changes our Leadership Success with David York * Culture is the Way with Matt Mayberry
Kevin Eikenberry, a renowned leadership expert, addresses the challenge of negative economic news and offers practical guidance for individuals and leaders. He acknowledges that the media often focuses on the negative aspects of the economy, and he encourages viewers to remember that the macroeconomic situation may not necessarily reflect their own experiences or outcomes. Eikenberry emphasizes the importance of looking beyond the headlines and assessing one's own situation objectively. Instead of obsessing over negative news, he advises viewers to seek opportunities amidst economic downturns, such as cross-training employees or exploring new products and services. By focusing on what they can control and influencing their own actions and mindset, individuals and leaders can increase their chances of success. Eikenberry also stresses the significance of open discussions with teams to address concerns and align efforts. Ultimately, he urges viewers to keep moving forward, emphasizing that proactive adjustment and adaptation are crucial for thriving in different economic seasons.
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Do you play well with others? Many of us have not received formal training in collaboration, which can lead to frustration and decreased productivity. Dr. Deb Mashek joins Kevin to discuss the journey from simply collaborating to collaborating in a great way. By developing our collaboration skills, we can experience increased productivity, improved outcomes, and more fulfilling work.
Key Points * Deb shares the factors that determine a successful collaboration, emphasizing the importance of setting clear expectations. * She provides her own Mashek Matrix to help guide us in our collaborative efforts.
Meet Deb * Name: Dr. Deb Mashek * Her Story: Dr. Deb Mashek, Ph.D., is the author of Collabor(h)ate: How to build incredible collaborative relationships at work (even if you’d rather work alone). Named one of the Top 35 Women in Higher Education by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, she has been featured in various media outlets. Deb is the founder of Myco Consulting LLC, where she applies relationship science to help people collaborate better and to help business leaders navigate the relationship headwinds that tank timelines, bottom lines, and well-being. * Worth Mentioning: Previously a Full Professor of Social Psychology at Harvey Mudd College, Deb served as the college’s Associate Dean for Faculty Development and the founding Director of Claremont College’s Office of Consortial Academic Collaboration. She served as the inaugural Executive Director of Heterodox Academy, a national nonprofit advancing constructive disagreement on college campuses. A member of the Association for Collaborative Leadership and the International Coaching Federation, Deb has been an invited speaker on collaboration and viewpoint diversity at leading organizations, including the United Nations and the American Psychological Association. * https://www.debmashek.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-mashek/ * https://twitter.com/DebMashek * https://tiktok.com/@DebMashek * https://instagram.com/DebMashek
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Book Recommendations * Collabor(h)ate: How to build incredible collaborative relationships at work (even if you’d rather work alone)by Deb Mashek * Give Smart: Philanthropy that Gets Resultsby Thomas J. Tierney
Additional Resources * 10 Questions to Ask Before Beginning a Collaboration * Mashek Matrix * Myco Consulting * Dr. Mashek's blog on Psychology Today
Related Episodes * The Future of Collaborative Leadership with Dr. Edward Marshall * Understanding Collaboration with Carlos Valdes-Dapena * Beyond Collaboration Overload with Rob Cross
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About this video : In this episode of Remarkable TV, leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry discusses the importance of being comfortable with saying "I don't know." As a leader, it's not necessary to have all the answers, and in fact, being willing to admit when you don't know something can make you a better leader. Kevin explores how saying "I don't know" creates space for others to contribute, models a culture of learning, prevents others from overly relying on you for answers, and fosters collaboration and connection within your team. By valuing the contributions of others and being open to learning together, you can unleash your remarkable potential as a leader.
Regardless of title, we are all leaders, and we are all followers. Doug Lennick and Chuck Wachendorfer join Kevin to discuss mentorship, leadership, and taking action to create change. They share that we get to choose to be our ideal selves rather than waiting for someone else to fix things. By becoming better leaders, we can positively influence those around us both personally and professionally.
Key Points * Chuck and Doug discuss their 8 leadership essentials with a focus on Decide Wisely, Know Your Real Self, and Let Go of What You Know. * They explore the Conflict/Growth Paradox. * They talk about how they think the pandemic impacted the essentials
Meet Chuck and Doug * Names: Chuck Wachendorfer and Doug Lennick
* Their Story: Doug and Chuck are the authors of Don’t Wait for Someone Else to Fix It! 8 Essentials to Enhance Your Leadership Impact at Work, Home And Anywhere Else that Needs You. Doug is the founding CEO of think2perform, a high-performance leadership development.
Chuck is the President of Distribution at think2perform. He is a renowned leadership development professional and has worked with clients including American Express, Wells Fargo, Comerica Bank, and others.
* Worth Mentioning: Doug is an author or co-author of six titles including, Leveraging Your Financial Intelligence: At the Intersection of Money, Health and Happiness and co-author Moral Intelligence 2.0: Enhancing Business Performance and Leadership Success in Turbulent Times.
With a background in mechanical engineering, Chuck spent 17 years at American Express Financial Advisors/Ameriprise Financial as a successful senior leader setting performance records and leading thousands of personnel across five different states
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Book Recommendations * *Don't Wait for Someone Else to Fix It: 8 Essentials to Enhance Your Leadership Impact at Work, Home, and Anywhere Else That Needs You*by Doug Lennick, Chuck Wachendorfer
- Trust and Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Othersby Stephen M.R. Covey, David Kasperson, McKinlee Covey, Gary T. Judd
- Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Onesby James Clear
- Big Feelings: How to Be Okay When Things Are Not Okay by Liz Fosslien, Mollie West Duffy
- The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement - 30th Anniversary Editionby Eliyahu M. Goldratt, Jeff Cox
Related Episodes * The Mindsets That Separate the Best Leaders with Vikram Malhotra * Leading to Greatness with Jim Reid
In this episode of Remarkable TV, host Kevin Eikenberry delves into the topic of personal excellence and shares six key habits that can help individuals achieve higher levels of success. He emphasizes the importance of selecting and prioritizing points of excellence, continually learning and applying knowledge, developing strong interpersonal skills, maintaining mental and physical fitness, practicing effective time management, and strengthening confidence. By cultivating these habits, viewers can unleash their remarkable potential and move closer to achieving personal excellence. Don't miss out on this insightful episode that provides actionable strategies for personal growth and success.
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
To effectively manage the chaos that often arises in growing organizations, leaders must have the necessary tools and strategies at their disposal. Patrick Thean recently joined Kevin to discuss the concept of rhythm and its ability to provide a framework for handling chaos. By establishing a regular cadence and implementing systems and routines that promote smoother operations, leaders can create a sense of predictability even in the face of unexpected challenges. Rhythm can take many forms, such as weekly meetings or quarterly strategy sessions, and is essential for effective planning and execution.
Key Points * Patrick Thean discusses the importance of Rhythm and the framework of Think, Plan, Do. * He shares the Idea Bench and keys to better planning. * He talks about creating leading indicators and key leadership mindsets.
Meet Patrick * Name: Patrick Thean * His Story: Patrick is the author of Rhythm: How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growth (Greenleaf Book Group, Feb. 2014), which he recently updated and re-released in February of 2022. He is the CEO and Co-Founder of Rhythm Systems, focused on helping CEOs and their teams experience breakthroughs to achieve their dreams and goals. He is an international speaker, CEO coach, and serial entrepreneur. His work has been seen on NBC, CBS, and Fox. Patrick was named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year in 1996 for North Carolina as he grew his first company to #151 on the Inc 500 (now called the Inc. 5000). * Worth Mentioning: Patrick is passionate about Samaritan’s Feet, an organization that serves and inspires hope in children by providing shoes and saving them from life-threatening foot-borne diseases. He helped the organization dream and executed its first BHAG (Big Hairy Audacious Goal) of putting ten million pairs of shoes on children's feet worldwide. Today, Samaritan’s Feet is imagining a world with zero shoeless children. * https://www.patrickthean.com/new-home * https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickthean/ * https://twitter.com/pthean
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Book Recommendations * Rhythm: How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growthby Patrick Thean * Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Lifeby Richard Rohr
Related Episodes * Rethinking Competitive Advantage with Ram Charan
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
About: In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry, renowned leadership expert, encourages viewers to embrace excellence in their lives. He defines excellence as the pursuit of being outstanding or extremely good, and emphasizes its positive impact on self-confidence, attitude, and results. By choosing excellence, individuals open doors to new opportunities and personal growth. Kevin challenges viewers to reflect on a specific area in their lives where they aspire to excel and take actionable steps towards improvement. Join Kevin Eikenberry on this inspiring journey towards choosing excellence and unlock your remarkable potential as a leader and as a human being. Subscribe now to the Remarkable Leadership podcast for more insightful episodes.
We know that strong, positive organizational cultures lead to success. Kyle McDowell believes corporate culture is broken due to decreasing engagement, apathy, bureaucracy, and inauthenticity. He shares with Kevin that cultures of excellence should be based on guiding principles; the truths everyone in the organization aligns with. His 10 principles start with “we” to emphasize responsibility and involvement from the entire team.
Key Points * Kyle McDowell defines a culture of excellence. * He discusses his 10 principles to excellence including: WE1 – We do the right things. Always. WE4 – We take action. WE7 – We measure ourselves by outcomes, not activity.
Meet Kyle * Name: Kyle McDowell * His Story: Kyle McDowell is the author of Begin With WE: 10 Principles for Building and Sustaining a Culture of Excellence. For nearly three decades, McDowell has amassed an impressive track record of delivering business results while leading tens of thousands of employees at some of America’s largest corporations, including United Health Group, CVS Health, and Bank of America. * Worth Mentioning: He founded Kyle McDowell Inc., a global leadership and cultural transformation firm committed to developing authentic and courageous leaders who want to cultivate a better, WE-oriented, work life. He is regularly invited to speak at business, educational, and nonprofit institutions and events. He has been featured in major national publications, such as The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Inc. Magazine. McDowell holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of South Florida and an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. * https://kylemcdowellinc.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemcdowellinc/ * https://instagram.com/kylemcdowellinc/ * https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1aVoHvcddsahSOST9YmA6A * https://www.facebook.com/KyleMcDowellInc
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Book Recommendations * Begin With WE: 10 Principles for Building and Sustaining a Culture of Excellenceby Kyle McDowell * Meditations: A New Translationby Marcus Aurelius (Author), Gregory Hays (Translator) * The Secret Life of Pronouns: What Our Words Say About Usby James W. Pennebaker
Related Episodes * A Culture of Servant Leadership with Mark Deterding * Culture and Values with Joe Tye * Building a Powerful Culture with Patty McCord * The Excellence Dividend with Tom Peters * A Guide to Excellence with Tom Peters
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Work is part of our lives, and it can be difficult. Melissa Swift thinks we can do better for the world and make a living and it doesn’t have to suck. She joins Kevin to discuss how work can be transformed to be less challenging and more successful. According to Melissa, work has intensified, and we are facing the psychological equivalent of the early days of factory work, which is indirectly killing us. Organizations need to re-engineer how their team operates. If work doesn’t suck, you will have better productivity.
Key Points * Melissa Swift shares why she thinks work is broken and how it has changed. * She discusses the negative impact of the “work anxiety monster” and the “boss baby customer”.
Meet Melissa * Name: Melissa Swift * Her Story: Melissa Swift is the author of Work Here Now: Think Like a Human and Build a Powerhouse Workplace. She leads Transformation Solutions for Mercer US and Canada and is responsible for the firm’s efforts in the areas of workforce transformation, HR transformation, diversity equity and inclusion, and workforce analytics. Swift has helped build businesses in the ESG transformation space, including launching the Sustainability Services and Cleantech practices at Deloitte and conducting two landmark carbon credit derivatives trades at Deutsche Bank. * Worth Mentioning: Melissa is a recognized thought leader about the future of work in the pandemic era. She has been quoted on the subject in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, The Economist, The Washington Post, Axios, and more. She earned her B.A. from Harvard University and her MBA from Columbia Business School. * https://www.linkedin.com/in/swiftmelissa/ * https://twitter.com/meswift
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Book Recommendations * Work Here Now: Think Like a Human and Build a Powerhouse Workplace by Melissa Swift * The Confidence Game: Why We Fall for It . . . Every Timeby Maria Konnikova
Related Episodes * Turning Culture into Competitive Advantage with Jeff Grimshaw
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In this episode, Kevin discusses the power of focus and shares valuable tips to make focus more natural and effortless. He compares the futile act of pushing a string to our attempts at being focused, only to find ourselves distracted and frustrated. Kevin introduces a new perspective, equating focus to the center of attention, just like the focal point in a great photograph. By understanding the importance of why we're focusing and reconnecting with the meaning behind our tasks, we can shift from forcing focus to choosing focus. Kevin emphasizes that when we align our interests and attention, focus becomes a natural outcome.
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
How are we doing? This is a simple question. However, we need to be vulnerable to hear the answers. Marc Lesser joins Kevin to discuss the importance of clarity, accountability, and compassion in creating relationships and successful teams. Lesser believes the business world has finally caught up with the idea that humanity is critical for success. Effective leaders must be confident and have a vision. They also need to be humble and depend on their teams.
Key Points * Marc Lesser discusses finding clarity through compassionate accountability and why this matters to our team. * He shares his “no festering” rule. He talks about how we can start by stopping.
Meet Marc * Name: Marc Lesser * His Story: Marc is the author of several books, including his newest book Finding Clarity: How Compassionate Accountability Builds Vibrant Relationships, Thriving Workplaces, and Meaningful Lives. He is a CEO, executive coach, and Zen teacher with over 25 years of experience supporting leaders in reaching their full potential in business and life. * Worth Mentioning: He is widely known for developing the Search Inside Yourself program within Google, a mindfulness-based emotional intelligence training for leaders that has been taught to thousands of executives worldwide. He also founded and served as CEO of the Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute. Lesser is currently the CEO of ZBA Associates. He is also the host of the popular podcast, “Zen Bones: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times.” * https://marclesser.net/
Book Recommendations * Finding Clarity: How Compassionate Accountability Builds Vibrant Relationships, Thriving Workplaces, and Meaningful Livesby Marc Lesser * Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankindby Yuval Harari * These Truths: A History of the United Statesby Jill Lepore
Related Episodes * Leading with Compassionate Accountability with Nate Regier * Making Better Choices with Dr. Jim Loehr and Dr. Sheila Ohlsson Walker
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
In the spring of 2020, the way we worked changed. It might not have been pretty and look at what we accomplished. Heather McGowan tells Kevin the relationships between individuals and organizations changed. More people are asking where work fits in their lives. As such, leaders need to shift their perspectives and become more empathetic. By developing empathy, leaders can better understand themselves and connect with their team, customers, and stakeholders, leading to greater collaboration, innovation, and success.
Key Points * Heather McGowan discusses the Future of Work. * She talks about workplace trends and what leaders need to know about their team’s perspective. * She shares the 4 shifts in leadership. These include a shift in mindset, culture, approach, and behavior.
Meet Heather * Name: Heather McGowan * Her Story: Heather E McGowan is the co-author with Chris Shipley of The Adaptation Advantage and the latest book, The Empathy Advantage. She is one of the leading voices on the Future of Work. McGowan is a sense maker, a dot connector, a deep thinker, and a pattern matcher who sees things that others miss. * Worth Mentioning: Heather is transforming mindsets and entire organizations around the globe with her message about how the next phase of work will focus on continuous learning and how leadership must shift to guide these expeditions. Her groundbreaking approach to learning has made employees more fulfilled and innovative, leaders more potent and empathetic, and businesses more effective at reaching their goals in a rapidly evolving market. * http://www.heathermcgowan.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathermcgowan * https://twitter.com/heathermcgowan
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Book Recommendations * The Empathy Advantage: Leading the Empowered Workforce by Heather E. McGowan and Chris Shipley * The Day They Shook the Plum Treeby Arthur h.lewis * by Charles Slack
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
We know that stress levels are high today. Karen Dillon and Rob Cross found that it’s not only because of your macrostressors like a job loss, death, or illness. Karen tells Kevin that there is more microstress due to our connectivity. These are the little stressors that accumulate and lead to significant negative impacts on our mental and physical well-being. Karen shares some language we can use to describe microstress and how we can reduce their effects.
Key Points * Karen defines microstress. She shares the connection between microstress and burnout. * She categorizes types of microstressors and examples to mitigate the impact. These include Microstressors that 1. Drain our capacity to get things done. 2. Deplete our emotional reserves. 3. Challenge our identity.
Meet Karen * Name: Karen Dillon * Her Story: Karen is the co-author, with Rob Cross, of her latest book, The Mircrostress Effect- How Little Things Pile up and Create Big Problems – and What to Do About It. She is a former editor of Harvard Business Review; Karen is also a current member of the faculty of Intermountain Healthcare Leadership Institute. * Worth Mentioning: Karen is the co-author of three books with Clayton Christensen, including the New York Times best-seller, How Will You Measure Your Life? She is also co-author of the Wall Street Journal business best-seller Competing Against Luck: The Story of Innovation and Customer Choice and The Prosperity Paradox: How Innovation Can Lift Nations Out of Poverty (Thinkers50 finalist, Breakthrough Idea, 2019). * https://www.karendillon.net/ * https://twitter.com/KarDillon
Book Recommendations * The Microstress Effect: How Little Things Pile Up and Create Big Problems--and What to Do about Itby Rob Cross & Karen Dillon * Getting Along How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People)by Amy Gallo
Related Episodes * Leadership Resilience with Ama Marston * Beyond Collaboration Overload with Rob Cross * Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone with Amy Gallo
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Too often, when we focus on the reward or incentive, we lose interest in the work and effort decreases, eventually leading to negative outcomes. Stefan Falk suggests that, as humans, we want to learn, grow, and do good by others. When we are intrinsically motivated, we become happier and more productive. He highlights the importance of changing our mindset and provides actionable exercises to nurture our intrinsic motivation. By discovering joy in our work, we can encourage our teams to do the same and create a path to success.
Key Points * Stefan Falk defines intrinsic motivation and why we default to extrinsic motivation. * He shares the mindset shift to make intrinsic motivation work for us. * He provides practical exercises we can use.
Meet Stefan * Name: Stefan Falk * His Story: Stefan Falk is the author of Intrinsic Motivation: Learn to Love Your Work and Succeed as Never Before. Falk is an internationally recognized human performance expert for top business executives, specials-ops in the armed forces, and elite athletes. He has spent more than thirty years helping thousands of individuals, teams, and organizations become intrinsically motivated. He is a McKinsey & Company alumnus specializing in leadership and corporate transformation, he has trained over 4,000 leaders across more than 60 different client organizations in North America and Europe. * Worth Mentioning: Stefan has studied employee satisfaction surveys and other relevant work performance data covering more than 1,500,000 professionals and performed more than 2,000 360-feedback interviews and surveys around more than a 1,000 leaders and executives. He has held C-suite roles at several global companies and has been responsible for driving corporate transformations valued in excess of two billion dollars. His mentor for many years was the late professor Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, author of many books, including Finding Flow, Creativity – The flow of discovery and innovation, and The Evolving Self. * https://learntoloveyourwork.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefan-falk-22461919/
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Book Recommendations * Intrinsic Motivation: Learn to Love Your Work and Succeed as Never Beforeby Stefan Falk * Creativity: Flow and the Psychology of Discovery and Inventionby Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
Related Episodes * Reframing Problems with Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg * Being Impact Player with Liz Wiseman
Learn how to overcome FOMO (Fear of Other People's Opinions) and reach your potential as a leader and human being with Kevin Eikenberry in this episode of Remarkable TV. **** Subscribe to The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: https://remarkablepodcast.com/follow
In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry, a renowned leadership expert, delves into the topic of FOPO (Fear of Other People's Opinions) and how it can hold us back from reaching our potential. He asks the crucial question of whether other people's opinions are impacting our decisions and offers three ways to assess whether we are suffering from FOPO. Eikenberry emphasizes the importance of listening to feedback without letting fear stop us from pursuing our goals. He provides practical insights on how to strike a balance between valuing other people's perspectives and being wise in our decision-making. Don't miss this inspiring and thought-provoking episode to learn how to overcome FOPO and increase your impact and happiness as a leader and human being.
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Ping-pong tables, free-lunch Friday, or another amenity are just things. Things are not culture. Culture is how you show up. Shaara Roman joins Kevin to discuss building a conscious workplace. Often, there is a disconnect between what we say our culture is and what we see, feel, and hear in the hallways (virtual or physical). When you are conscious of your culture, you know and live your values. You know what differentiates you from the competitors. You know how to hold people accountable. When we know our purpose, we can drive profits.
Key Points * Shaara Roman defines a conscious workplace. * She explains why culture matters. * She shares four types of culture: 1. Good Ole’ Boy 2. Get on Board 3. Nice 4. Belonging.
Meet Shaara * Name: Shaara Roman * Her Story: Shaara is the author of The Conscious Workplace: Fortify Your Culture to Thrive in Any Crisis, and the founder and CEO of The Silverene Group, a culture consulting firm that aligns people, strategy, and culture to optimize organizational performance. In 2023, The Silverene Group ranked No. 71 on Inc. Magazine's List of the Mid-Atlantic Region's Fastest-Growing Private Companies. * Worth Mentioning: Shaara has been featured in and contributed to numerous publications including SHRM, CEOWorld Magazine, HR Executive, Communications Intelligence Magazine, and HR.com, and is a frequent guest on top HR podcasts. Born in India, schooled in Nigeria and England, and having lived in Greece before coming to the US, Shaara uses her global experience as the foundation for her distinctive expertise in crafting strategies to improve culture, workforce quality, and operations across a multitude of disciplines in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. She received an MBA from Georgetown University, where she is also an adjunct professor. * https://shaararoman.com/ * www.silverenegroup.com * https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaara/
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Book Recommendations * The Conscious Workplace: Fortify Your Culture to Thrive in Any Crisisby Shaara Roman * The Reluctant Presenter: Forget everything you thought you knew about speaking by Meghan Dotter
Related Episodes * Turning Culture into Competitive Advantage with Jeff Grimshaw * Solving the Culture Puzzle with Mario Moussa and Derek Newberry
In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership podcast, leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry invites you to stop living by default and start living by design. By breaking free from routine and habit, and becoming intentional and conscious in your decision-making, you can achieve remarkable results in every area of your life. Join Kevin as he shares practical tips and insights on how to shift from floating through life to driving towards your goals, and learn how to subscribe to his LinkedIn newsletter, Remarkable Results, for even more leadership wisdom. Don't miss this inspiring and actionable episode!
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Time is valuable and powerful, so it's important to add value to everyone we meet and serve. Deepak Ohri joins Kevin to discuss the power of luxury and how it relates to getting better. Spoiler alert, luxury is not always defined by price or profit but rather by the experiences and emotional connections it provides. FOMO (fear of missing out) can hold us back, but FOPO (fear of people's opinions) can also prevent us from moving out of our comfort zone. Acknowledging failures and growing from lessons learned is key to personal and professional growth
Key Points * Deepak Ohri shares his view of luxury. * He talks about creativity meeting innovation. * He discusses transcending trends and advice on how we can get better.
Meet Deepak * Name: Deepak Ohri * His Story: Deepak Ohri is the author of A Bridge Not Too Far: Where Creativity Meets Innovation. He is the founder and CEO of lebua Hotels & Resorts is well-known worldwide as an award-winning entrepreneur who has transformed the luxury hospitality landscape in Asia. He is also the Executive in Residence, Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center at the College of Business at Florida International University where he has helped pioneer the first MBA course in luxury marketing and management. * Worth Mentioning: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepak-ohri/
In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry shares insights on how social media can be used in powerful ways to help individuals reach their goals. Despite the perceived problems associated with social media, Kevin discusses how individuals can leverage it to become an expert, answer questions, and explore hobbies or interests. He also provides tips on how to use social media intentionally by consuming what helps you, stopping what doesn't help you, following more broadly, and picking platforms based on your goals. If you want to get more out of social media and achieve your goals, be sure to check out this informative episode!
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
In this episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry asks the question, "Is aging optional?" While the calendar may say one thing, our mindset and actions determine how we age. Kevin shares several tips for staying mentally and emotionally young, including trying new things, learning new things, and spending time with younger people. He also encourages viewers to relish their wisdom while choosing not to accept their calendar age.
Key takeaways from this episode:
- Aging is optional; your mindset and actions determine how you age.
- Trying new things and learning new things are key to staying mentally and emotionally young.
- Spending time with younger people and thinking beyond your experience can help you stay open-minded and engaged.
- Embrace the wisdom that comes with age, but don't feel like you have to accept your calendar age.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
We now have up to 5 generations in the workplace. Baby boomers, Gen Z, Millennials, you name it. Each generation views the world based on the time frame they moved through history; what were the popular tv shows, what new technology was released, and what was happening worldwide. This creates a 'generation gap' that is not necessarily negative; it is an opportunity to learn. Dr. Tim Elmore joins Kevin to discuss how we can get the most out of each generation vs. putting up with each other. At the end of the day, every generation wants to be led with humility, respect, and curiosity.
Key Points * Dr. Tim Elmore discusses the factors leading to the personalities of each generation. * He shares how we can have the generation conversation without oversimplifying or stereotyping. * He talks about managing the tension in each generation.
Meet Tim * Name: Dr. Tim Elmore * His Story: Dr. Tim Elmore is the author of A New Kind of Diversity: Making the Different Generations on Your Team a Competitive Advantage. He is the founder and CEO of Growing Leaders, an Atlanta‐based non‐profit organization created to develop emerging leaders. * Worth Mentioning: Dr. Elmore’s work grew out of 20 years serving alongside John Maxwell. Elmore has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, USA Today, Psychology Today, and he’s been featured on CNN’s Headline News and Fox and Friends to talk about leading multiple generations in the marketplace. He has written over 35 books, including Habitudes: Images That Form Leadership Habits and Attitudes, Eight Paradoxes of Great Leadership. * https://www.timelmore.com/ * http://newdiversitybook.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothyelmore/ * https://www.facebook.com/drtimelmore * https://twitter.com/timelmore * https://www.instagram.com/tim_elmore/?hl=en
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Book Recommendations * A New Kind of Diversityby Tim Elmore * From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Lifeby Arthur C. Brooks * The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failureby Greg Lukianoff, Jonathan Haidt
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In this episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry shares a powerful phrase that can enhance collaboration and reduce conflict in any team or organization. Drawing on his experience co-authoring books with Wayne Turmel, Kevin explains how the simple statement "it's not a hill to die on" can help team members prioritize their concerns and find common ground, leading to better communication, compromise, and accountability. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this podcast offers practical insights into building more effective teams and achieving your full potential. Don't miss out - tune in now and discover how to become a more remarkable leader!
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
We make decisions all the time. It is estimated that we make 10-15 decisions without being aware of it in less than ten minutes. Dr. Jim Loehr and Dr. Sheila Ohlsson Walker discuss with Kevin that decision-making is a process that includes our rational, our emotional, and our intuitive intelligence. It’s important to remember that even small decisions can have an impact. The better decisions we make, the more likely we will grow into the best version of ourselves.
Key Points * Dr. Loehr and Dr. Ohlsson Walker discuss the mind-body system. * They talk about YODA – Your Own Decision Advisor and how we can strengthen our code. * They share advice that leaders can use to help their teams make better decisions.
Drs. Loehr and Ohlsson Walker are co-authors of Wise Decisions: Science-Based Approach to Making Better Choices.
Meet Jim * Name: Dr. Jim Loehr * His Story: Jim is a world-renowned performance psychologist, Co-Founder of the Human Performance Institute, and author of eighteen books, including The Only Way to Win. He also co-authored the national bestseller The Power of Full Engagement. * Worth Mentioning: Dr. Loehr is well known for his work with top-flight athletes and Olympians. He holds a masters and doctorate in psychology, serves on several scientific boards, is a full member of the American Psychological Association, and has been inducted into three Halls of Fame. * https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-loehr/ * https://t.nylas.com/t1/281/3x1ilitte4zy8sdhe98doxjr5/0/3698f3dc41e4758d8d5840174bd47fdc8bf0b218cb5d6c737079251991e2ed95
Meet Sheila * Name: Dr. Sheila Ohlsson Walker * Her Story: Sheila is a behavioral geneticist. She is a Senior Scientist at the Institute for Applied Research in Youth at Tufts University, a Visiting Assistant Professor at the Johns Hopkins University School of Education, and an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. * Worth Mentioning: Dr. Ohlsson Walker is a former professional tennis player. She earned a B.S. in Finance from the University of Colorado, Boulder, obtained a Chartered Financial Analyst designation, and held an investment career as a Portfolio Manager. She then earned a doctorate in Behavioral Genetics from the Social, Genetic, and Developmental Psychiatry Centre at King’s College London. * https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheila-ohlsson-walker-233ab3259/ * http://www.sheilaohlssonwalker.com/
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Book Recommendations * Wise Decisions: A Science-Based Approach to Making Better Choicesby James E. Loehr, Sheila Ohlsson Walker * The Goodness Paradox: The Strange Relationship Between Virtue and Violence in Human Evolutionby Richard Wrangham * The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumphby Ryan Holiday
Related Episodes * Leadership From the Inside Out with Kevin Cashman * Making Better Decisions with Mike Whitaker * Creating Deliberate Calm with Aaron De Smet
Are you frustrated with something in your life or work? Do you find yourself whining or complaining about it, wishing someone else would fix it? In this episode of Remarkable TV, leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry encourages you to take action and ask yourself, "What can I do to make it better?" Whether it's an action, a choice, a conversation, or a move, focus on what you can control and take proactive steps towards improving the situation. Not only will this change the way you think about the problem, but it may also have a positive impact on those around you. Choose wisely and start making things better today.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Culture is more than eye candy on the wall; it is how we show up every day. Matt Mayberry joins Kevin to discuss creating a positive and thriving culture. According to Mayberry, a positive culture must be clearly defined and integrated into every aspect of your company, from top to bottom. He says there must be a clear distinction between what constitutes a positive culture and what does not. Culture must be at every piece of your organization and connected to your purpose. This is how you create buy-in; this is how you create a positive culture; this is how you create organizational success.
Key Points * Matt Mayberry defines culture and why it is misunderstood. * He describes a Cultural Purpose Statement. * He shares his thoughts about culture at a distance.
Meet Matt * Name: Matt Mayberry * His Story: Matt Mayberry is the author of Culture Is the Way: How Leaders at Every Level Build an Organization for Speed, Impact, and Excellence. He is an internationally acclaimed keynote speaker and leading global expert in leadership development, culture change, and organizational performance. His insights on leadership and business performance have been featured in Forbes, Fox News, Business Insider, Fortune, NBC, ESPN, and several other major media outlets. * Worth Mentioning: Before becoming an in–demand keynote speaker, author, and management consultant, Matt was a linebacker for the Chicago Bears. Matt took the lessons he learned on the field and in the locker room straight to the boardroom. His playing days give him a unique perspective and platform to apply those lessons directly to business with a laser focus centered on leadership, culture, peak performance, and teamwork. These invaluable lessons as an athlete have been instrumental in helping him build stronger leadership teams and execute high–impact cultural transformations enhancing the performance of organizations in every sector for over a decade. * http://mattmayberryonline.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-mayberry-03047a52/ * https://www.facebook.com/LikeMattMayberry/ * https://twitter.com/MaTt_MaYbErRy
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Book Recommendations * Culture Is the Way: How Leaders at Every Level Build an Organization for Speed, Impact, and Excellenceby Matt Mayberry * The Comfort Crisis: Embrace Discomfort To Reclaim Your Wild, Happy, Healthy Selfby Michael Easter * Trust and Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Othersby Stephen M.R. Covey
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This episode is about how to create clarity in communication, whether it's for ourselves or for others. Kevin stresses the importance of clarity for building confidence, setting direction, and increasing productivity and momentum. He provides four pieces of advice for creating clarity: (1) be clear yourself before creating clarity for others, (2) communicate more clearly by picking your words carefully and ensuring that the other person has understood your message, (3) clarify your intention to avoid confusion and misinterpretation, and (4) repeat without being repetitious to connect the dots and reinforce the message. The speaker suggests that creating greater clarity in expectations, direction, and boundaries can be the most important skill for a leader.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
When you think about your career path, does it take you to the boardroom? Getting a board position is a great way to gain visibility, credibility, and experience. However, it can be difficult to understand the landscape and know where you fit. Coco Brown joins Kevin to discuss the ins and outs of boards. There are several types of boards, and it is up to you to understand the culture and the roles and responsibilities of board members.
Key Points * Coco Brown shares some myths about being on a board of directors. * She discusses the benefits of a board position and how to prepare. * She advises on preparing your network as a means to a board seat.
Meet Coco * Name: Coco Brown * Her Story: Coco Brown is the founder, CEO, and board member of The Athena Alliance, a game-changing executive firm helping to position the top 10% of executive women for advancement and board opportunities while also transforming the boardroom towards a modern composition model. Since founding Athena in the Spring of 2016, she has led the organization to a network of over 1000 C-Level women, VCs, and CEOs from over 150 companies including Accenture, Cisco, Microsoft, Intuit, Autodesk, and Alphabet / Google. She was asked to become an Insights Council member with the prestigious Nasdaq Center for Board Excellence in 2022. * Worth Mentioning: Coco’s background includes serving on 10 for-profit and nonprofit boards/advisory boards and her executive experience includes founding and building two companies and serving as the President and COO of a leading tech company. In addition to guiding and supporting executive leaders and boards, she is a sought-after speaker and writer and is frequently interviewed by business and industry publications. She has been quoted and featured in Bloomberg, Entrepreneur, Forbes, Fortune, InformationWeek, NACD Directorship, Nasdaq.com, Silicon Valley Business Journal, The Cube, The Street, and WSJ. * https://www.athenaalliance.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/cocobrown/
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In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry shares insights on the importance of being a "meaning maker." Eikenberry discusses how leaders can help themselves and their teams find purpose and meaning in their work, leading to increased engagement, ownership, and better results. He emphasizes the need for leaders to connect the dots between daily tasks and the bigger purpose, as well as helping individuals find their personal purpose. Join Eikenberry in this inspiring episode to learn how to make a bigger difference in your world as a meaning maker.
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Today I'm talking about being a focus facilitator for yourself and others. *** Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Team: https://longdistanceteambook.com/
My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
Learn more about our offerings:
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Some people are better at adapting to changing circumstances, yet this is a skill we can learn. Our brains want to revert to that which is familiar and comfortable, yet what is already known may not be what is necessary to move forward. Aaron De Smet and Kevin talk about Deliberate Calm, a practice developed to give leaders new skills to learn and lead. This doesn’t mean less change. It means we are better prepared for change, and the training we have is relevant to the situation.
Key Points * Aaron discusses the adaptability paradox. * He shares the elements of deliberate calm. * He talks about radical accountability and shares advice to create calm teams.
Meet Aaron * Name: Aaron de Smet * His Story: Aaron De Smet is the co-author of DELIBERATE CALM: How to Learn and Lead in a Volatile World with Jacqueline Brassey and Michiel Kruyt. He counsels leadership teams as they transform their organizations to improve performance, organizational health, speed, and agility. He is also an expert on organizational design, corporate culture, leadership development, team effectiveness, capability building, and transformational change. He serves clients across several industries, including agriculture, biotechnology, chemicals, energy, financial services, and healthcare. * Worth Mentioning: Aaron, who writes frequently about organizational topics, has published many articles in McKinsey Quarterly and elsewhere. He is a member of the master faculty of the Change Leaders Forum and of the Organizational Agility Forum, which he helped establish. He has also led McKinsey’s thinking on organizational health and was on the teams that developed the Organizational Health Index (OHI), OrgLab, and Influencer. He has a Ph.D. in social and organizational psychology from Columbia University, where he specialized in organizational dynamics, culture, human resource management, leadership effectiveness, and strategic change. * https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/mckinsey-on-books/deliberate-calm * https://twitter.com/harperbusiness?lang=en * https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-de-smet/
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Book Recommendations * Deliberate Calm: How to Learn and Lead in a Volatile Worldby Jacqueline Brassey, Aaron De Smet, Michiel Kruyt * The Hedgehog Effect: The Secrets of Building High Performance Teamsby Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries
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I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Innovation is not a one-time event; it’s a continuous cycle. It requires an environment that encourages and supports creativity. It requires an environment that leverages the human-centered mindset. Mauro Porcini tells Kevin that we are in an age of excellence; either you do it, or someone else will. The most important tool for innovation is curiosity. We need to maintain the balance between dreaming and executing and growing through practice.
Key Points * Mauro shares why innovation is an act of love. * He discusses design vs. design thinking. * He talks about good answers to wrong questions and trend surfing.
Meet Mauro * Name: Mauro Porcini * His Story: Mauro Porcini is the author of The Human Side of Innovation. He is the senior vice president and chief design officer at PepsiCo. In the past ten years, he and his team have won more than 1,800 design and innovation awards, and in 2018 PepsiCo was recognized by Fortune in its Business by Design list. * Worth Mentioning: He was previously 3M’s first chief design officer. Porcini has received many honors, including Fast Company’s 50 Most Influential Designers in America, Fortune’s 40 under 40, and Ad Age’slist of the 50 world’s most influential creative personalities. In 2018 Porcini was awarded a knighthood (Cavaliere) by the president of the Italian Republic.
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Book Recommendations * The Human Side of Innovation: The Power of People in Love with Peopleby Mauro Porcini
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Good leadership is essential to success, matters, and is not about you. Dr. John A. White has experienced this firsthand through 6 decades of leading and learning. He stresses that a leader should not focus on their success, instead they should put their team first and create an environment of listen, learn, love, then lead. This approach is not only beneficial for the leader, but also the team and the organization.
Key Points * Dr. John A. White shares stories that led him to write the book and the lessons he learned along the way. * He discusses the difference between being a leader and being a manager. * He gives practical advice to leading today.
Meet John * Name: Dr. John A. White * His Story: Dr. John A. White is the author of Why it Matters: Reflections on Practical Leadership. The North Central Association of Colleges and Universities called the decade of the White’s leadership of the University of Arkansas transformational, noting significant improvements occurred in all dimensions of the university. During his 6-year service as Georgia Tech's engineering dean, the college advanced from being ranked 11th to being ranked 3rd by U.S. News & World Report. * Worth Mentioning: After stepping down as chancellor of the University of Arkansas, Dr. White was encouraged by faculty colleagues to offer a course on leadership. Though he'd been an engineering educator for forty-five years by then and had never taught a course that wasn't based on equations, he was intrigued by the idea of sharing his leadership journey with students. For the following nine years, Dr. White taught Leadership Practices and Principles to seniors and graduate students from every discipline, introducing them to fifteen guest leaders over each semester and holding in-depth, frank, and often emotional conversations about the challenges, joys, heartbreaks, and diversity of approaches to successful leadership.
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Benjamin Disraeli, said “Change is inevitable. Change is constant.” Mike Morrison would add that meaningful change is not inevitable. He shares with Kevin that there will be challenges, and it is up to us to make meaning of them. As a leader, we need to excite our teams about change and have a clear vision of the future. We know it gets messy in the middle, and that is where we have the most growth.
Key Points * Mike Morrison shares the meaningful change framework. * He advises on what to do when asked to lead change you don’t agree with. * He discusses the “everydayness” and the FROM – TO Journey.
Meet Mike * Name: Mike Morrison * His Story: Mike Morrison, Ph.D., is the author of Leading Through Meaning: A Philosophical Inquiry, The Other Side of the Card, This is Not Working and the co-author of his newest book, Creating Meaningful Change. He founded and served as dean of the University of Toyota and currently consults with organizations seeking to grow their leadership, culture, and lean thinking capabilities. * Worth Mentioning: Mike continues to be a lifelong student and practitioner of leadership, culture development, and lean thinking. He has been published in a range of journals, including the Harvard Business Review, and served as a senior scientist for the Gallup Organization. * https://meaningfulchangebook.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-morrison-ph-d-580b0b14/
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Book Recommendations * Creating Meaningful Change: A Timeless Leadership Path to Transforming the Modern Work Cultureby Mike Morrison Ph.D. and Clint Kofford * Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Harari
Related Episodes * Leading Change Intelligently with Barbara Trautlein * Leading Large-Scale Change with Bill Schaninger * Unleashing Transformation with Rick Simmons
Today I’m asking: Are You a Culture Champion? **** Remarkable Leadership Podcast: https://remarkablepodcast.com/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
We know change happens. What about making change happen? Alex Budak tells Kevin change is complex and this is where we get stuck. A courageous leader has the mindset to make positive changes and acts. (Mindset + Leadership) x Action = IMPACT. We must give ourselves permission to believe in the change and be the change.
Key Points * Alex Budak shares his definition of a changemaker. * He shares the changemaker journey: changemaker mindset, changemaker leadership, and changemaker action. * He talks about confidence without attitude – both and thinking.
Meet Alex * Name: Alex Budak * His Story: Alex Budak is the author of Becoming a Changemaker: An Actionable, Inclusive Guide to Leading Positive Change at Any Level. He is a social entrepreneur and faculty member at Berkeley Haas. He teaches, speaks, and writes to help people make a positive impact in their lives, career, communities, and society. At UC Berkeley, Alex created and teaches the transformative course, “Becoming a Changemaker,” and is a Lecturer and Faculty Director for Berkeley Executive Education programs. * Worth Mentioning: As a social entrepreneur, Alex co‐founded StartSomeGood.com, ran Sweden’s most prominent social innovation incubator, Reach for Change, and helped Change.org scale globally. He has given talks on leadership, entrepreneurship, and changemaking around the world, from Cambodia to Ukraine to the Arctic Circle, and at the White House, UN Agencies, and leading companies. * https://alexbudak.com/ * https://changemakerbook.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbudak/ * https://www.instagram.com/alexbudak/
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Book Recommendations * Becoming a Changemaker: An Actionable, Inclusive Guide to Leading Positive Change at Any Level by Alex Budak * Different: Escaping the Competitive Herdby Youngme Moon
Related Episodes * Leading in a World of Explosive Change with Henry De Sio, Jr. * Flux: How to Thrive in Times of Change with April Rinne * Making Change Work with Brendon Baker
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When it comes to micromanagement, it's a bigger problem than you might think. **** Listen to The Long-Distance Worklife Podcast: https://longdistanceworklife.com/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Does leading with the heart translate to the bottom line? Mark C. Crowley joins Kevin to talk about feelings and emotions in the business world. Humans thrive on positive emotions and these emotions play a role in driving behavior. When our team feels valued, appreciated, and psychologically safe, they can do their best work.
Key Points * Mark Crowley discusses why to lead from the heart and mind. * He shares insight into the resistance to leading differently. * He talks about engagement as a decision of the heart.
Meet Mark * Name: Mark C. Crowley * His Story: Mark C. Crowley is the author of Lead From The Heart: Transformational Leadership For The 21st Century, which has been revised and updated. Originally published over a decade ago, many business leaders were slow to embrace it and misinterpreted its title as synonymous with soft, weak, and ineffective management. Today, his pioneering philosophy on heart-led leadership has launched a global movement and Forbes Magazine has called his ideas “visionary” and “the blueprint for the future of workplace leadership.” * Worth Mentioning: As a global speaker & consultant, Crowley is a regular contributor to Fast Company Magazine & Great Britain's CEO Magazine. His work has been published by USA Today, Huffington Post, Seattle Times, Thrive Global, Reuters, The Great Place To Work Institute, and Gallup. His popular "Lead From The Heart" Podcast has an audience in 156 countries, and his line-up of luminary guests has included David Rubenstein, Daniel Pink, Marcus Buckingham, Amy C. Edmondson, Safi Bahcall, and Marshall Goldsmith. * https://www.markccrowley.com/ * https://twitter.com/markccrowley * https://www.linkedin.com/in/markccrowley/
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Book Recommendations * Lead From The Heart: Transformational Leadership For The 21st Centuryby Mark C. Crowley * Both/And Thinking: Embracing Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problemsby Wendy Smith and Marianne Lewis * True North: Leading Authentically in Today's Workplace, Emerging Leader Editionby Zach Clayton and Bill George * Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Dividesby Geoffrey L. Cohen
Related Episodes * How Being Yourself Makes You a Better Leader with Minter Dial * Leading with Care (in a Tough World) with Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt
Learn how social and peer learning can help you be intentional and organized, and how to make the most of your learning experiences from others. **** Follow Kevin on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry
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My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast.
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We don’t schedule the next crisis on our calendar so we can prepare. They just happen. Lynn Perry Wooten tells Kevin we need to frame the crisis as an opportunity; an opportunity to contain and move to learning and growing. Lynn suggests we look at the past and the future and look inside and outside our organizations. When we focus on the results of the crisis, we can lead our teams through them to success.
Key Points 07:26 - Lynn Perry Wooten discusses the lessons we have learned (and continue to learn) through the pandemic.
10:35 - She talks about the crisis as a threat and opportunity.
12:41 - She explains how we can think forward to be prepared for the next crisis.
14:51 - She shares four ways to frame a crisis.
Meet Lynn * Name: Lynn Perry Wooten * Her Story: Lynn Perry Wooten is the coauthor, with Erika H. James, of the Prepared Leader: Emerge from Any Crisis More Resilient than Before. She a seasoned academic and an expert on organizational development and transformation, is the ninth president of Simmons University, and the first African American to lead the institution. * Worth Mentioning: Before coming to Simmons, Lynn served as the David J. Nolan Dean and Professor of Management and Organizations at the Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management. Before that, she served on the faculty of the University of Michigan Ross School of Business for nearly 20 years.
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Book Recommendations * The Prepared Leader: Emerge from Any Crisis More Resilient Than Beforeby Erika H. James and Lynn Perry Wooten * Arrive and Thrive: 7 Impactful Practices for Women Navigating Leadershipby Susan Brady, Janet Foutty, and Lynn Perry Wooten
Related Episodes * Leadership Resilience with Ama Marston
Discover how winter can be a great opportunity to recuperate, regenerate and become a better leader with these winter lessons. **** Follow Kevin on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
The world is ever-changing. Are you willing to make the shifts needed for organizational success? Dr. Michelle K. Johnston found that a top-down leadership model does not have the same impact it once did. In the past, communication was transactional; there was no connection. Today communication is about reciprocity. Building connections and focusing on relationships help drive positive results.
Key Points * Michelle Johnston discusses the seismic shift. * She shares the 3 areas of connection (with self, with team, and with organization). * She shares thoughts about communication styles and the relationship between leadership and listening.
Meet Michelle * Name: Dr. Michelle K. Johnston * Her Story: Dr. Johnston is the author of The Seismic Shift in Leadership. She is a management professor, executive coach, and leadership expert who serves as the Gaston Chair of Business at Loyola University New Orleans. She was recently named one of the most influential New Orleanians, a top 500 business leader, and a Woman of the Year by CityBusiness. * Worth Mentioning: Michelle is a celebrated keynote speaker presenting at conferences and events nationwide. She received her Ph.D. in Communication from Louisiana State University and named to the prestigious 100 Coaches group, which consists of the top executive coaches worldwide. She lives in her beloved city of New Orleans, Louisiana * https://michellekjohnston.com/ * https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-seismic-shift-with-michelle-johnston/id1625361801 * https://twitter.com/drmkjohnston * https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-johnston-0264b5b/
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Book Recommendations * The Seismic Shift In Leadership: How To Thrive In A New Era Of Connectionby Michelle K. Johnston * The Earned Life: Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillmentby Marshall Goldsmith and Mark Reiter
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Kevin counts down the top five downloaded episodes of 2022 sharing what he has learned from those guests he had the honor of hosting.
Episodes Mentioned * 6 - Flux: How to Thrive in Times of Change with April Rinne * 5 - Rethinking Competitive Advantage with Ram Charan * 4 - Find Your Happy at Work with Beverly Jones * 3 - What it Means to be a 100x Leader with Jeremie Kubicek * 2 - Read to Lead with Jeff Brown * 1 - Becoming an Agile Leader with Chuck Mollor
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Today I’m talking about How to Get the Most from Podcasts. **** Subscribe to The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: https://remarkablepodcast.com/
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
A caring leader cares about the people and the outcomes. A caring leader moves beyond the surface and focuses on the development of the team and continuously improving. Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt join Kevin to discuss the caring leader. Caring leaders ask how they can help by removing barriers or discovering a plan of action, not doing the work. Their mindset shifts from who has the answer to how do we come up with a better outcome?
Key Points Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt define shallow vs. deep caring.
They discuss the connection between: caring and uncertainty, caring and collaboration, and caring and learning.
They share how to turn pushback into progress.
Meet Bob and Phil * Name: Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt * Their Story: Bob DeKoch and Philip Clampitt are the authors of Leading with Care in a Tough World: Beyond Servant Leadership. Bob is currently the founder of the leadership consulting firm, Limitless, www.lmtlss.biz. Rising to senior executive roles in numerous organizations, Bob has developed and put into practice the many teachings in his books. He has over four decades of experience across major market sectors: the construction services and real estate development business, the pulp and paper industry, the beverage industry, and the chemical industry. Phil (Ph.D., University of Kansas) is the Blair Endowed Chair of Communication at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay. He was previously designated the Hendrickson Named Professor of Business. Phil has won numerous awards for his teaching and scholarship. His students started calling him “Dr. So What” because he asked, “So what?” so often, as a prod to encourage them to think about the implications of their ideas (see www.DrSoWhat.com). * Worth Mentioning: DeKoch and Clampitt have worked in a partnership for over thirty years. In addition to Leading with Care in a Tough World: Beyond Servant Leadership, they have co-authored Transforming Leaders into Progress Makers: Leadership for the 21st Century and Embracing Uncertainty: The Essence of Leadership. They have a passionate interest in helping others become successful leaders.
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Book Recommendations Leading With Care in a Tough World: Beyond Servant Leadershipby Phillip Clampitt and Bob DeKoch
Nimitz at War: Command Leadership from Pearl Harbor to Tokyo Bayby Craig L. Symonds
Resistance: The Underground War Against Hitler, 1939-1945by Halik Kochanski
Story : Substance, Structure, Style and the Principles of Screenwritingby Robert McKee
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Today I’m asking you What Will You Change Now? **** Follow Kevin on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
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Leadership is reworking yourself as much as it is guiding others. It is not easy. Dr. Richard Winters joins Kevin to discuss the “now what” of leadership. Often, leaders what to go with their first inclination. However, we need to move the individual genius to the collective genius and get perspective from the entire team. Once you have the conversations, the debates, and the perspectives, you can create a game plan that leads to organizational success.
Key Points Dr. Winters shares his ROW Forward framework.
He discusses burnout using the PAGERS acronym (Purpose, Autonomy, Growth, Environmental Mastery, Positive Relations, and Self-Acceptance).
He talks about engagement and how to better lead one on one discussions.
Meet Richard * Name: Dr. Richard Winters * His Story: Dr. Winters is the author of You’re the Leader. Now What? He is an emergency physician at Mayo Clinic. As director of leadership development for the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Dr. Winters delivers programs that train leaders at all levels of healthcare organizations worldwide. As an executive coach, he provides coaching for Mayo Clinic leaders. Winters graduated from the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in 1994 and returned to Mayo Clinic in 2015. * Worth Mentioning: Previously, Winters served as managing partner of a democratic physician group, department chair of an emergency department, president of an 800-physician medical staff, and CEO/founder of a startup managed care organization that struggled to survive amidst the complex relationships among hospital, physician, patient, competitors, and insurance providers. He lives in Rochester, Minnesota, with his family. * https://www.richardwinters.com/ * https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/product/youre-the-leader-now-what/
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Book Recommendations You're the Leader. Now What?: Leadership Lessons from Mayo Clinicby Dr. Richard Winters
Related Episodes Learning Leadership with Jim Kouzes
The Leader Habit with Martin Lanik
Conscious Leadership with Carter Phipps
Becoming an Agile Leader with Chuck Mollor
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Our words matter. We live in conversation. The words we hear are filtered with our biases, opinions, and prejudices, so we need to question and understand. Chuck Wisner sits down with Kevin to discuss 4 types of conversations. We often get stuck in the storytelling or the commitment. We need to do a better job with collaborative and creative discussions. New and good things can be created when we take the time to share our thoughts and debate.
Key Points Chuck Wisner shares 4 types of conversations:
- Storytelling—Acknowledging and investigating the stories we tell ourselves about ourselves and others.
- Collaborating—Exploring the way our stories interact with other people’s stories.
- Creating—Cocreating possibilities and discovering unforeseen solutions to sticky problems.
- Committing—Coordinating our actions with others to get things done.
He talks about the roles of emotions, facts, and opinions in our stories.
He discusses advocacy and inquiry.
Meet Chuck * Name: Chuck Wisner * His Story: Chuck is the author of The Art of Conscious Conversations: Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact. He is currently working as an advisor with leaders and their teams at Google, Ford, DTE Energy, and Tesla (all Fortune 200 companies). His client list has included PSEG, Harvard Business School, Toyota, the Detroit Mayor’s Office, General Motors, Shell, and Chrysler Motor Company. * Worth Mentioning: Chuck earned an architectural degree from the Boston Architectural College and worked as a successful architect in the Boston area for twenty years. Inspired by life circumstances, Chuck changed careers mid-life and was among the first to be certified in a Mastering the Art of Professional Coaching program with the Newfield Network, one of the world's leading transformational education organizations over the past thirty years. Subsequently, he was a senior affiliated mediator with the Harvard Law Mediation Program and a specialist in organizational learning and transformational leadership associated with MIT’s Center for Organizational Learning. * https://chuckwisner.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuck-wisner/ * https://twitter.com/chuck_wisner
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Book Recommendations * The Art of Conscious Conversations: Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact by Chuck Wisner * Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Harari * The Zen of Therapy: Uncovering a Hidden Kindness in Life by Mark Epstein M.D
Related Episodes * Communicate Like a Leader with Dianna Booher * Using Communication Tools to Transform Work Relationships with Katie McCleary * Crucial Conversations for Business Transformation with Richard Hawkes
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Regardless of the situation (we know it’s ever-changing), the principles of leadership don’t change. Jim Reid tells Kevin to surround yourself with the right people and prioritize their growth and development. As a leader, you need to create an environment that encourages risk taking and willingness to learn.
Key Points Jim Reid shares his five principles of leadership.
He discusses the question he asks to look for the right people.
He talks about the importance of psychological safety.
Meet Jim * Name: Jim Reid * His Story: Jim Reid is the author of Leading to Greatness – Five Principles to Transform Your Leadership and Build Great Teams. Jim is an accomplished executive and trusted advisor to six CEOs. He has navigated significant change and immense pressure to build winning teams that outperform competitors. He has coached, advised, and developed thousands of aspiring leaders. Most recently, Jim was chief human resources officer at Rogers Communications for a decade, and during the COVID-19 crisis, helped foster a culture of resilience and high performance among the corporation’s 25,000 workforce. During that time, he led the rollout of a National Wellness Fund and revamped Rogers’s inclusion and diversity strategy. * Worth Mentioning: Originally trained as a military pilot, Jim built his expertise working alongside some of the best leadership thinkers in North America. In 2021, he was named one of the 50 Best Executives in Canada by ROB Magazine. * https://jimreidcoaching.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimreidchro/
Book Recommendations Leading to Greatness: 5 Principles to Transform your Leadership and Build Great Teams by Jim Reid
How Will You Measure Your Life? by Clayton M. Christensen, James Allworth , Karen Dillon
The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups by Daniel Coyle
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fableby Patrick Lencioni
Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't by Jim Collins
Related Episodes Learning to Lead with Ron Williams
How Being Yourself Makes You a Better Leader with Minter Dial
A Guide to Excellence with Tom Peters
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Our lives, both personal and professional, can get messy. Organizations are continuously scaling up, developing new products, or pulling back, for example. Not to mention that we can have 3-4 generations in one office for the first time, or we are hybrid or remote. Chuck Mollor says a good leader creates stability during chaos. Chuck joins Kevin to discuss agile leadership, moving beyond software development.
Key Points Chuck Mollor defines agile leadership.
He discusses the future of leadership.
He advises on how we can be more accepting of ourselves.
Meet Chuck * Name: Chuck Mollor * His Story: Chuck Mollor is the author of The Rise of The Agile Leader. Can You Make the Shift? and is the founder, CEO, advisor, and executive coach at MCG Partners, an organization that helps develop leaders and teams, optimizing both businesses and individual talent. For over 35 years, Chuck has advised, coached, and consulted executives and organizations across industries, from startups to Fortune 500 and not-for-profit organizations. * Worth Mentioning: In Chuck’s former role as a global CEO, and as a member of several executive teams, Chuck has a breadth of experience with general management, entrepreneurial endeavors, and P&L responsibilities. Chuck is a graduate of executive programs at The Harvard Business School, MIT Sloan School of Management, and The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He has a BA in political science and a minor in business administration from Merrimack College. He is an ICF certified executive coach, is a Talent Optimization Consultant in The Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment™ and is certified in Hogan and several 360 assessments. * https://chuckmollor.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckmollor
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Book Recommendations The Rise of the Agile Leader: Can You Make the Shift? by Chuck Mollor
Leading with Joy: Practices for Uncertain Times by Akaya Windwood and Rajasvini Bhansali
Related Episodes A Future Lens on Leadership with Bob Johansen
How to Be a Talent Magnet with Mark Miller
Bringing the Art of Reflection into Your Busy Life with Joseph Badaracco
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
There is no shortage of places to find information. You have social channels, news outlets, and the internet. Further, our brains are limited in the amount of information they can hold and all these combined can take an emotional toll. Ross Dawson joins Kevin to discuss information overload and how it can be perceived as a problem or an opportunity.
Key Points Ross Dawson talks about the difference between overwhelmed and abundance. He shares 5 powers to manage information overload. These include:
- Purpose - understanding why we want information at all, so we can understand how to use it well.
- Framing - connecting all the information we encounter to make sense of it, build knowledge, and develop expertise.
- Filtering - being able to see what is useful to us and discarding everything else.
- Attention - intentionally selecting where we direct our awareness, not just through focus, but in exploring and regenerating ourselves.
- Synthesis - the ultimate human capability of connecting the dots to understand the world, see opportunities, and make better decisions.
- He discusses practical tools we can use for filtering.
Meet Ross * Name: Ross Dawson * His Story: Ross Dawson is the author of Thriving on Overload: The 5 Powers for Success in a World of Exponential Information. He is the Founding Chairman of the Advanced Human Technologies group of companies, with clients including industry leaders such as Citibank, Coca-Cola, Google, Microsoft, News Limited, Procter & Gamble, PwC, and Walmart. * Worth Mentioning: Dawson is in strong demand globally, having delivered keynote speeches and strategy workshops to business and government leaders in over 30 countries. He appears frequently in media such as ABC TV, BBC, The Guardian, New York Times, VICE, and many others. His previous books include the acclaimed book Living Networks, which The New York Times credits with predicting the social networking revolution, the Amazon.com bestseller Developing Knowledge-Based Client Relationships, now out in its second edition, the highly successful Implementing Enterprise 2.0, and Getting Results From Crowds. * https://thrivingonoverload.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/futuristkeynotespeaker/ * https://twitter.com/rossdawson
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Book Recommendations * Thriving on Overload: The 5 Powers for Success in a World of Exponential Informationby Ross Dawson * The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World by David Deutsch * The Alignment Problem: Machine Learning and Human Values by Brian Christian
Related Episodes * Beyond Collaboration Overload with Rob Cross * A Minute to Think with Juliet Funt
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Research indicates that 25% of the workforce is engaged. What about the other 75%? Tom Peters believes we should put people first, and success will follow. This isn’t new information. From Tom’s first book in 1982, In Search of Excellence, to his latest book Excellence Now: Extreme Humanism, Tom shares his thoughts on leadership excellence. It is more than process and spreadsheets; it is focusing on the growth of the people you lead. As a bonus, Tom asks Kevin some questions.
Key Points Tom Peters shares his thoughts on the importance of EQ, culture and remote work, and the importance of front-line leaders.
Meet Tom * Name: Tom Peters * His Story: Tom is the author of Excellence Now: Extreme Humanism. He has a civil engineering degree from Cornell and an MBA and Ph.D. from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He served in the US Navy, deployed in Vietnam and at the Pentagon, was a policy advisor to the White House, and became a partner at McKinsey & Co. In 1981 he founded three companies and has continued to influence leaders ever since. * Worth Mentioning: In over 40 years, Tom has written 19 books (which have sold more than 10 million copies) and given more than 2,500 speeches to over 5 million people in all fifty states and 67 other countries. Note: Virtually all of Tom’s written and spoken material covering the last 15+ years is available, free to download at tompeters.com and excellencenow.com. * https://tompeters.com/ * https://excellencenow.com/ * https://twitter.com/tom_peters * https://www.linkedin.com/in/tompeters-excellence
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Book Recommendations Tom Peters' Compact Guide to Excellenceby Tom Peters, & Nancy Green
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talkingby Susan Cain
This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends: The Cyberweapons Arms Race by Nicole Perlroth
Related Episodes The Excellence Dividend with Tom Peters
Creative Acts for Curious People with Sarah Stein Greenberg
Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders with Bill George
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Good leaders are clear about the direction they are going. Great leaders can communicate that direction to their team. They understand pivoting takes time. Lori Michele Leavitt shares with Kevin that clarity in direction, strategy, or change has two parts: to get clear and to be clear. It is important to stop and understand what is happening. Once we realize our fears, we can understand the fears of our team and create a message that will inspire them.
Key Points * Lori Michele Leavitt discusses the importance of the pause. * She defines clarity and shares tips to become clearer. * She talks about how clarity can relate to a pivot or momentum.
Meet Lori * Name: Lori Michele Leavitt * Her Story: Lori Michele Leavitt is the author of Pivot to Clarity: Get Clear, for You. Be Clear, for Others. This book is part of the "Orchestrating Extraordinary Momentum” (The Pivot) Series. Her first book was entitled The Pivot, which stressed that great leaders don’t expect all in their organization to turn on a dime with control or commands. She is the founder and president of Abrige Corp., which offers the Aligned Momentum (A.M.)® leadership operating system to help managers lead better. * Worth Mentioning: Lori speaks globally on catalyzing momentum, leading, pivoting, and workplace culture change. When she's not writing in one of her favorite get‐away locations, she's supporting the orchestration of Pivots, decision‐making, and judgment calls for business leaders and their teams around the world. Her favorite role is as Emily’s Mom. * https://linkedin.com/in/lorimicheleleavitt * https://instagram.com/pivotcatalyst * https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVScenEXByeda8okiHKXHQA
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Related Episodes * Leading Change Intelligently with Barbara Trautlein * Pivot to Win with Jordan Babineaux * Flux: How to Thrive in Times of Change with April Rinne
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Do you lead from the head or from the heart? Bill George believes the workforce today is looking for a sense of belonging; they want you to help them fulfill their goals. He sits down with Kevin to discuss True North and shifting your mindset to serve the people who work for you. To lead from the heart, you need: to learn it all, not know it all, empathy, passion for business, and courage.
Key Points Bill George shares the definition of True North.
He discusses how to discover yourself through the crucibles of leadership.
He talks about bringing other top management on the journey from “I to We”.
Meet Bill * Name: Bill George * His Story: Bill George is the author of Discover Your True North and The Discover Your True North Fieldbook, Authentic Leadership, True North, Finding Your True North, 7 Lessons for Leading in Crisis, and True North Groups. His newest book is True North – Emerging Leader Edition. He is an executive fellow at Harvard Business School (HBS), where he has taught leadership since 2004. * Worth Mentioning: Bill is the former chairman and chief executive officer of Medtronic. Under his leadership, Medtronic’s market capitalization grew from $1.1 billion to $60 billion, averaging 35 percent a year. He received the 2014 Bower Award for Business Leadership and was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 2012. He has been named one of the Top 25 Business Leaders of the Past 25 Years by PBS, Executive of the Year by Academy of Management, and Director of the Year by National Association of Corporate Directors * https://www.billgeorge.org/
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Book Recommendations * True North: Leading Authentically in Today's Workplace, Emerging Leader Edition by Bill George and Zach Clayton * Discover Your True Northby Bill George
Related Episodes * The Excellence Dividend with Tom Peters * Get a Vision and Live It with Larry Olsen * Creating Deep Purpose with Ranjay Gulati
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
This is a special episode of the Remarkable Leadership podcast entitled My Remarkable Journey. Kevin sits down with Matt Blumberg to learn about his journey toward becoming the leader he is today. Matt is the CEO of Bolster, an on-demand executive talent marketplace. He believes humans like to keep learning and thinks about a career as a jungle gym, not a ladder. Your next step could be any bar you can reach. Further, he understands the importance of culture. You will have a culture regardless, so be intentional in shaping that culture and give everyone ownership.
Meet Matt * Name: Matt Blumberg * His Story: Matt Blumberg is a technology entrepreneur, business builder, and CEO of Bolster. Before Bolster, Matt was founder & CEO of Return Path, the market leader in email optimization, until its sale in 2019. Under Matt’s leadership, Return Path won numerous employer of choice awards including #2 on Fortune Magazine’s “Best Companies to Work for” list. Matt is a co-author of the second edition of Startup Boards, released in June 2022. * https://startupceo.com/ * https://linkedin.com/in/BlumbergMatt * https://twitter.com/MattBlumberg * https://facebook.com/BolsterTalent
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Book Recommendations * Startup CEO: A Field Guide to Scaling Up Your Businessby Matt Blumberg * The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else In Businessby Patrick M. Lencioni
Do you work with any difficult people? Research indicates when we deal with difficult people, our creativity, productivity, and engagement suffer. Conflict and stress compromise our ability to think clearly and make sound decisions. Amy Gallo joins Kevin to share practical advice about how to deal with challenging relationships. She tells us that although we have more positive and/or neutral interactions in a day, we tend to focus on the negative. We should be more empathetic and come up with different reasons why/what motivates another’s behavior. We should also take a step back to see if we are the difficult person. This episode was recorded during Virtual LeaderCon 2022.
Key Points * Amy Gallo shares how to have better interactions, even if it is just getting to neutral. * She discusses the “Clean up your side of the street” philosophy. * She shares types of difficult behavior with an emphasis on passive-aggressive behavior.
Meet Amy * Name: Amy Gallo * Her Story: Amy Gallo is the author of two books: Getting Along: How to Work With Anyone (Even Difficult People) and the HBR Guide to Dealing with Conflict. She has written hundreds of articles for Harvard Business Review, where she is a contributing editor. Her writing has been collected in numerous books including ones on feedback, emotional intelligence, and managing others. She works with individuals and teams to help them better collaborate, communicate, and transform their culture to support dissent and debate. * Worth Mentioning: For the past three years, Amy has co-hosted HBR’s popular Women at Work podcast, which examines the struggles and successes of women in the workplace. Amy has delivered keynotes and workshops at hundreds of companies and conferences. She has taught at Brown University and Penn and is a graduate of both Brown and Yale University.
Connect with Amy Gallo
- https://www.amyegallo.com/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-gallo-31b9932/
- https://twitter.com/amyegallo
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Book Recommendations * Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People)by Amy Gallo * Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself by Nedra Glover Tawwab * Trustby Hernan Diaz
Related Episodes * Connecting with Others Through Listening with Ximena Vengoechea * Using Communication Tools to Transform Work Relationships with Katie McCleary
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Do you give yourself permission to lead? Jacqueline Baker believes when we open that door, good things will happen. She thinks that there are four levels of leadership, and it starts with the leadership of self. We need to recognize our strengths as well as our challenges AND continue to get better. Further, we all have a default leadership style. For the greatest success, we need to be willing to take on new styles as the situation changes.
Key Points Jacqueline Baker discusses the Unexpected Leader.
She talks about the 4 levels of leadership, with special attention to self.
She shares her thoughts on leadership styles and how do you know if you are ready to lead.
Meet Jacqueline * Name: Jacqueline M. Baker * Her Story: Jacqueline M. Baker is the author of The Unexpected Leader: Discovering the Leader Within You and the Leader by Mistake: Becoming a Leader One Mistake at a Time. She founded Scarlet Communications, a global leadership consultancy, in 2012. With thousands of students, Fortune 500s, and community organizations across the globe, Jacqueline makes a meaningful impact with a modern, relatable, and digestible approach to leadership content creation and delivery. Jacqueline also hosts the podcast, Just Start™: From Ideas to Action. * Worth Mentioning: Before launching Scarlet, Jacqueline spent nearly a decade serving in corporate leadership roles supporting companies like AT&T, Chrysler, Ford Motor Company, and AAA of Michigan. Her most recent corporate role as VP of Startup Programming at AARP Innovation Labs provided a unique opportunity to discover disruptive startups across the globe and identify ways to collaborate with one of the nation’s largest nonprofits.
Additional Resources
- https://www.jacquelinembaker.com/
- https://jacquelinembaker.com/unexpected
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinembaker/
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- https://www.twitter.com/magicaljax
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Book Recommendations The Unexpected Leader: Discovering the Leader Within Youby Jacqueline M. Baker
My Life in Full: Work, Family, and Our Futureby Indra Nooyi
Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Othersby Amber Cabral
Related Episodes Becoming the Leader Your Team is Waiting For with Jonathan Raymond
Leading with Authenticity with Sabrina Horn
Talk Shifts - Ways to Transform Leadership with Krister Ungerböck
How often do you feel stifled by all the red tape? Do you ever think you could get more done if your organization wasn’t so bureaucratic? Nick Sinai tells Kevin that bureaucracy is just organizations with rules and procedures. It does not have a positive or negative connotation. However, when we take the time to understand them, we can continue to improve them. Further, you don’t need to be an executive to get things done. When people take change on themselves, they build the momentum for change. Nick shares some bureaucratic hacks to get unstuck.
Key Points Nick Sinai defines bureaucracy.
He gives us some hacks, like watercooler rules, one pager, the power of the pilot, and understanding the real org chart.
Meet Nick * Name: Nick Sinai * His Story: Nick Sinai is the co-author of Hack Your Bureaucracy: Get Things Done No Matter What Your Role on Any Team with Marina Nitze. He is a venture capitalist, adjunct Harvard faculty, and a former senior White House official in the Obama Administration. As a Senior Advisor at Insight Partners, Nick serves on the board of Rebellion Defense, Hawkeye360, LeoLabs, and Shift5. * Worth Mentioning: Nick writes and teaches about technology in government and serves as a commissioner on the Atlantic Council's Commission on Remaking the US Defense Innovation System. He is a regular contributor to the TV Show Government Matters and has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal and the Economist. Recently, Nick co-founded the U.S. Digital Corps, a new two-year federal fellowship for early-career technologists, launched in the summer of 2021.
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Book Recommendations Hack Your Bureaucracy: Get Things Done No Matter What Your Role on Any Team by Marina Nitze and Nick Sinai
Sludge: What Stops Us from Getting Things Done and What to Do about Itby Cass R. Sunstein
The Man Who Broke Capitalism: How Jack Welch Gutted the Heartland and Crushed the Soul of Corporate America―and How to Undo His Legacyby David Gelles
Related Episodes Leadership Productivity Principles with Maura Thomas
Inspiring Great Results with Fred Halstead
Great Leaders Have No Rules with Kevin Kruse
When we think about leadership development, we probably think about workshops, podcasts, white papers, and business books. We understand the importance of learning to benefit ourselves and our organizations. Unfortunately, after putting in a full day (or more) of work, we find we don’t have the energy to read novels. Melanie Bell joins Kevin to talk about how reading fiction can also help with our leadership development. Studies have indicated that different parts of our brains are activated when we read fiction vs. nonfiction. Further, business books break down the problem to the principle. In fiction, the characters are complicated so, we don’t just jump to conclusions. The stakes are lower, so we can take a breath and think about the situation.
Key Points * Melanie discusses why fiction can be powerful for leaders. * She shares how to translate fiction to leadership. * She provides advice on choosing a fictional book to read for leadership lessons.
Meet Melanie * Name: Melanie Bell * Her Story: Melanie founded Leaders Who Fiction while operating her marketing strategy and technology consulting firm. At Leaders Who Fiction, Bell is helping people acquire and develop leadership qualities through fiction reading and intellectual, business-oriented conversations centered around a selected novel. She is also the Co-Founder of Strategic Piece, a company that helps B2B businesses generate outstanding revenue growth by bringing together their marketing, sales, and service teams around an information-driven customer experience built on the HubSpot platform. * Worth Mentioning: Melanie is an active angel investor and mentors the student accelerator programs at Rice University's OwlSpark and the University of Houston's RED Labs. She was also the President of Marketing Interface, a company created in 2014 before Strategic Piece.
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Book Recommendations * The Story of My Teethby Valeria Luiselli * The Overstory: A Novelby Richard Powers
Related Episodes * Read to Lead with Jeff Brown
Work is changing; it always has. However, March of 2020 brought accelerated change. The question we need to ask is what is work changing to, and how can we adapt? Brian Elliott joins Kevin to share findings of the change in work from research with his colleagues at the Future Forum and global case studies from leading companies such as Levi Strauss & Co., Genentech, Royal Bank of Canada, and IBM. For example, 74% of executives want to come back to the office three days a week or more. Only 23% of employees want the same thing. In addition, 63% of executives are planning for the future without input from their team. As leaders, we need to gain another perspective and ask if we can be successful going back to what we did before.
Key Points * Brian Elliott discusses the struggle of work. * He explains what digital-first means. * He shares two steps necessary to building the new principles needed to enable flexible, high-performing teams including a Culture of Connection and Experimentation.
Meet Brian * Name: Brian Elliott * His Story: Brian is the co-author of How the Future Works: Leading Flexible Teams to Do the Best Work of Their Lives,with Sheela Subramanian and Helen Kupp. He is the Executive Leader of Future Forum, a consortium by Slack, which enables leaders to redesign work to be better for people and organizations. He has spent three decades leading teams and building companies as a startup CEO, as a product leader at Google, and now at Slack where he is a Senior VP. * Worth Mentioning: Brian started his career at Boston Consulting Group and earned his MBA from Harvard Business School. His work has been published in Harvard Business Review, Fortune, and The Economist.
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Book Recommendations How the Future Works: Leading Flexible Teams To Do The Best Work of Their Lives by Brian Elliott, Sheela Subramanian, and Helen Kupp
Tomorrow's Capitalist: My Search for the Soul of Business by Alan Murray
Termination Shock: A Novel by Neal Stephenson
Related Episodes Keys to Leading Remotely with Wayne Turmel
Rules for Remote Leadership with Kevin Eikenberry
Managing the Modern (Hybrid) Meeting with Karin Reed
Are you frustrated because your hard work isn’t noticed? Are you looking to move up and don’t know how? Michael Wenderoth joins Kevin to discuss the mindsets we need to change to not only promote ourselves but also our teams. For example, politics aren’t bad; they are just a mechanism by which decisions are made. Power is not a bad word. We need to understand power and learn how to harness its energy. When we reject the idea of power, we are immediately at a disadvantage. We need to leverage power to accelerate our impact.
Key Points * Michael Wenderoth discusses the mindset shifts we need to think about including political, authenticity, and power. * He shares the sources of power, political skills, networking, control of resources, executive presence and communication, and visibility and brand.
Meet Michael * Name: MichaelWenderoth * His Story: Michael Wenderoth is the author of Get Promoted: What You’re Really Missing at Work That’s Holding You Back and an Executive Coach that has helped thousands of aspiring leaders ethically leverage power and politics to breakthrough – and ascend. Prior to becoming an executive coach, Michael served 20 years in senior roles bringing blockbuster innovations to life in China, the U.S., and Europe. * Worth Mentioning: Michael is a Coach in Stanford Business School Executive Education programs, and a Lecturer at IE Business School in Madrid, Spain. Michael’s focus is on building POWER, a word with negative connotations – and a topic most people mistakenly shy away from. He believes understanding power is THE key to success if you want to move up, get big things done, or become a better leader.
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Book Recommendations * Get Promoted: What You're Really Missing at Work That's Holding You Back by Michael Wenderoth * Making Numbers Count: The Art and Science of Communicating Numbers by Chip Heath and Karla Starr * Historical and Conceptual Foundations of Measurement in the Human Sciences by Derek C. Briggs * Stikky Night Skies: Learn 6 constellations, 4 stars, a planet, a galaxy, and how to navigate at night--in one hour, guaranteedby Laurence Holt
Related Episodes * Networking for People Who Hate Networking with Devora Zack - * Leading with Authenticity with Sabrina Horn
New customers are great, and to keep them we need to nurture the relationship and build trust. Jason Young tells Kevin that most decisions are based on emotion. So, to continue the relationship, it’s important to understand how the guest feels. This is true for both external customers and our teams. It’s easy to give a job title or description. It is more difficult to build the culture you want, so you need to be intentional and work together.
Key Points * Jason Young describes a guest and the connection to hospitality. * He discusses the importance of moving beyond demographics and looking at psychographics.
- He shares a few practices that create lifelong customers, including knowing the guest, focusing on feeling as much as function, and focusing on the culture, not the job.
Meet Jason * Name: Dr.Jason Young * His Story: Jason Young is the co-author of The Come Back Culture: 10 Business Practices That Create Lifelong Customers with Jonathan Malm. He is also the co-author of The Come Back Effect, The Volunteer Effect, and The Volunteer Survival Guide. He is a nationally recognized guest experience consultant and leadership guide as well as a keynote speaker and university professor. * Worth Mentioning: Jason has a doctoral degree in hospitality and working on his Ph. D. in leadership trauma. Through experience, research, and education he has developed strategies to help people understand people. He has helped brands including Delta Airlines, Gorilla Glue, Ford Motor Company, and FedEx Ground.
Connect with Jason Young:
- https://catchfiredaily.com/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonyounglive/
- http://www.facebook.com/ReadBakerBooks
- https://twitter.com/ReadBakerBooks
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Book Recommendations The Come Back Culture: 10 Business Practices That Create Lifelong Customers by Jason Young and Jonathan Malm
Tricks of the Trade: How to Think about Your Research While You're Doing Itby Howard S. Becker
Deep Kindness: A Revolutionary Guide for the Way We Think, Talk, and Act in Kindnessby Houston Kraft
Digital Body Language: How to Build Trust and Connection, No Matter the Distanceby Erica Dhawan
Related Episodes The Feedback Revolution with Margie Mauldin
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Creating Customer Value with Rob Markey
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About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere’s).
About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
When we want to make a lasting impact and move beyond “What’s in it for me?” to “What’s in it for we?” we live the life of a steward. David York shares with Kevin that a steward is someone who invests in something bigger than themselves. They know their purpose and create lives with meaning and direction. Even better, when we focus on others, we take the pressure off ourselves. We move away from if-then statements to because-therefore statements, and everyone wins.
Key Points * David York shares his definition of stewardship and why it matters. * He discusses the four destinations (consumer, dreamer, owner, and steward). * He talks about the connection between stewardship and leadership.
Meet David * Name: David R. York * His Story: David R. York is the author of The Gift of Lift: Harnessing the Power of Stewardship to Elevate the World. He is also an Attorney, Certified Public Accountant, and Managing Partner with the Salt Lake City law firm of York Howell & Guymon. He practices law in the areas of estate planning, tax, business planning, and nonprofit entities. He is a Fellow with the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) and is the Dean of Legacy with the Purposeful Planning Institute. York currently serves on the Board of Directors of Holding Out HELP and Healing Nations. * Worth Mentioning: David is the co-author of Entrusted: Building A Legacy That Lasts and Riveted: 44 Values that Change the World, which after its release was the #1 Business Ethics book on Amazon. He is a highly sought-after speaker, he has spoken on the TEDx stage as well as to hundreds of public groups and professional organizations, including Q Commons, the Million Dollar Roundtable, the AALU National Conference. York has also written for Trusts & Estates Magazine, Estate Planning Magazine, and Investments and Wealth Monitor. In 2017, YHG was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Company.
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Book Recommendations * The Gift of Lift: Harnessing the Power of Stewardship to Elevate the Worldby David R. York * Man's Search for Meaningby Viktor E. Frankl * Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Knowby Adam Grant
Related Episodes * A Culture of Servant Leadership with Mark Deterding * Community Building for Leaders with Raha Agrawal * The Mindsets and Habitsets of Leadership with Darrin Gray
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This is a special episode of the Remarkable Leadership podcast entitled My Remarkable Journey. Kevin sits down with Darrin Jahnel to learn about his journey toward becoming the leader he is today. Darrin is the founder and CEO of Jahnel Group. He recognized early on that it was important to put in the work; leadership didn’t just happen, it’s hard work. As he grew his company, he was intentional about scaling up and developing his team and the culture.
Meet Darrin * Name: Darrin Jahnel
* His Story: Darrin is the founder and CEO of Jahnel Group, a 150-person software consulting company. He earned an undergraduate degree in Business Administration from the University at Albany and a Master’s Degree in Information Systems from NYU’s Stern School of Business.
Before starting the company in 2012, Darrin worked as a Senior Software Engineer on Wall Street. Darrin has led numerous engineering teams on multi-million-dollar projects and is a member of MENSA.
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Book Recommendations Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman
Who knows what tomorrow will bring? Yes, it’s a cliché and we are dealing with a lot of unknowns, both personally and professionally. Rapid change was happening before the pandemic and now it seems we are constantly changing. For example, what does “return to office” mean? Andrea Small joins Kevin to suggest we can create opportunities in times of uncertainty. There is no single toolkit to help us navigate the ambiguity, as we are in individual situations. However, we can employ strategies that help us find the balance between acting and adapting.
Key Points * Andrea Small shares the 3 attitudes about ambiguity. * She talks about the 5 balances to navigate ambiguity (perspective, pace, attention, process, and scale). * She shares her thoughts about the connection between ambiguity and leadership.
Meet Andrea * Name: Andrea Small * Her Story: Andrea Small is the co-author of Navigating Ambiguity: Creating Opportunity in a World of Unknowns with Kelly Schmutte. She currently teaches “Innovations in Inclusive Design” at Stanford. Previously, she was the Director of Product and Portfolio Strategy at Herman Miller, focused on the future of work. Her vast experience in design includes work with some of the world's most iconic brands, including the Nike Foundation, Nivea, GE, Starbucks, Samsung, and Steelcase, and several global and local social impact organizations and programs. * Worth Mentioning: Andrea studied architecture and metalsmithing at Miami University in Oxford, OH and has a Masters of Design in Human Centered Product Design from the IIT Institute of Design in Chicago, IL. Andrea is from Youngstown, OH, and resides in San Francisco, CA.
Connect with Andrea
- https://dlibrary.stanford.edu/ambiguity
- https://www.andreasmall.com/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/dreasmall/
- https://www.instagram.com/dreasmall/
- https://www.facebook.com/dreasmall
- https://twitter.com/dreasmall
- https://pinterest.com/dreasmall
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Book Recommendations * Navigating Ambiguity: Creating Opportunity in a World of Unknownsby Andrea Small and Kelly Schmutte * The Fran Lebowitz Reader by Fran Lebowitz * The Book of Eels: Our Enduring Fascination with the Most Mysterious Creature in the Natural World by Patrik Svensson
Related Episodes * Flux: How to Thrive in Times of Change with April Rinne * Creative Acts for Curious People with Sarah Stein Greenberg * How to Thrive in Uncertain Times with Larry Robertson
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Do you ever feel stuck? Do you find you can’t keep up with all the changes? Do you know what direction your team is going? Richard Hawkes calls this The Swirl. He tells Kevin this is a common issue in many organizations and causes people to feel lost and keeps leaders up at night. Richard shares insights to move beyond the challenges and create high-performing teams. Organizations evolve at the speed of conversations.
Procrastination damages our self-image, saps our energy, diminishes our focus, and makes us feel guilty. When this happens, it can shake our confidence and become a discouraging downward cycle. The trick to fixing it? Start. Get the first task done and just get started. You'll gain momentum that will shift your mindset into a positive direction.
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This is a special episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast entitled My Remarkable Journey. Kevin sits down with Marc Reifenrath to learn about his journey toward becoming the leader he is today. Marc is the co-founder and CEO of Spinutech. Spinutech has grown from a University Dorm start-up over 20 years ago to a multinational digital agency with 150+ team members across the U.S. Early in his career, Marc observed his leaders and began forming thoughts of what he appreciated and what not to do. He believes his success is due to keeping his core values the same; get better each day and do the right thing. The company would not be what it is today without a team of people who are as invested in each other’s growth and success as they are in delivering the best for their clients.
Meet Marc * Name: Marc Reifenrath * About: Marc Reifenrath is the CEO & Co-founder of Spinutech, a web design and digital marketing agency with 5 offices and remote team members in 25+ states. Spinutech is celebrating its 22nd year in business and achieved 0 turnovers in the first 10 years. Further, they have been named as a Google Premier Partner, Google Marketing Platform Partner, and Meta Business Partner. Spinutech has clients in all 50 states and 20+ countries.
Connect * https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcreifenrath/ * https://twitter.com/spinuser * https://spinutech.com/
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This is a special episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast entitled My Remarkable Journey. Kevin sits down with Marc Reifenrath to learn about his journey toward becoming the leader he is today. Marc is the co-founder and CEO of Spinutech. Spinutech has grown from a University Dorm start-up over 20 years ago to a multinational digital agency with 150+ team members across the U.S. Early in his career, Marc observed his leaders and began forming thoughts of what he appreciated and what not to do. He believes his success is due to keeping his core values the same; get better each day and do the right thing. The company would not be what it is today without a team of people who are as invested in each other’s growth and success as they are in delivering the best for their clients.
Meet Marc * Name: Marc Reifenrath * About: Marc Reifenrath is the CEO & Co-founder of Spinutech, a web design and digital marketing agency with 5 offices and remote team members in 25+ states. Spinutech is celebrating its 22nd year in business and achieved 0 turnovers in the first 10 years. Further, they have been named as a Google Premier Partner, Google Marketing Platform Partner, and Meta Business Partner. Spinutech has clients in all 50 states and 20+ countries.
Connect * https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcreifenrath/ * https://twitter.com/spinuser * https://spinutech.com/
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Meetings may be a necessary evil. Before 2020 we didn’t love them. During the pandemic, the meeting took on a new meaning. We connected over webcams using a variety of platforms. Meetings are changing once again as work is shifting to a hybrid model. Karin Reed joins Kevin to talk about hybrid meeting best practices. It’s important to fight proximity bias and create meeting policies for equity.
Key Points * In this episode, Karin shares the definition of a hybrid meeting and why they are worth the effort. * She discusses fault lines. * She talks about technology needs and the role of platforms. * She also shares keys to facilitating a hybrid meeting and how to be a good participant.
Meet Karin * Name: Karin Reed * Her Story: Karin Reed is the author of three books: On-Camera Coach: Tools and Techniques for Business Professionals in a Video-Driven World, and two co-written with Dr. Joseph Allen, one of the foremost thought leaders on meeting science, Suddenly Virtual: Making Remote Meetings Work, and their latest Suddenly Hybrid: Managing the Modern Meeting. She is the CEO and Chief Confidence Creator of Speaker Dynamics, a corporate communications training firm, featured in Forbes. While speaking through a webcam might be new to much of the world, Karin has been teaching business professionals how to be effective on-camera communicators for nearly a decade, translating her experience as an Emmy-award-winning broadcast journalist, on-camera spokesperson, and actress into a methodology based upon the MVPs of On-Camera Success™. * Worth Mentioning: Karin and her team have been the chosen training partner for some of the world’s most recognized companies and most respected academic institutions in the world–from Nike to Lenovo, from Duke University to the Graduate School of Business at Stanford.
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- https://www.speakerdynamics.com/
- https://www.amazon.com/Karin-M.-Reed/e/B01MR1L7KY%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
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Book Recommendations * Suddenly Hybrid: Managing the Modern Meeting by Karin Reed and Joseph A. Allen * Lord Jim by Joseph Conrad
Related Episodes * Building Exceptional Relationships with David Bradford and Carole Robin * Using Communication Tools to Transform Work Relationships with Katie McCleary
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
We may be more connected than ever before; yet studies show we are also lonelier. Further, research indicates that for the first time, the emerging generation (Gen Z) is feeling more isolated and lonelier than the elderly population, and this was pre-Covid. Ryan Jenkins and Steven Van Cohen share with Kevin that we underestimate how much we need connection. When people show up lonely for work, they are 7x more likely to be disengaged, 5x more likely to miss work, and twice as likely to think about quitting their job. We need to be intentional about our connections and less transactional. This episode was recorded during our Mental Fitness Day, a Virtual LeaderCon event in April 2022.
Key Points * In this episode, Ryan and Steven discuss loneliness in the workplace. * They share the difference between loneliness and solitude. * They talk about belonging as an antidote to loneliness.
Meet Ryan and Steven * Name: Ryan Jenkins and Steven Van Cohen
* Their Story: Ryan Jenkins, CSP and Steven Van Cohen, MSOD are founders of LessLonely.com, the world’s #1 resource for addressing workplace loneliness and creating more belonging at work. They are also the authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams from Isolated to All In. Collectively they have over 20 years of experience helping organizations like Coca-Cola, The Home Depot, State Farm, John Deere, Delta Air Lines and Salesforce improve their teams. Their work has been featured in Fast Company, Forbes, Wall Street Journal, SUCCESS, Inc., and Entrepreneur Magazine. When they are not writing and speaking, you can find them sampling craft beers, attempting to play golf together, and spending quality time with their respective families.
* Worth Mentioning: Dubbed "The Leadership Whisperer" Steven has inspired thousands through his workshops, keynotes, and virtual events. He is CEO of SyncLX (a consultancy that works with many Fortune 500 companies.)
Ryan Jenkins CSP® (Certified Speaking Professional™), is an internationally recognized keynote speaker and three-time published author. He speaks all over the world to companies such as State Farm, Salesforce, Wells Fargo, FedEx, Liberty Mutual, and John Deere.
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Book Recommendations Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated to All Inby Ryan Jenkins and Steven Van Cohen
Related Episodes Connecting in a Virtual World with Nick Morgan
The Connector Manager with Jaime Roca
Talk Shifts - Ways to Transform Leadership with Krister Ungerböck
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About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.
Being the top dog isn’t easy. In fact, 30% of Fortune 500 CEOs last fewer than three years. What does it take to get to the top and excel? Vikram Malhotra of McKinsey & Company joins Kevin to discuss the research findings on how the top CEOs do their job. Conversations with the best of the best revealed six similar mindsets across the board.
Key Points * In this episode, Kevin and Vik discuss the process of determining CEO success. * Vik shares the 6 mindsets top CEOs share with a focus on being bold, treating the soft stuff like the hard stuff, and understanding team psychology. * Vik shares examples of how the mindsets worked in practice.
Meet Vik * Name: Vikram Malhotra * His Story: Vikram Malhotra is the co-author with Carolyn Dewar and Scott Keller of CEO Excellence: The Six Mindsets That Distinguish the Best Leaders from the Rest and a senior partner in McKinsey’s New York office and is the longest-tenured member of the firm. He served on its Board of Directors for 13 years, its Operating Committee for six, and its Senior Partner Committee for five. He was also Managing Partner for the Americas and currently chairs the firm’s Professional Standards Committee. * Worth Mentioning: Vik is also active with major non-profits outside McKinsey. He currently serves as chair of the board at the Wharton Graduate School of the University of Pennsylvania. He is also a trustee of The New York City Partnership and a Trustee Emeriti of the Asia Society. He earned his undergraduate degree in economics from the London School of Economics in 1980 and has an MBA from Wharton.
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Book Recommendations * CEO Excellence: The Six Mindsets That Distinguish the Best Leaders from the Rest by Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller, Vikram Malhotra * Strategy Beyond the Hockey Stick: People, Probabilities, and Big Moves to Beat the Odds by Chris Bradley, Martin Hirt, Sven Smit
Related Episodes * Creating the We Mindset with Dr. Eric George * Understanding the Success Mindsets with Ryan Gottfredson * The Mindsets and Habitsets of Leadership with Darrin Gray
Micromanagement.
Leaders tell me all the time that they’re not doing it, but if I talk to their teams, I often hear something different.
And here’s the thing, the other person decides if you’re micromanaging.
It’s wonderful to think if you’re not. But the reality is, if the other person, the person you’re leading or managing thinks you are, then you are.
Because micromanagement is relative, right? What feels like micromanagement when we’re brand new in a job is quite different than what it might feel like when we’ve been doing a job for a long time. Because what we even need as the employee is quite different.
You could be working with two different people, leading them in exactly the same way. One of them thinks you’re doing great. The other thinks you’re micromanaging because micromanagement is relative.
Micromanagement is also personal. We have different experiences in our past, different sort of buttons that can get pushed by our boss. And so we have to be clear about what does it look like to the other person.
If we want to avoid this problem right now, this doesn’t mean that we might not need to provide guidance.
Does it mean we don’t need to provide coaching? Does it mean that sometimes people are messing up and we need to give them more input?
It doesn’t mean any of that stuff because all of that might even be welcome. But micromanagement is something else.
So how do we overcome it? Well, there’s lots of things we can do to overcome micromanagement.
- Talk with each team member.
- Set clearer expectations for the work and your interactions with others.
The main thing I want you to remember from this short video is this, that even if you don’t think you’re micromanaging, you might be because the other person decides.
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Jean Oelwang spent years working with some of the most successful partnerships. Their technical skills or expertise were not their most important trait. She tells Kevin they all had the superpower to forge deep connections, to truly partner to make themselves better. Her research found six degrees of connection common to the most significant partnerships of any type: business associations, romantic partners, friends, and family.
Key Points * In this episode, Jean shares the importance of partnering. * She discusses the 6 degrees of connection with emphasis on Celebrating Friction and Magnetic Moments. * She talks about the importance of building connections virtually.
Meet Jean * Name: Jean Oelwang * Her Story: Jean Oelwang is the author of Partnering: Forge the Deep Connections That Make Great Things Happen. She is the President and Founding CEO of Virgin Unite and a B Team Leader. She sits on the Advisory Council of The Elders and on several boards including RMI, Just Capital, and Virgin Unite. * Worth Mentioning: Jean is the co-founder of Plus Wonder, a not-for-profit initiative inspired by her passion for the power of partnerships of all kinds. Before Virgin, Jean spent 18 years working in six continents to start and help lead mobile phone companies in South Africa, Colombia, Bulgaria, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the US. She was the joint CEO of Virgin Mobile in Australia before starting Virgin Unite.
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Book Recommendations * Partnering: Forge the Deep Connections That Make Great Things Happen by Jean Oelwang * The Overstory By Richard Powers * Humankind: a Hopeful History by Rutger Bregman
Related Episodes * Partnership is the New Leadership with Ty Bennett * Creating Connection in the Age of Isolation with Dan Schawbel
Communication. So important in our lives, both professionally and personally. So complex, not only with all the platforms on which communication is possible but even more so as we are doing more “remote” communication. Katie McCleary shares with Kevin that we need to show up with the intent to listen. We need to move past asking “why are you doing this” to “tell me about how you are doing this”. We can’t force collaboration, so to keep moving forward we need to get curious.
Key Points * In this episode, Katie discusses clean and curious listening. * She shares what it means to empty the human cup. * She talks about listening for energy words.
Meet Katie * Name: Katie McCleary * Her Story: Katie McCleary is the co-author (with Jennifer Edwards) of Bridge the Gap: Breakthrough Communication Tools to Transform Work Relationships from Challenging to Collaborative. She is also the founder of 916 Ink, a nonprofit that has transformed over 4,000 vulnerable youth into confident authors. * Worth Mentioning: In 2015, Mashable.com named Katie one of 15 "Real Miss America's" in the nation for her work with vulnerable populations. In 2017, she won the Heart of a Hero award from PBS: KVIE’s Rob on the Road Heroes & Helping Hands show. In 2018, she launched The Drive podcast, a collaboration between the American Leadership Forum and Capital Public Radio (Sacramento's NPR affiliate).
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Book Recommendations * Bridge the Gap: Breakthrough Communication Tools to Transform Work Relationships From Challenging to Collaborativeby Jennifer Edwards and Katie McCleary * Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Harari * The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows by John Koenig * The Moon by Whale Light: And Other Adventures Among Bats, Penguins, Crocodilians, and Whales by Diane Ackerman
Related Episodes * Communicate Like a Leader with Dianna Booher * Connecting with Others Through Listening with Ximena Vengoechea * How to Communicate Effectively with Anyone, Anywhere with Raúl Sánchez and Dan Bullock
Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious? It’s no wonder since we have 50,000+ thoughts each day, many of which are repetitive and not helpful. That’s a lot of mind power to use with minimal results. Jody Michael tells Kevin that the average leader spends 80% of their time in a negative emotional state. This minimizes decision-making abilities and results in lower productivity. Jody shares 5 muscles of mental fitness which will help you increase your emotional intelligence, build better relationships and thrive instead of survive. This episode was recording during our Mental Fitness Day, a Virtual LeaderCon event in April 2022.
Key Points * In this episode, Jody defines mental fitness. * She discusses the 5 muscles of mental fitness (self-awareness and mindfulness, personal accountability, ability to see multiple perspectives and viewpoints, choosing the right lens, and learning to apply deep breathing when in a triggered state. * She comments on how leaders can use mental fitness for themselves and their teams.
Meet Jody * Name: Jody Michael * Her Story: Jody Michael is the author of Leading Lightly: Lower Your Stress, Think with Clarity, and Lead with Ease and CEO of Jody Michael Associates, a premier coaching company specializing in executive coaching, leadership development, and career coaching. She is recognized as one of the top 4% of coaches worldwide and is an internationally credentialed Master Certified Coach, Board Certified Coach, University of Chicago trained psychotherapist, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. * Worth Mentioning: Jody is a Master Certified Coach (MCC), the highest international commendation awarded to coaches by the International Coach Federation (ICF) and a distinction held by fewer than 4% of coaches worldwide, and fewer than 5% of coaches in the United States. She is also a Board Certified Coach (BCC), a credential awarded by the Center for Credentialing and Education (CCE) to those who are both licensed as a psychologist, credentialed as a coach, and pass a rigorous certification exam. She’s a renowned keynote speaker, author, and thought leader in her field who has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Forbes, Oprah Magazine, Huffington Post, Crain’s Chicago, and more. She has appeared as an expert on MSNBC, CNN, the TODAY Show, and NPR.
Connect with Jody * https://www.leadinglightlybook.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/company/jody-michael-associates/ * https://www.instagram.com/jodymichaelassociates/ * https://www.facebook.com/jodymichaelassociates * https://twitter.com/jmacoaching * https://www.amazon.com/Jody-Michael/e/B0B1XG2D1L/ref=zg_bsnr_4747_bl_5/000-0000000-0000000?pd_rd_i=1626348995
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Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious? It’s no wonder since we have 50,000+ thoughts each day, many of which are repetitive and not helpful. That’s a lot of mind power to use with minimal results. Jody Michael tells Kevin that the average leader spends 80% of their time in a negative emotional state. This minimizes decision-making abilities and results in lower productivity. Jody shares 5 muscles of mental fitness which will help you increase your emotional intelligence, build better relationships and thrive instead of survive. This episode was recording during our Mental Fitness Day, a Virtual LeaderCon event in April 2022.
Key Points * In this episode, Jody defines mental fitness. * She discusses the 5 muscles of mental fitness (self-awareness and mindfulness, personal accountability, ability to see multiple perspectives and viewpoints, choosing the right lens, and learning to apply deep breathing when in a triggered state. * She comments on how leaders can use mental fitness for themselves and their teams.
Meet Jody * Name: Jody Michael * Her Story: Jody Michael is the author of Leading Lightly: Lower Your Stress, Think with Clarity, and Lead with Ease and CEO of Jody Michael Associates, a premier coaching company specializing in executive coaching, leadership development, and career coaching. She is recognized as one of the top 4% of coaches worldwide and is an internationally credentialed Master Certified Coach, Board Certified Coach, University of Chicago trained psychotherapist, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. * Worth Mentioning: Jody is a Master Certified Coach (MCC), the highest international commendation awarded to coaches by the International Coach Federation (ICF) and a distinction held by fewer than 4% of coaches worldwide, and fewer than 5% of coaches in the United States. She is also a Board Certified Coach (BCC), a credential awarded by the Center for Credentialing and Education (CCE) to those who are both licensed as a psychologist, credentialed as a coach, and pass a rigorous certification exam. She’s a renowned keynote speaker, author, and thought leader in her field who has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Forbes, Oprah Magazine, Huffington Post, Crain’s Chicago, and more. She has appeared as an expert on MSNBC, CNN, the TODAY Show, and NPR.
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Related Episodes * Understanding Anxiety at Work with Chester Elton * Beating Burnout at Work with Paula Davis * The Burnout Epidemic with Jennifer Moss * How to Break Free from Daily Burnout, Struggle Less, and Thrive More with Nataly Kogan
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Do you think you can rise to the top without being a jerk, or do nice guys/gals finish last? David Bodanis believes that although it isn’t easy, you can be successful without being a jerk. He shares case studies throughout history to show how you can be firm and fair.
Key Points In this episode, David shares how to:
- Listen without ego and fixation.
- Give by letting others give (but audit).
- Defend without over-defending.
Meet David * Name: David Bodanis * His Story: David Bodanis is the author of The Art of Fairness: The Power of Decency in a World Turned Mean. He was born in Chicago, lived in France for a decade, and now makes his home in London. He studied math, physics, and history at the University of Chicago and for many years taught the “Intellectual Toolkit” course at Oxford. * Worth Mentioning: David is also the author of the New York Times bestseller, The Secret House, the bestselling E=mc², which was adapted into the PBS documentary Einstein’s Big Idea, and the Royal Society Science Book of the Year Prize winner Electric Universe. When not on the road or hunched over a computer, he spends his time at Britain’s premier kick-boxing gym – ‘Paragon’ in east London.
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Book Recommendations * Art of Fairness: The Power of Decency in a World Turned Mean by David Bodanis
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Our lives are a portfolio of S-curves. We have periods of starting, learning, and mastery. Whitney Johnson joins Kevin to talk about the S-curve of Learning to measure growth; personally, professionally, and organizationally. It is hard to start something new because growth is hard. By keeping rituals (or known things), we can create calm and stability in our brains to allow for more growth.
Key Points * In this episode, Whitney Johnson defines the S-curve of Learning and shares the stages of growth and learning. * She discusses using the S-curve of Learning for assessment. * She shares examples of how we can build a culture around the S-curve of Learning.
Meet Whitney * Name: Whitney Johnson * Her Story: Whitney Johnson is the author of several top-selling books including, Disrupt Yourself and Build an A Team. Her latest book is Smart Growth: How to Grow Your People to Grow Your Company. She is CEO of the tech-enabled talent development company Disruption Advisors, an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private company in America. * Worth Mentioning: In 2021, Whitney was named #8 on the Thinkers50 list, made up of the 50 leading business thinkers in the world. She is an award-winning author, a regular keynote speaker, and a frequent lecturer for Harvard Business School’s Corporate Learning. She is also the host of the popular Disrupt Yourself podcast, with guests including Brené Brown, Simon Sinek, Susan Cain, and General Stanley McChrystal.
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Book Recommendations * Smart Growth: How to Grow Your People to Grow Your Company by Whitney Johnson * A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas * High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out by Amanda Ripley * Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience by Brené Brown
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If I asked you what your first thought is when I say the word “conflict”, chances are it wouldn’t be positive.
And while there is certainly a downside to conflict, the truth is conflict isn’t always bad. In fact, there are many times when conflict can be a good thing. And in this episode, I’ll explain exactly this.
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Empathy is something we all look for in other people. We would love for people to have more empathy for us. And when we’re willing to and take the time to be empathetic with others, we gain almost as much as they do. I’m speaking about empathy in general, but I’m also speaking about it specifically as a leader. Because now more than ever, as a leader, being more empathetic is one of the great ways for us to be more effective as a leader.
And so while there is lots written and stated (much by me even!), today I’m not going to talk about skill as much as the practice of being empathetic. And specifically the five L’s that you can use to help you create a practice of empathy.
We are living in a world that is uncertain, ambiguous, and volatile. Rick Simmons suggests that we use this as an opportunity to not just live through the change but harness the energy for productive change and forward progress. Rick sits down with Kevin to talk about liminal space and what we can do to use that momentum to think more clearly and deeply and make change happen. Key Points * In this episode, Ricks talks about how to define liminal space. * He shares the formula for liminal moments (preparation, catalyst, integration, and sustainability.) * He discusses whether we can trigger liminal space.
Meet Rick * Name: Rick Simmons * His Story: Rick Simmons is the ForbesBooks co-author of Unleashed: Harnessing the Power of Liminal Space. He also is co-founder and chief executive officer of the telos institute, which helps leaders in business and industry hone their leadership skills, optimize their business strategy, and embrace change as a strategic advantage. * Worth Mentioning: Before founding telos, Simmons spent 10 years in various senior strategy and sales leadership positions within the financial services industry. More recently, he was named a Founding Fellow at The Harvard Institute of Coaching at the MacLean Medical School where he contributes insights and best practices to the growing field of executive coaching. His co-founder and co-author is also his partner in life, Amy Simmons. They live in Ohio with their four children.
Connect with Rick * https://thetelosinstitute.com/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-simmons-msoda-b4bb034a/ * https://twitter.com/telosinstitute * https://www.facebook.com/thetelosinstitute
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Book Recommendations * Unleashed: Harnessing the Power of Liminal Space by Rick Simmons and Amy Simmons * The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate―Discoveries from A Secret World by Peter Wohlleben
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In this episode, we’re talking about making room for conversation and I’m using a cup metaphor to illustrate some important points.
As humans, we all have a mental and emotional cup. And like a cup of tea or a cup of coffee, if it’s completely full, there is no room for anything else. Literally.
This cup metaphor applies to communication and conversation as well. If you are attempting to converse with someone and their cup is full, there’s not room for a new conversation with you. You’ve probably been in conversations where this is the case. And if you have, you find that you’re talking to someone who isn’t very engaged.
So when this happens, the only way to engage and create real dialogue is by helping the other person make room for the conversation.
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Employee engagement: we know that when engagement goes up, performance often follows. So, why is this so important, and how do you grow and sustain it? Brian Hartzer shares that when we get the best people who are emotionally committed to the goals and purpose of the organization, they will positively impact the bottom line. As a leader, you need to provide clarity, get rid of barriers, and create a culture of appreciation.
Key Points * In this episode, Brian Hartzer shares his thoughts about engagement being about the leaders and individuals * He talks about the 5 points of the leadership star (care, context, clarity, clearing the way, celebrate). * He talks about the importance of self-awareness and authenticity.
Meet Brian * Name: Brian Hartzer * His Story: Brian Hartzer is the author of THE LEADERSHIP STAR: A Practical Guide To Building Engagement. He is an experienced executive and leadership mentor who served as CEO of the Westpac Banking Group from 2015 to 2019. * Worth Mentioning: Brian spent 15 years in senior executive roles at the Royal Bank of Scotland Group and ANZ Banking Group. He is currently an advisor and investor to several Sydney-based startups, including Quantium, a data-science company. Hartzer, who graduated from Princeton University and is a Chartered Financial Analyst, holds dual U.S. and Australian citizenship. He resides in Sydney, Australia.
Connect with Brian
- https://www.theleadershipstar.com/
- https://therestishistory.supportingcast.fm/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianhartzer/
- https://www.amazon.com/Brian-Hartzer/e/B08YK8BVXN%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
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Book Recommendations * The Leadership Star: A Practical guide for Building Engagement by Brian Hartzer * The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race by Walter Isaacson
Related Episodes * The Leader's Role in Employee Engagement with Michael Lee Stallard * Understanding Employee Engagement with Jacqueline Throop-Robinson
For centuries, people have wanted to find the fountain of youth. People traveled for months on ships to try to find this mythical fountain of youth, because we’d all like to be younger, right?
What about wisdom? I think we’d all like to be wise, and the good news is we can find the source of wisdom without a long trip and it’s not mythical.
The idea for this episode came from my pastor, Aaron Brockett, at the Trader’s Point Christian Church. But this isn’t really a religious idea at all. You see, we all want (more) wisdom regardless of our beliefs. But the question is, where does it come from? In this episode, we’ll explore some possible sources of wisdom to determine what the true source is.
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Having a purpose is not the same as a purpose statement. Purpose is an ideal. It is the reason you choose to exist. Professionally, it is why you go to work. Is it a job(money)? Is it a career (get ahead)? Is it a calling (gives you meaning)? Ranjay Gulati joins Kevin to discuss deep purpose at work. He believes it is the foundation for the organization and defines the work experience, including culture. When your organization believes in something, you move your team from not just satisfied or engaged to inspired. An inspired team does the work because they want to.
Key Points * In this episode, Ranjay shares how purpose differs from mission, vision, and values. * He discusses practical realism. * He talks about the organizational benefit of deep purpose.
Meet Ranjay * Name: Ranjay Gulati * His Story: Ranjay Gulati is the author of several books, including his newest Deep Purpose, the Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies. He is the Paul R. Lawrence MBA Class of 1942 Professor and the former Unit Head of the Organizational Behavior Unit at Harvard Business School. * Worth Mentioning: Professor Gulati studies how “resilient” organizations—those that prosper both in good times and bad—drive growth and profitability. His work bridges strategy (establishing clear strategic pillars for growth), organizational design (reimagining purposeful and collaborative organizational systems), and leadership (fostering inspired, courageous, and caring execution).
Connect with Ranjay Gulati
- https://ranjaygulati.com/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranjay-gulati/
- https://deeppurpose.net/
- https://twitter.com/RanjayGulati
- https://www.amazon.com/Books-Ranjay-Gulati/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ARanjay+Gulati
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Book Recommendations * Deep Purpose: The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies by Ranjay Gulati * Demographics Unravelled: How Demographics Affect and Influence Every Aspect of Economics, Finance and Policy by Amlan Roy * Why Startups Fail: A New Roadmap for Entrepreneurial Success by Tom Eisenmann
Related Podcast Episodes * Mission-Driven Leadership with Mark Bertolini
In this episode Kevin Eikenberry discusses how your viewpoint determines your outlook and how we usually operate from a worm's eye view or a bird's eye view. He also mentions how you can incorporate viewpoint language into your organization or team.
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Think goal first. That seems like pretty solid advice. And it seems like something that is easy to do. And yet…we don’t always do that.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a short story from my own personal work that highlights the importance of remembering to think goal first and keep adjusting routines to stay in alignment with the goal.
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Fewer than 15% of larger organizations reinvented their work because of the pandemic. They learned they could get by and did the same "work" remotely. Keith Ferrazzi joins Kevin to discuss his research looking at the innovations that emerged during the pandemic. Leaders need to understand the risks and opportunities that need attention today to stay competitive.
Key Points * In this episode, Keith Ferrazzi shares how he thinks the pandemic changed the way we work. * He discusses the importance of active foresight. * He highlights the Lego block workforce. * He talks about mental health and resilience from both an individual and team standpoint.
Meet Keith * Name: Keith Ferrazzi * His Story: Keith Ferrazzi is the author of COMPETING IN THE NEW WORLD OF WORK: How Radical Adaptability Separates the Best from the Rest with Kian Gohar and Noel Weyrich. He is Chairman of Ferrazzi Greenlight and The Greenlight Research Institute, where he works to identify behaviors that block global organizations from reaching their goals and transform them by coaching new behaviors that increase growth and shareholder value. * Worth Mentioning: Ferrazzi is a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Company, and Inc Magazine and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Leading Without Authority, Who’s Got Your Back, and Never Eat Alone.
Book Recommendations Competing in the New World of Work: How Radical Adaptability Separates the Best from the Rest Bu Keith Ferrazzi, Kian Gohar and Noel Weyrich
Life Force: How New Breakthroughs in Precision Medicine Can Transform the Quality of Your Life & Those You Love by Tony Robbins, Peter H. Diamandis, and Robert Hariri
Related Podcast Episodes Leading at a Distance with Jim Citrin and Darleen DeRosa
What it Means to Be a Long-Distance Teammate with Wayne Turmel
Today I'm talking about conflict and how I want you to stop managing conflict.
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I doubt there’s anyone reading this who doesn’t use at least one calendar. In fact, if you’re at all like me or members of my team, you likely have multiple calendars – calendars for work, calendars for personal, calendars for kids activities… Calendars are important and we all likely use them. So what’s the purpose of our calendar?
Maybe it keeps you on track and on time. Maybe it keeps you from forgetting important events. Maybe it keeps you focused.
Your calendar likely does all of this and more. And in this episode, I’m asking seven powerful questions that you need to answer to see if your calendar is serving you as well as it should.
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Apple, Amazon, Nike, and Coca-Cola are just a few brands we recognize. However, have you thought of yourself as a brand? Perhaps, if you are a coach or business owner. Mike Kim suggests that your brand is simply what people say about you when you aren’t in the room. He joins Kevin to discuss how you become the brand, regardless of your role. Be intentional with who you are and dare to put yourself out there.
Key Points * Mike Kim discusses what makes a personal brand (ideas, expertise, reputation, and personality.) * He shares why leaders should think about not only themselves, but also their team as a brand. * He talks about platforms as you build your brand.
Meet Mike * Name: Mike Kim * His Story: Mike is the author of the Wall St. Journal and USA Today bestseller, You Are the Brand. He has been featured in and written for Inc., Entrepreneur, and The Huffington Post. He has spoken at industry-leading events, including Social Media Marketing World, Tribe Conference, and Podcast Movement. * Worth Mentioning: Mike’s core philosophy of marketing is this: Marketing isn’t about closing a sale; it’s about opening a relationship. Before running his own consulting business, he worked for several years as the CMO of a successful multi-million dollar company near New York City.
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Book Recommendations * You Are the Brand by Mike Kim * The Gap and The Gain: The High Achievers’ Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy * The Five Minute Journal: A Happier You in 5 Minutes a Day | Original Creator of The Five Minute Journal – Simple Daily Guided Format – Increase Gratitude & Happiness, Life Planner, Gratitude List
Related Podcast Episodes * Connecting Your Company Culture with Your Brand with Denise Lee Yohn. * Is it Marketing or Leadership? with Seth Godin.
Today I'm talking about the leader's role in conflict. Here are some questions to ask yourself when there's conflict in your organization:
- Start with questions, not actions - Is it workplace conflict?
- Set an expectation
- Do some coaching
- Check in on progress
- Stay out longer What are you teaching your team?
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In this episode of Remarkable TV, I’m sharing tips for giving better instructions. And to do that, we’re using the game of Monopoly to help us.
So Monopoly. Chances are, if you’ve played Monopoly, you either love it or you hate it.
And if you’ve played it, you know that there are a lot of rules in the game. About seven pages of rules to be exact.
Have you ever taught someone how to play? Now if we go through all of these rules before we start playing, it will not likely go so well. They will zone out, miss half of them or forget most of them by the time they get to a scenario that uses each rule.
However, when you start with the end in mind, you will be more successful…
Communication is important and persuasive writing is a skill anyone can possess. Colonel Carla Bass joins Kevin to discuss what good writing does. Good writing helps influence. This includes budget approvals, appropriation of funds, and promotions, to name a few. Carla suggests finding the fun in writing. Everyone is a storyteller; you know the journey for your audience. Key Points * Carla Bass discusses influence as the goal of our writing. * She shares advice on the “right” length of the message and the importance of outlines. * She provides word sculpting tools, like verbs are your friends and don’t use the words that hog space.
Meet Carla * Name: Colonel Carla Bass, USAF (Ret) * Her Story: Colonel Carla D. Bass, USAF (Ret), is the author of the multiple award-winning book Write to Influence! now in its second edition. Throughout her 45-year career (30 in the Air Force and 15 with a federal agency), she composed items sent to Congress, the White House, generals, and ambassadors; hundreds of performance reviews; awards nominations; and budget justifications. Carla’s assignments included Germany, Bulgaria (as the defense and air attaché), Turkey, Korea, and Washington, D.C. * Worth Mentioning: As a squadron commander, Carla transformed her 480-person unit from the most losing in state-wide, professional awards into the one to beat. She developed her writing methodology and taught her troops to write. So successful was her program, she taught thousands of Air Force members for the next 15 years. Her battle cries are twofold: 1) “Powerful writing changes lives” and 2) “Powerful writing is the lifeblood of successful organizations”.
Book Recommendations * Write to Influence!: Personnel Appraisals, Resumes, Awards, Grants, Scholarships, Internships, Reports, Bid Proposals, Web Pages, Marketing, and More by Carla Bass * The Heist by Daniel Silva
Related Podcast Episodes * Influence Redefined with Stacey Hanke. * You Have More Influence Than You Think with Vanessa Bohns.
Change is hard. It doesn’t usually come naturally. And at the end of the day, when we change we have made a choice.
And as leaders, when we are trying to lead change at work, we are asking our team to be “all in” – to make a choice to change.
Unfortunately, most change leadership communication is about the change itself. This is important of course, but we’re missing three key components when we’re communicating about change. Check out the video below to see what you might be missing in your change leadership.
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Are you successful? Do you know that success can lead to complacency? Complacency can decrease productivity, create mistakes, and impact the bottom line – it costs money. Len Herstein sits down with Kevin to discuss the dangers of complacency and why vigilance enables us to remain successful. Self-awareness is a start. When we become predictable, either personally or in our organizations, it becomes easier for a competitor to take over. We need to be strategically unpredictable and develop habits that minimize overconfidence. Key Points * Len Herstein discusses complacency vs. vigilance and how we notice if we are becoming overconfident. * He shares the OODA loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act). * He talks about metrics and unintended consequences.
Meet Len * Name: Len Herstein * His Story: Len is the author of Be Vigilant! Strategies to Stop Complacency, Improve Performance, and Safeguard Success. He is on a mission to empower organizations and individuals to protect the success they’ve worked so hard to achieve. Len has a 30+ year history in business, marketing, and entrepreneurism–working in brand marketing for Coca-Cola, The Campbell Soup Company, and Nabisco before founding Manage Camp (a business conference producer). * Worth Mentioning: In 2015, Len answered a higher calling to public service when he became a Reserve Sheriff’s Deputy in Douglas County, Colorado, where he works up to 850 hours a year as a state-certified peace officer on the patrol team – for free. Len quickly realized he was learning valuable lessons through his law enforcement training that applied directly back to his business. The most important lesson, and one of the very first he learned, was the concept that complacency kills, and vigilance saves
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Book Recommendations * Be Vigilant!: Strategies to Stop Complacency, Improve Performance, and Safeguard Success. Your Business and Relationships Depend on It by Len Herstein * I’ll Be Back by Shep Hyken * Fanocracy: Turning Fans into Customers and Customers into Fans by David Meerman Scott and Reiko Scott
Related Podcast Episodes * Building a Peak Performance Organization with Chris McGoff. * From Suck to Success with Todd Palmer. * What it Means to be a 100x Leader with Jeremie Kubicek .
Routines are wonderful things. When we have a routine, we no longer have to think about it. We are able to operate automatically, freeing up our brains for other things. Morning routines are especially important as they allow us the opportunity to start the day off successfully and productively.
In this video, I am giving you four key idea to think about as you create, re-create or re-adjust your morning routines.
- Prepare your body
- Prepare your mind.
- Prepare your attitude.
- Prepare your focus.
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We’ve heard of company culture. What about corporate soul? We know most employees quit their jobs not because of compensation, but because they don’t feel valued. Ralf Specht joins Kevin to discuss the Soul System™. This is a framework Ralf developed that aligns purpose with strategy and behavior. He shares an example of a company with a soul. Further, companies that operate in this framework are more successful and see higher ROI. Key Points * Ralf Specht describes company soul and how this differs from culture. * He shares his thoughts on purpose vs. mission. * He advises how you can impact culture when you are not a senior leader.
Meet Ralf * Name: Ralf Specht * His Story: Ralf is the author of Building Corporate Soul: Powering Culture & Success with the Soul System™. He was a founding partner of the startup Spark44, a global marketing communications powerhouse. He was the architect of an innovative, industry-first joint-venture with Jaguar Land Rover, which he grew to a global revenue of $100+m and 1,200 employees. * Worth Mentioning: He consulted for more than 20 years with global companies and brands such as Deutsche Bank, Credit Suisse, General Motors, Nestlé, Coca-Cola, Puma, and PWC with McCann Erickson. The title of his forthcoming book is Beyond the Startup: Sparking Operational Innovations for Global Growth.
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Book Recommendations * Building Corporate Soul: Powering Culture & Success with the Soul System™ by Ralf Specht * Leading From The Jumpseat: How to Create Extraordinary Opportunities by Handing Over Control by Peter Docker
Related Podcast Episodes * Building a Powerful Culture with Patty McCord. * Connecting Your Company Culture with Your Brand with Denise Lee Yohn. * The Power of Corporate Culture with Chris Dyer.
Now, you might already know that I grew up on a farm, and so I have plenty of farm phrases in my vernacular. Some of these phrases wouldn’t make any sense to you. But some of those farm phrases are things you’ve either heard before or maybe even heard here on this blog last week. You can watch that episode right here.
So last week we talked about making hay, and today we’re talking about gathering eggs, and specifically about not putting all your eggs in one basket.
Now, I don’t have nearly as much personal experience with eggs as I do with making hay. But think about it for a second. If you’ve got a basket that you’re using to collect eggs and as you’re putting them in one cracks. Well then, you have a problem. Even worse, if you drop the bucket, you lose all the eggs.
So what’s the point for us as leaders? Well, there are several things for us to think about here. And I’m starting the video with one of my favorite thoughts in business: One is a dangerous number.
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Leadership isn’t rainbows and unicorns; it’s about results. Martin Moore believes there is a disconnect between the process and function of leadership today. He joins Kevin to share his No Bullsh!t framework and why leaders need to move past being liked and commit to developing the habits and disciplines that improve their leadership capability. Key Points * Martin Moore shares his 7 imperatives from the No Bullsh!t Leadership framework (Value, Conflict, Resilience, Working at level, Ambiguity, Accountability, and Decision-making). * He discusses what it means to work at level and how to get accountability. * He gives advice for building resilience.
Meet Martin * Name: Martin G. Moore * His Story: Martin is the author of No Bullsh!t Leadership and co-founder with his daughter, Emma Green, of Your CEO Mentor, a company whose purpose is to improve the quality of leaders, globally. He is also the host of the No Bullsh!t Leadership podcast. * Worth Mentioning: Martin is the former CEO of CS Energy. He also developed Leadership Beyond the Theory, a global training program geared toward sharing his insights and wisdom with the world’s top executives.
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Book Recommendations * No Bullsh!t Leadership by Martin G. Moore * Valuation: Measuring and Managing the Value of Companies by McKinsey & Company Inc., Tim Koller, Marc Goedhart, David Wessels * The Halo Effect: . . . and the Eight Other Business Delusions That Deceive Managers by Phil Rosenzweig * What Money Can’t Buy: The Moral Limits of Markets by Michael J. Sandel
Related Podcast Episodes * Leading By Learning From the Tech Titans with Alex Kantrowitz. * From Suck to Success with Todd Palmer. * Insights into the Science of Leadership at Amazon with Bill Carr.
I grew up on a farm, and so I have plenty of agricultural phrases in my vernacular, but actually all of us have some of those phrases. For example: Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Yep, that’s a farm phrase. And hint, I’m going to talk about it next week. But for now we’re talking about this phrase:
Make hay when the sun is shining.
Now, you may have never made hay. You may not know what that means but you’ve probably heard the phrase. Here’s the backstory. Hay is made from growing crop (grass, alfalfa and clover most frequently), and it is cut when it’s very green and very moist, a growing plant. However it must be dry before it can be bailed up to be used and stored.
So you can cut hay when it’s raining, but you can’t make hay and bale it when it’s raining. The sun’s got to be shining. The crops need to be dry. There’s a limited time window. Make hay when the sun is shining. So here’s the point for us as leaders.
Tweet it out: To make hay when the sun shines means to do the work you need to do, when you need to do it. And you don’t have to be a farmer to understand that. @KevinEikenberry
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Culture seems to be the latest buzzword, yet the employee experience is important. Let’s face it, employees have a choice of where they want to work. Chris Edmonds and Mark Babbitt sit down with Kevin to talk about culture and that it doesn’t have to suck. You have a role to play and when you equally value respect and results, profits go up.
Key Points * Chris and Mark define good and why it is more important now than ever before. * They share their thoughts around “servant purpose”. * They discuss how you can create or adjust the culture if you aren’t senior leadership. * They talk about how remote work impacts culture.
Meet Chris and Mark * Names: S. Chris Edmonds and Mark Babbitt * Their Story: Chris and Mark are the authors of Good Comes First: How Today’s Leaders Create an Uncompromising Company Culture That Doesn’t Suck. Chris is also a speaker, executive consultant, and founder of The Purposeful Culture Group. Mark is also a speaker, executive coach, and President of WorqIQ. * Worth Mentioning: Chris is one of Inc. Magazine’s 100 Top Leadership Speakers and was a featured presenter at South by Southwest. Mark is also CEO and Founder of YouTern. This career-focused community enables college students, recent graduates, and young professionals to find their first or next internship or job with the right organizational culture for them.
This episode is brought to you by… Future of Work Newsletter, a free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you, your team and your organization be more successful in the ever-changing remote work environment.
Book Recommendations * Good Comes First: How Today’s Leaders Create an Uncompromising Company Culture That Doesn’t Suck by S. Chris Edmonds and Mark S. Babbitt * The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World by Dorie Clark * Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger, and Multiply Your Impact by Liz Wiseman
Related Podcast Episodes * Turning Culture into Competitive Advantage with Jeff Grimshaw. * Creating Courageous Cultures with Karin Hurt and David Dye. * Solving the Culture Puzzle with Mario Moussa and Derek Newberry.
The great resignation has been all over the press and all in the media. Everyone’s talking about it and many people are participating in it. I recently recorded a video with personal lessons from the great resignation. You can watch that here.
But today we are talking specifically about what the great resignation means for leaders. There are major challenges for every leader and there are also some great lessons. We’ll explore those in the video below.
Tweet it out: The Great Resignation holds lessons for leaders if we look for them. The biggest one is that people are thinking about work differently than ever before. @KevinEikenberry
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No two leadership journeys are the same. And, regardless of where we are, there is always an opportunity to learn. Scott Jeffrey Miller joins Kevin to discuss insights and lessons learned from hosting On Leadership with Scott Miller. The common thread he found from each of the 30 mentors he highlights in his book, Master Mentors, is they are clear in what they want to accomplish. They approach life with an abundance mindset and listen more than they talk.
Key Points * Scott Jeffrey Miller highlights lessons and stories he learned from hosting his podcast. * He discusses the power of gratitude and living your life through the lens of “I get to.” * He shares advice on how to find a mentor.
Meet Scott * Name: Scott Jeffrey Miller * His Story: Scott Jeffrey Miller is the author of numerous books, including his latest book, Master Mentors: 30 Transformative Insights from Our Greatest Minds. Miller hosts the FranklinCovey-sponsored On Leadership with Scott Miller, the world’s largest and fastest-growing weekly leadership podcast. * Worth Mentioning: In addition to supporting FranklinCovey’s global thought leadership efforts, Miller has developed the ignite your genius™ coaching series to help leaders take their careers from accidental to deliberate. He also hosts FranklinCovey’s Bookclub.com series with world-renowned authors. Miller began his professional career in 1992 with the Disney Development Company (the real estate development division of Walt Disney Company) as a founding member of the development team that designed the town of Celebration, Florida. Miller and his wife live in Salt Lake City, Utah, with their three sons.
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Book Recommendations * Master Mentors: 30 Transformative Insights from Our Greatest Minds by Scott Jeffrey Miller * Be Exceptional: Master the Five Traits That Set Extraordinary People Apart by Joe Navarro * The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. * Going There by Katie Couric
Related Podcast Episodes * Management Mess to Leadership Success with Scott Jeffrey Miller. * Read to Lead with Jeff Brown. * Being Impact Player with Liz Wiseman.
Organizational culture has been an important topic for a number of years, but right now, as I’m recording this video at the beginning of 2022, culture has never been a bigger focus.
Organizations around the globe are trying to figure out what the future of their workplace will look like. And rightfully so, they’re concerned about their culture. And many leaders are trying to figure out how they can get the culture they used to have back.
Now let me just say, trying to get back to the culture you used to have pre-pandemic will not be possible. The world has changed significantly as have we and our people.
Whether we like it or not, culture is always changing. It’s never static.
So as you think about your organizational culture and what that will look like for you, I’d like to share three cultures that you should consider in this process.
Tweet it out: To create the culture you want, you must consider the culture of your past and present as the starting point. @KevinEikenberry
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As a leader, you want to get the most out of your team. You want to have a positive impact on your team. You don’t want to be just an OK leader; you want to be a great leader. Dr. Adam Bandelli joins Kevin to discuss the leadership competencies he believes will enhance your influence and effectiveness as a leader. For example, compassion is your ability to communicate and build relationships. Regardless of where you are in your journey, these skills will change the way you lead, for the better. Key Points * Dr. Bandelli shares with Kevin how he developed the 10 competencies as well as advice on how to use the model. * He shares the competencies. * He discusses how you can build endurance. * He explains how you can create a vision, even if you are not the CEO.
Meet Adam * Name: Dr. Adam Bandelli * His Story: Adam C. Bandelli, Ph.D. is the author of What Every Leader Needs: The Ten Universal and Indisputable Competencies of Leadership Effectiveness. He is the Managing Director of Bandelli & Associates, a boutique consulting firm focusing on leadership advisory services and organizational effectiveness. * Worth Mentioning: Before founding Bandelli & Associates, Adam was a Partner at Korn Ferry, where he led the Private Equity assessment practice for North America. Earlier in his career, he was a Partner at RHR International, where he served as one of the firm’s leaders on Board and CEO Succession, High Potential Development, Senior Team Effectiveness, and Executive Assessments.
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Book Recommendations * What Every Leader Needs: The Ten Universal and Indisputable Competencies of Leadership Effectiveness by Dr. Adam C. Bandelli * Never Eat Alone, Expanded and Updated: And Other Secrets to Success, One Relationship at a Time by Keith Ferrazzi and Tahl Raz
Related Podcast Episodes * The Leader Habit with Martin Lanik. * Scaling Leadership with Robert J. Anderson. * Cracking the Leadership Code with Alain Hunkins.
In the Long-Distance Worklife Wayne Turmel, a remote leadership expert, teams up with Marisa Eikenberry to answer questions about working remotely and help you lead, work, and thrive in remote and hybrid teams. We'll look at the way we work in remote and hybrid teams. Each week, we bring you provocative discussions about what it takes to work remotely, master technology, develop your leadership skills, and just plain survive the way we’re expected to work today. We’ll bring you new and exciting voices in the world of remote and hybrid work. In addition to conversations with diverse and unique voices, Wayne and Marisa will take your questions, making us the most relevant source for navigating the Long-Distance Worklife.
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If you’ve ever been driving in the United States on an interstate, every so often, you’ll see a sign that has a number on it, a mile marker.
You’re probably familiar with those. They didn’t originate in the U.S. and in modern times, but rather during Roman times.
Marking progress on the journey with milestones makes sense, right?
Well, today we use milestones much more often in things like project management to help us plan out our projects and see how we’re doing against plan. That’s how we typically think about milestones, but I think that there are really five ways that we can look at milestones and five ways that milestones can help us.
- Milestones are a planning tool.
- Milestones are goals.
- Milestones drive momentum.
- Milestones create perspective.
- Milestones are a chance to celebrate.
In this episode, we’ll dive deeper into these five ways that milestones can help you be a better leader and a better human.
Tweet it out: Milestones are more than a planning tool. Use the crossing of milestones as a way to create perspective, drive momentum and provide a chance to celebrate. @KevinEikenberry
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Have you thought about changing people? Maybe, the way they hand in reports. Maybe, it’s the way they show up for a meeting. Now the question becomes, can you change people? That isn’t so easy to answer and definitely isn’t easy to do. Howie Jacobson joins Kevin to discuss resistance to change. He says change is just a discontinuity of the past. The hard part is the change we can’t control. He talks about the powers we need to activate and to remember it’s not about us.
Key Points * Howie discusses why people resist change. * He shares 4 powers to help change, which include: 1. Ownership 2. Independent capability 3. Emotional courage 4. Future proofing * He talks about the 4 steps to help others get to change.
Meet Howie * Name: Howie Jacobson * His Story: Howie Jacobson is the co-author, with Peter Bregman, of You Can Change Other People: The Four Steps to Help Your Colleagues, Employees—Even Family—Up Their Game. He is an executive coach to clients ranging from startup founders to established and rising Fortune 100 leaders. He is Director of Coaching at Bregman Partners, and Head Coach at the Healthy Minds Initiative. * Worth Mentioning: Howie hosts the Plant Yourself Podcast, where he interviews remarkable people engaged in healing at the individual, institutional, and planetary level. Howie earned his M.P.H. and Ph.D. in Health Studies from Temple University and his B.A. from Princeton University. He lives in rural North Carolina with his wife, where he writes, gardens, plays Ultimate Frisbee, runs, fiddles, and loads the dishwasher correctly.
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Book Recommendations * You Can Change Other People: The Four Steps to Help Your Colleagues, Employees—Even Family—Up Their Game by Howie Jacobson and Peter Bregman * Sand Talk: How Indigenous Thinking Can Save the World by Tyson Yunkaporta
Related Podcast Episodes * Flourishing as a Leader and Coach with Lisa Zigarmi. * The Coaching Effect with Bill Eckstrom.
Have you thought about changing people? Maybe, the way they hand in reports. Maybe, it’s the way they show up for a meeting. Now the question becomes, can you change people? That isn’t so easy to answer and definitely isn’t easy to do. Howie Jacobson joins Kevin to discuss resistance to change. He says change is just a discontinuity of the past. The hard part is the change we can’t control. He talks about the powers we need to activate and to remember it’s not about us.
Key Points * Howie discusses why people resist change. * He shares 4 powers to help change, which include: 1. Ownership 2. Independent capability 3. Emotional courage 4. Future proofing * He talks about the 4 steps to help others get to change.
Meet Howie * Name: Howie Jacobson * His Story: Howie Jacobson is the co-author, with Peter Bregman, of You Can Change Other People: The Four Steps to Help Your Colleagues, Employees—Even Family—Up Their Game. He is an executive coach to clients ranging from startup founders to established and rising Fortune 100 leaders. He is Director of Coaching at Bregman Partners, and Head Coach at the Healthy Minds Initiative. * Worth Mentioning: Howie hosts the Plant Yourself Podcast, where he interviews remarkable people engaged in healing at the individual, institutional, and planetary level. Howie earned his M.P.H. and Ph.D. in Health Studies from Temple University and his B.A. from Princeton University. He lives in rural North Carolina with his wife, where he writes, gardens, plays Ultimate Frisbee, runs, fiddles, and loads the dishwasher correctly.
This episode is brought to you by… The Daily Email, daily inspiration for leaders sent Monday-Friday every week. Kevin writes a short message to inform, inspire, engage, and focus you on becoming the best you and the best leader you can be.
Book Recommendations * You Can Change Other People: The Four Steps to Help Your Colleagues, Employees—Even Family—Up Their Game by Howie Jacobson and Peter Bregman * Sand Talk: How Indigenous Thinking Can Save the World by Tyson Yunkaporta
Related Podcast Episodes * Flourishing as a Leader and Coach with Lisa Zigarmi. * The Coaching Effect with Bill Eckstrom.
Most of us have plenty of goals that we set in our lives – health, financial, personal.
And today we’re talking about team goals or organizational goals.
But before we get to that, I want you to think about it as a team member, as an individual contributor. Have you ever had someone hand you a goal? And if that’s ever happened to you, how did that feel? Did you feel much ownership of it? Did you feel like you really wanted to achieve it? How successful were you in achieving it?
When I worked in corporate America, I can remember goals being handed to me and I had more questions than answers.
You see, for us as leaders, it’s often easier to simply hand a goal to our team. But when we set goals collaboratively, we can get a lot of other great benefits.
In this episode, I’m sharing why you should set goals collaboratively with your team.
Tweet it out: Accountability isn’t a dirty word – though some act like it is. Being accountable is simply taking ownership and responsibility. When we talk about it all the time – and not just when things go badly – people won’t think accountable is a dirty word after all. @KevinEikenberry
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You know who they are. The teammates we turn to in critical minutes. They are clutch and they make an impact. You also know that being impactful doesn’t come with a title. Kevin is joined Liz Wiseman to discuss her research and findings of impact players. She shares the characteristics of top contributors and what they are doing differently than the rest.
Key Points * Liz distinguishes impact players and why it is more than just talent and drive. * She shares the 5 practices of impact players, which include: 1. Do the job that’s needed. 2. Step up and lead. 3. Move things across the finish line. 4. Learn and adapt to change. 5. Make heavy loads lighter. * She shares the practice with the most leverage.
Meet Liz * Name: Liz Wiseman * Her Story: Liz Wiseman is a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Her latest book is Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger, and Multiply Your Impact. She is the CEO of the Wiseman Group, a leadership research and development firm. * Worth Mentioning: Liz has been listed on the Thinkers50 ranking and named one of the top 10 leadership thinkers in the world. She has conducted significant research in the field of leadership and collective intelligence and writes for Harvard Business Review, Fortune, and a variety of other business and leadership journals.
This episode is brought to you by… The Daily Email, daily inspiration for leaders sent Monday-Friday every week. Kevin writes a short message to inform, inspire, engage, and focus you on becoming the best you and the best leader you can be.
Book Recommendations * Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger, and Multiply Your Impact by Liz Wiseman * See No Stranger: A Memoir and Manifesto of Revolutionary Love by Valarie Kaur
Related Podcast Episodes * Skills Leaders Need with Dave Kerpen. * The Power of Deliberate Practice with Robert Pool. * Understanding Power with Deborah Gruenfeld.
“The great resignation.” It’s a hot topic right now and it’s mostly been discussed as as a macroeconomic concept. What is it doing to organizations? What’s causing it? What can organizations do about it? In this episode of Remarkable TV, I want to talk about “the great resignation” as a microeconomic concept, really more as a personal concept. And I’m starting with the question: why did people resign?
I’m going to give you a simple and nonpolitical answer. People resigned and the great resignation started simply because people weren’t finding what they wanted from their work or career.
And while I don’t know your situation, it’s highly likely that if you haven’t joined “the great resignation”, there’s a chance you’re either thinking of it or will be in the future – either for yourself personally or as to how it will affect your organization and your team.
And I’m starting with three important questions for you to think about:
- What do I love about my work?
- Where can I find more of that?
- what are my priorities related to life and work?
As I said above, these questions are important whether you’re thinking of “the great resignation” personally or organizationally. Check out this episode.
Tweet it out: The Great Resignation matters to everyone — even if you love your job and don’t plan to resign. Time spent thinking about what you want from your work will always be valuable and never go out of style. @KevinEikenberry
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The frontline is where the work happens. When you get the work done correctly and on time (if not faster), your organization is successful. If there are too many layers of leadership and you are waiting for directions from the top, you may miss opportunities. Eric Strafel joins Kevin to discuss the importance of empowering your frontline team to make decisions. If they understand the why, and if they know where the organization is going, they will make the best decisions for your organization.
Key Points * Eric defines his meaning of a frontline CEO. * He shares his thoughts around empowerment and why it seems like few organizations or leaders do it. * He discusses the role of radical transparency. * He also discusses the importance of creating a learning organization.
Meet Eric * Name: Eric Strafel * His Story: Eric Strafel is the author of The Frontline CEO: Turn Employees into Decision Makers Who Innovate Solutions, Win Customers, and Boost Profits. He is also the founder of the consulting firm SUMMi7, which helps businesses grow profits and scale innovation with mission-driven purposes. * Worth Mentioning: Eric holds an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University and a B.S in Mechanical Engineering from Binghamton University. In addition to his writings on leadership and experience leading diverse teams, Eric is an advisor to The Study USA, where he works to empower women-led businesses and next-generation entrepreneurs through collaboration with academic partners, companies, and the local community.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Book Recommendations * The Frontline CEO: Turn Employees into Decision Makers Who Innovate Solutions, Win Customers, and Boost Profits by Eric Strafel * Measure What Matters: How Google, Bono, and the Gates Foundation Rock the World with OKRs by John Doerr * Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear
Related Podcast Episodes * Leading Through Core Values with Dina Dwyer-Owens . * Unleashing Empowerment Leadership with Frances Frei.
How we think about mental health and mental illness has changed a lot in my lifetime societally.
More and more awareness of mental illness is emerging, and while this is really good, unfortunately, there’s actually more mental illness than ever.
People are willing to talk about it, but there’s all sorts of factors like anxiety and loneliness and other factors that are causing the amount of mental illness to grow or the level of mental illness across society to grow.
In this episode of Remarkable TV, I’m talking about a related topic: mental fitness. Just like we think about physical fitness as a way to help us be more physically healthy and avoid physical illness, we can do the same with mental fitness. In the episode I’m sharing four ways to help you do this.
Tweet it out: What will you do today to become more mentally fit? @KevinEikenberry
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We are living in uncertain times. This is true and we could probably say this of any time we have lived in. The difference is we are more connected now and we see more information. So, the risk and uncertainty that seemed to be episodic were always there and we need to accept this reality. Larry Robertson joins Kevin to talk about risk, uncertainty, leadership, and mindsets. We need to recognize the status quo is harder to come by and we should use uncertainty as the secret ingredient to shake things up.
Key Points * Larry shares his thoughts as to why things seem more uncertain than before. * He describes the new normal. * He discusses a rebel leadership mindset and how it helps us thrive. * He talks about the stability of organizational culture.
Meet Larry * Name: Larry Robertson * His Story: Larry Robertson is the author of Rebel Leadership: How to Thrive in Uncertain Times in addition to The Language of Man and A Deliberate Pause. He is a Fulbright Scholar, and a popular columnist with Inc. Magazine, The Creativity Post, CEOWorld Magazine, and SmartBrief * Worth Mentioning: From a leadership standpoint, Larry offers a distinct 360-degree perspective on the topic. He has been a leader or part of leader teams; invested in and/or advised leaders; done deep research into not just leadership, but the closely related areas of creativity and entrepreneurship.
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Book Recommendations * Rebel Leadership: How to Thrive in Uncertain Times by Larry Robertson * Beyond the Trees: A Journey Alone Across Canada’s Arctic by Adam Shoalts * Life Lived Wild: Adventures at the Edge of the Map by Rick Ridgeway
Related Podcast Episodes * Leading Change Intelligently with Barbara Trautlein. * Helping People Change with Melvin Smith. * Growing People and Companies Through Change with Stacy Henry.
Atticus Finch, Atticus Finch, you might immediately know who I mean and you might be thinking, I should know that name, shouldn’t I?
Well, Atticus Finch is the protagonist in the novel To Kill a Mockingbird. If you haven’t read it, you’ve probably seen the movie. If you haven’t done either, you should go watch it or go read it now.
But there’s a line in the book, and I believe in the movie as well, where Atticus Finch says you never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from their point of view. How often do you do that? I mean, how often do you step back from your own perspective and look at it from someone else’s perspective?
This is a very powerful lesson for us to consider. And in this episode here, I’m sharing two different ways to help broaden your perspective.
Tweet it out: Remember and apply the lesson of Atticus Finch – ‘You never really understand a person until you consider their point of view.’ @KevinEikenberry
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When we talk about organizational change, we think about long meetings, lots of slides, and confusion on the goals. Further, we often default to how long will it take and how much will it cost me? Not to mention the change leaders are left to find for themselves. Brendon Baker shares with Kevin that to be successful, we need to ask different questions and continue to monitor and nurture the change.
Key Points * Brendon discusses why many change efforts fail. * He shares the 3 valuable questions we should be asking. + Why are we doing this? + What does success look like? + What are we exactly doing? * Discusses scope creep and why. * He share the 5 stages of momentum.
Meet Brendon * Name: Brendon Baker * His Story: Brendon is the author of the best-seller Valuable Change: What You Need to Know to Ensure Your Change Pays Off, and has consulted on over $10 Billion in key transformation projects and programs across a range of industries and organizational sizes * Worth Mentioning: Brendon established the Valuable Change Co. with one central mission in mind: to Help Change Leaders Drive Real Value, but on his way found his secondary mission: Fight Unnecessary Complexity. Brendon is based on the rural outskirts of Canberra, Australia and has a degree in Business Management.
This episode is brought to you by… Future of Work Newsletter, a free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you, your team and your organization be more successful in the ever-changing remote work environment.
Book Recommendations * Valuable Change: What You Need to Know to Ensure Your Change Pays Off by Brendon Baker
Related Podcast Episodes * Leading Change Intelligently with Barbara Trautlein. * Leading Large-Scale Change with Bill Schaninger. * Leading in a World of Explosive Change with Henry De Sio, Jr.
When we talk about organizational change, we think about long meetings, lots of slides, and confusion on the goals. Further, we often default to how long will it take and how much will it cost me? Not to mention the change leaders are left to find for themselves. Brendon Baker shares with Kevin that to be successful, we need to ask different questions and continue to monitor and nurture the change.
Key Points * Brendon discusses why many change efforts fail. * He shares the 3 valuable questions we should be asking. + Why are we doing this? + What does success look like? + What are we exactly doing? * Discusses scope creep and why. * He share the 5 stages of momentum.
Meet Brendon * Name: Brendon Baker * His Story: Brendon is the author of the best-seller Valuable Change: What You Need to Know to Ensure Your Change Pays Off, and has consulted on over $10 Billion in key transformation projects and programs across a range of industries and organizational sizes * Worth Mentioning: Brendon established the Valuable Change Co. with one central mission in mind: to Help Change Leaders Drive Real Value, but on his way found his secondary mission: Fight Unnecessary Complexity. Brendon is based on the rural outskirts of Canberra, Australia and has a degree in Business Management.
This episode is brought to you by… Future of Work Newsletter, a free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you, your team and your organization be more successful in the ever-changing remote work environment.
Book Recommendations * Valuable Change: What You Need to Know to Ensure Your Change Pays Off by Brendon Baker
Related Podcast Episodes * Leading Change Intelligently with Barbara Trautlein. * Leading Large-Scale Change with Bill Schaninger. * Leading in a World of Explosive Change with Henry De Sio, Jr.
This is the last and fourth in a series of episodes about four-letter words. But don’t worry – this and all the other episodes carry a G rating. You can watch the other episodes here.
As the title of this post says, I am talking about the longest four-letter word. So technically, it’s not a four-letter word. But since this series is about “dirty” words, and we often think of dirty words as four-letter words, we are including it in this series.
The longest four-letter word is accountable. And I’m considering it a four-letter word here because most of the time when we hear it, it’s associated with things going wrong.
And as a leader, it’s up to us to change this bad association/assumption and help empower our team instead.
But this won’t happen overnight. We’ve heard this word used negatively for a long time and if we’re going to change its connotation, we must change the way we use it. You must not only use it when things are going badly, you must not only use it with the word “hold” in front of it.
Not I’m going to hold you accountable, but rather I’m going to help you be accountable. I’m going to help you take ownership. I’m going to help you be empowered. Changing it and using it carefully. Changing it and using it differently.
Tweet it out: Accountability isn’t a dirty word – though some act like it is. Being accountable is simply taking ownership and responsibility. When we talk about it all the time – and not just when things go badly – people won’t think accountable is a dirty word after all. @KevinEikenberry
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Most of the problems we face today are messy, complex, and have no correct answer. Further, we have no precedence of how to solve them. Kevin chats with Sarah Stein Greenberg, who shares practical and maybe unusual ways to help you tackle the challenges you face. It is critical to have a curious mind and be intentional with your actions.
Key Points * Sarah shares her thoughts about design and risk. * She discusses how to extend our curiosity. * She shares examples of paths to creativity including: + Come up with ideas. + Locate your own voice. + Tell a compelling story. + Slow down and focus.
Meet Sarah * Name: Sarah Stein Greenberg * Her Story: Sarah is the author of Creative Acts for Curious People: How to Think, Create, and Lead in Unconventional Ways. She is also the Executive Director of the Stanford d.school. She leads a community of designers, faculty, and other innovative thinkers who help people unlock their creative abilities and apply them to the world. * Worth Mentioning: Sarah holds an MBA from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business and a BA in history from Oberlin College. She also serves as a trustee for the global conservation organization Rare.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Book Recommendations * Creative Acts for Curious People: : How to Think, Create, and Lead in Unconventional Ways by Sarah Stein Greenberg * System Error: Where Big Tech Went Wrong and How We Can Reboot by Rob Reich, Mehran Sahami, Jeremy M. Weinstein
Related Podcast Episodes * Innovation is Everybody’s Business with Tamara Ghandour. * Making Creativity an Everyday Habit with Scott Anthony.
Most of the problems we face today are messy, complex, and have no correct answer. Further, we have no precedence of how to solve them. Kevin chats with Sarah Stein Greenberg, who suggests who shares practical and maybe unusual ways to help you tackle the challenges you face. It is critical to have a curious mind and be intentional with your actions.
Key Points * Sarah shares her thoughts about design and risk. * She discusses how to extend our curiosity. * She shares examples of paths to creativity including: + Come up with ideas. + Locate your own voice. + Tell a compelling story. + Slow down and focus.
Meet Sarah * Name: Sarah Stein Greenberg * Her Story: Sarah is the author of Creative Acts for Curious People: How to Think, Create, and Lead in Unconventional Ways. She is also the Executive Director of the Stanford d.school. She leads a community of designers, faculty, and other innovative thinkers who help people unlock their creative abilities and apply them to the world. * Worth Mentioning: Sarah holds an MBA from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business and a BA in history from Oberlin College. She also serves as a trustee for the global conservation organization Rare.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Book Recommendations * Creative Acts for Curious People: : How to Think, Create, and Lead in Unconventional Ways by Sarah Stein Greenberg * System Error: Where Big Tech Went Wrong and How We Can Reboot by Rob Reich, Mehran Sahami, Jeremy M. Weinstein
Related Podcast Episodes * Innovation is Everybody’s Business with Tamara Ghandour. * Making Creativity an Everyday Habit with Scott Anthony.
In this episode, we’re talking about a four letter word, a four letter word to be careful with.
And that word is lazy.
Lazy is a word of judgment. It’s something that we see inside of their behavior. It’s something that we infer about their intentions.
Like just because someone’s laying on their couch right now, does that necessarily mean they’re lazy? I don’t know. All I know is there’s a difference between judging and observing, and the word lazy is typically used as a word of judgment.
So we use it on others. And then once we’ve labeled them as lazy, it changes our perspective about them and we use it on ourselves. Now, I used to say to myself, if I didn’t get up, when I’d plan to that I’m lazy.
Now I try to remember to say not that I’m lazy but that I didn’t get up when I planned to. Those are two different things. They have two different inferences about myself. And so here’s my point. The word lazy is a label that rarely serves us, whether we’re thinking about ourselves or whether we’re thinking about someone else.
Because the fact is, we’ve all been lazy. But no one is always lazy. Lazy is a choice or maybe a habit, but it’s not a character trait.
Tweet it out: Be careful with using the word ‘lazy’ – because it places judgment that could be incorrect and is seldom helpful for anyone. @KevinEikenberry
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We are social beings and our relationships with others are critical to our happiness. That is just one of the ways that Beverly Jones shares on how we can get unstuck and create fulfillment and happiness. She tells Kevin that what works for us as individuals is just as important for leaders. When you manage your happiness, you are more empathetic and better able to motivate your team.
Key Points * Beverly Jones offers practical strategies to create joy and meaning at work (or home). The include: + Making better use of your calendar. + The importance of networking and what it is and isn’t. + Learning something new; when you are in learning mode you are more creative. * The “engagement triangle”: by managing 3 factors you can increase awareness and motivate yourself and team members.
Meet Beverly * Name: Beverly Jones * Her Story: Beverly is the author of Find Your Happy at Work: 50 Ways to Get Unstuck, Move Past Boredom, and Discover Fulfillment. She works with leaders to spark engagement and productivity in their teams and helps professionals to thrive in their careers. She is a Visiting Fellow at the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service at Ohio University. * Worth Mentioning: Beverly started working at 13 She was a Washington lawyer, and then an energy company executive, before women were always welcome, and learned career and leadership lessons the hard way, a little at a time. She is a born pessimist who learned optimism by trial and error.
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Book Recommendations * Find Your Happy at Work by Beverly E. Jones * Finding Comfort During Hard Times: A Guide to Healing after Disaster, Violence, and Other Community Trauma by Earl Johnson
Related Podcast Episodes * Creating Happiness in the Workplace with Kris Boesch. * Networking for People Who Hate Networking with Devora Zack. * Putting Happiness to Work with Eric Karpinski. * Getting Unstuck with Craig Lemasters.
We are social beings and our relationships with others are critical to our happiness. That is just one of the ways that Beverly Jones shares on how we can get unstuck and create fulfillment and happiness. She tells Kevin that what works for us as individuals is just as important for leaders. When you manage your happiness, you are more empathetic and better able to motivate your team.
Key Points * Beverly Jones offers practical strategies to create joy and meaning at work (or home). The include: + Making better use of your calendar. + The importance of networking and what it is and isn’t. + Learning something new; when you are in learning mode you are more creative. * The “engagement triangle”: by managing 3 factors you can increase awareness and motivate yourself and team members.
Meet Beverly * Name: Beverly Jones * Her Story: Beverly is the author of Find Your Happy at Work: 50 Ways to Get Unstuck, Move Past Boredom, and Discover Fulfillment. She works with leaders to spark engagement and productivity in their teams and helps professionals to thrive in their careers. She is a Visiting Fellow at the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service at Ohio University. * Worth Mentioning: Beverly started working at 13 She was a Washington lawyer, and then an energy company executive, before women were always welcome, and learned career and leadership lessons the hard way, a little at a time. She is a born pessimist who learned optimism by trial and error.
This episode is brought to you by… Future of Work Newsletter, a free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you, your team and your organization be more successful in the ever-changing remote work environment.
Book Recommendations * Find Your Happy at Work by Beverly E. Jones * Finding Comfort During Hard Times: A Guide to Healing after Disaster, Violence, and Other Community Trauma by Earl Johnson
Related Podcast Episodes * Creating Happiness in the Workplace with Kris Boesch. * Networking for People Who Hate Networking with Devora Zack. * Putting Happiness to Work with Eric Karpinski. * Getting Unstuck with Craig Lemasters.
This is the second in a series of videos on four-letter words. This might shock my Grandmother – that is until she watched them to see what these words are and are not. 🙂
The last video was on the most dangerous four-letter word (You can watch that here). And this video is on the hardest four-letter word. Today we’re talking about WORK.
Tweet it out: Your perspective on the word work is an indicator of what you will achieve in life. @KevinEikenberry
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What do you do when you don’t know what to do? If the past has taught us anything, it is the future is unstable. Further, we like the change we opt into, but struggle with the change we can’t control. April Rinne joins Kevin to discuss why we should focus on preparing for the future, not predicting the future.
Key Points * April shares the significance of the word ‘flux’ and her thoughts on a flux mindset. * Details around the flux superpowers of “trust” and “get lost”. * The shift from predict to prepare.
Meet April * Name: April Rinne * Her Story: April is the author of Flux: 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change. She is a change navigator: she helps individuals and organizations rethink and reshape their relationship with change, uncertainty, and a world in flux. * Worth Mentioning: April is a trusted advisor to organizations ranging from Airbnb, Nike, Intuit, the World Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank, NESTA, Trōv, AnyRoad, and Unsettled, as well as governments spanning Singapore to South Africa, Canada to Colombia, Italy to India.
This episode is brought to you by… Future of Work Newsletter, a free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you, your team and your organization be more successful in the ever-changing remote work environment.
Book Recommendations * Flux: 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change by April Rinne * Change Sings: A Children’s Anthem by Amanda Gorman * Mr. Flux by Kyo Maclear
Related Podcast Episodes * Helping People Change with Melvin Smith. * Growing People and Companies Through Change with Stacy Henry. * Leading in a World of Explosive Change with Henry De Sio, Jr..
Bet you weren’t expecting a video title like that on this podcast?!
Well, don’t worry. The episode and the entire topic is totally SFW (safe for work – and anywhere for that matter!) In fact, the four-letter word I’m talking about in the video below is one we hear ALL THE TIME. And in the episode, I’ll explain why it’s so dangerous and how you can ban it from your vocabulary for good!
Tweet it out: Saying we are busy is an excuse – and focuses on activity. Stop making excuses and start focusing on what you need to accomplish. No one really cares how busy you are anyway. @KevinEikenberry
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Do you want compliance, or do you want engagement? Jeremie Kubicek joins Kevin to discuss how we need more leaders worth following. There is a balance of support (not coddling) and challenge (not demeaning) to get the most from your team. Quite frankly, if you are leading and no one is following, you are just going on a walk.
Key Points * Jeremie shares the definition of a 100x leader. * The idea of challenge and support. * The importance of setting and managing expectations. * Why leaders need coaches.
Meet Jeremie * Name: Jeremie Kubicek * His Story: Jeremie is the coauthor of The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following. He is the Executive Chairman of GiANT, a technology company focused on unlocking the potential of people, teams, and organizations. * Worth Mentioning: Jeremie is a powerful communicator, serial entrepreneur and content builder. He creates content used by some of the largest companies around the globe found in the books he has authored: The 100X Leader, 5 Voices, 5 Gears and the National Bestseller, Making Your Leadership Come Alive. He has started over 20 companies while living in Oklahoma City, Moscow, Atlanta and London.
This episode is brought to you by… The Daily Email, daily inspiration for leaders sent Monday-Friday every week. Kevin writes a short message to inform, inspire, engage, and focus you on becoming the best you and the best leader you can be.
Book Recommendations * The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following by Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram * The Age of Eisenhower: America and the World in the 1950s by William I Hitchcock
Related Podcast Episodes * Conscious Leadership with Carter Phipps. * The Coaching Effect with Bill Eckstrom. * A Leadership Development Revolution with Jennifer Mackin.
Today I am challenging your thinking on how you give and receive feedback. And I’m starting by asking you:
How do you see feedback? Do you see feedback as a gift?
Your answer to these questions will help determine how successful you are in both giving and receiving feedback.
Tweet it out: Feedback is a gift. See it as such, and you will learn more from it and build trust with those who give it to you. @KevinEikenberry
In this episode: * Learn more and sign up for our Remarkable Master Class, Giving Feedback Successfully.
We are firmly planted in the digital age. As such, the rules of competition are vastly different from just 20 years ago. Ram Charan joins Kevin to talk about the “new” rules of competition. He also encourages us to ask ourselves each morning how we can use our day and how we can make the people around us more successful. This episode was recorded during Virtual LeaderCon 2021.
Key Points * Ram discusses changes in the digital world. * He runs through the rules of competition. 1. A personalized consumer experience is key to exponential growth. 2. Algorithms and data are essential weapons. 3. A company does not compete. Its ecosystem does. 4. Moneymaking is geared for huge cash generation, not earnings per share, and the new law of increasing returns. 5. People, culture, and work design for a social engine that drives innovation and execution personalized for each customer. 6. Leaders continuously learn, imagine, and break through obstacles to create the change that other companies must contend with. * Advice for managers at any level.
Meet Ram * Name: Ram Charan * His Story: Author Rethinking Competitive Advantage: New Rules for Success in the Digital Age in addition to more than 30 books. In his work with companies around the world, he is known for cutting through the complexity of running a business in today’s fast changing environment to uncover the core business problem. * Worth Mentioning: “Professor Charan has coached more than a dozen leaders who went on to become CEOs. He reaches many more up and coming business leaders through in-house executive education programs. His energetic, interactive teaching style has won him several awards, including the Bell Ringer award at GE’s famous Crotonville Institute and best teacher award at Northwestern.
Ram was elected a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academy of Human Resources and was named one of the most influential people in corporate governance and the board room by Directorship magazine. He has served on the Blue Ribbon Commission on Corporate Governance and serves or has served on a dozen boards in the US, Brazil, China, India, Canada, and Dubai.”
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Book Recommendations * Rethinking Competitive Advantage: New Rules for Success in the Digital Age by Ram Charan
Related Podcast Episodes * Turning Culture into Competitive Advantage with Jeff Grimshaw. * The Innovation Stack with Jim McKelvey.
There are a lot of easy reasons that everyone should practice more gratitude, but that is a different episode. In the episode below, I am talking about the value of gratitude as it relates to leaders, and more specifically:
Why are the best leaders the ones who are grateful and regularly show gratitude?
Tweet it out: So many of the things we want as a leader can improve when we show gratitude and appreciation to our team. @KevinEikenberry
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Maybe Dr. Seuss said it best, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” Jeff Brown joins Kevin to discuss why leaders are the best readers. He shares a plan to help you get into the habit of reading and gives you permission to move away from a book if it does not serve you.
Key Points * Jeff shares common barriers to reading. * Tips for developing a consistent reading habit. * Advice to implement what you read.
Meet Jeff * Name: Jeff Brown * His Story: Author of Read to Lead. Jeff is an award-winning radio producer and personality, and former nationally syndicated morning show host. * Worth Mentioning: Following a 26-year career in radio, Jeff went boss-free in 2013 and soon after launched the Read to Lead Podcast. It has gone on to become a four-time Best Business Podcast nominee and has featured Jeff’s interviews with today’s best business and non-fiction authors, including actor and author Alan Alda, Stephen M. R. Covey, Seth Godin, John Maxwell, Liz Wiseman., and many more. Jeff has personally coached hundreds of successful podcasters around the globe and has consulted on podcasts for the US government, two of the largest churches in the US, and numerous multi-million dollar companies.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Book Recommendations * Read to Lead: The Simple Habit That Expands Your Influence and Boosts Your Career by Jeff Brown and Jesse Wisnewski * You Are The Brand: The 8-Step Blueprint to Showcase Your Unique Expertise and Build a Highly Profitable, Personally Fulfilling Business by Mike Kim * How to Take Smart Notes: One Simple Technique to Boost Writing, Learning and Thinking – for Students, Academics and Nonfiction Book Writers by Sönke Ahrens * Do You Talk Funny?: 7 Comedy Habits to Become a Better (and Funnier) Public Speaker by Danny Nihill
Related Podcast Episodes * The Power of Deliberate Practice with Robert Pool . * The Leader Habit with Martin Lanik. * The BIG Things Successful People Do with Dr. Roger Hall.
Are you a victim or a victor? Perhaps we need to start out by defining these terms first.
A victim (for the purposes of this episode) is when someone feels hopeless or incapable of changing the outcome of their situation.
A victor (again for the purposes of this episode) is when you feel as though you have influence and can change the outcome.
Sometimes it’s easier to distinguish between the two when it’s someone else you’re asking the question about…
Tweet it out: We can choose to be a victor in the moment or a victim of our circumstances. Which will you choose? @KevinEikenberry
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Kevin shares the top downloaded episodes of 2021. As he recounts each episode, he shares his lessons learned from the conversation.
Podcasts Mentioned * Connecting with Others Through Listening with Ximena Vengoechea * Helping Leaders Change the World for the Better with Bill Novelli * Building Exceptional Relationships with David Bradford and Carole Robin * Understanding Collaboration with Carlos Valdes-Dapena * Mastering Your Thoughts and Emotions with Todd Stottlemyre
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You’ve heard of helicopter parents, right?
These well-intentioned parents tend to hover over their children (like a helicopter) and typically take too much responsibility for their children’s experiences and lives. They of course do this out of love, to protect their children.
Have you ever had a helicopter boss? Again, likely out of good intentions, but their behavior probably felt more like they were overly involved in your job and responsibilities. And I can probably guess that you did not enjoy working for a helicopter boss…
So in today’s episode, I have three questions to ask yourself to help determine if YOU’RE a helicopter boss and to help you watch your behavior so that you are leading your team as effectively and as successfully as you can.
Tweet it out: Being a great leader means being available, not hovering. Supporting not coddling. Allowing to grow, not micromanaging. Don’t be a helicopter boss! @KevinEikenberry
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Unfortunately, many organizations have the mindset that their people are just numbers, data points for financial game. And in the short term, that may work. Ryan Stelzer and David Brendel join Kevin to discuss not only why we need to build workspaces fit for humans (think long term success), but some suggestions on how we get there.
Key Points * David and Ryan discuss the global nature of unfit workplaces. * The importance of psychological safety in the workplace and what it means. * Definition and examples of active inquiry.
Meet David and Ryan * Names: David Brendel and Ryan Stelzer
* Their Story: Authors of Think, Talk, Create: Building Workplaces Fit for Humans and co-founders of Strategy of Mind, an executive coaching and management consulting firm rooted in non-traditional business subjects like philosophy, psychology, and cognitive science. They help individuals, and the organizations they work for, perform better.
* Worth Mentioning: Prior to his work in consulting, Ryan served at The White House as a Presidential Management Fellow during the Obama Administration, where his team was responsible for improving and sustaining high levels of performance across federal agencies.
David is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) of the International Coach Federation (ICF). He is an expert in applying cognitive psychology and leadership techniques in executive coaching and corporate training programs.
* https://www.strategyofmind.com/think-talk-create-book
* https://twitter.com/drdavidbrendel
* https://twitter.com/ryanjstelzer
* https://twitter.com/strategymindLLC
* https://www.amazon.com/Ryan-Stelzer/e/B093CNSR6J?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1638389170&sr=1-1
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Book Recommendations * Think Talk Create: Building Workplaces Fit For Humans by David Brendel and Ryan Stelzer * Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It by Chris Voss and Tahl Raz * The Lay of the Land by Richard Ford * Salem’s Lot by Stephen King
Related Podcast Episodes * Leading with Questions with Bob Tiede. * Beautiful Questions with Warren Berger.
Culture is a much-used word, at work and in our personal lives. And it’s usually over-complicated.
In this episode, I’m sharing a story from my family’s past to help you better (and more simply) understand exactly what culture is and isn’t.
Tweet it out: Culture doesn’t come solely from a big corporate push. It is built and formed in stories, behaviors, and every day occurrences. @KevinEikenberry
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Do you think about how much you could get done if you were unburdened from busy work? Juliet Funt joins Kevin to talk about the difference between activity and productivity and what we could accomplish if we just had a minute to think. This episode was recorded during Virtual LeaderCon 2021.
Key Points * Juliet discusses the idea of busyness and the impact it has on our lives. * She shares her thoughts about the future of engagement at work. * She describes hallucinated urgency. * She provides tips on how to clean up work so you can be in a ready stance.
Meet Juliet * Name: Juliet Funt * Her Story: Author of A Minute To Think Reclaim Creativity, Conquer Busyness, and Do Your Best Work. She is a globally renowned keynote speaker, tough-love advisor to the Fortune 500, founder and CEO of the efficiency training firm, Juliet Funt Group. * Worth Mentioning: Her book was nominated for the Next Big Idea Club curated by Malcolm Gladwell, Dan Pink, Susan Cain, and Adam Grant. She is an evangelist for freeing the potential of companies by unburdening their talent from busywork, and she has brought her powerful concepts to Spotify, National Geographic, Anthem, Vans, Abbott, Costco, Pepsi, Nike, Wells Fargo, Sephora, Sysco, and ESPN.
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Book Recommendations * A Minute to Think: Reclaim Creativity, Conquer Busyness, and Do Your Best Work by Juliet Funt * The Prince of Tides by Pat Conroy
Related Podcast Episodes * Leadership Productivity Principles with Maura Thomas. * Leadership Whitespace with Juliet Funt.
Several years ago, we started using the words “hybrid teams” to describe a team where there are some people working in a physical office and there are some people who work virtually outside of the office.
And while we started using this word well before the pandemic made it a household term, we believe that it’s an even better word than we ever realized.
In this episode, I’ll explain why “hybrid” is the right word for right now.
Tweet it out: Like new hybrids of roses or popcorn, a hybrid working situation should create a better option than what existed previously. @KevinEikenberry
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Burnout is a real problem across the globe. In fact, the World Health Organization identified burnout as a workplace phenomenon in 2019. Jennifer Moss joins Kevin to discuss the why of burnout (it’s not just workload) and ways to prevent it. This episode was recorded during Virtual LeaderCon 2021.
Key Points * Jennifer shares why burnout is a problem. * The 6 major causes of burnout and what each means. + Workload + Lack of agency + Lack of community + Lack of fairness + Values and skills mismatch + Lack of recognition and rewards
Meet Jennifer * Name: Jennifer Moss * Her Story: Author of The Burnout Epidemic: The Rise of Chronic Stress and How We Can Fix It. Jennifer is a nationally syndicated radio columnist, reporting on topics related to happiness and workplace well-being. * Worth Mentioning: Jennifer sits on the Global Happiness Council – a small group of leading scientists and economists that support the UN’s sustainable goals related to global well-being and the Annual Global Happiness Policy Report. She is also a freelance writer whose articles have appeared in HuffPost, Forbes, the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), Fortune, and Harvard Business Review. Her book, Unlocking Happiness at Work, received the distinguished UK Business Book of the Year Award. To acknowledge her contributions to business and public service, Moss was named a Canadian Innovator of the Year, an International Female Entrepreneur of the Year, and recipient of the Public Service Award from the Office of President Obama. * https://www.jennifer-moss.com/ * https://www.amazon.com/Burnout-Epidemic-Rise-Chronic-Stress/dp/1647820367/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&qid=1625669192&refinements=p_27%3AJennifer%20Moss&s=books&sr=1-1 * https://twitter.com/jennifermossinc * https://www.facebook.com/JenniferMossInc * https://www.instagram.com/jennifermossinc/
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Book Recommendations * The Burnout Epidemic: The Rise of Chronic Stress and How We Can Fix It by Jennifer Moss * A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
Related Podcast Episodes * Leadership Resilience with Ama Marston. * Wellbeing at Work with Jim Harter. * Beating Burnout at Work with Paula Davis.
Don’t let that title scare you. I am not turning this into a health series and I am not selling any supplements.
A few of months ago, I decided I wanted to get rid of my “COVID 19”. Pounds that is. So I studied up on intermittent fasting and then I went to work. And not only did I find that it worked for me, I also found some overall life and leadership lessons that I think might work for you.
Tweet it out: We can fast from food, or most anything else. How might you benefit from intermittent fasting from anything? Need some ideas? How about your phone, your TV, your email? @KevinEikenberry
In this episode: * 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership
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As a leader, we want to have a positive and important effect on our team. Through her research, Vanessa Bohns has found we often feel ineffective, or inadequate, or believe we said the wrong words. She joins Kevin to discuss why we don’t always recognize the influence we have and how that can lead to lost opportunities or misuse of power.
Key Points * Vanessa discusses what we can learn from a “stain on our shirt”. * Reasons why it’s hard for us to say “no” and what we need to think about when we “ask.” * The role of positional power on influence. * How to influence when you don’t have the power.
Meet Vanessa * Name: Vanessa Bohns * Her Story: Author of You Have More Influence Than You Think: How We Underestimate Our Power of Persuasion and Why it Matters. She is a social psychologist and professor of organizational behavior at Cornell University and her research focuses broadly on social influence and the psychology of compliance and consent. In particular, she examines the extent to which people recognize the influence they have over others in various interpersonal interactions, including when asking for help, suggesting that someone engage in unethical behavior, and making romantic advances. * Worth Mentioning: Her writing has appeared in the New York Times and Harvard Business Review, and her research has been featured by the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, and NPR’s Hidden Brain. * https://www.vanessabohns.com/ * https://twitter.com/profbohns * https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-bohns-33219710/
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Book Recommendations * You Have More Influence Than You Think: How We Underestimate Our Power of Persuasion, and Why It Matters by Vanessa Bohns * Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It by Ethan Kross
Related Podcast Episodes * Transformational Influence with Walt Rakowich. * Influence Redefined with Stacey Hanke.
Persistence is good and virtuous. But it’s also hard. And telling someone to be persistent seldom goes all that well. We may know it, but don’t want to hear it – or even know what to do with the advice when we hear it.
Many years ago when I was at Purdue, I was having a conversation with a friend who was in the process of interviewing for jobs after college. She was getting frustrated and when I gave her the advice to simply be persistent, I was met with the response referenced here above. She wasn’t thrilled.
So then I added a simple word to my advice of persistence. And that two word phrase is something I still use today in my own life and in coaching others. Check out the video below to learn more about the power of persistence.
Tweet it out: Persistence is useful, but patient persistence moves mountains. When times are hard focus on patient persistence. @KevinEikenberry
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How many hours do you work each week? How do you feel Friday afternoon? Who decided the norm was a 40-hour work week? Joe Sanok joins Kevin to discuss how we could work less hours and be more productive and more creative.
Key Points * Joe shares the origins of the 9-5 workday and why this plays into the “great resignation” we are seeing. * The definition of an industrialist mentality and why we need to think about an evolutionary model. * As we move toward post pandemic, we have the opportunity to make a case for the 4-day work week. * Tips to start the 4-day conversation in your organization.
Meet Joe * Name: Joe Sanok * His Story: Author of Thursday is the New Friday: How to work fewer hours, make more money, and spend time doing what you want. He is a keynote and TEDx speaker, business consultant, and podcaster. * Worth Mentioning: Joe has the #1 podcast for counselors, The Practice of the Practice Podcast. Joe is also writer for PsychCentral, has been featured on the Huffington Post, Forbes, GOOD Magazine, Reader’s Digest, Entrepreneur on Fire, Smart Passive Income Podcast, and Yahoo News. He is the author of five books and has been named the Therapist Resource top podcast, consultant, and blogger. * www.joesanok.com * http://thursdayisthenewfriday.com/ * https://www.practiceofthepractice.com/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-sanok-8b140023/ * Twitter: https://twitter.com/joesanok * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practiceofthepractice/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PracticeOfThePractice
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Quote Say you’re the CEO and you’re talking to your C suite. To be able to have conversations with the CFO and say what do you hate about your job. If you can’t have that level of intimacy and discussion with your leadership, you’re not a good leader. (Tweet This)
Book Recommendations * Thursday is the New Friday: How to Work Fewer Hours, Make More Money, and Spend Time Doing What You Want by Joe Sanok * The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael Singer
Related Podcast Episodes * Leadership Productivity Principles with Maura Thomas. * Leadership Whitespace with Juliet Funt. * Wellbeing at Work with Jim Harter. * Beating Burnout at Work with Paula Davis.
If you are a goal setter (which improves the chances of getting where you want to go), you will achieve them – maybe not all, but many of them. And often people feel empty or feel a sense of ennui when they reach a goal.
The good news is, reaching your goal IS the goal. Now here are four simple steps to take once you reach a goal to help you celebrate, learn from and continue on the path to success.
Tweet it out: Reaching your goal is the goal, after all! Now what? Make sure you celebrate your success, learn from the journey, and set a next target. @KevinEikenberry
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We’ve all been there – stuck. This can be personally or maybe our teams are stuck. When we are stuck, we fail to develop and grow. Craig Lemasters joins Kevin to what stuck really means and techniques to help fill the knowledge gaps.
Key Points * Craig shares his thoughts about stuck and the simple formula to get unstuck. * The 4 steps to get unstuck: + High humility quotient + Define the destination + Identify wisdom gaps + Activate * How the pandemic has changed “stuckness”.
Meet Craig * Name: Craig Lemasters * His Story: Author of Unstuck: How to Unlock and Activate the Wisdom of Others. Craig is a former CEO of a $5B Fortune 500 subsidiary and now the president of the Puerto Rico-based, strategic investment conglomerate, Grupo Ferré Rangel, as well as the Chairman of GXG. * Company: GXG * Worth Mentioning: Craig is dedicated to helping senior leaders get unstuck on the major growth challenges to their businesses, as he faced similar challenges. Craig’s book dives his journey as CEO and teaches readers how they can leverage his unstuck methodology to tackle their most pressing business challenges.
Connect with Craig * https://craiglemasters.com/ * https://gxg.co/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-lemasters-72507321/
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Quote: Without humility we’re not going to admit we’re stuck and more importantly, we’re not going to allow outside wisdom in. - Tweet This
Book Recommendations * Unstuck: How to Unlock and Activate the Wisdom of Others by Craig Lemasters * Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
Related Podcast Episodes * Bringing the Art of Reflection into Your Busy Life with Joseph Badaracco. * The 4 Disciplines of Execution with Jim Huling.
While I’m talking about weeds in the video below, I promise you that this is not a gardening episode.
In the episode, we’ll talk about the “weeds” in our lives – how to identify them and how to remove them for greater success at home and at work.
Tweet it out: It’s time to garden your life – what weeds are choking out the efforts, practices and results you want? @KevinEikenberry
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Leadership is hard and sometimes there is an illusion of success. The numbers look good on paper, and we don’t consider the human capital. Michelle Reines joins Kevin to share her leadership journey, both the good and the bad, and discuss the leadership lessons she learned along the way.
Key Points * Michelle shares the importance of trust with our teams. If they don’t feel safe, they won’t share their performance gaps. * Leaders need to find peers/mentors to support them-you can’t vent to your team. You need to get the help you need to support your team. * Leaders need to be responsible for how they communicate both good and bad news. Your team is your first customer.
Meet Michelle * Name: Michelle Reines * His Story: Author From Bad to Bad-Ass Leader – 12 Leadership Lessons. Michelle is the founder of MDR Coaching & Consulting, Inc., and creator of the unconventional Badass Leader brand. * Company: MDR Coaching & Consulting, Inc. * Worth Mentioning: Michelle’s wake-up call came in the form of a cataclysmic leadership failure. She very quickly learned to appreciate the profound impact an unconscious leader has on people, teams, and organizational health and performance.
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Quote “Your have to really understand your mirror and how you show up and how you need to show up and how your team is experiencing your leadership.” – Michelle Reines (TWEET THIS)
Book Recommendations * From Bad to Badass Leader: 12 Leadership Lessons by Michelle Reines * Marketing Made Simple: A Step-by-Step StoryBrand Guide for Any Business by Donald Miller
Related Podcast Episodes * Crucible Leadership with Warwick Fairfax. * The Gift of Struggle with Bobby Herrera. * Talk Shifts – Ways to Transform Leadership with Krister Ungerböck.
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Experience might not be something that you usually associate with “danger”. But in this Remarkable TV episode, I’m telling a story about my car and its gas tank and how my experience got me into a little trouble with the two.
Tweet it out: Experience is helpful until it blinds us to new solutions. When you are stuck, think about the assumptions that might be in your way. @KevinEikenberry
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How we show up, both professionally and personally, makes a difference. Lonnie Mayne joins Kevin to talk about Red Shoes Living, a framework for engaging our teams.
Key Points * Lonnie shares the 5 steps to Red Shoes Living; awareness, gratitude, kindness & respect, everyone has a story, and put yourself out there. * Our stories change daily and if we can’t connect our team, we cannot inspire or support them. * It is as important to know what rekindles our spirit, as it is to know that about our team. * Red shoes living creates a culture of positive experiences that stand out.
Meet Lonnie * Name: Lonnie Mayne * His Story: Author of Red Shoes Living – Stand Out For the Positive in How You Work and How You Live. A former technology and turnaround executive who has spent thirty years building leadership teams to deliver Red Shoes Experiences. * Company: Red Shoes Living, Inc. * Worth Mentioning: Lonnie has worked with best-in-class companies who believe in standing out for the positive, including Microsoft, Nike, McDonald’s, Bose, Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Transamerica, and Saks Fifth Avenue.
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Quote "If we can keep the human spirit alive in business, we spend more than half of our life in our careers every day, then we can ignore the human potential." - Lonnie Mayne
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Think about a time when you were really confident – when you did something and before you did it, you were confident about how well it was going to go.
What happens when you’re confident? Things generally go pretty well, right?
Confidence is critical to our success, especially as leaders.
In this episode, I’ll talk about five keys to help you build greater confidence for greater success.
Tweet it out: Greater success comes from greater confidence – and that same success builds confidence even further. @KevinEikenberry
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It wasn’t planned, and over the past 18 months, many of us became remote leaders and workers. Darleen DeRosa and Jim Citrin are the authors of Leading at a Distance: Practical Lessons for Virtual Success. They sit down with Kevin to discuss leadership skills that have become more important as we work remotely. They asked leaders what their biggest challenge was in this environment and the majority said it is inspiring and motivating their teams. Purpose and authenticity have been increasingly important leadership capabilities over time, but they are now more central and expected than ever. We need to be more deliberate and thoughtful with our teams and find opportunities to build trust through a screen.
In this episode, Darleen and Jim share:
- How leaders can build trust.
- Things to think about when hiring virtually.
- Challenges for hybrid workers and hybrid teams.
Quote: In a virtual world, people's discretionary effort is what determines whether they and their organizations really thrive or just kind of go along. -Jim Citrin
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Book Recommendations * Leading at a Distance: Practical Lessons for Virtual Success by James M. Citrin and Darleen DeRosa * The Evening and the Morning: A Novel by Ken Follett * The Heart of Business: Leadership Principles for the Next Era of Capitalism by Hubert Joly * Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most by Greg McKeown
Connect with Jim and Darleen * Spencer Stuart * Jim’s LinkedIn * Darleen’s LinkedIn * Jim’s Twitter
Related Podcast Episodes * The Future of Collaborative Leadership with Dr. Edward Marshall. * Doing Work That Counts with Richard Lee.
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I get asked this question a lot:
How can I be more influential?
And often times when I am asked this, it isn’t phrased exactly like that. It might sound more like…
How can I motivate my team to do more?
How can I better inspire my team?
There are a lot of ways that it is stated, but the bottom line is that they are asking: how do I influence people?
And I bring this up specifically because the way that the question is often phrased is part of the problem.
As leaders, if we want to have greater influence, we must focus on people and not position. Check out this episode to learn more about how YOU can be more influential.
Tweet it out: Everyone is influential – the key to greater success starts with understanding those you want to influence. @KevinEikenberry
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You know when you are on a good team. In fact, you feel energized and productive when you work with that team. The question becomes, can we get engagement, productivity, and happiness at work? Mike Zani believes it can and when you have a happy and engaged team, productivity goes through the roof. Mike is the author of The Science of Dream Teams: How Talent Optimization Can Drive Engagement, Productivity and Happiness. He shares with Kevin that most CEOs have a business strategy and a financial plan. However, few have a talent strategy. Yet, productivity and the bottom line are the results of our talent. Engagement begins with an intentional mission and culture. When you get your team connected to the mission and values, you get discretionary effort.
In this episode, Mike breaks down the title of the book and shares his ideas on:
- A dream team.
- Talent Optimization.
- Engagement.
- Happiness.
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Book Recommendations * The Science of Dream Teams: How Talent Optimization Can Drive Engagement, Productivity, and Happiness by Mike Zani * Connected: The Surprising Power of Our Social Networks and How They Shape Our Lives — How Your Friends’ Friends’ Friends Affect Everything You Feel, Think, and Do by James H. Fowler PhD , Nicholas A. Christakis MD PhD * In the Hurricane’s Eye: The Genius of George Washington and the Victory at Yorktown (The American Revolution Series) by Nathaniel Philbrick
Connect with Mike * Book Website * Company Website
Related Podcast Episodes * The Leader’s Role in Employee Engagement with Michael Lee Stallard. * Creating Happiness in the Workplace with Kris Boesch. * Understanding Employee Engagement with Jacqueline Throop-Robinson. * Putting Happiness to Work with Eric Karpinski.
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Susan McPherson is a “serial connector” and suggests we need to get back to humanity. She is the author of The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Business Relationships and shares her three-step process to building relationships. Connection is different from networking. When you connect, you are intentional, you ask meaningful questions, and you listen carefully. Authentic connections not only can help us live longer; a strong social network can add 15 years to your life. Further, a connected workforce is a productive workforce.
In this episode, Susan discusses:
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Gather, Ask, Do.
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JOMO.
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Five minute ask
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Book Recommendations * The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Business Relationships by Susan McPherson * Somebody’s Daughter: A Memoir by Ashley Ford
Connect with Susan * Book Website * McPherson Strategies * Twitter * LinkedIn * Instagram
Related Podcast Episodes * The Connectors Advantage with Michelle Tillis Lederman. * The Connector Manager with Jaime Roca. * Connect First with Melanie Katzman.
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Is more better? Maybe, if we are talking about ice cream. What about if we are talking about collaboration? Rob Cross would argue that we can become overwhelmed by all the connecting and collaborating. Pre-pandemic we spent 85% of our time in collaborative activities, like e-mail, phone calls, meetings… That is higher today. Rob is the author of Beyond Collaboration Overload: How to Work Smarter, Get Ahead, and Restore Your Well-Being. The book is a culmination of research on mapping the patterns of connectivity and collaboration among high performers. It’s not that they didn’t collaborate; however, they chose how they used their time and strategically connected. Rob shares why we tend to overextend ourselves and what we can do with the time we get back. Our well-being is tied to our healthy relationships and reducing the micro-stressors.
In this episode, Rob shares:
- The unintended consequences of collaboration.
- Strategies to work smarter.
- Indicators that we are in collaboration overload.
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Book Recommendations * Beyond Collaboration Overload: How to Work Smarter, Get Ahead, and Restore Your Well-Being by Rob Cross * Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World by Vivek H. Murthy
Connect with Rob * Connected Commons * Website * LinkedIn * Twitter
Related Podcast Episodes * Leadership Resilience with Ama Marston. * The Future of Collaborative Leadership with Dr. Edward Marshall. * Understanding Collaboration with Carlos Valdes-Dapena.
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We find purpose in life through our work. We spend half of our waking life at work. Wouldn’t it be great to find purpose and meaning while getting stuff done? Dr. Roger Hall is the author of Staying Happy, Being Productive: The Big 10 Things Successful People Do. As a psychologist, he has been able to study the lives of successful people over 25 years. He has found that there are ten common habits of his most successful clients. Roger trains leaders to monitor and manage their thinking. He shares with Kevin if you discipline your thinking, emotions will follow, and then behavior. This can improve not only your life but the lives of your family or team.
In this episode, Dr. Hall discusses:
- Thought life.
- Sleep and rest life.
- Work life.
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Book Recommendations * Staying Happy, Being Productive: The Big 10 Things Successful People Do by Roger Hall * The Promise of Sleep: A Pioneer in Sleep Medicine Explores the Vital Connection Between Health, Happiness, and a Good Night’s Sleep by William Dement * The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz by Erik Larson * How Propaganda Works by Jason Stanley
Connect with Dr. Roger Hall * Dr. Roger Hall’s Website * LinkedIn * Twitter * Facebook * Instagram
Related Podcast Episodes * Leadership Productivity Principles with Maura Thomas. * Creating Happiness in the Workplace with Kris Boesch. * Putting Happiness to Work with Eric Karpinski.
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While enjoying a late-night snack, Raúl Sánchez and Dan Bullock came to the realization everyone sees the same pattern in the stars. Other places and cultures may label it differently, yet they see the same alignment. They wanted to look at patterns in communication. As organizations become more global, communication becomes that much more important. This holds for public speaking, writing e-mails, or negotiating contracts. Sánchez and Bullock are the authors of How to Communicate Effectively with Anyone, Anywhere. They discuss what is implied in conversation/writing and who is responsible for the messaging. In the end, it isn’t about us. As leaders, we are more effective if we use positive language and present the information for more than one sense (ethos, pathos, logos).
In this episode, Bullock and Sánchez discuss:
- Overall principles of effective communication.
- Global English.
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Book Recommendations * How to Communicate Effectively with Anyone, Anywhere by Raúl Sánchez and Dan Bullock * The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand * Hero of a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell/li> * Ultralearning: Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career by Scott Young
Connect with Raúl Sánchez and Dan Bullock * Connecting Globally’s Website * Dan Bullock’s LinkedIn * Raúl Sánchez’ LinkedIn * Connecting Globally Twitter * Connecting Globally Instagram
Related Podcast Episodes * Connecting in a Virtual World with Nick Morgan. * Connect First with Melanie Katzman. * Leadership, Communication and Credibility with Jack Modzelewski. * The New Global Manager with Melissa Lamson.
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Virtual LeaderCon 2020 gave The Kevin Eikenberry Group the opportunity to bring together 30 of the world’s top leadership experts to talk about the most pressing and emerging leadership and learning topics. We know 2020 was touch and this was our way to continue to support leadership development. As we prepare for Virtual LeaderCon 2021, because whether you are leading a remote, hybrid, or face-to-face team, our goal is to help individual leaders and organizations learn the skills to keep moving forward
Kevin is sharing his daily inspiration from the 2020 event all about: It’s OK to disagree.
You can sign up for Virtual LeaderCon 2021 at https://virtualleadercon.com/.
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It is important to understand what drives you to get out of bed in the morning. It is just as important to understand the motivation of your team. Christopher Coultas, along with his team at Leadership Worth Following, is the author of Driven Not Drained: Discover Your Path to Career Happiness, Effectiveness, and Influence. Chris shares the six components of the DriV model, which was designed to understand the why behind the what. With each component, there are competing priorities. For example, if you score high in productivity, you get your energy by doing things. This can become an issue as you move up the corporate ladder and find that you are delegating more tasks. Chris suggests understanding your drivers and drainers can help you find greater satisfaction in your job. Knowing what drives and drains your team can lead to more productivity and a better bottom line.
In this episode, Kevin and Chris discuss:
- Driven vs. drained.
- Drained vs. burnout.
- The DriV model.
- Team culture and drivers.
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Book Recommendations * Driven Not Drained: Discover Your Path to Career Happiness, Effectiveness, and Influence by Christopher Coultas and Leadership Worth Following * Rome Sweet Home: Our Journey to Catholicism by Scott Hahn Ph.D., and Kimberly Hahn
Connect with Christopher Coultas * Leadership Worth Following Website * Driven Not Drained Book Website * Christopher Coultas’ LinkedIn
Related Podcast Episodes * Understanding the Style of Others with Guy Harris. * How Being Yourself Makes You a Better Leader with Minter Dial. * Beating Burnout at Work with Paula Davis.
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Virtual LeaderCon 2020 gave The Kevin Eikenberry Group the opportunity to bring together 30 of the world’s top leadership experts to talk about the most pressing and emerging leadership and learning topics. We know 2020 was touch and this was our way to continue to support leadership development. As we prepare for Virtual LeaderCon 2021, because whether you are leading a remote, hybrid, or face-to-face team, our goal is to help individual leaders and organizations learn the skills to keep moving forward
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What is the culture of your organization? It’s a fair question and can be puzzling. We attribute an unengaged workforce or misalignment of values to the culture. Yet, we seem to fall short of building the culture we want. Mario Moussa and Derek Newberry are the authors of The Culture Puzzle: Harnessing the Forces That Drive Your Organization’s Success. They share with Kevin that, too often, we think of culture as an afterthought. We share our vision, build the team, and then create the culture. However, culture happens when you put the people together. Culture is about the stories. Culture is dynamic and fluid and can change overnight (just think back to March 2020). They share the four forces that drive culture: vision, interest, habit, and innovation. They also recognize that anyone can influence culture.
In this episode, Mario and Derek discuss
- Anthropology and organizational culture.
- Misconceptions about culture.
- 4 forces that drive culture.
- Thoughts about culture in a post pandemic world.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Culture Puzzle: Harnessing the Forces That Drive Your Organization’s Success by Moussa, Newberry, and Urban + Anthro-Vision: A New Way to See in Business and Life by Gillian Tett + In Our Time by Ernest Hemingway * Connect with Moussa and Newberry:
Moussa Consulting | More About Derek Newberry | Mario Moussa’s LinkedIn | Derek Newberry’s LinkedIn
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- Answering the Culture Question with Eric Stutzman.
- Being More Intentionally Contagious with Anese Cavanaugh.
- Creating Courageous Cultures with Karin Hurt and David Dye.
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Kevin is sharing his daily inspiration from the 2020 event all about: As leaders, we are leading by example.
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Are you exhausted? Maybe you are feeling a bit cynical? These can be signs of burnout. Paula Davis defines burnout as the manifestation over time of chronic workplace stress. Paula is the author of BEATING BURNOUT AT WORK: Why Teams Hold the Secret to Well-Being and Resilience. She tells Kevin that pre-pandemic, we were suffering high levels of burnout and, it has only accelerated during the pandemic. Although we typically associate burnout at the individual level, Davis suggests that this is an organizational issue. Leaders first need to recognize their role in causing or preventing burnout. You can influence change at the team level, where leaders can do small things that create a culture of well-being.
In this episode, Paula:
- Differentiates burnout vs. stress.
- Shares why team are the secret.
- Talks about how to diagnose burnout.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Beating Burnout at Work: Why Teams Hold the Secret to Well-Being and Resilience by Paula Davis + A World Without Email: Reimagining Work in an Age of Communication Overload by Cal Newport * Connect with Paula Davis:
Book Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram
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I’m willing to bet that every day, we spend some amount of time waiting.
Waiting on hold. Waiting on our food order. Waiting for our kids to get off the bus. Waiting, waiting, waiting.
And I recently observed a group of people who were waiting for quite a long time. In this episode, I’ll share some valuable leadership lessons that I learned from this waiting.
Tweet it out: Don’t while away all your waiting time on your phone. Do something conscious and intentional with your most valuable resource – your time. @KevinEikenberry
In this episode: * We are hosting our second annual, FREE leadership event, Virtual LeaderCon, this coming September. Learn more about this powerful, live event and make plans to join us here.
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Are you executing or are you busy? Jim Huling suggests we all struggle with execution, both personally and professionally. Jim is the global managing consultant for the 4 Disciplines of Execution® practice and co-author of the book by the same name, now in its second edition. Jim shares the 4 disciplines – Focus, Leverage, Engagement, and Accountability – and ideas you can use to implement them. Too often, teams get caught up in the whirlwind of urgent activity to keep things going. Taking the time to understand your strategic priorities and doing things with consistency and excellence will take you to the next level.
In this episode, Jim:
- Elaborates on the 4 Disciplines of Execution.
- Discusses Leading with authenticity vs. leading with heart.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Revised and Updated: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals by Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, and Jim Huling + The Alchemist, 25th Anniversary: A Fable About Following Your Dream by Paulo Coelho + Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear * Connect with Jim Huling:
Website | Book Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | YouTube
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Want to be better prepared to succeed in a changing world of work? Want the mindsets, skillsets, habitsets, and toolsets for your team and yourself? Our Future of Work Series continues with a conversation with Gary A. Bolles, Chair for the Future of Work at Singularity University, and author of the upcoming book, The Next Rules of Work. We'll share what we are seeing about the future of work, and how you can succeed in this uncertain future. Join us to listen and learn.
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Do you want an engaged team? Do you want a happy team? It’s safe to say, if your organization/team is engaged, there is greater productivity, profitability, and customer service. Eric Karpinski suggests if you want to engage your team, focus on happiness. Eric is an expert in positive psychology and the author of Put Happiness to Work: 7 Strategies to Elevate Engagement for Optimal Performance. He shares with Kevin we have a biological need to be connected to others and shares practical applications to increase happiness and engagement. It’s important to note that not all happiness drives engagement. You need to find the strategies that motivate your team for certain types of happiness and there is not a one size fits all. Don’t focus on the outcome. Find the strategy that works for your team.
In this episode, Eric discusses:
- The connection between happiness and engagement.
- Putting stress to work.
- Gratuitous negative emotions.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Put Happiness to Work: 7 Strategies to Elevate Engagement for Optimal Performance by Eric Karpinski + Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know by Adam Grant * Connect with Eric Karpinski:
Website | Book Website | Twitter | LinkedIn
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Help. One syllable, four letters, and hard to ask. Chester Elton suggests asking for help doesn’t mean you have given up. It’s just the opposite. Chester is the co-author of the New York Times and #1 USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling leadership books, All In, The Carrot Principle, and The Best Team Wins. His latest book, with Adrian Gostick, is Anxiety at Work: 8 Strategies to Help Teams Build Resilience, Handle Uncertainty, and Get Stuff Done. He joins Kevin to talk about the #1 issue in the workplace, anxiety. Over the past few years, more people are reporting anxiety at work and leaving jobs for mental health reasons. Chester explains there is a generational difference in dealing with anxiety, and younger generations are more comfortable discussing this. Chester shares strategies for leaders at any level to help normalize the conversation and build trust with your team.
In this episode, Chester talks about
- Anxiety levels.
- The pandemic’s effect on leaders.
- Being an ally at work.
- The responsibility of a leader in mental health.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Anxiety at Work: 8 Strategies to Help Teams Build Resilience, Handle Uncertainty, and Get Stuff Done by Adrian Gostick, Chester Elton + The Heart of Business: Leadership Principles for the Next Era of Capitalism by Hubert Joly + Digital Body Language: How to Build Trust and Connection, No Matter the Distance by Erica Dhawan + The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy * Connect with Chester Elton:
The Culture Works | Chester Elton’s Website | Adrian Gostick’s Website | Chester Elton’s Facebook | Chester Elton’s Twitter | Adrian Gostick’s Facebook | Adrian Gostick’s Twitter
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People are celebrating something every day – birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, graduations and more.
But have you ever stopped to think about WHY you celebrate? The purpose or reason for the celebration?
Join me in this episode to explore this important question, and also the importance of “little c” celebrations.
Tweet it out: Celebration is important. We remember to celebrate big things – but please remember to celebrate the little things too. @KevinEikenberry
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Do your words convey both your message and your meaning? Whether we are leading an organization, a team, or part of a household, this is important. For Krister Ungerböck, this became apparent when he was teaching a course in French. Feedback suggested he should never come back again, and he realized it came down to language and the words. Krister is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of 22 Talk SHIFTs: Tools to Transform Leadership in Business, in Partnership, and in Life, which is the result of leading teams in 3 languages and building businesses on 5 continents. Krister provides examples of how we can shift our conversations to increase engagement and lead to better solutions.
In this episode, Krister discusses:
- The directness of language.
- When to give feedback.
- Advice for remote leaders.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + 22 Talk SHIFTs: Tools to Transform Leadership in Business, in Partnership, and in Life by Krister Ungerböck + Infinite Jest by David Foster Wallace + Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships by Marshall B. Rosenberg PhD * Connect with Krister Ungerböck:
Book Website | Website | LinkedIn | Twitter
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On the day that we release this video, it’s just about the middle of the year. But whether you’re watching this video in June or you’re watching it in November, it is a very valuable practice to do a process check. A process check is an opportunity to get out of the day to day activity, look at your progress and consider how you are doing things right now as a way to see what’s working and what’s not.
In this episode, I’ll share actionable tips for how to effectively do a process check in your life.
Tweet it out: Sometimes it is hard to gauge progress when we are doing the work. A process check will help you see where you are, how far you have come, and perhaps help you adjust your course forward. @KevinEikenberry
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Pivot may have been the 2020 word of the year. For Jordan Babineaux, though, it is about changing directions and looking for new opportunities. Jordan is a former NFL player turned sports broadcaster, entrepreneur, and author of Pivot to Win. He discusses choices and the simple concept of just asking for what we want. Although you may not get what you asked for, you get the opportunity to grow and go through adversity with confidence. He also draws parallels between the teams we lead and professional football teams. Leaders need to be specific in their communication and set clear expectations.
In this episode, Jordan talks to Kevin about:
- Fixed vs. growth mindset.
- Cultivating persistence.
- Coaching lessons from coaches.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Pivot to Win by Jordan Babineaux + Switch: How to Change Things When Change is Hard by Chip Heath and Dan Heath + Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck * Connect with Jordan Babineaux:
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Wellbeing. It’s important for you personally, and with only 20% of the workforce engaged, it is important for your team. Jim Harter is Ph.D. is Chief Scientist for Gallup’s workplace management and wellbeing practices. He is also the co-author, with Jim Clifton, of Wellbeing at Work: How to Build Resilient and Thriving Teams. He joins Kevin to discuss the 5 essential elements of wellbeing (career, social, financial, physical, and community). Trust may start at the top but happens at the local level. As a leader, you have the most influence on your team. You can have conversations about work/life integration and help improve overall wellbeing, leading to successful teams.
In this episode, Jim shares:
- The 5 elements of wellbeing and importance for leaders.
- Risks to wellbeing.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Wellbeing at Work by Jim Clifton and Jim Harter + Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment by Daniel Kahneman, Olivier Sibony, Cass R. Sunstein + Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari * Connect with Jim Harter:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook
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Since the world changed last spring, there’s been a lot of talk about the “new normal”.
And while I understand why we are phrasing it this way, in the video below, I’m giving us a new way to look at our “normal”.
Tweet it out: ‘Normal’ is always changing. Make your next normal that serves you and your goals. @KevinEikenberry
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Trust is a relationship, and we know how to do relationships. So, why does earning and keeping trust seem like a mystery? Sandra Sucher is a trust researcher and professor of management practice at Harvard Business School. She is also the co-author, with Shalene Gupta, of The Power of Trust: How Companies Build it, Lose it and Regain it. Sandra and Kevin discuss how organizations can build trust and the role of leadership. Their research shows trust can be measured and there are concrete actions any company can take to ensure it gains the trust of its employees, leading to greater trust with customers. Sandra also shares the worst trust killer is layoffs and leaders must find a way to manage workplace change.
In this episode, Sandra discusses:
- Trust build from the inside out.
- The 4 elements of trust.
- Trust recovery.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Inspector Gamache Series by Louise Penny + The Power of Trust: How Companies Build It, Lose It, Regain It by Sandra Sucher and Shalene Gupta * Connect with Sandra Sucher:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter
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Innovation. Is it creativity? Is it disruption? Is it personal or organizational? It can be all of that and more. Josh Linkner joins Kevin to discuss innovation and a growth mindset. Josh is the author of Big Little Breakthroughs: How small, everyday innovations drive oversized results. and shares that research shows our brain is not fixed. We can develop our innovative skills. Innovation doesn’t have to be big or brand new. We can cultivate small ideas, which are less risky and more accessible. We can also innovate around the outcomes we are already doing. Small adjustments can make a big difference.
In this episode, Josh shares:
- The difference between offensive and defensive innovation.
- The 70/30 rule.
- How our environment plays a role in innovation.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Big Little Breakthroughs: How Small, Everyday Innovations Drive Oversized Results by Josh Linkner + Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking by Jon Acuff + Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know by Adam Grant * Connect with Josh Linkner:
Website | Book Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn
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- The Innovation Delusion with Lee Vinsel and Andy Russell.
- Making Creativity an Everyday Habit with Scott Anthony.
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Accountability is one of those words that everyone has thoughts and feelings about.
I’ve been known to call it the longest 4 letter word in the dictionary.
And when I am asked to define or describe it in my workshops and coaching sessions, I can do so with one word.
Find out my simple definition of accountability (as well as how to be more accountable) in this episode.
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There is no overnight success. However, there is hustle. DC Glenn is a platinum-selling rapper, actor, voice-over professional and featured in Geico’s “SCOOP THERE IT IS” commercial. DC shares with Kevin that his path to stardom was rather bumpy. He worked hard to get a label and signed a terrible contract. Instead of feeling sorry for himself, he studied the law and waited for his day in court. This continuous learning attitude and preparedness for new ventures gave him the chance to not only star in the #1 commercial but provide input to the content. Sprinkles, anyone? He encourages us to step out of our comfort zone and be OK with things that don’t work out. Failures can lead to good things if we look for the opportunity.
In this episode, DC talks about:
- Learning how to learn.
- Value of preparation.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don’t Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber * Connect with DC Glenn:
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What is the ROI of leadership development in your organization? Organizations invest a good deal of both time and money in training, yet we find the return dismally low. If this is the case, should we bother with development activities? Jennifer Mackin is the author of Leaders Deserve Better: A Leadership Development Revolution and a leader of two consulting firms. Jennifer shares with Kevin that the principles of leadership hold, and we don’t have a problem with the content. However, we do need to change how we leverage the new learning and create a culture where folks can put their new learning into play. In addition, we need to have a people plan to connect with our strategic plan and continue the learning beyond an event.
In this episode, Jennifer shares:
- Thoughts on the leadership development problem.
- The 4 drivers of leadership development success.
- Thoughts on the use of an external coach.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Leaders Deserve Better: A Leadership Development Revolution by Jennifer Mackin + Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson * Connect with Jennifer Mackin:
Jennifer Mackin’s Website | Oliver Group | Leadership Pipeline Institute
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One of my mentors has said repeatedly to me: Little hinges swing big doors.
Stated a little differently, he was telling me that little things matter in big ways.
Another common phrase that I’ve heard multiple times is: Don’t sweat the small stuff.
I understand the sentiment, and there are some little things we don’t need to sweat, but I really love this idea from Bruce Barton: “Sometimes when I consider what tremendous consequences come from little things . . . I am tempted to think . . . there are no little things.”
In this episode, I’ll unpack this paradox and say a little more about the idea between little hinges and big doors.
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We recognize that growth requires moving away from the status quo. Yet, how do you know what to change? Melanie Parish suggests it’s OK to experiment and collect data to decide what to do next. Melanie is the author of The Experimental Leader: Be a New Kind of Boss to Cultivate an Organization of Innovators. She joins Kevin to discuss this mindset shift to be experimental in problem-solving. When we can test assumptions and analyze the results, we can decide how to handle challenges and opportunities within our organizations and teams. We should expect failures; it is the small failures that provide good data. The big failures may be a result of doing too much, too soon.
In this episode, Melanie discusses:
- A scientist’s approach to leadership.
- Best practices and experimentation.
- Failure and experimentation.
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Fake it until you make it. This may work to help you overcome some insecurities, public speaking, for example. However, if you fake it too long, whether this is your experience, next quarter’s numbers, etc., the truth will come out. Sabrina Horn tells Kevin that integrity is not optional. She is the author of Make it, Don’t Fake it – Leading with Authenticity for Real Business Success. She acknowledges it can be lonely at the top and even if you are making all the decisions, you don’t have to know it all. When you can admit what you don’t know or that you made a mistake, you level the playing field for your team and build a culture of trust and growth.
In this episode, Sabrina discusses:
- The good and bad of faking it.
- Leadership authenticity.
- Leadership loneliness.
- Leadership self-care.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Make It, Don’t Fake It: Leading with Authenticity for Real Business Success by Sabrina Horn + Let’s Fly by Giles Fraser * Connect with Sabrina Horn:
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When I think of the word tradition, I instantly think of the song “Tradition” in one of my favorite plays The Fiddler on the Roof.
And while when we talk about traditions, we are often talking about them in the context of holidays or celebrations and the things we do to commemorate them, in the context of this video, I’m talking specifically about traditions at work.
As many of us transition back to the workplace or adjust to a hybrid scenario or are looking at a completely unknown future, re-evaluating your traditions is a really useful exercise. In this episode, I’ll provide some questions to ask and some ideas to consider to help ensure that the traditions you are either returning to or are continuing to observe are useful and actually feed you.
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Change. I’m sure you have heard that the world is changing faster today. Henry De Sio would tell you it’s not just fast; it’s explosive. Everyone is in the change game. Henry is a former deputy assistant to President Obama and is the author of The Playmaker Changebook: The New Physics of Leadership in a World of Explosive Change. Henry and Kevin discuss the new game. Teams are no longer operating in silos with one leader. Today, there are different teams and different leaders based on the situation. You collect your talent around challenges and opportunities. Everyone can step into their bigness. Further, there is a premium on empathy and bringing together people to drive success.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Changemaker Playbook: The New Physics of Leadership in a World of Explosive Change by Henry De Sio, Jr. + Campaign Inc.: How Leadership and Organization Propelled Barack Obama to the White House by Henry De Sio, Jr. + Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! by Robert T. Kiyosaki * Connect with Henry De Sio, Jr.:
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Awhile back, I wrote a post on LinkedIn and had a blinding flash of the obvious. I asked a question at the end of the post and the post got more engagement and comments than ever before. I went back to see how often I ended with a question. And as I suspected, it wasn’t very often!
This was a major lesson for me and I’m talking about it in the podcast episode because I think it’s an important lessons for all leaders as well.
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Leading and managing. Mark Williams will tell you both are important parts of your job. However, people are promoted because they do their job well, yet don’t have the necessary tools to be good leaders. Mark is the author of, Lead Don’t Manage: 12 Lessons in Creating a Leadership Culture Base on Core Values. You can manage the day-to-day activities of your team, like attendance and workflow. However, to lead, you need to know it’s about the people that work for you and with you. He shares with Kevin the importance of purposeful, regular, and consistent communication. Your expectations often are born from your values, and you owe it to yourself and your team to share. Mark also talks about investing time in relationships throughout your organization, as it is the relationships that allow you to accomplish more.
In this episode, Mark:
- Shares his experiences in a leadership role.
- Discusses how individual values and relationships with your team go hand in hand.
- Talks about leadership alliances, both in-person and remote.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Lead, Don’t Manage: 12 Lessons in Creating a Leadership Culture Based on Core Values by Mark Williams + Six Years by Halran Coben * Connect with Mark Williams:
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Do you manage change? Or do you lead change? And maybe even more important: do you know the difference between the two?
There is a very important distinction between these two words and as leaders, we must know the difference in order to be successful in our change efforts.
Check out the episode to learn what it means to lead change.
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Do you manage change? Or do you lead change? And maybe even more important: do you know the difference between the two?
There is a very important distinction between these two words and as leaders, we must know the difference in order to be successful in our change efforts.
Check out the video to learn what it means to lead change.
Tweet it out: Change is a choice. Our job as a leader is to help people make an informed and valuable choice… to change. @KevinEikenberry
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Does your leadership change the organization? For the better? This is the question Jonathan Raymond asked himself and had an aha moment. Jonathan is the author of Good Authority: How to Become the Leader Your Team Is Waiting For and joins Kevin to discuss the mindset shift leaders at all levels need to make. Your team does not need a leader who knows everything and solves all the problems. Your job as a leader is to think strategically about the organization. Your job as a leader is to create the emotional conditions for your team to grow. Let them do the jobs they were hired to do.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Good Authority: How to Become the Leader Your Team Is Waiting For by Jonathan Raymond + Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life by William Finnegan + Quet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cane * Connect with Jonathan Raymond:
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Opportunities have expiration dates.
I saw this quote recently, and I wish I could remember who/where to attribute this quote to because I instantly loved it. There is a lot of truth in it.
Let’s think about opportunity for a minute…
Have you ever missed an opportunity because you were unaware of it?
Have you ever missed an opportunity because you let it fall down your priority list?
Have you ever missed an opportunity because you delayed, or were stuck in analysis paralysis?
At least one is a yes.. guaranteed.
While there are many opportunities that we know about, there are many that we don’t notice…because we aren’t looking. In this episode, I’m sharing two big ideas to help you take advantage of all of the opportunities that come your way.
Tweet it out: Waiting has implications because opportunities have expiration dates. @KevinEikenberry
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Good leaders take away the “me” factor. Yet, before you successfully lead, you need to know who you are. Minter Dial suggests we take the time (and it takes time) to recognize our strengths, weaknesses, fears, and triggers. When you have this information, you can supplement yourself. Minter’s latest book is You Lead, How Being Yourself Makes You A Better Leader. He suggests that you cannot control how you are perceived, but you can control your awareness. When you show your whole self at work, you encourage your team they can be themselves leading to more trust and success.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + You Lead: How Being Yourself Makes You a Better by Minter Dial + The Grateful Dead and Philosophy: Getting High Minded about Love and Haight by Steven Gimbel + My Hitch in Hell: The Bataan Death March by Lester I. Tenney * Connect with Minter Dial:
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I love words – reading them, writing them, saying them…
And today I want to talk about two words – progress and change – and more specifically, the connection between the two as well as the major distinction and difference.
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I love words – reading them, writing them, saying them…
And today I want to talk about two words – progress and change – and more specifically, the connection between the two as well as the major distinction and difference.
Tweet it out: People can commit to change when they see a valuable post-change future. And then it isn’t change at all. It’s progress. @KevinEikenberry
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Are you present? Are you learning from your journey, especially when you stumble? Scott O’Neil recognizes we all struggle and need gentle reminders to be present, whether this is professionally or personally. Scott joins Kevin to discuss his book, Be Where Your Feet Are: Seven Principles to Keep you Present, Grounded and Thriving. As the CEO of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, which includes the Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) and the New Jersey Devils (NHL), he knows you win some you lose some. If you recognize where you are at, you have the opportunity to grow, go outside of your comfort zone, and be more prepared. We are about instant gratification, and we choose to take a long view and ask ourselves what we want to be and who we want to serve; it will change the way we work (for the better).
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness by Morgan Housel + Be Where Your Feet Are:Seven Principles to Keep You Present, Grounded, and Thriving by Scott O’Neil * Connect with Scott O’Neil:
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Every leadership course talks about delegation. And if it doesn’t, it comes up in the conversation.
How do I know this? Because I’ve taught hundreds and every time I do, we talk about delegation.
And even though it’s a major topic of conversation, many leaders are not doing it well.
In this episode, I’m giving four common reasons why people delegate and explaining why they are NOT good reasons to do so. I’ll also share four GOOD reasons that will help you be more effective in your delegation.
Tweet it out: Before you delegate ask yourself why. If all of your reasons are about you, chances are you won’t be very successful. @KevinEikenberry
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Change doesn’t happen in a day. So, how do you influence positive change? How do you influence your personal and professional life? You get to choose. Warren Rustand is the author of The Leader Within Us: Mindset, Principles, and Tools for a LIFE BY DESIGN. He joins Kevin to discuss what it means to live a life by design. As a veteran CEO, experienced board member, former White House Appointments Secretary, and mentor, Warren shares the principles of leadership and personal greatness he has learned through his experience and connections. We are all capable of great things and it’s up to us to choose greatness.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Leader Within Us: Mindset, Principles, and Tools for a Life By Design by Warren Rustand + Leading Well from Within: A Neuroscience and Mindfulness-Based Framework for Conscious Leadership by Daniel Friedland MD + Leadership by James M. Burns + A Manual for Living by Epictetus * Connect with Warren Rustand:
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As long as I’ve been in the workplace, there’s always been a conversation about the dress code. In fact, when I first started working for Chevron, I was handed a copy of “Dress for Success” as part of the onboarding process.
Since then, the conversation has moved from “Casual Friday”…to casual every day…to the day when everyone was sent home to work and the dress code as we knew it changed significantly.
Now before you think this post and this video is about fashion, let me reassure you, it’s not. Instead, in this episode, I’m talking about how what we choose to wear has some pretty big implications far beyond what style of clothing is our favorite.
Tweet it out: Your choice of what to wear to work (even when at home) may have more implications than you realize for yourself and how you are perceived by others. @KevinEikenberry
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It’s important to understand who you are before getting to the why. Some of us are more logical and task oriented. Others of us focus on our emotions, our environment, and the behavior of others to guide our success. Melody Wilding suggests these “Sensitive Strivers” can anticipate the needs of the team because they are aware of how others are feeling. This empathy can also preclude them from making decisions because they are worried about what others will think. Melody is the author of Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work and draws on decades of research and client work to examine the intersection of sensitivity and achievement in the workplace. She and Kevin discuss the journey of professional and personal development starting at self-awareness and moving to self-growth.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work by Melody Wilding/li> + Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It by Ethan Kross * Connect with Melody Wilding:
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I. Love. Auctions.
And I love pretty much any type of auction. But my favorite is hands-down an antique tractor auction. (Yep, they exist.)
And while if you like auctions, this video might be even more interesting to you. But regardless, I’m sharing the lessons that I learned from a recent tractor auction – and these apply to ANY leader, auction lover or not.
Tweet it out: There are leadership and life lessons to be found at an auction – go to watch and learn – even if you don’t buy anything. @KevinEikenberry
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How do new ideas come about? Cyril Bouquet is the co-author of ALIEN THINKING: The Unconventional Path to Breakthrough Ideas. Although new, innovative ideas seem to appear magically, they take time to emerge, mature and become successful. Cyril and his co-authors studied professions of people who challenge existing paradigms (inventors, artists, scientists). They found these folks use five patterns of thinking that distinguish them from the rest of us. These patterns -Attention, Levitation, Imagination, Experimentation, and Navigation- can help innovative thinking and problem-solving. He also says the navigation piece can be the most difficult because this is where the “rubber meets the road” and often where we face the most resistance.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + ALIEN Thinking: The Unconventional Path to Breakthrough Ideas by Cyril Bouquet, Jean-Louis Barsoux, Michael Wade + Changing Places: A Tale of Two Campuses by David Lodge + The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (Author), Richard Howard (Translator) * Connect with Cyril Bouquet:
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You might know that I grew up on a farm. And on a farm, you work late into the evening when needed. You see, my Dad was a night person. So it was not uncommon for me to work very late into the evening.
Because of this, I grew up thinking I was a night person.
That is until I wasn’t around my Dad and wasn’t needed to work those nighttime shifts anymore. And it was then that I quickly realized I am at my best in the morning and not in the evening.
It took me awhile to figure this out, but when you know your “power time”, you know when you’re at your best.
In this episode, I’ll help you determine your “power time” so that you can capitalize on these hours when you are at your best.
What makes Amazon different? What are the secrets to their success? Bill Carr would say they aren’t really secrets, but it does take innovative management. Bill is a former Amazon executive and the co-author with Colin Bryer of Working Backwards: Insights, Stories and Secrets from Inside Amazon. Bill and Kevin dig deep into the idea of working backwards. It starts with leaders being customer-obsessed, finding out what they want/need and work backward. This isn’t as easy as it sounds. We meet with lots of folks each day, many of whom are not our customers. So, we need to go out of our way to think about the customer. Bill also shares the four characteristics that help define the company culture and how this applies to leaders at any level.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Working Backwards: Isights, Stories, and Serets from Inside Amazon by Colin Bryar and Bill Carr + Capitalism in America: A History by Alan Greenspan and Adrian Wooldridge * Connect with Bill Carr:
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Benchmarks are great. They help give us a way to measure our progress and/or success as compared to others and they also give us something for which to aim.
And while there are all kinds of benchmarks that we use in life – personally and professionally – today I am giving you a new benchmark that when used can literally change your life.
Tweet it out: Make joy your benchmark and strive to meet it. When you do, every part of your life will be more satisfying and successful. @KevinEikenberry
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Do you have to? or Do you want to? We all have a choice. Larry Olsen is the author of Get a Vision and Live It. He joins Kevin to discuss how people can learn to change their attitudes to align with their visions. Our brain makes decisions based on the past, not what the future holds; our growth is limited. We can’t change the past, but we can envision what we want our reality to be. You get what you think about. Prosperity is the here and now. It is the version that is ready for the moment about to happen. It is not based on the past, which can lead to disengagement or cynicism. Larry believes you are where you need to be to make great things happen.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Get a Vision and Live it by Larry Olsen + The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino * Connect with Larry Olsen:
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The difference between successful people and very successful people is that very successful people say no to almost everything. You’ve gotta keep control of your time, and you can’t unless you say no. You can’t let people set your agenda in life.
– Warren Buffett
Now who am I to argue with Warren Buffett? I completely agree that we must be protective of our time and that how we spend our time is directly correlated to our success. And yet…I am not advocating that we immediately say NO to everything. It’s important to use judgement always in our decisions. And that when we do say no, we say it with love.
Tweet it out: To achieve our goals sometimes we must say no – but we can say no in a way that preserves relationships and future opportunities – that’s saying no with love. @KevinEikenberry
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Ernest Hemingway said, “When people talk, listen completely. Most people never listen.” Ximena Vengoechea thinks Ernest may be on to something. She is the author of Listen Like You Mean It: Reclaiming the Lost Art of True Connection. As a user researcher, she understands the importance of listening for understanding. This is true for product research and organizational success. Often, we find ourselves default listening. We are sort of paying attention, yet we don’t get the true experience or the emotions of the talker. Ximena tells Kevin we need to move to empathetic listening, which starts with the intention to listen. A listening mindset begins with humility, curiosity, and empathy. When we bring this to the table, not only are we better people, but we are also better leaders.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Listen Like You Mean It: Reclaiming the Lost Art of True Connection by Ximena Vengoechea + We Keep the Dead Close: A Murder at Harvard and a Half Century of Silence by Becky Cooper * Connect with Ximena Vengoechea:
Website | Twitter
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This title might have you wondering why as the coach, you are asking questions versus providing answers.
And the reason is, I believe that the best coaches have good questions.
In this episode, you’ll learn five coaching questions that are valuable in almost any coaching situation – formal or informal coaching, virtual or face-to-face…any time you’re coaching!
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Leadership and change go hand in hand. However, we need to make sure it’s a positive change. Not only is today’s workforce demanding it, but organizations are also finding it profitable. Bill Novelli has spent time in the private and not-for-profit world. Today he is a professor in the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University and founded and oversees the Georgetown Business for Impact initiative. He joins Kevin to discuss his book, Good Business – the Talk, Fight, Win Way to Change the World. Bill shares examples of organizations making changes to create both social and monetary value. Wherever you are in the organization, you can make a positive social difference. Leadership is not about titles but having the courage in your convictions and the information to influence.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Good Business: The Talk, Fight, Win Way to Change the World by Bill Novelli + The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion by Jonathan Haidt * Connect with Bill Novelli:
Website | Twitter | LinkedIn
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When I was growing up, most households only had one phone and it was usually in the kitchen. And teens spent alllll the time on that phone.
Today’s teens also spend a lot of time on the phone, as do most of us. These tiny devices consume so much of our time and attention, although we rarely use them anymore for what they were originally designed for – to TALK on them. And today, I’m reminding you of all of the reasons and benefits why the next time you pick up your phone, it should be to talk into it.
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Relationships. They are critical for our mental health and they are how organizations succeed. Yet, many of us struggle to build solid connections. David Bradford and Carole Robin are the authors of CONNECT: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends and Colleagues. They join Kevin to discuss the importance of building exceptional relationships or at least moving along the continuum. There is a risk of being vulnerable. Yet, when we show up as ourselves (in an appropriate way), we have more impact. As a leader, we need to recognize feedback is a gift. We need to be willing to ask for, as well as offer help, so we can all behave in our best interest.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Connect: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues by David Bradford and Carole Robin + Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World by Vivek H. Murthy + American Dirt: A Novel by Jeanine Cummins + Maybe You Should Talk to Someone: A Therapist, HER Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed by Lori Gottlieb * Connect with David Bradford and Carole Robin:
Connect and Relate | Leaders in Tech
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I recently received an email from the Principal of the High School that I attended, asking if I would help with a project.
As the students are getting ready to celebrate a COVID-style homecoming, the staff is asking alum to share messages of encouragement and support.
I was happy and honored to do this and today, I am sharing that message with you.
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Defining your team’s purpose is not only important; it is pragmatic. Once you have the purpose, it is easier to decide when to collaborate and when individuals should act. Carlos Valdes-Dapena is a coach and the author of Lessons from Mars: How One Global Company Cracked the Code on High Performance Collaboration and Teamwork and Virtual Teams: Holding the Center When You Can’t Meet Face-to-Face. He joins Kevin to discuss why conventional approaches to making teams better don’t necessarily work. Through extensive research working directly with brands like M&M’s and Snickers, he found that you need to be intentional about collaboration. Leaders need to clarify why it matters and how individuals benefit from working together. This is especially true for achievement-driven people who are innately motivated to get stuff done.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Lessons from Mars: How One Global Company Cracked the Code on High Performance Collaboration and Teamwork by Carlos Valdes-Dapena + Virtual Teams: Holding the Center When You Can’t Meet Face-to-Face by Carlos Valdes-Dapena + The Evening and the Morning by Ken Follett + Effortless: The Counter-Intuitive Business Growth Formula for Coaches, Consultants, Authors, Speakers, and Experts by Danny Iny + The Grief Recovery Handbook: The Action Program for Moving Beyond Death, Divorce, and Other Losses including Health, Career, and Faith by John W. James and Russell Friedman * Connect with Carlos Valdes-Dapena:
Website | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube | Fast Company Article | CEO World Article
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In a fast-paced (and often remote working) world, we seem to run our days on “transactions” – short-term, project-driven tasks.
And while transactions get things done in the short term, relationships are built and nourished on interactions.
And in a remote working world, relationships are even harder to maintain. That’s why it’s important that we balance transactions with interactions.
Learn the difference and therefore how to recognize this balance in your life from this episode.
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Do you ask for the help you need? As a leader, we are often self-reliant. The success of our teams and organizations rests on our shoulders, we better be the ones making the decisions. Todd Palmer hit rock bottom and needed to redefine success. Todd is CEO/Entrepreneur of Diversified Industrial Staffing and the author of From Suck to Success: A Guide for Extraordinary Entrepreneurship. He joins Kevin to talk about his journey of self-awareness and shifting mindsets. He needed to ask for help and to become accountable for his decisions. Once he got over the fear of failure and recognized it as a learning opportunity, he was able to shift the culture of his company. Todd also shares hiring advice and how things have changed (or not) since the pandemic.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + From Suck to Success: A Guide for Extraordinary Entrepreneurship by Todd Palmer + Leading Well from Within: A Neuroscience and Mindfulness-Based Framework for Conscious Leadership by Dr. Daniel Friedland * Connect with Todd Palmer:
Extraordinary Advisors | LinkedIn | YouTube | Twitter | Facebook
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In this episode, I’m telling an old story about a farmer and his stallion. And while I like stories just as much as anyone, this is more than just a story.
This is a lesson on the power of perspective.
Tweet it out Before deciding a situation is bad, stop and think a bit longer – perhaps there is good to be found, even in a challenging situation. @KevinEikenberry
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Often, we see grit as something hard-nosed. However, Darrin Gray believes our grit should be fueled by joy. Darrin serves as Chief Marketing Officer at Athletes in Action and leads AIA’s NFL Advisory Council. He started in the newspaper business, where he felt he was creating a community. He has carried this idea of community and building a team throughout his career. A winning team isn’t about themselves but is a coalition of the willing. These are individuals who not only want to become better (players, leaders, parents) but are willing to help each other build the best version of themselves. Leaders not only need self-awareness, but a mindset and heartset to meet people where they are.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Jersey Effect: Beyond the World Championship by Hunter sith and Darrin Gray + Heroic Leadership: Best Practices from a 450-Year-Old Company That Changed the World by Chris Lowney + The Power of 3: Beat Adversity, Find Authentic Purpose, Live a Better Life by Robb Hiller * Connect with Darrin Gray:
Website | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Lions Lead | Athletes in Action
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In the world today, people are running hard and fast, many so focused on taking care of others – be that their children, spouse, clients, teammates, students or their patients – that they aren’t taking the time to take care of themselves.
It’s gotten so bad, that I recently read about a nursing school that added a program to their nursing curriculum on the importance of and how to take better care of ourselves.
Self care is vital to our health and our success and our ability to have an outward focus and to take care of others.
In this episode, I’m sharing some quick tips to help you make it easier for you to take care of yourself.
Tweet it out: Self-care isn’t selfish. You can’t give your best to others when you aren’t at your best. @KevinEikenberry
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We are gifted the power to change the way we think and feel anytime. We just need to want to do it. Todd Stottlemyre is a two-time World Series baseball champion and the author of The Observer: A Modern Fable on Mastering Your Thoughts & Emotions. He joins Kevin to discuss coaching and the lessons he has learned throughout his career on and off the field. Todd talks about the fundamentals and the importance of following your heart. Todd’s book is a fable allowing him to become vulnerable and connect through storytelling. He had to learn to let go and change his mindset. By sharing his story, he hopes to help others grow and develop.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Observer: A Modern Fable on Mastering Your Thoughts & Emotions by Todd Stottlemyer + Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon by Dr. Joe Dispenza * Connect with Todd Stottlemyre:
Website | Instagram | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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We are gifted the power to change the way we think and feel anytime. We just need to want to do it. Todd Stottlemyre is a two-time World Series baseball champion and the author of The Observer: A Modern Fable on Mastering Your Thoughts & Emotions. He joins Kevin to discuss coaching and the lessons he has learned throughout his career on and off the field. Todd talks about the fundamentals and the importance of following your heart. Todd’s book is a fable allowing him to become vulnerable and connect through storytelling. He had to learn to let go and change his mindset. By sharing his story, he hopes to help others grow and develop.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Observer: A Modern Fable on Mastering Your Thoughts & Emotions by Todd Stottlemyer + Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon by Dr. Joe Dispenza * Connect with Todd Stottlemyre:
Website | Instagram | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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As of today, I cannot predict the future of work – for you or for your business.
But I do know one thing.
Whatever that future holds, work is going to be different…again.
I do not believe we will ever return to work as we knew it in 2019. I predict that we will have an amalgamation of different forms of flexible work.
– Some companies will send all of their employees back all at once.
– Some will send half now and half later.
– Some will allow their employees to choose where they want to work.
There will be many options and each organization’s choice will very likely look a little different.
So, what can you do now to prepare for the future world of work today?
In this episode, I’m providing a few steps that leaders and teammates can take to prepare for flexible work.
Tweet it out: Prepare for the future today – even if you don’t know exactly what it will look like (and you don’t). @KevinEikenberry
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- Whether you are a teammate or you are the leader of the team, The Long-Distance Teammate, can help you to prepare for this new future of flexible work. Learn more here.
There have been many discussions about the future of work. Will robots be able to do everything? For most of us, 2020 accelerated that future and creating a need for new mindsets and strategies. Jeff Schwartz believes we aren’t going back to the way things were and we have the opportunity to set a new direction. Jeff is the co-author of Work Disrupted: Opportunity, Resilience, and Growth in the Accelerated Future of Work. Jeff shares with Kevin that to understand 21st-century careers, we need to be working with new maps. We have choices in what our future looks like, so how do we work with everything we have available (includes physical space and technology).
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Work Disrupted: Opportunity, Resilience, and Growth in the Accelerated Future of Work by Jeff Schwartz + Post Corona: From Crisis to Opportunity by Scott Galloway + Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Issacson * Connect with Jeff Schwartz:
Website | Twitter | LinkedIn
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In January 2014, I recorded the very first episode of Remarkable TV. And the episode below is our 365th episode – we haven’t missed a week since we started! That’s like recording and releasing a video every single day for year.
And while that first video doesn’t look so great now (watch it here) – the sound quality wasn’t great, the picture was a bit fuzzy, I might have rambled a little – I know that the continual practice we have done in recording each week since then has helped us to significantly improve.
Zig Ziglar said: Anything worth doing is worth doing poorly – until you can learn to do it well.
So in today’s episode, I’m sharing four lessons from our 365 RTV episodes.
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In January 2014, I recorded the very first episode of Remarkable TV. And the episode below is our 365th episode – we haven’t missed a week since we started! That’s like recording and releasing a video every single day for year.
And while that first video doesn’t look so great now (watch it here) – the sound quality wasn’t great, the picture was a bit fuzzy, I might have rambled a little – I know that the continual practice we have done in recording each week since then has helped us to significantly improve.
Zig Ziglar said: Anything worth doing is worth doing poorly – until you can learn to do it well.
So in today’s episode, I’m sharing four lessons from our 365 RTV episodes.
Tweet it out: One of the keys to continued growth and success is continual practice. Are you consistently working on the things that matter most to you? @KevinEikenberry From This Episode:
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Are you one of the 20 million to download the Netflix Culture deck? Whether you did or just looked it up now, you will recognize that Netflix operates at the edge of chaos, or so it seems. Yet, they have been able to re-invent themselves as the environment has shifted and created a company of innovators. Erin Meyer is the co-author of No Rules Rules Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention with Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings. She joins Kevin to talk not only about culture but building a culture of freedom. Netflix encourages all employees to make decisions based on the context and direction of the company. This can only happen with strong leadership, foundational principles, and the right employees. Although Erin uses Netflix as the example, there are lessons and principles which can apply to your organization and your team.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention by Reed Hastings and Erin Meyer + Captain Underpants: 10 Book Set by Dave Pilkey + Big Box of Big Nate: Big Nate Box Set Volume 1-4 by Lincoln Peirce * Connect with Erin Meyer:
Book Website | Website
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In January, our newest book came out – The Long-Distance Teammate. When we were researching and writing this book, there was one key word that continued to stand out and be seen as a key measure of how to be successful as a remote teammate.
That word was…
Proactivity
In this episode, I’m sharing 4 specific ways that you can be more proactive in your remote work.
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Change is the only constant in life (Heraclitus). If you don’t see, are you paying attention? And if you aren’t changing, well, that is something different. Stacy Henry is the author of Get Rooted! Growing People and Companies Through Change and joins Kevin to discuss change and values. We don’t always get to choose the change (hello pandemic), yet we get to choose our actions and reactions. The way we respond is based on our values. Often, we hold on tight, even though we don’t like the current state, because it is known. It requires us to think differently and move through the change.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Get Rooted!: Growing People and Companies Through Change by Stacy Henry + The Motive: Why So Many Leaders Abdicate Their Most Important Responsibilities by Patrick Lencioni * Connect with Stacy Henry:
Website | LinkedIn
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In this episode, I’m talking about The Epidemic of Loneliness and what we can do about it.
Before the pandemic, there was already an epidemic of loneliness. And while we know that the pandemic will eventually subside, the epidemic may not… In fact, loneliness is becoming a larger and more important issue as more and more employees and organizations go virtual.
So if you’re feeling lonely or as though something just isn’t right, here are a few strategies that I hope will help ease this pain.
And a small word of caution before you listen to this episode: I am not a doctor. If you have serious concerns for yourself clinically, please see someone. And while you can’t diagnose a friend or colleague, know that my advice here can only go so far.
From This Episode:
- In our newest book, The Long-Distance Teammate, Kevin has created a practical handbook to help remote team members become more effective, connected and engaged while working remotely. Learn more and order a copy (or more) here.
Do you ever feel like you are putting in the effort yet fall short of expectations? Does your team ever feel that way? So, what can you do? Richard Lee suggests it doesn’t need to be complicated. We just need the right mindset tied to the skillset. Richard is the author of WORK THAT COUNTS: Breaking Down the Barriers to Extraordinary Results. Kevin and Richard discuss three mindsets that create an impact within your organization. These include empowered relationships, align to do the right thing, and collaborate in and across teams. For this to work, both the team leader and team member must work on their relationship and remember it is unique and dynamic. Further, you need to look outside your immediate team and consider the whole to achieve goals.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Work That Counts: Breaking Down the Barriers to Extraordinary Results by Richard Lee + Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown * Connect with Richard Lee:
Website | LinkedIn
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Good things happen when we are thankful.
We feel better.
We are less stressed.
We are healthier.
These are just a few benefits but it’s obvious that being thankful for anything or to anyone in our lives is a good thing.
In this episode, I am specifically suggesting you thank your teammates for four very important reasons.
From This Episode:
- Learn more about our newest book, The Long-Distance Teammate, and order your copy today! Go here to learn more.
Why do existing organizations with resources find themselves irrelevant (or no longer in existence), whether through new technology, changes in demographics, competition? Chances are they did not plan for the disruption, which can come from any direction or place, especially where we least expect it. Sameer Hasija is co-author of The Phoenix Encounter Method: Lead Like Your Business Is On Fire. Just like the mythical phoenix that is born again from the ashes, this method requires you to think of your business truly being disrupted (burning to the ground) so you can build it again. Shifting your mindset to create a burning platform, allows you to build a playbook to defend against the attacks (in whatever form they take). This is an on-going process and can take your organization to the next level.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Phoenix Encounter Method: Lead Like Your Business Is on Fire! by Ian Woodward, V. “Paddy” Padmanabhan, Sameer Hasija, and Ram Charan + The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement by Eliyahu M. Goldratt + The Dragons and the Snakes: How the Rest Learned to Fight the West by David Kilcullen * Connect with Sameer Hasija:
Book Website | Author’s Website
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You’ve likely heard this saying:
What gets measured gets done.
While it’s an oversimplification, there is a lot of truth in this saying. And interestingly enough, one of the areas where we spend an increasing amount of time is meetings. And do you have any meeting metrics that you are tracking?
You likely don’t. And even if you do, in this episode, I am sharing a new meeting metric that you likely aren’t tracking but should be for many reasons. I am also sharing how to implement this simple yet effective metric.
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Nothing elevates performance more than a great coach. And the performance of your team reflects the coach. Bill Eckstrom is the co-author of The Coaching Effect: What Great Leaders Do to Increase Sales, Enhance Performance, and Sustain Growth (with Sarah Wirth) and joins Kevin to discuss both quality and quantity of coaching. We need to understand where coaches are spending their time. Bill discusses growth rings and how they are reflective of environments that promote or hinder growth. Leaders at any level need to understand the necessity of challenging people out of their comfort zone to create high-growth organizations.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Coaching Effect: What Great Leaders Do to Increase Sales, Enhance Performance, and Sustain Growth by Bill Eckstrom and Sarah Wirth + How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi * Connect with Bill Eckstrom:
Website | EcSell Institute | EcSell Institute’s LinkedIn | Bill Eckstrom’s LinkedIn | EcSell Institute’s Twitter | Bill Eckstrom’s Twitter | Bill Eckstrom’s TEd Talk
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The questions we ask determine the answers we find – and therefore the decisions we make.
And in this episode, I am asking you the most important remote work question…
Are you “working from home” or are you a great remote teammate?
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The questions we ask determine the answers we find – and therefore the decisions we make.
And in the video below, I am asking you the most important remote work question…
Are you “working from home” or are you a great remote teammate?
Tweet it out: There is a big difference between working from home and being a great remote teammate. Which do you want to be? @KevinEikenberry From This Episode:
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Is it the journey, or is it the destination? The role of a leader is getting to the destination (sales, profits, product development). Walt Rakowich believes the most important part of leadership is the journey and what happens along the way. Walt is the author of TRANSFLUENCE: How to Lead with Transformative Influence in Today’s Climates of Change. Walt and Kevin discuss transformative influence and Walt shares stories about his journey. There is a time and place for leaders to be vulnerable and acknowledge the details their team understands and works through daily. By overcoming fear and pride, we can empower our team and build trust. When leaders recognize they have a transformational influence on their team, they find opportunity, embrace challenges, and make their organizations and communities greater than ever.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Transfluence: How to Lead with Transformative Influence in Today’s Climates of Change by Walt Rakowich + Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl * Connect with Walt Rakowich:
Website
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One of my all-time favorite Musicals is Fiddler on the Roof, and one of the famous songs from it is Sunrise, Sunset.
Here are part of the lyrics:
Sunrise, sunset
Sunrise, sunset
Swiftly fly the years
One season following another
Laden with happiness and tears
The song talks about how our lives are flying by and the older I get, the truer this is.
And while each day is still about sunrise, sunset – a daily rhythm – and life is an accumulation of days, I have an important question for you:
How do you start and end your days?
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One of my all-time favorite Musicals is Fiddler on the Roof, and one of the famous songs from it is Sunrise, Sunset.
Here are part of the lyrics:
Sunrise, sunset
Sunrise, sunset
Swiftly fly the years
One season following another
Laden with happiness and tears
The song talks about how our lives are flying by and the older I get, the truer this is.
And while each day is still about sunrise, sunset – a daily rhythm – and life is an accumulation of days, I have an important question for you:
How do you start and end your days?
Tweet it out: How you start and end your days frames those days and determines your life. @KevinEikenberry From This Episode:
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Remote work isn’t new. Technology has allowed organizations to have offices not only on different coasts but in different countries. We have started to work across time zones and cultures. In 2018, Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel published the Long-Distance Leader and reminded leaders the principles didn’t change, just the location. In March of 2019, there was a huge shift to remote work; much of it unplanned. They found there was a difference between working from home and being a productive remote teammate. Wayne, co-founder of the Remote Leadership Institute, joins Kevin to discuss their latest book, The Long-Distance Teammate: Stay Engaged and Connected While Working Anywhere. There is a difference between being just a team member and a teammate. We need to be more intentional to create connections and take responsibility for our growth. Wayne shares ideas for leaders and discusses some of the challenges we may see in 2021. We are not going back to the way things were.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Long-Distance Teammate by Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel + A Soldier of the Great Way by Mark Helprin + Paris in the Present Tense by Mark Helprin * Connect with Wayne Turmel:
Remote Leadership Institute | Twitter
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- A Timely Conversation about Remote Work with Wayne Turmel.
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Can we?
Should we?
Both questions are important and the difference between the two is just one small word. But that small word makes a significant difference in how you answer the question.
In this episode, I’m helping you to think about this distinction with a few thoughts and maybe a couple of other questions.
Tweet it out: Can you do something vs. should you do that thing. Likely you’ll be better served to ask both questions before you decide. @KevinEikenberry
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Do you feel like a fraud? Are you waiting for your team to question why you are leading them? If it makes you feel better, you aren’t alone. In fact, studies show that 70% of people feel like an imposter at some point in their professional careers. Rita Clifton shares that none of us know everything. She is the author of Love Your Imposter: Be Your Best Self, Flaws and All. Rita and Kevin discuss the imposter syndrome and how you can acknowledge your fear (versus hiding from it) to make you better. Rita also debunks the myth ‘fake it until you make it’. When we share our vulnerabilities, we help others grow, making your team more successful.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Love Your Imposter: Be Your Best Self, Flaws and All by Rita Clifton + Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harai * Connect with Rita Clifton:
Website | Twitter
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I grew up on a farm, so we spread a lot of things. But today we are talking about what we are spreading as leaders.
Because our words, our attitudes and our energy are all contagious. And it’s important that we’re spreading the right thing.
Tweet it out: Your words, attitude and energy are contagious. What are you spreading? @KevinEikenberry
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Kevin shares the top downloaded episodes of 2020. As he recounts each episode, he shares his lessons learned from the conversation.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Podcasts Mentioned * Eat, Sleep, Work with Bruce Daisley. * Answering Life’s Great Question with Tom Rath. * Understanding Power with Deborah Gruenfeld. * Your Customer Service Playbook with Micah Solomon. * Leader Farming with Zach Thomas. * Leadership, Communication and Credibility with Jack Modzelewski. * A Timely Conversation about Remote Work with Wayne Turmel. * Lessons that Drive Business Success with Kim Lorenz. * Reframing Problems with Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg. * Leaders as Teachers with Dr. Thomas J. DeLong.
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We all want to be life-long or continual learners, but just saying that isn't enough. The only sustainable way to accomplish this is to be learning every day.
In this episode, I'm sharing three simple ways to help incorporate more learning in your life.
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We can use the past to think about leading today and the future. The means may be different (hello social media), yet the principles are similar. Jan-Benedict Steenkamp is Massey Distinguished Professor of Marketing at the University of North Carolina and author. His latest book is Time to Lead: Lessons for Today’s Leaders from Bold Decisions That Changed History. JB looks at leadership through a historical and marketing lens. After all, aren’t leaders trying to brand themselves as someone to follow? JB and Kevin discuss some of history’s most decisive leaders and events and ties it to today’s leadership methods. JB also shares seven leadership styles. There is no one right leadership style, as history shows all can be successful. However, you cannot be a good leader if you are not authentic.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Time to Lead:Lessons for Today’s Leaders from Bold Decisions that Changed History by Jan-Benekict Steenkamp + Catherine of Siena by Sigrid Undset + FDR: An Intimate History by Nathan Miller * Connect with Jan-Benedict Steenkamp:
Website | LinkedIn
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- Leadership Moxie (and More) with John Baldoni.
- Leader Types in the White House with Cash Keahey.
- Is it Marketing or Leadership? with Seth Godin.
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Are you deliberating about a tough decision?
Are you struggling with a relationship?
Are you worried about the future?
In today's episode, I am suggesting we all take a chill pill. And I don't mean this in an unsympathetic or glib way. I am seriously suggesting six steps that we can take to help us all relax and "chill" so that we can have less stress and be more successful.
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It’s been asked before and here we are again. Are you happy in your work? Jonas Altman is on a mission to make the work of work more human and he would argue it’s your duty to find meaning and joy in your work. Jonas is the author of SHAPERS: Reinvent the Way You Work and Change the Future. He sits down with Kevin to discuss the future of work and why we need a new frame of reference to support the new workforce. Organizations should be a team of teams. They put the well-being of their people in tandem with financial performance. Jonas also shares his thoughts on how the pandemic will shape the perspective of work in general.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Shapers: Reinvent the Way You Work and Change the Future by Jonas Altman + Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday + Humankind: A Hopeful History by Rutger Bregman + Worst. Person. Ever.: A Novel by Coupland Douglas * Connect with Jonas Altman:
Shapers Website | Website | Social Fabric | LinkedIn
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Gossip is definitely not something we love or that we hope to have at any workplace. In fact, if we could REVERSE gossip, that would solve many conflicts and issues at work.
But before we get to the idea of reversing gossip, we must first discuss two facts about gossip as a whole:
- Gossip is negative.
- Gossip grows in the dark.
So knowing these two pieces of information, now let's reverse-engineer gossip. Check out this episode for specific tips on how to do just this.
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Innovation and creativity never go out of style. However, sometimes we find ourselves in institutionalized inertia. Our creative side is stifled because of the systems, structures, and processes in place. Scott Anthony says these are things that help today and make it hard to change for tomorrow. Scott is the co-author of Eat, Sleep, Innovate: How to Make Creativity an Everyday Habit in Your Organizations, and shares with Kevin that we need balance; we need a dual transformation. Innovation is something different that creates value, and no innovation story is a straight line. Leaders need to encourage and celebrate the challenges along the way. Further, the need to create an environment that is tolerable of new behavior and trust your team wants to do it and is capable of innovation.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Eat, Sleep, Innovate: How to Make Creativity an Everyday Habit Inside Your Organization by Scott D. Anthony, Paul Cobban, Natalie Painchaud, Andy Parker + Calling Bullshit: The Art of Skepticism in a Data-Driven World by Carl T. Bergstrom, Jevin D. West + by Charlotte Foltz Jones (Author), John O’Brien (Illustrator) * Connect with Scott Anthony:
Book Website | Learn more about Scott Anthony | LinkedIn | Twitter
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We’ve all been in virtual meetings where a participant (maybe it’s you?) mutes themselves at the start and remains muted for the entirety of the meeting.
And while there are a variety of reasons and situations where muting makes sense (I’ll review them in this episode), there are even more reasons why you should UNMUTE yourself and ask those on your team to do the same.
Tweet it out: If you want others to speak – you need to be quiet – hit your mental mute button – and give them a chance to engage. @KevinEikenberry
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We are in the 21st Century – The Digital Age. We know that by 2025 Millennials and GenZers will be 75% of the global workforce. However, many organizations are still operating using a 20th Century Industrial age leadership. Hierarchy, power, control, and fear are out of step with the complexities of our times and the workforce is demanding something different. To move into the 21st century, we need to transform the way we lead and manage our organizations. We need a personal connection. We need to be empathetic. When we can understand the circumstances our team is facing, we become more trustworthy and credible. Dr. Edward Marshall suggests this leads to success in the workplace. He is the author of Leadership’s 4th Evolution: Collaboration for the 21st Century. Kevin and Dr. Marshall discuss this 4th evolution of leadership—Collaboration—for the 21st Century leadership—based on trust, ownership, and psychological safety to motivate the workforce. As the world continues to shift, leaders will need to reshape their workplace and redefine their business model. They need to engage their workforce to take a seat at the table and make contributions.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Leadership’s 4th Evolution: Collaboration for the 21st Century by Dr. Edward Marshall + Humble Leadership: The Power of Relationships, Openness and Trust by Edgar H. Schein and Peter Schein + The Leadership Challenge by Jim Kouzes and Barry Posner * Connect with Dr. Edward Marshall:
Website | Twitter | LinkedIn
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I
f you are watching or listening to me now, you have achieved some level of success. And if you are leading others, it is logical and obvious that you are doing some things right.
Yet many leaders feel they have arrived not because of experience, skill and wisdom, but by luck or the ability to “fool” others.
If you ever feel this, welcome to the imposter syndrome.
According to The International Journal of Behavioral Science, researchers estimate that 70% of people have experienced the imposter syndrome.
If you underestimate your knowledge, experience and competence…
When you feel like you are faking it, you live in fear. And it isn’t helpful or factual.
In this episode, I’ll share five simple steps to help combat imposter syndrome.
Tweet it out: The imposter syndrome is real, and it doesn’t serve you. Recognize when you feel it and take positive steps to overcome it. @KevinEikenberry
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We speak 16,000-20,000 words a day, yet 74% of us have anxiety about speaking in front of people. As a leader, you’ve probably shared information with your organization. Most likely, you have had to stand in front of a room full of people and deliver said information. So, how do you feel? Do you embrace the opportunity or put your head down and get the job done? John Bowe believes public speaking is a skill we can all learn if we have the right mindset. John is a speech trainer and the author of I Have Something to Say: Mastering the Art of Public Speaking in an Age of Disconnection. He sits down with Kevin to discuss how we can represent our ideas in a way that best serves our audience. The last thing we want to do and waste someone’s time when we are sharing information. We need to think about the audience and their needs when we prepare our presentation.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Francis of Assisi: A New Biography by Augustine Thompson + I Have Something to Say: Mastering the Art of Public Speaking in an Age of Disconnection by John Bowe * Connect with John Bowe:
Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook
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I won’t go into the brain science, but it is a fact of neurology that the brain cannot be in a state of appreciation and a state of fear at the same time. The two states may alternate, but are mutually exclusive.
So when people say they are too blessed to be stressed, they are actually right.
But let’s step back a moment.
We have plenty of reasons to be stressed. I don’t need to list them all for you here – but I am certain you have a list. And maybe now, our lists seem longer than ever – work, family, external forces and more.
We know that stress and anxiety negatively impact our productivity and relationships – and when we need those things most, we might not be able to access them.
Enter gratitude.
I’ve written and talked about gratitude a lot over the years. Below you will find a link to my collection of articles.
Now I’m urging you to consider gratitude for three simple reasons – now more than ever.
Tweet it out: Being grateful is good for more than your soul – when you are grateful you lower your stress and blood-pressure. You will feel better and be better equipped to succeed for the day. @KevinEikenberry
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Do you have a crystal ball to show you the future? I’m going to guess the answer is no. Yet, according to Margaret Heffernan, we think the future is hiding just behind the curtain, like in the Wizard of Oz. However, if you peek, there is nothing behind the curtain. The future is unknowable. Margaret is the author of Uncharted – How to Navigate the Future. Given that we can’t know what is going to happen, she and Kevin discuss how we can be open to the fact we cannot predict the future. Data can only take us so far, and that is not who we are. Goals can be good, and we need to be careful not to turn them into a step by step process, which can narrow our focus. We can use goals to make us more observant and look for the opportunities to give us the future we want.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Uncharted: How to Navigate the Future by Margaret Heffernan + Learning from the Germans: Race and the Memory of Evil by Susan Neiman * Connect with Margaret Heffernan:
Website | Twitter
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- LAgility with Leo Tilman and General Charles Jacoby.
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No engagement.
No participation.
Can’t get people to speak up.
These are just a few of the many issues that we have with virtual meetings.
And in this episode, I am demonstrating 4 ways that a simple cup can help improve your virtual meetings.
Tweet it out: If you want people to participate in your virtual meeting, ask your question, then take a sip of your coffee while you wait for them to respond. @KevinEikenberry
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Urgent – – read, listen, or do NOW! Can you relate? Kevin chats with Brandon Smith, author of the Hot Sauce Principle: How to Live and Lead in a World Where Everything Is Urgent All of the Time. Brandon compares urgency to hot sauce. A little bit gives you some flavor and enhances the meal. Too much and your mouth is on fire. Time is our most precious resource and because of things like technology or the markets, everything is urgent all the time. Brandon believes urgency can help us create focus and lead us to action. However, when it becomes too much, we are overwhelmed and not productive. He has also found that, just like hot sauce, different people, teams, and organizations need different amounts to feel the impact. To lead change, we need some urgency to disrupt positively.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brene Brown + The Hot Sauce Principle: How to Live and Lead in a World Where Everything is Urgent All of the Time by Brandon Smith * Connect with Brandon Smith:
Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook
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- Lead with Speed with Alan Willett.
- Bringing the Art of Reflection into Your Busy Life with Joseph Badaracco.
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Today I am asking you a question:
Are you seeking progress or perfection?
I am asking you this both personally and as a coach. And in this episode, I am making a case for each and then also a case for both.
Tweet it out: Ask yourself what you want today – progress or perfection? – or you can work for both – high standards and meaningful progress? @KevinEikenberry
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Do you set aside the time and energy for innovation? Do you set aside the same time and energy for maintaining? Kevin sits down with Lee Vinsel and Andy Russell, authors of The Innovation Delusion: How our Obsession With the New Has Disrupted the Work that Matters Most. Vinsel and Russell are not opposed to creating and new things; however, they believe we have put too much faith in innovation to cure our problems. Therefore, we tend to neglect what is already there and create a society out of balance. A moment of innovation is just that, a moment in time. We need cognitive space to think about maintenance. Maintenance makes up a large part of human activity, yet we ignore it or even look down on the people who do that work (right now, we are calling those folks “essential workers). Leaders need to recognize that maintenance sustains success, maintenance depends on the culture, and maintenance requires constant care. For these things to happen, we may need creativity and innovation.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Innovation Delusion: How Our Obsession with the New Has Disrupted the Work That Matters Most by Lee Vinsel and Andrew Russell + Several Short Sentences About Writing by Verlyn Klinkenborg * Connect with Lee and Andrew:
Website | Lee’s Website | Andrew’s Website | Andrew’s LinkedIn | Facebook page
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Here’s a fact: Kids LOVE Halloween.
Why?
Because of the rewards, of course. The candy! And while they are thinking about the sweet treats, they are also thinking about being scared.
Now when you think about it, preparing to be a leader is eerily similar.
You think about it, you plan for it, you expect some benefits to come from it and….you’ll probably be scared at some point of the unexpected.
But when you realize the fact that there will be unexpected and unpredictable circumstances, you will actually be able to better deal with them.
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Can you have friends at work? Should you have friends at work? Shasta Nelson is a friendship expert and author. Her most recent book is The Business of Friendship: Making the Most of the Relationships Where We Spend Most of Our Time. She sits down with Kevin to let us know that work is the #1 place we make friends. Leaders that build relationships and find ways for connection help their team feel supported and seen, which builds loyalty. The outcome is higher levels of workplace productivity, employee retention, creativity, collaboration, and profitability. Shasta also addresses loneliness and remote workers may feel this more. Again, leaders need to make the connections and value the importance of relationships.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Business of Friendship: Making the Most of Our Relationships Where We Spend the Most of Our Time by Shasta Nelson + Permission to Feel: Unlocking the Power of Emotions to Help Our Kids, Ourselves, and Our Society Thrive by Marc Brackett * Connect with Shasta Nelson:
Business of Friendship | Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | YouTube
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A man in his 90’s recently surveyed his garage which was filled with the remnants from an old business, activities and hobbies and memories. LOTS of memories. And at the request of his children, he brought in a dumpster. And after just a few hours of work, it was filled to the brim.
This man is my father-in-law. And this is the dumpster.
during the course of the day, he was asked many times: Keep or Toss? And clearly that answer was often TOSS.
As leaders, we must ask this question of ourselves as well:
Should we keep it or toss it?
Like the garage, you have to pull things out and ask that question, otherwise things pile up – things that might not be serving you.
Check out this week’s Remarkable TV episode to see what I mean about the clean-up you need in your leadership life.
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How do you define success? Is it the toys you own? Is it the relationships you have? Doug Holladay believes success is finding joy, meaning, and satisfaction on a profound level. Doug is founder and CEO of PathNorth, Georgetown University professor, former White House advisor, and the author of Rethinking Success: Eight Essential Practices for Finding Meaning in Work and Life. Kevin talks about the 3 O’s of leadership: Outcomes, Others, and Ourselves. Today he and Doug focus on the latter – ourselves. You can find your story when you reflect and acknowledge not only your strengths but where your blind spots and bias lie. Further, you can look to understand someone else’s story. Leaders can humanize the workplace and create a community where their team thrives.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Rethinking Success: Eight Essential Practices for Finding Meaning in Work and Life by Douglas Holladay + Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl + Passages: Predictable Crises of Adult Life by Gail Sheehy + The Conservative Heart: How to Build a Fairer, Happier, and More Prosperous America by Arthur C. Brooks * Connect with Douglas Holladay:
Website | Path North | Twitter | LinkedIn
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Engagement is a popular topic and something that most organizations are constantly striving for.
And it’s a worthy goal but the problem is that most organizations are thinking about it all wrong.
To help us understand this, it might help if we take a look at the actual definition of the word.
Engagement (noun)
Emotional involvement or commitment.
Listen to this episode to hear how this definition can help you to get better engagement (and commitment) from your team.
Tweet it out: Engagement is a choice. As a team member what do you choose? As a leader, how can you help people make the choice to engage? @KevinEikenberry
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Sometimes we need to think differently. Kevin sits down with Roger L. Martin, author of When More is Not Better – Overcoming America’s Obsession with Economic Efficiency. In his latest book, Roger explains how more is better for a while until we become obsessed. Roger and Kevin tackle leadership as it relates to models and working in silos. The job of a good leader is to not only encourage but make sure communication is happening across departments. Systems aren’t complicated, just complex. We need to consider how things work together and have real discussions about the pieces of the puzzle for more robust decisions. Roger also shares the big picture of economic efficiency and how we as leaders and individuals play a role in the system.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + When More Is Not Better: Overcoming America’s Obsession with Economic Efficiency by Roger L. Martin + Social Limits to Growth by Fred Hirsch * Connect with Roger L. Martin:
Book Website | Twitter
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In this episode, I am talking about the power of empathy. But in order to understand the power, we need to know the definition.
EMPATHY: The action of understanding, being aware of, being sensitive to, and vicariously experiencing the feelings, thoughts, and experience of another.
Empathy is so important to our role as leaders. And here are five reasons that empathy matters.
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Everyone is talent. Your team, your bosses, and you. Today Kevin sits down with Rishon Blumberg, co-author of GAME CHANGER: How to Be 10x in the Talent Economy and co-founder of 10x Management. Rishon discusses 10x talent and 10x companies. The talent not only knows their stuff, but they can also share information at the human level. 10x companies create an environment hospitable to exceptional talent. Finding the right people is not an issue. Attracting, retaining, and managing your talent help your organization become more innovative and more responsive to experience growth. You need to know your talent and show commitment by playing to their strengths.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Game Changer: How to Be 10x in the Talent Economy by Michael Solomon and Rishon Blumberg + The Predators’ Ball: The Inside Story of Drexel Burnham and the Rise of the Junk Bond Raiders by Connie Bruck * Connect with Rishon Blumberg:
Book Website | Website | LinkedIn
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If you’ve watched many of our previous episodes, you know that I often ask our viewers to challenge me to find leadership lessons in bizarre and random places.
And today, I am finding the lessons that we as leaders can take from our grill. And no, you don’t have to be a grilling expert to learn something here.
Tweet it out: Remarkable Leaders deliver what their teams need – remembering that the team is one of their Customers. @KevinEikenberry
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We all have the potential; the potential to be remarkable or to use our powers for evil. Research shows that we are influenced by those around us. So, it’s up to leaders to create the environment to build integrity. Kevin sits down with Rob Chesnut, former federal prosecutor, former General Counsel and most recently the Chief Ethics Officer of Airbnb, Inc. He is also the author of Intentional Integrity: How Smart Companies Can Lead an Ethical Revolution. Data shows that trust is at an all-time low. This is huge because we have a lot of problems to solve and we need to do it together. Rob believes if your actions are consistent with your values, you will have a competitive advantage. Integrity not only resonates with your team; it resonates with consumers.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Intentional Integrity: How Smart Companies Can Lead an Ethical Revolution by Rob Chesnut + Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success by Rob Chesnut * Connect with Rob Chesnut:
Website | LinkedIn
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I meet with a lot of leaders who are frustrated with people on their team who are not doing something at all or who aren’t doing something in a certain way.
And in order to address this concern, there is one question that they can ask to determine WHY this is:
Is it will or skill?
In today’s episode, we are going to talk about the very important distinction between these two and why it matters to your results.
Tweet it out: If someone isn’t doing what you need or expect – ask yourself – is it a lack of will or skill? @KevinEikenberry
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It’s all about your journey, your journey of growth and development. When you find your passion and purpose, you will bring other people to the table for a shared vision. This will lead to success. Carter Phipps is coauthor of Conscious Leadership: Elevating Humanity Through Business with Steve McIntosh, and Whole Foods Market CEO John Mackey. Carter and Kevin discuss principles and mindsets for value-based leadership. He shares examples of what purpose first means and the importance of looking beyond a transaction to how it impacts the other stakeholders. Carter also shares thoughts on the need for both competition and collaboration to get the best answer.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Conscious Leadership: Elevating Humanity Through Business by John Mackey, Steve Mcintosh, Carter Phipps + Stakeholder Theory: Concepts and Strategies (Elements in Organization Theory) by R. Edward Freeman + The Price of Tomorrow: Why Deflation is the Key to an Abundant Future by Jeff Booth * Connect with Carter Phipps:
Website | Cultural Evolution | Conscious Capitalism
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The topic of today’s episode would have been nearly unthinkable six months ago…and yet, here we are, talking about masks and how contentious they have become.
I have a problem with masks, and it’s not what you think. It’s not political and it’s not scientific. Check out this episode and tell me if you agree in the comments below.
Tweet it out: Remember that when you are wearing your mask people can’t see you smile. Make sure you DO smile, and smile with your eyes! @KevinEikenberry
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What are the traits of a go-to person? You know, the person who gets the job done. Most likely, we all want to be a person who is reliable and great to work with. Bruce Tulgan cautions us though not to confuse go-to with a yes man. Bruce’s latest book is THE ART OF BEING INDISPENSABLE WORK: Win Influence, Beat Overcommitment, and Get the Right Things Done. Kevin and Bruce discuss the importance of showing up and being valuable. When we play the long game and show others how we can help, they will want to reciprocate and help us. However, don’t get caught always saying yes. There are other options to serve needs and provide value. You don’t want to be remembered for the “yes” you didn’t deliver.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Art of Being Indispensable at Work: Win Influence, Beat Overcommitment, and Get the Right Things Done by Bruce Tulgan + About Face: The Odyssey of an American Warrior by Colonel David H. Hackworth, and Julie Sherman + The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin by Benjamin Franklin + Benjamin Franklin: An American Life by Walter Isaacson * Connect with Bruce Tulgan:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook
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If you’re like me, you went to school for a long time. And 13 or more years will teach you that knowledge is what “wins” the game of school.
So if knowledge is a good thing (and it is!), where’s the danger?
Tweet it out: Make your goal to know more, not to know it all – because you can’t anyway. @KevinEikenberry
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Most of us would agree that a component of leadership is making other people better. Frances Frei believes that to have progress, we need to have trust. Frances is the co-author, with Anne Morris, of Unleashed: The Unapologetic Leader’s Guide to Empowering Everyone Around You. She explains to Kevin that you need to be unapologetic because you can’t wait for permission when action needs to happen. It’s all about trust and empowerment. Their research shows that to bring out the best in one other person, you need to set high standards AND be committed to their success. Frances shares stories about companies where the most effective leaders use a combination of trust, love, and belonging to create success in their teams.
This episode is brought to you by… Virtual LeaderCon, a virtual leadership conference coming September 14th-18th. You can sign up at https://virtualleadercon.com/
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Unleashed: The Unapologetic Leader’s Guide to Empowering Everyone Around You by Frances Frei and Anne Morriss + Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone: The Illustrated Edition by J.K. Rowling and Jim Kay * Connect with Frances Frei:
Website | LinkedIn
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As the title suggests, today I am sharing lessons we can learn from rivers.
Now when I say “rivers”, it’s likely that we all have a different river in mind. And regardless of which river you think of – whether it’s the Mississippi River, the Hudson River, the Pere Marquette River (near my childhood home) or any other – there are lessons that we can get from rivers.
Tweet it out: Remember the lessons of the river and you will use your persistence for the benefit of others and yourself. @KevinEikenberry
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Do you take the time to downshift, or contemplate, or reflect? Most of us probably want to do that, and where can we find the time? Kevin chats with Joseph Badaracco, John Shad Professor of Business Ethics at Harvard Business School and author. Today, they focus on his latest book, Step Back: How to Bring the Art of Reflection into your Busy Life. Joseph conducted interviews with executives and professionals about reflection – What is it? How do you do it? Where do you find the time? He also studied some classic works to develop principles about the practice. He found that people do find the time to reflect, on their terms. There was little repetition in the method. He suggests that it’s OK to pause and find those moments because, in the long run, they are a powerful tool to look at problems differently, help you sort out feelings, prioritize and help both you and your team.
This episode is brought to you by… Virtual LeaderCon, a virtual leadership conference coming September 14th-18th.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Step Back: Bringing the Art of Reflection into Your Busy Life by Joseph Badaracco + The Plague Paperback by Albert Camus + Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid * Connect with Joseph Badaracco:
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Today I’m talking about Leadership and Toilet Paper – yes, I really am.
In the past I’ve done mash-ups of leadership with random topics, and challenged people to send me suggestions. You can see a channel of these past mashups here. Jose Luis sent this one in. Now I don’t know if he was serious, or just doesn’t like me, 😉 but…challenge accepted.
Tweet it out: The best leaders are like toilet paper – they are available to do the dirty work. @KevinEikenberry
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What does it take to become passionate about your work? How do you transfer that passion to your team? Jacqueline Throop-Robinson has spent years researching this topic to get to the heart of employee engagement. What she found is that it’s not enough to have meaning in your work. People also need to have a sense of progress. Jacqueline is the founder of Spark Engagement Inc., a global analytics company in Human Resources focusing on employee engagement and best-selling author of Fire Up Your Team: 50 Ways for Leaders to Connect, Collaborate and Create with their Teams (2013). She has found there are 21 drivers of employee engagement. She suggests that it’s not the leaders’ job to make their teams passionate. However, they need to challenge them to find that passion.
This episode is brought to you by… Virtual LeaderCon, a virtual leadership conference coming September 14th-18th. Learn more at https://virtualleadercon.com/
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, Kaley Klemp + Fire Up Your Team: 50 Ways for Leaders to Connect, Collaborate and Create with Their Teams by Jacqueline Throop-Robinson * Connect with Jacqueline Throop-Robinson:
Website | LinkedIn
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Last week, I talked about the power that routines can have in our lives. If you missed that, you can watch it here.
The thing about routines is that when they change, we are often left feeling a little lost, confused or even discombobulated. And if you’re like most of us, our routines over the last four months have changed significantly.
Are you feeling lost working from home?
If you are, the answer might be in adjusting your routine to better fit your current situation. In this episode, I’m giving you six easy steps to help you evaluate existing and create new routines that you will help you be more successful.
Tweet it out: You have routines. But are they serving you? Think about your routines decide which ones are helping you reach your goals – and change the rest! @KevinEikenberry
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How does your team show up for work? How do you show up? Gary Hamel believes people leave their gifts of creativity and daring at home because it is not encouraged. He joins Kevin to discuss why he thinks organizations have been incapacitated by their lack of humanity. Gary is the author of The Future of Management (2007) and his latest book, with Michele Zanini, Humanocracy: Creating Organizations as Amazing as the People Inside Them. He shares data about the increase in bureaucracy in organizations and the decline of productivity growth. In short, the old model is not working and organizations need to think about the human element. Further, people at all levels can make change where they are and building community is a good place to start.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz by Eric Lawson + Mind & Cosmos: Why the Materialist Neo-Darwinian Conception of Nature is Almost Certainly False by Thomas Nagel + The Experience of God: Being, Consciousness, Bliss by David Bentley Hart * Connect with Gary Hamel:
Website | Book Website | Twitter | LinkedIn
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Our subconscious minds are extremely powerful and when we build routines and habits, it allows us to capitalize on this part of our brain.
In this episode, I will show you six incredible benefits we get when we flex our subconscious with routines and habits.
Tweet it out: Recognize the value and power of your routines – the right ones can change your life for the better. @KevinEikenberry
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Thirty years ago, we were introduced to The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. And my guess is most of us have read the book, or at least been exposed to one (or more) of the habits; Think Win/Win. Kevin sits down with Sean Covey, son of Stephen, to discuss the anniversary edition and what makes it unique. Sean is a New York Times bestselling author (The 4 Disciplines of Execution, The 6 Most Important Decisions You’ll Ever Make, The 7 Habits of Happy Kids, The Leader in Me, and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens) and president of FranklinCovey Education. Sean builds upon the principle-centered approach for solving problems, whether they are personal or professional. He shares anecdotes and takeaways on how the habits have remained unchanged and how we can use them today.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: 30th Anniversary Edition by Stephen R. Covey, Sean Covey Contributor + The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company by Robert Iger * Connect with Sean Covey:
Book Website
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When you work on your own personal development does it just benefit you?
Not at all.
In fact, everybody wins when you take the time to work on your development.
The organization.
The team.
Your boss.
And of course, you.
So, the next question is, who is responsible for your development?
Tweet it out: Hopefully you work for an organization that invest in you. Whether they do or don’t your development still belongs to you. @KevinEikenberry
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Are you waiting for development opportunities, or are you being intentional in creating opportunities? Dave McKeown suggests that leaders with the most impact push for growth. Dave is a leadership consultant and the author of The Self-Evolved Leader: Elevate Your Focus and Develop Your People in a World That Refuses to Slow Down. He joins Kevin to discuss what it means to be a self-evolved leader. It’s not about saving the day and getting it all done. Leaders understand their strengths and weaknesses (and use both). Further, they look to elevate focus, share stories and provide context for alignment, and develop people.
In this episode, Dave discusses:
- Characteristics of a self-evolved leader.
- The cycle of mediocrity.
- Micro disciplines.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Self-Evolved Leader: Elevate Your Focus and Develop Your People in a World That Refuses to Slow Down by Dave McKeown + The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters by Priya Parker * Connect with Dave McKeown:
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- The Leader Habit with Martin Lanik.
- Day One Leadership with Drew Dudley.
- The Making of a Manager with Julie Zhuo.
- Being the Leader You Want to Be with Amy Jen Su.
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Do you remember the TV show “Password”? If you don’t know it, you can check it out here.
In the game, two teams attempted to win by conveying mystery words to each other using only single-word clues.
The word to be conveyed (the “password”) was given to one player on each team and was whispered softly to the audience.
So today, I am whispering a word that I want you to be careful with. The word is:
Safe
Now let me be clear: I want you, your families, your teams, your customers, and everyone to be physically healthy. I am not making a political statement, a comment about mask wearing, social/physical distancing, or anything like that.
But I also want you, your families, your teams, your customers, and everyone to be mentally and psychologically healthy too.
And that’s where I think we have to be a bit careful with the word safe. Listen to the Remarkable TV episode to find out more about what I mean when I ask you to be careful with this word.
Tweet it out: When we tell people to be safe – we want them to be healthy and protected, but we might be encouraging them to be overly careful or wary. How about encouraging people to be well instead? @KevinEikenberry
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Where is your growth coming from? Keith Ferrazzi suggests you don’t need a title, an office, or even a physical workspace to make a difference. However, you need to have a vision and get people behind that vision. Keith is the co-author, with Noel Weyrich, of Leading Without Authority: How the New Power of Co-Elevation Can Break Down Silos, Transform Teams, and Reinvent Collaboration. Keith and Kevin discuss control, authority, and empowerment. Your organizations and teams suffer when we are fighting for resources. To be successful, you need to create an environment where the team lifts each other; co-elevation. And yes, this does take work. However, results come when you stay committed to the mission and committed to the people.
This episode is brought to you by… Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin’s free weekly e-newsletter. It’s full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Leading Without Authority: How the New Power of Co-Elevation Can Break Down Silos, Transform Teams, and Reinvent Collaboration by Keith Ferrazzi and Noel Weyrich + The Future Is Faster Than You Think: How Converging Technologies Are Transforming Business, Industries, and Our Lives (Exponential Technology Series) by Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kotler + Elevate: Push Beyond Your Limits and Unlock Success in Yourself and Others by Robert Glazer + Limitless: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life by Jim Kwik * Connect with Keith Ferrazzi:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook
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- Learning Leadership with Jim Kouzes.
- The Outward Mindset with Jim Ferrell.
- Cracking the Leadership Code with Alain Hunkins.
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When you look into your crystal ball, what does the future of work look like? On a good day, that is a difficult question. How we think about work, leadership, and our organizations have changed more in the past six months than in decades. Jacob Morgan is joining Kevin for a second time to discuss trends impacting the future of leadership and the mindsets and skills future leaders will need to have. Jacob is a trained futurist and wants to help leaders succeed. Through interviews and surveys, he wanted to know how and why leadership is changing, how ready are leaders today for these changes, and what leaders need to do now. He shares the results and take-aways in his latest book, The Future Leader: 9 Skills and Mindsets to Succeed in the Next Decade.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Future Leader: 9 Skills and Mindsets to Succeed in the Next Decade by Jacob Morgan + The Long Way to a Small Angry Planent by Becky Chambers * Connect with Jacob Morgan:
Book Website | Future of Work University Survey | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- Understanding the Employee Experience with Jacob Morgan.
- A Future Lens on Leadership with Bob Johansen.
- The Disruption Mindset with Charlene Li.
- The New Global Manager with Melissa Lamson.
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You’ve likely heard of the Law of Attraction. In short, the basic idea is that our thoughts turn into things eventually. The idea is that we are like human magnets – always attracting something.
Not everyone agrees with this principle and the principle often leaves out an important part – the fact that thinking alone, while an important part of the attraction process, leaves out the harder part – action and work.
This short episode isn’t meant to leave out the action part, but rather to illuminate the first part – either to remind or influence or encourage you.
Tweet it out: The law of attraction is real – get your thoughts right, and couple it with action – and you will change your circumstances and results. @KevinEikenberry
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Do you ask for ideas? Not just give permission to share ideas, but really invite new ideas. When Karin Hurt and David Dye worked with organizations, they noticed a pattern. Management thought their teams were not speaking up, and employees felt their ideas were not heard. This is all about culture. Karin and David join Kevin to discuss this pattern and their research leading to their latest book, Courageous Cultures: How to Build Teams of Micro-Innovators, Problem Solvers, and Customer Advocates. They found that across industries and countries, people hold on to negative experiences. So, leaders not only need to create a culture of trust, but they need to be clear of what ideas they want and how those ideas lead to organizational success.
This episode is brought to you by… From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin’s Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Courageous Cultures by Karin Hurt and David Dye + Tartine Bread (Artisan Bread Cookbook, Best Bread Recipes, Sourdough Book) by Chad Robertson and Eric Wolfinger + The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth by Amy C. Edmondson * Connect with Karin Hurt and David Dye:
Book Website | Karin Hurt’s LinkedIn | David Dye’s LinkedIn | Let’s Grow Leader’s Twitter | David Dye’s Twitter | Let’s Grow Leaders’ Facebook Page
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- Answering the Culture Question with Eric Stutzman.
- Creating Culture – Lessons from Chick-fil-a with Steve Robinson.
- Turning Culture into Competitive Advantage with Jeff Grimshaw.
- Innovation is Everybody’s Business with Tamara Ghandour.
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When we give feedback, it is with the hope that the person on the receiving end will take action on that feedback. But giving feedback isn’t a one-and-done action. It’s a journey that has many steps along the way.
So before we (or should I say ‘they’) get to action, we must realize the emotions they will go through after hearing the feedback.
Once you understand the emotions, there are four steps you can take to help others apply your feedback.
Tweet it out: Effective feedback isn’t a hit and run – it is a journey. If you want to get to the destination you have to travel with the other person. @KevinEikenberry
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The Industrial Age. Workers came into the factories and were told what jobs to do and how to do them. And for the time, this worked. However, we know the world and our work has changed, yet many leaders still operate under this model. I guess that’s why only 23% of the leaders are deemed effective. Alain Hunkins is the author of Cracking the Leadership Code: Three Secrets to Building Strong Leaders. He joins Kevin to talk leadership mindset and observations he has made from firsthand experiences leading leadership trainings for tens of thousands of leaders within hundreds of companies. Leaders need to understand what drives their team and sometimes this involves a difficult conversation. Success comes when you have a quality relationship and trust.
This episode is brought to you by… 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin’s book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Cracking the Leadership Code: Three Secrets to Building Strong Leaders by Alain Hunkins + The Cut Out Girl: A Story of War and Family, Lost and Found by Bart Van Es * Connect with Alain Hunkins:
Website | Book Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook
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- Learning Leadership with Jim Kouzes.
- The Most Powerful Leadership Model in the World with Jon Gordon.
- How to be Great at Work with Morten Hansen.
- Connect First with Melanie Katzman.
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This is the third in a series of videos on feedback. You can watch the previous videos from the links below.
In this episode, we talk about how to get others to accept the feedback you are giving – leading them to action.
Tweet it out: Before people can apply the feedback you give them, help them accept it as valid and useful. Before that happens, application is unlikely. @KevinEikenberry
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How fast are you going? How fast should you be going? Do you even know where you are going? Kevin is joined by Alan Willett, author of Lead with Speed: Fire Up Your Team, Power Your Engines of Development, and Make Your Organization Soar. Many organizations would say they need to be faster, whether that’s features added, products to market, or customer response. Alan suggests our speed needs to be relevant to the value. You can go as fast as you want, yet if you aren’t accomplishing your goals or are just fixing problems, are you moving forward? Sometimes it’s not about working harder/faster, it’s about doing something different.
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Additional Leadership Resources
- Book Recommendations:
- Lead with Speed: Fire Up Your Team, Power Your Engines of Development, and Make Your Organization Soar by Alan Willett
- Columbus Day (Expeditionary Force) Book 1 in the Series by Craig Alanson
- Black Box Thinking: Why Most People Never Learn from Their Mistakes - But Some Do by Matthew Syed
- Connect with Alan Willett:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- Change Starts Within You with Cortney McDermott.
- Leading Clarity with Brad Deutser.
- Agility with Leo Tilman and General Charles Jacoby.
- The Innovation Stack with Jim McKelvey.
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Last week I talked about the first step in giving effective feedback. You can watch that episode here.
In this episode, I am talking about the second step. But before I do that, let's review the four steps again:
- Feedback must be heard.
- Feedback must be understood.
- Feedback must be accepted.
- Feedback must be applied.
To help you apply step #2 above, I am giving you six simple and easily implemented ideas in this episode.
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Your face is how you feel about yourself and how you project to the world. Maya Hu-Chan is the author of SAVING FACE: How to Preserve Dignity and Build Trust. She sits down with Kevin to talk about the role face plays in leadership through stories and examples. Whether we are working face-to-face or remote, local or global, leaders need to understand the concept of “saving face” to create and build relationships for organizational success. When team members feel psychologically safe, they perform better.
Key Points
- Honoring face, saving face, and losing face.
- Psychological safety.
- Triple A Model.
Additional Leadership Resources
- Saving Face: How to Preserve Dignity and Build Trust by Maya Hu-Chan
- Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life by Bill Burnett and Dale Evans
- http://mayahuchan.com/
Related Podcast Episodes
- Connect First with Melanie Katzman.
- Being the Leader You Want to Be with Amy Jen Su.
- The New Global Manager with Melissa Lamson.
- All You Have to Do Is Ask with Wayne Baker.
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There are tons of tips out there for delivering feedback. The problem is that tips are only tactics until we start with the basics.
First, we must understand the goal of feedback which is that the other person will take action on that feedback.
And then, we have to ensure that the feedback is actually heard.
In today’s episode, I am giving you four invaluable tips to help you ensure that your feedback is heard so that it can be acted upon.
Additional Resources
- Watch the video
How do you give feedback? Maybe the better question is, how do you receive feedback? Steve Herz believes we need to create the environment for the give and take. Once we can accept feedback and take action to improve ourselves, giving feedback is easier and more accepting. Steve is the author of DON’T TAKE YES FOR AN ANSWER: Using Authority, Warmth, and Energy to Get Exceptional Results. Steve and Kevin discuss the AWE model and the “soft skills” we don’t focus on or dedicate resources to building. Yet, these skills help us become more confidence-inspiring and more respected, leading to more trust in your team. Steve shares examples of the model in action and how this now plays out in our current work environment.
Key Points
In this episode, Steve discusses:
- Feedback.
- The AWE model - authority, warmth, and energy.
Additional Leadership Resources
- Book Recommendations:
- Don't Take Yes for an Answer: Using Authority, Warmth, and Energy to Get Exceptional Results by Steve Herz
- Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein
- Connect with Steve Herz:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- The Power of Deliberate Practice with Robert Pool.
- Influence Redefined with Stacey Hanke.
- Key Lessons from Top Episodes of 2019.
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Remember recess? Swinging happily on swings, monkeying around on the monkey bars, or zooming down slides...
As kids, this was an important part of the day. It gives children the chance to socialize, burn off some much needed energy and re-focus so they are better equipped to learn throughout the day.
Not surprisingly, these are all things that we need as adults as well. And it's why breaks are so powerful to our success.
When we make the time for breaks throughout the day, we will get more accomplished, have better ideas and generally less stress.
And when we're working remotely, we need these breaks even more. In today's episode, I'm laying out the case for breaks!
You can watch the video version of this episode at: https://blog.kevineikenberry.com/video/the-power-of-the-break/
Tweet it out: Taking a break isn’t for slackers – your productivity will soar and your stress will sink. Take a break already! @KevinEikenberry
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- Check out the articles and resources on The Remote Leadership Institute website and our COVID-19 Response website.
Timothy Lupfer wants us to get back to basics about leadership. It is a role we are usually given and involves followers (whether they be employees, students…). Leadership is narrower than most of us think. Leadership is the role of affecting followers to achieve organizational goals. Tim is a retired Army, former consultant, and the author of Leadership Tough Love: Examining Leaders Through the Lens of Reality. He shares with Kevin his thoughts about leadership and why it’s more than just a position. He discusses scalability, specifically as it relates to the number of true relationships we have. Leaders need to focus on their immediate group, and we need good leaders at every level (to keep close relationships).
This episode is brought to you by... From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin's Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources
- Book Recommendations:
- Leadership Tough Love: Examining Leaders Through the Lens of Reality by Timothy Lupfer
- Ireland In The 20th Century by Tim Pat Coogan
- Connect with Timothy Lupfer:
Website | LinkedIn
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- Lessons from a Major General with Major General David Bassett.
- Scaling Leadership with Robert J. Anderson.
- Agility with Leo Tilman and General Charles Jacoby.
- Understanding Power with Deborah Gruenfeld.
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You are leading…and others are watching.
This is true when things are going well and when they’re not going so well.
That’s right. That means as a leader, you are on display. And in the words of my friend, Tom Peters, it’s always showtime.
However, all of this does not mean that I am suggesting that as leaders we have to be “actors” or pretending at our job. Quite the opposite in fact.
Check out this episode below to see how leaders can harness the “spotlight”!
Tweet it out: As a leader your team is always watching. You ARE leading by example. Do you like the example you are setting right now? @KevinEikenberry
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How are you using the power you have (for good or evil)? Yes, we all have power just through our relationships between colleagues, family, and friends. Thereby, it can be a bit tricky. According to Deborah Gruenfeld, we need to embrace and own our power, even if we are uncomfortable with it. Deb is a social psychologist and the author of Acting with Power. She shares with Kevin that there are levels of power and it is a responsibility that is yours. Often there are negative connotations with power, however, when you look at it in action, force is rarely used. People want to help you, so you will help them. When you have control over another’s outcomes you need to think about the interests you are serving; be the person other people hope you will be.
This episode is brought to you by... From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin's Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Catch and Kill: Lies, Spies, and a Conspiracy to Protect Predators by Ronan Farrow + Acting with Power: Why We Are More Powerful Than We Believe by Deborah Gruenfeld * Connect with Deborah Gruenfeld:
Website | Twitter | LinkedIn
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- The Outward Mindset with Jim Farrell.
- Crucible Leadership with Warwick Fairfax.
- Partnership is the New Leadership with Ty Bennett.
- All You Have to Do Is Ask with Wayne Baker.
Do you have a Day One or Day Two mentality and why does it matter? Alex Kantrowitz sits down with Kevin to talk about mindset and culture. Alex is a senior technology reporter at BuzzFeed News and author of Always Day One. Alex interviewed more than 130 tech insiders from hourly workers to executives to share how the “Tech Titans Plan to Stay on Top.” However, the lessons learned don’t just apply to Silicon Valley. To become stronger and more successful leaders must continue to look at their business. They recognize change is constant and a Day One mindset will get you to your future state.
This episode is brought to you by... From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin's Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Always Day One: How the Tech Titans Plan to Stay on Top Forever by Alex Kantrowitz + The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer by Siddhartha Mukherjee * Connect with Alex Kantrowitz:
Website | Twitter
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- Connecting Your Company Culture with Your Brand with Denise Lee Yohn.
- The Power of Corporate Culture with Chris Dyer.
- How to Think Like Amazon with John Rossman.
- Turning Culture into Competitive Advantage with Jeff Grimshaw.
- The Innovation Stack with Jim McKelvey.
Focus is really important to leaders. What we study and think about, GROWS.
So during difficult times, it’s even more important to be sure that we aren’t focusing on the negative; that we avoid putting negativity under the microscope.
Here’s what I mean…
Tweet it out: Focus on what you want – don’t put negativity under your microscope. @KevinEikenberry
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We have the tools for accounting principles, and these have remained unchanged for years. Yet we have no real tool to measure customer loyalty, and every bit of cash flow starts with cash from the customer’s pocket. Kevin is joined by Rob Markey. He is the author of a new Harvard Business Review article on how to run a company to maximize customer value, “Are You Undervaluing Your Customers?" He is also the co-author of The Ultimate Question 2.0. Rob believes that customer loyalty and company success go hand in hand. Companies with high satisfaction rankings grow revenues roughly 2.5 times as fast as their industry peers. Leaders need to find ways to get the voice of the customer in front of the entire organization, not just sales or customer service (regardless of the size of the organization.) Rob also shares ways to destroy customer value (a lesson on what not to do).
In this episode, Rob discusses:
- Customer value.
- Leading for loyalty.
- Relationship recovery.
This episode is brought to you by... 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin's book, Remarkable Leadership. You can learn more at https://remarkablepodcast.com/13days
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Ultimate Question 2.0 (Revised and Expanded Edition): How Net Promoter Companies Thrive in a Customer-Driven World by Fred Reichheld and Rob Markey + The Essential Drucker: The Best of Sixty Years of Peter Drucker's Essential Writings on Management by Peter F. Drucker + Blindness by Jose Saramago * Are You Undervaluing Your Customers? * Net Promoter System Podcast * Net Promoter System * Connect with Rob Markey:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- Delivering Innovative Service with Chip Bell.
- Leading Customer Loyalty with Sandy Rogers.
- Why Customers Leave with David Avrin.
I could simply tell you that trust is powerful and as a leader, you would likely very quickly agree with that statement.
But to make my point even stronger, I am going to give three very specific reasons WHY trust is so powerful.
Tweet it out: Trust is an accelerant to success and a lubricant for results. @KevinEikenberry
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Have you had the opportunity to walk in an elementary school and witness the joy, the curiosity, the childlike wonder? Today, we are missing a piece of that of wonder. We can list the reasons why we’ve lost it and it‘s more important to recognize we can get that optimism back. John O’Leary believes in showing up with everything you have and investing in those right in front of you. John is the author of On Fire and his latest book, IN AWE: Rediscover Your CHILDLIKE WONDER to Unleash INSPIRATION, MEANING, and JOY. John and Kevin discuss a beginner’s mindset and how that can help us find new solutions and build relationships – not just finish a task. Further, we can use difficult challenges as an opportunity to grow in compassion and empathy and find your true direction.
In this episode, John shares:
- What kids know that we don't.
- First time living.
- Loneliness and leadership.
This episode is brought to you by... Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin's free weekly e-newsletter. It's full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader. Learn more at https://kevineikenberry.com/UYRP
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + IN AWE: Rediscover Your CHILDLIKE WONDER to Unleash INSPIRATION, MEANING, and JOY by John O'Leary * Connect with John O'Leary:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- The Creative Curve with Allen Gannett.
- Never Stop Learning with Bradley Staats.
- Humor that Works with (An)Drew Tarvin.
The visual portion of any video is truly an important part of the message. And this is the case whether you are watching a YouTube Video or video conferencing with a colleague.
In this episode, I’m addressing five simple concerns that, once you address them, will help you make your webcam your friend – and thereby make your communication richer and more effective.
Tweet it out: Want better communication results and improved relationships when working remotely? Turn on your webcam. @KevinEikenberry
From This Episode:
- Visit The Remote Leadership Institute website for tips and resources for remote leaders and remote teams. Learn more at https://remoteleadershipinstitute.com/
I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but there’s a holiday for everything. Just do a quick Google search for “today’s holiday” and you’ll see what I mean… “If Pets Had Thumbs Day”…. Really?
But back to leadership here. In the video below, I am suggesting a “holiday” that will help you become a better leader and a better person.
I am suggesting that you make a National Commitment Day.
In the episode, I share some easy steps that you can take to celebrate this holiday. These steps will help you use this day as a way to re-focus your energy and actions to better reach your goals. Let’s get started!
Tweet it out: Declare today your Day of Commitment. Decide what you will commit to – and get started. @KevinEikenberry
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Are you innovative or do you leave that to other people? Tamara Ghandour discovered that innovation was something we all can do. Further, it’s not if we innovate, but how we innovate (we are all unique). Tamara created The Innovation Quotient Edge (IQE) (available on her website), which reveals your unique Everyday Innovator style and offers insight into how you bring your best self in everything you do. She is also the author of Innovation is Everybody’s Business: How to Ignite, Scale, & Sustain Innovation for Competitive Edge. Kevin and Tamara discuss different aspects of innovation, including human-centered vs. process centered innovation and whether you want to be better or different. They touch on why we struggle to see ourselves as innovators and how to build a team of innovators who make an impact.
In this episode, Tamara shares:
- Science and style to innovation.
- Triggers of innovation.
- How leaders create innovation.
- The importance of the open loop.
This episode is brought to you by... Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin's free weekly e-newsletter. It's full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Innovation is Everybody's Business: How to Ignite, Scale, and Sustain Innovation for Competitive Edge by Tamara Ghandour + Already Free: Buddhism Meets Psychotherapy on the Path of Liberation by Bruce Tift * Connect with Tamara Ghandour:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- Innovating Experiences at Work with Karen Jaw-Madson.
- Leading Through Disruption with Tony Hunter.
- Business Experimentation and Innovation with Stefan Thomke.
- The Innovation Stack with Jim McKelvey.
Focus can be a challenge for anyone working from home – whether you’ve been working remotely for years or are just finding yourself at home due to current events. It can be difficult to separate work and personal.
The good news is with just a few simple steps, you can maintain your focus, set boundaries, and be successful no matter where you’re working. Find out more in this episode!
Tweet it out: When you are working from home – be working – and then stop! Let everyone in the house know when you are doing each one. @KevinEikenberry
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Last week, we talked about confidence from the perspective of our own experience. You can watch that episode here.
Today we are going to look at confidence from a very different perspective. We are looking at it from the perspective of others.
I’m sharing the impact of confidence as well as a really simple equation that helps to illustrate for leaders how truly powerful confidence is to our success and that of those around us.
Once you’ve listened to the episode, let us know how your’re building confidence in your team members, family or friends! Give us a comment at info@kevineikenberry.com.
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Last week, we talked about confidence from the perspective of our own experience. You can watch that episode here.
Today we are going to look at confidence from a very different perspective. We are looking at it from the perspective of others.
I’m sharing the impact of confidence as well as a really simple equation that helps to illustrate for leaders how truly powerful confidence is to our success and that of those around us.
Once you’ve watched the video, let us know how your’re building confidence in your team members, family or friends! Leave us a comment below.
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There has been much research focused on what leaders need to be effective. Ryan Gottfredson asked, how do we capture the being element of leadership? In other words, what is the mindset? Ryan is a consultant, professor, and author of Success Mindsets: The Key to Unlocking Greater Success in Your Life, Work, & Leadership. Kevin and Ryan both agree that our mindsets fuel our thinking, learning, and behavior. Further, if you don’t have the right mindset, it is more difficult to build your skillsets. Ryan recognizes that logically we know a command and control system does not work and yet studies show 65% of employees want a new boss compared to more pay. He found leaders still struggle, despite the logic, because for most people, our mindsets are something we are not aware of. Ryan is offering a free assessment on his website so you can see where you stand. At the end of the day, we all have room for improvement and Ryan offers suggestions to help us get there.
In this episode, Ryan:
- Defines Mindset.
- Provides an overview of the 4 primary mindsets.
Remarkable Dialogue Ask yourself: What is your mindset?
This episode is brought to you by... 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin's book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Success Mindsets: Your Keys to Unlocking Greater Success in Your Life, Work and Leadership by Ryan Gottfredson + Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow * Connect with Ryan Gottfredson:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook
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We all know that it’s important to have a balanced diet – because what you put in impacts your health.
But have you thought about your reading diet? Because similarly, what you put in impacts your thinking.
In today’s video, I’m asking a few questions to help you discern how your reading “diet” is going and what you can do to balance and improve it.
Tweet it out: How closely does what you are reading map to your reading goals? @KevinEikenberry
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Dr. Wayne Baker has found that most people are willing to help, and most people don’t ask for what they need. This may be because we believe that others can help us, or it will make us appear weak. Wayne is a professor at the University of Michigan and the author of All You Have To Do Is Ask. Kevin and Wayne discuss the importance of asking both personally and professionally. Research shows that when we can ask for help, we are less frustrated at work (or home). We can find opportunities and talent. Further, it can make our teams more successful. He shares a four-step process of asking, starting with what is your goal? Leaders should be a chief help seeker and by working to change behaviors you can change your culture. He also shares thoughts on asking in communicating in a remote world.
In this episode, Wayne discusses 1. The reciprocity ring. 2. The law of giving and receiving. 3. SMART criteria.
This episode is brought to you by... Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin's free weekly e-newsletter. It's full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader. You can learn more at https://remarkablepodcast.com/UYRP
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + All You Have to Do is Ask by Dr. Wayne Baker + Old Man's War Series: (Old Man's War, The Ghost Brigades, The Last Colony, Zoe's Tale, The Human Division, The End of All Things) by John Scalzi * Connect with Dr. Wayne Baker:
Website
- How to Connect Meaningfully in a Virtual Meeting
- Chief Help Seeker
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If you're watching this episode when it originally airs, sports are front and center with the Super Bowl just around the corner.
So in this spirit, we are discussing a very popular sports phrase: playing to win.
And this week, we are turning the question around a bit and answering:
Can we take the idea of playing to win and apply it to work?
Tweet it out: Yes - you can have a sense of play and achieve serious results. In fact, I wonder if you can achieve at the highest levels without it. @KevinEikenberry
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As a leader of a team, you will most likely be asked to solve a problem. Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg found that we often move into solution mode before thinking about whether we are solving the right problem. He and Kevin sit down to talk about problem-solving and more specifically about reframing the problem. During research for his latest book, What’s Your Problem?, Thomas found that 85% of companies said they often struggle to solve the right problems. As a leader, you don’t have weeks or even days to resolve issues, and we need to be quicker solving the right problem first. Thomas shares examples and tips to help master the skill of reframing because to solve some of your toughest problems, you need to change the problem you solve.
In this episode, Thomas discusses 1. The importance of reframing. 2. Ways to reframe. 3. Role of team members in reframing.
This episode is brought to you by... 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin's book, Remarkable Leadership. Learn more at RemarkablePodcast.com/13days.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + What's Your Problem?: To Solve Your Toughest Problems, Change the Problems You Solve by Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg + Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen by Dan Heath + Think Like a Rocket Scientist: Simple Strategies You Can Use to Make Giant Leaps in Work and Life by Ozan Varol + Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems by Stephen M. Shapiro + The Age of Living Machines: How Biology Will Build the Next Technology Revolution by Susan Hockfield * Connect with Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg:
Website | Book Site
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There's an old song that I like by The Everly Brothers, When Will I Be Loved? Or perhaps you've heard the Linda Ronstadt version?
As a leader, this might be a question you've asked before - WHEN will I be loved? How do others feel about me as a leader? Am I making a difference? Am I having an impact of my team and organization?
And while these are valid questions that we will all likely have at one time or another, they are a bit misguided. Rather, we need to frame it and think about it another way.
Tweet it out: Our job as a leader isn't to be loved or even liked - but to be likable and work to build good working relationships. @KevinEikenberry
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Technology has given us access to information and people in the blink of an eye. We now have colleagues not only a time zone away, but an ocean away. As a leader, not only do you have to think about all usual leadership principles, you also must add another lens to work on the global level. This includes how you work with customers and vendors, and even things like what constitutes a contract. Melissa Lamson is CEO of Lamson Consulting and author of 6 books, including her latest, The New Global Manager: Learning to Manage Well in a Complex Business Environment. Melissa joins Kevin to discuss the global mindset and how it related to diversity and inclusion.
In this episode, Melissa
- Defines a global manager.
- Shares the OAR approach.
- Talks about the pros and cons of virtual communication.
This episode is brought to you by... From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin's Flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model. Learn more at https://remarkablepodcast.com/manager
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The New Global Manager: Learning to Manage Well in a Complex Business Environment by Melissa Lamson + Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success by Adam Grant * Connect with Melissa Lamson:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook
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Congratulations! You just landed a new leadership position, now go lead. Does this sound familiar? Many people have found themselves in this position and the answer to training was to observe their boss. This may work and is probably how your boss learned. However, according to Peter Economy, this “leadership training” becomes a downward spiral and the result is poor managers. This isn't intentional, and nevertheless, we know most people leave their jobs because of a bad boss. Peter is a best-selling author of over 100 books and joins Kevin to discuss his latest, Wait, I’m the Boss?!? Kevin and Peter discuss the transition of being an expert to a leader and some of the mistakes and difficulties new leaders face. At the end of the day, Peter advises to take control of your learning and find the resources and mentors that align with your goals.
In this episode, Peter shares his thoughts on 1. The biggest mistakes new leaders make. 2. Where you can start on your development. 3. Tips for recruiting and hiring your team.
This episode is brought to you by... Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin's free weekly e-newsletter. It's full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader. Learn more at https://remarkablepodcast.com/UYRP
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Wait, I'm the Boss?!?: The Essential Guide for New Managers to Succeed from Day One by Peter Economy + Aligning the Dots: The New Paradigm to Grow Any Business by Phillipe Bouissou * Connect with Peter Economy:
Website | LinkedIn | Twitter
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“You need to report to jury duty.”
Have you ever gotten a card with this message on it?
I have, and quite recently in fact. And during my time there, I got to thinking about those words: JURY DUTY. While many will look at it as a DUTY, I don’t think that the word accurately describe what is intended. Instead, I think it should be JURY SERVICE.
Check out this episode for my thoughts on duty versus service and more importantly, what these words mean to us as leaders.
Tweet it out: Focus on how you can serve today, not on what your duty requires. @KevinEikenberry
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Although we all try at times, we just can’t do it all nor can we do it alone. For our teams and organizations to become successful, we need to change this mindset. Kevin sits down with Dr. Eric George; hand surgeon, investor, philanthropist and author of We: Ditch the Me Mindset and Change the World. George recognized the importance of connection when he started treating patients from every background, ethnicity, age, and gender. He also realized in healthcare; you want the best outcome for your patient. This requires that I depend on you and you depend on me. It’s about WE. This translates to business. People want their leaders to care for them. Kevin and Dr. George talk about what he’s learned from medicine and how he expanded his reach.
In this episode, Dr. George discusses 1. The We mindset. 2. Perseverance through connectedness. 3. Work-Life balance.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + We: Ditch the Me Mindset and Change the World by Dr. Eric George + No Man's Land: Where Growing Companies Fail by Doug Tatum + Connected to Goodness: Manifest Everything You Desire in Business and Life by David Meltzer and Harrison Lebowitz * Connect with Dr. Eric George:
Website | LinkedIn | Instagram
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The Coronavirus is changing everything in our world. In this timely special episode, Kevin invites Wayne Turmel, his co-author of the Long-Distance Leader: Rules for Remarkable Remote Leadership for an off-the-cuff real and relevant conversation about the challenges with our current climate. This is a wide-ranging conversation filled with practical advice about how remote leaders and remote workers can succeed. They talk about how leaders (remote or otherwise) can communicate with individuals and teams during this time of uncertainty and share ideas to help now remote team members be more successful – and even more calm during the current situation.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Let Us Move Forward Together
If only. If only I had years of experience. If only I had the credentials. Jim McKelvey believes if we wait for the right moment to do things, the important things won’t get done. Jim is the co-founder of Square (which was inducted into the Museum of Modern Art in 2011) and author of The Innovation Stack: Building an Unbeatable Business One Crazy Idea at a Time. He shares the inspiration for his book and why he thinks the important stuff that we do are things that have not been done before. Jim recognizes most of the work done is a replicate of previous work. We take knowledge and go. This works (sometimes even great), it just doesn’t create anything new. However, when we work through solving a problem and keep solving the problems, wonderful things can happen, and the innovation evolves.
In this episode, Jim talks about 1. Moving through ideas, even with restrictions. 2. Components of the Innovation Stack. 3. The importance of a checklist.
This episode is brought to you by... Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin's free weekly e-newsletter. It's full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Innovation Stack: Building an Unbeatable Business One Crazy Idea at a Time by Jim McKelvey + Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman + Frenemies: The Epic Disruption of the Ad Business (and Everything Else) by Ken Auletta * Connect with Jim McKelvey:
LinkedIn | Twitter
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Leaders need to be good communicators. This doesn't mean that need to be constantly talking. Many leaders fall prey to this mistake - we'll talk about why it is a mistake, why it happens, and how to improve in this area.
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The legendary speaker and author, Jim Rohn, famously said:
“You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.”
The idea of who we are spending time with is an important concept to think about both as leaders and as humans. Do you know your answer or the answer of that for your team? In this episode, I’ll dive into this concept much further and give you even more think about.
Tweet it out: Jim Rohn said we are the average of the five people we spend the most time with. He is right. Who are you hanging’ with? @KevinEikenberry
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The happiest people are tackling big problems, not just complaining about them. Rosabeth Moss Kanter’s goal is to give folks the skills to move to action, whether personally or professionally. Rosabeth is the author or co-author of 20 books, including her most recent Think Outside the Building: How Advanced Leaders Can Change the World One Smart Innovation at a Time. Rosabeth and Kevin discuss change and innovation and she shares examples of folks moving ideas forward. The size of your idea does not need to be tied to the size of your bank account. Some big ideas grow with many small asks. She cautions that moving ideas are messy and those small asks help build your community. Not only does this community keep you going, but they can also offer perspective. Don’t be afraid to propose a new solution. Sometimes nothing happens. Sometimes that idea can grow and if you don’t act you will never know.
In this episode, Rosabeth discusses 1. What is “Outside the Building”. 2. Small asks. 3. Kanter’s Law (Roadblocks in the middle).
This episode is brought to you by... From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin's flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model. Learn more: https://remarkablepodcast.com/manager
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Think Outside the Building: How Advanced Leaders Can Change the World One Smart Innovation at a Time by Rosabeth Moss Kanter + Merchants of Truth: The Business of News and the Fight for Facts by Jill Abramson * Connect with Rosabeth Moss Kanter:
Website | Twitter | Facebook
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Wondering what your organization can do to deal with the challenges of coronavirus (COVID19)? I'm talking about how to prepare for productivity, rather than living in panic.
Additional Leadership Resources * Have more questions? Send them to us. * Schedule time with Wayne Turmel. * Planning Overcomes Panic: How to Prepare for More People Working from Home Due to the Coronavirus
Today I’m sharing a lesson about the dangers of comparisons. And to do that, I’m talking about my Dad’s mechanical aptitude and my “lack thereof”…
There are many dangers when we find ourselves in the comparison trap, and in the episode below, I’m sharing these dangers as well as what we need to be doing INSTEAD of comparing.
Tweet it out: Comparing your weaknesses to the great strengths of others is a losing endeavor. Strive to learn from, not try to emulate, others. @KevinEikenberry
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As a leader, you don’t just lead and/or manage, you are a teacher. At least you should be, according to Dr. Thomas DeLong. Tom is the Baker Foundation Professor of Management Practice in the Organizational Behavior unit at Harvard Business School and author of Teaching By Heart – One Professor’s Journey to Inspire. He joins Kevin and reflects on his experiences in both academia and managing. In his opinion, the best teachers are aware of the needs of their students/their employees. If you define your success on your list and the tasks accomplished, others will always come second. Leaders need to be authentic and empathetic, as well as modeling the behavior they want to see. For example, don’t just talk about your culture. Listen and connect with your team to build the culture and create moments of transformation.
In this episode, Tom shares his thoughts about 1. Leading and teaching. 2. Perspective on future leaders. 3. The idea of connecting and re-connecting.
This episode is brought to you by... 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin's book, Remarkable Leadership. Sign up by going to RemarkablePodcast.com/13days.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Teaching by Heart: One Professor's Journey to Inspire by Dr. Thomas J. DeLong + Praying for Sheetrock: A Work of Nonfiction by Melissa Faye Greene + Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom by David W. Blight + Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson * Connect with Thomas DeLong:
Website | Email
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How can we as leaders help our team members if they are feeling burned out?
As leaders, while we don’t like to admit it, we can sometimes be the cause of employee burnout.
The good news is that while we might be the cause (or at least a small part of it), we can ALSO BE the solution.
Because as a leader, it’s our responsibility to understand its existence and help reduce it.
And in today’s episode, I am giving you specific tips to help you do just that.
Tweet it out: Employee burnout is real. As a leader you have a responsibility to understand its existence and help reduce it if you want higher productivity and commitment. @KevinEikenberry
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Burnout levels at work are on the rise. Bruce Daisley found that folks were quitting their jobs with no plan because the uncertainty was better than their current situation. Bruce is the author of Eat, Sleep, Work, Repeat: 30 Hacks for Bringing Joy to Your Job. He shares with Kevin that seeing unhappiness at work firsthand led him to want to figure out how people could connect with their jobs again. At the end of the day, regardless of where you work and your title, satisfaction from doing a good job is the same. Leaders need to get real about burnout. Bruce’s hacks are a result of science, research, data, and psychology. He shares what he discovered and offers examples to help give our work more meaning and find that joy.
In this episode, Bruce shares ideas about 1. The digital sabbath ad norms of engagement. 2. Social meetings. 3. Depersonalizing criticism and feedback.
This episode is brought to you by... Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin's free weekly e-newsletter. It's full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Eat Sleep Work Repeat: 30 Hacks for Bringing Joy to Your Job by Bruce Daisley + Lost Connections: Why You’re Depressed and How to Find Hope by Johann Hari * Connect with Bruce Daisley:
Website | Twitter
- Johann Hari: Everything You Think You Know About Addiction is Wrong | Ted Talk
- Johann Hari: This Could Be Why You're Depressed or Anxious | Ted Talk
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In today’s episode, I’m finding a leadership lesson from a question that my wife asked me recently about one of my favorite things.
Her co-worker asked for recommendations on brands of tea to try and since I am a serious tea lover, Lori knew that I would have an answer.
What does tea have to do with leadership? Find out in this episode!
Tweet it out: The best leaders remember they are leading individuals, not just people. @KevinEikenberry
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Four-hundred years ago Francis Bacon presented the scientific method, where the workhorse is the experiment. Now is the time we move experimentation beyond an engineering process. We need to think about it as a corporate discipline. Kevin is joined by Stefan Thomke to discuss his latest book, Experimentation Works: The Surprising Power of Business Experiments. Leaders face uncertainty throughout their organizations. This includes the rollout of new products to customer satisfaction to marketing. They need to move past their prejudice, bias, and observations and test against reality for greater success. Stefan shares examples of large-scale experiments and why he thinks this should be mainstream in all businesses.
In this episode, Stefan discusses 1. Business experimentation and examples. 2. Myths of experimentation. 3. Cause and effect.
This episode is brought to you by... Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential, Kevin's free weekly e-newsletter. It's full of articles and resources to help you become a more confident and successful leader. You can sign up at https://remarkablepodcast.com/UYRP
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Experimentation Works: The Surprising Power of Business Experiments by Stefan H. Thomke + Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman * Connect with Stefan Thomke:
Website | LinkedIn
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Not the State of the Union, but something I know much more about - The State of Leadership Development! Like the President does for our country, I will talk about where we are, but more important where we are headed in developing leaders.
Remarkable Way: https://kevineikenberry.com/way
As a leader, there is a lot on our shoulders and much is asked of us. In my blog posts, emails, articles and even here in this series, I remind you regularly of the responsibilities that we have as leaders.
But today, I’m not talking about any of that. I am talking about encouragement and I’m giving it to…YOU.
Tweet it out: Everyone needs encouragement, even you. Hold your head up knowing you are encouraged by someone (and if you don’t know who, assume it is me), today. @KevinEikenberry
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How can you build as much life into the time that you have? Tom Rath thought about this as he was writing his latest book, Life’s Great Question: Discover How You Best Contribute to the World. Tom is also the author of How Full is Your Bucket StrengthFinders 2.0 and recently co-founded a publishing company. He told Kevin looking at your strengths is a good starting point for personal reflection. The challenge becomes how you put your strengths into the world. Tom asks us to think about how we contribute to our teams because that may be far more effective than talent. He discusses the Contribify model and explains that when we work with our teams and set expectations of how each of us will contribute, we will have greater success.
In this episode, Tom shares 1. Contribify Model. 2. Level setting contributions and remote teams. 3. Advice to leaders about questions and listening.
This episode is brought to you by... 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin's book, Remarkable Leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Life's Great Question: Discover How You Contribute to the World by Tom Rath + No Time for Spectators: The Lessons That MatteredMost From West Point to the West Wing by David Epstein + Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein * Connect with Tom Rath:
Website | Twitter | Contribify | Silicon Guild
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Today I'm talking about avoiding conflict and why it's a mistake.
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Every day we make about 35,000 decisions and we know not all of these are conscious. However, some of them are and some of them are about the opportunities around us. Kim Lorenz founded two companies starting at age 26 with no backing or funding, built and ran them successfully, and sold them to Fortune 500 companies before he was 47. Further, he is the author of Tireless: Key Principles that Drive Success Beyond Business School. Kim discusses his journey of seeing things that were in plain view. He shares his personal stories and examples and offers advice about establishing and leading any type of company.
In this episode, Kim and Kevin discuss 1. 20/20 business vision. 2. Unsolved problems. 3. Naysayers and persistence.
This episode is brought to you by... 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, a free leadership video series based on Kevin's book, Remarkable Leadership. Learn More at remarkablepodcast.com/13days
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Tireless: Key Principles that Drive Success Beyond Business School by Kim Lorenz + The Unlikely Governor: An American Immigrant’s Journey from Wartime Germany to the Federal Reserve Board by Robert Heller * Connect with Kim Lorenz:
Website | Facebook | LinkedIn
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There are lots of common leadership mistakes. In this episode of my ongoing series, I'm talking about leaders not wanting to make any waves - and answering your questions too.
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“We need better communication.”
“We need more communication.”
“We’re having communication issues.”
Better organizational communication is a universal need and a universal challenge and I have a really valuable lever that will improve your organizational communication. Learn more in this episode.
Tweet it out: Every leader is a conduit of communication both directions – to their team, and to more senior leadership. @KevinEikenberry
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A community is a group of people who get together for a shared mission and are a network of experiences. Yet, it’s hard work to get build these communities. Jono Bacon is the author of People Powered: How Communities Can Supercharge Your Business, Brand, and Team. He joins Kevin to discuss why and how you bring people together. You can have communities within your organization and communities designed to build up your organization. Communities have the potential to grow your reputation, reduce customer service issues, produce content, and provide meaningful relationships with your customers. Jono shares examples of how to build a community and emphasizes that individuals want a sense of belonging and want do know they are doing meaningful work, so when building your community you need to define the value for the individual and the value for your organization.
In this episode, Jono looks at 1. Types of communities. 2. Phases of the community journey. 3. Business integration and communities.
This episode is brought to you by... From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin's flagship workshop, based on his proven leadership model.
Learn More Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + People Powered: How Communities Can Supercharge Your Business, Brand, and Teams by Jono Bacon + The First 90 Days: Proven Strategies for Getting Up to Speed Faster and Smarter by Michael Watkins + Thinking About It Only Makes It Worse: And Other Lessons from Modern Life by David Mitchell * Connect with Jono Bacon:
Website | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram
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Today we are talking about a leadership mistake - why it happens, why it is a mistake and how to correct. Tune in, ask your questions - and tell me the mistakes you want me to address in the future.
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This is the 300th episode of Remarkable TV and when we recorded the video, the World Series was just getting started in the United States. So, it seemed that talking a little baseball and averages was an appropriate topic.
Now, don’t worry. This isn’t really a baseball lesson. This is a lesson for leaders and it’s one that you won’t want to miss.
Tweet it out: The very best baseball players fail 70% of their times at bat. Given that, should you be taking more swings? @KevinEikenberry
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We use analogies all the time when we look at developing talent in our organizations. Zach Thomas is not only a farmer, but he grows people as well. Zach is a West Point grad., served as an Army Ranger instructor, and a college pastor. Today, Zach is the owner/operator of a Chick-fil-A franchise and author of Leader Farming: Growing Leaders to Grow Your Business. He had an “aha” moment when he looked at his leadership approach. He recognized the tough guy approach nor the love everybody and they will do the right thing approach were working. Zach and Kevin discuss the need for standards and boundaries in leadership. Zach shares a leadership strategy to balance results and relationships. This strategy addresses engagement, turn-over, and development of your team. Zach believes leaders should make a difference in the lives of their team and grow them to be the best version of themselves.
In this episode, Zach discusses 1. F.A.R.M. Strategy. 2. Seasonal growth mindset. 3. Embracing turnover.
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Learn More Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Leader Farming: Growing Leaders to Grow Your Business by Zach Thomas and Jared Stump + A Language of Healing for a Polarized Nation: Creating safe environments for conversations about race, politics, sexuality, and religion by Wayne Jacobsen, Arnita Willis Taylor, Robert "Bob" L. Prater * Connect with Zach Thomas:
Website | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- How to Be a Talent Magnet with Mark Miller.
- Creating Culture - Lessons from Chick-fil-a with Steve Robinson.
- Turning Culture into Competitive Advantage with Jeff Grimshaw.
Another challenge accepted as I will connect chicken soup with leadership - and have some fun doing it!
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Words are powerful and when we use the right words in the right situations, they can have a huge impact in our ability to be effective as leaders.
Today, we are diving deep into a word that seems innocent, but might not be when we are aware of how we are using it.
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Words are powerful and when we use the right words in the right situations, they can have a huge impact in our ability to be effective as leaders.
Today, we are diving deep into a word that seems innocent, but might not be when we are aware of how we are using it.
Tweet it out: Be careful with the word ‘actually’. When you put it in front of a statement of good performance, it shows your underlying belief. Need an example? “They actually did a good job.” See what I mean? @KevinEikenberry From This Episode:
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Customer Service…if we aren’t serving external folks, we are definitely serving internal people. Micah Solomon is the author of Ignore Your Customers (and They’ll Go Away): The Simple Playbook For Delivering The Ultimate Customer Service Experience. Micah joins Kevin to discuss the role customer service plays within your organization. Micah is also known as the customer service turnaround expert and works with companies to help them get back to basics. Organizations need to recognize that are serving both their external customers as well as their employees and vendors. If your Yelp review looks good, yet your Glassdoor rating isn’t great, chances are you will soon lose your customers. Micah shares stories of organizations doing it right, whether it be a “wow” or an authentic experience.
In this episode, Micah discusses 1. Customer service culture. 2. Hiring for customer service (WETCO). 3. The power of WOW.
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Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Ignore Your Customers (and They'll Go Away): The Simple Playbook for Delivering the Ultimate Customer Service Experience by Micah Solomon + Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout + Growing a Business by Paul Hawken * Learn more about Ignore Your Customers (And They'll Go Away). * Connect with Micah Solomon:
Website | Twitter | LinkedIn
- Related Podcast Episodes:
- Delivering Innovative Service with Chip Bell.
- Leadership and Legendary Service with Vicki Halsey.
- Turning Culture into Competitive Advantage with Jeff Grimshaw.
Consider this the gift of mindset! I'm giving you a new thought about the value of experience today - it is valuable for us as leaders and in all other roles in our life. You know experience can be useful, but you may have never thought about it this way.
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These days, there is no shortage of communication tools at our fingertips - literally. And while this means that it is easier than ever to communicate with one another, it doesn't necessarily mean that we are communicating better. In fact, some might argue that we are getting worse at communicating.
So, today I am going to remind us all of a powerful, but often forgotten communication tool that we should all be using more frequently.
Tweet it out: Want to communicate with impact? Send a handwritten note. @KevinEikenberry
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Leadership and communication go hand in hand and most organizations are looking to improve communications with their teams. Jack Modzelewski is the author of Talk is Chief: Leadership, Communication and Credibility in a High-Stakes World and joins Kevin to discuss culture, communication, storytelling, and crisis management. Whether they realize it or not, Jack believes leaders are chief credibility officers. They create the communication culture in the organization. Leaders need to be themselves and bring all their experiences into communication, regardless of level. This is especially true in times of crisis or change. Executive communication should not only address the change but should include milestones and personal benefit.
In this episode, Jack shares his thoughts on 1. Storytelling and sizzle. 2. Listening and communication. 3. Change communication. 4. Crisis management.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Talk is Chief: Leadership, Communication and Credibility in a High-Stakes World by Jack Modzelewski + Two Paths: America Divided or United by John Kasich + Principles by Ray Dalio * Learn more about Jack Modzelewski. * This episode is sponsored by From Manager to Remarkable Leader, Kevin's flagship workshop based on his proven leadership model. Learn more at remarkablepodcast.com/manager * Related Podcast Episodes: + Communicate Like a Leader with Dianna Booher. + Practical Storytelling for Leaders with Sandy Coletta. + The Excellence Dividend with Tom Peters.
Leadership and... keys? Yes, challenged to make the connection, I am doing just that in this episode.
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It’s a wonderful world that we live in, don’t you think?
Yes, yes, I know that it’s not perfect. There is crime, there is conflict, there is disease, there is…lots that isn’t great.
AND…there is a lot more that IS great. In today’s episode, I’m sharing why it often seems like things are so much worse than they really are and what you can do to focus on the positive that is all around us.
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Often, when organizations talk about agility, they are looking at their tactical agility. General Charles Jacoby and Leo Tilman are the authors of Agility: How to Navigate the Unknown and Seize Opportunity in a World of Disruption. They join Kevin to discuss how a retired 4-star general and an expert on finance and strategy joined forces to assess agility in organizations. They recognize it is more than just having the right people doing the right job but being purposeful and decisive in initiatives. They also understand, there is a certain amount of risk associated with the unknown and risk intelligence is crucial for you and your leaders to develop an understanding of the factors that can impact your organization.
In this episode, Jacoby and Tilman share 1. Their definition of agility and why it is more than a buzzword. 2. The difference between strategic and tactical agility. 3. The risk formula.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Agility: How to Navigate the Unknown and Seize Opportunity in a World of Disruption by Leo Tilman and General Charles Jacoby + Grant by Ron Chernow + Top Brain, Bottom Brain: Surprising Insights into How You Think by Stephen Kosslyn and G. Wayne Miller + Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman + The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion by Jonathan Haidt * Improve your leadership in just 13 days with our video series 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Related Podcast Episodes: + Lessons from a Major General with Major General David Bassett. + Building a Powerful Culture with Patty McCord. + The Power of Corporate Culture with Chris Dyer. + Strategic Thinking for Leaders with Rich Horwath.
Often, when organizations talk about agility, they are looking at their tactical agility. General Charles Jacoby and Leo Tilman are the authors of Agility: How to Navigate the Unknown and Seize Opportunity in a World of Disruption. They join Kevin to discuss how a retired 4-star general and an expert on finance and strategy joined forces to assess agility in organizations. They recognize it is more than just having the right people doing the right job but being purposeful and decisive in initiatives. They also understand, there is a certain amount of risk associated with the unknown and risk intelligence is crucial for you and your leaders to develop an understanding of the factors that can impact your organization.
In this episode, Jacoby and Tilman share 1. Their definition of agility and why it is more than a buzzword. 2. The difference between strategic and tactical agility. 3. The risk formula.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Agility: How to Navigate the Unknown and Seize Opportunity in a World of Disruption by Leo Tilman and General Charles Jacoby + Grant by Ron Chernow + Top Brain, Bottom Brain: Surprising Insights into How You Think by Stephen Kosslyn and G. Wayne Miller + Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman + The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion by Jonathan Haidt * Improve your leadership in just 13 days with our video series 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Related Podcast Episodes: + Lessons from a Major General with Major General David Bassett. + Building a Powerful Culture with Patty McCord. + The Power of Corporate Culture with Chris Dyer. + Strategic Thinking for Leaders with Rich Horwath.
I get challenged to connect leadership to everyday items or ideas. Today I am accepting the challenge to connect leadership and coffee cups. We'll have some fun and I will share some important lessons for leaders.
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The squeaky wheel gets the oil or so it goes. And while it seems like everyone is so negative these days, that’s not really the case. Unfortunately, the negative ones are often the loudest and have the biggest consequences as a result – increased stress and decreased productivity just to name a few!
In this episode, I am going to ask five questions to help you in thinking about and managing the negative personalities in your life.
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The squeaky wheel gets the oil or so it goes. And while it seems like everyone is so negative these days, that’s not really the case. Unfortunately, the negative ones are often the loudest and have the biggest consequences as a result – increased stress and decreased productivity just to name a few!
In this episode, I am going to ask five questions to help you in thinking about and managing the negative personalities in your life.
Tweet it out: Don’t judge the negativity of others, rather be a positive influence and example yourself. @KevinEikenberry From This Episode:
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Kevin counts down the most downloaded episodes of 2019. As he recounts each episode, he shares his thoughts on why the conversation was valuable and who may find the most value in the discussion.
Additional Leadership Resources * Related Podcast Episodes: + The Making of a Manager with Julie Zhou. + Leading on the Football Field and in Your Field with Michael Lombardi. + Leading Customer Loyalty with Sandy Rogers. + Scaling Leadership with Robert J. Anderson. + How to Think Like Amazon with John Rossman. + The Connectors Advantage with Michelle Tillis Lederman. + Making Meetings Matter with Elise Keith. + Brave New Work with Aaron Dignan. + Great Leaders Have No Rules with Kevin Kruse. + Proving Your Competence with Jack Nasher.
In this holiday season, we think a lot about gratitude. Here are four ways that you can show your gratitude as a leader.
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I often get this question from leaders – both new and seasoned alike: Should we be friends with our teammates or not?
And while it’s certainly a valid and good question, my answer is to flip it and instead…
Make RELATEDNESS your goal.
What does that mean?
Leaders at all levels understand you achieve success when you manage for both performance and health. But, how to do you change your organization to achieve that success? Kevin is joined by Bill Schaninger, co-author of Beyond Performance 2.0: A Proven Approach to Leading Large Scale Change and a Senior Partner at McKinsey. Bill and his colleagues found that the companies struggling focused on quarterly earnings. To succeed organizations should place equal emphasis on not only making money but how they make it. The change management strategies Bill shares are based on more than 5 million data points drawn from 2,000 companies globally over 15 years. He recognizes that you need people inside to change, so effective change leaders first create a clear and compelling change story.
In this episode, Bill talks about 1. How we help people see the change as personal. 2 Organizational health index. 3. How to use these ideas if you are a middle manager or lead a small company?
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Beyond Performance 2.0: A proven Approach to Leading Large-Scale Change with Scott Keller by Bill Schaninger + The Book of Trees: Visualizing Branches of Knowledge by Manuel Lima * Improve your leadership in just 13 days with our video series 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Related Podcast Episodes: + Lessons for Marketing (and Change) Leaders with Thomas Barta. + Leading Change Intelligently with Barbara Trautlein. + Helping People Change with Melvin Smith.
What habits help people be a more effective leader? We will talk about some of those, and answer any questions you have.
My series on leadership from unlikely sources continues today and it includes something we likely see every day – a mirror!
Here are four reasons why I love this metaphor of mirrors as it relates to leaders.
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My series on leadership from unlikely sources continues today and it includes something we likely see every day – a mirror!
Here are four reasons why I love this metaphor of mirrors as it relates to leaders.
Tweet it out: The self-aware leader is a better leader. Look for ways to understand yourself better each day – just like you look in the mirror to see your external appearance. @KevinEikenberry
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Managers have the opportunity and the responsibility to lead. Lisa Haneberg joins Kevin to discuss the 2nd edition of 10 Steps to Be A Successful Manager. Lisa recognizes people in the middle get it done and “manager” is not a negative word it is a job. Leadership is when you step up and do what others aren’t doing. Lisa wrote this second edition, not because leadership and management have changed, but the way we convey the messages have changed. The second edition is also aligned with ATD survey-based research on social skills. She shares practical ways to become a successful manager, like tapping into your team’s intrinsic motivation and being ready to flex as the normal, chaotic business happens.
In this episode, Lisa discusses 1. Clear behavioral expectations. 2. Team agility. 3. Accountability vs. Engagement.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + 10 Steps to Be a Successful Manager by Lisa Haneberg + Dead Pelican by Lisa Haneberg + The New Wild: Why Invasive Species Will Be Nature's Salvation by Fred Pearce * Follow Lisa Haneberg on: Twitter * and
. * Learn more about Lisa Haneberg. * Improve your leadership in just 13 days with our video series 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Related Podcast Episodes: + Management Mess to Leadership Success with Scott Jeffrey Miller. + The Making of a Manager with Julie Zhuo. + The Excellence Dividend with Tom Peters. + Creating Leadership Flex with Jane Hyun.
You either work remotely, lead people who work remotely, or know someone who does one or the other. If that is you, join me. If not, share with the remote workers and leaders you know. I'm sharing important keys to greater success - and answering questions about being a great remote teammate.
Believe it or not, two viewers issued me the same challenge this week – asking me to compare leadership to SHOES!
Tweet it out: Strive to be a leader people love as much as their favorite pair of shoes. @KevinEikenberry
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We currently live in a low trust culture. And we know trust is important for leaders, in good times and in times of stress, disruption, and turn-around. Kevin is joined by Joel Peterson, Chairman of JetBlue Airways, Founding Partner of Peterson Partners, and author of The 10 Laws of Trust. Joel shares some of those laws of trust and understands that organizations succeed when leaders and colleagues trust each other. Instead of worrying about micromanaging, jealousy, and office politics, teams are more creative and have a positive impact on the bottom line.
In this episode, Joel shares 1. Organizational levels of trust. 2. The connection between expectations and trust. 3. The role of respectful conflict and trust. 4. How to fix a breach of trust.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Ten Laws of Trust by Joel Peterson + Condoleezza Rice: A Memoir of My Extraordinary, Ordinary Family and Me by Condaleezza Rice + Churchill: Walking with Destiny by Andrew Roberts * Follow Joel Peterson on: Twitter * and
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- Related Podcast Episodes:
- Change Starts Within You with Cortney McDermott.
- It All Matters with Paul Cummings.
- Leadership Character with Pat Williams.
I'm talking about vulnerability - it is an important leadership topic that no one likes to talk about. That seems like a good reason to talk about it!
In this episode, I am taking on the challenge brought to me by a viewer answering the question:
How are leaders like napkins?
Seem impossible? Think again! 😉
Tweet it out: Hey leader – how can you protect your team from harm and stress today? @KevinEikenberry From This Episode:
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You know those good days. You wake up energized and confident. You cross stuff off your list, have productive meetings, make good decisions. In short, you are your best self. The question becomes how do you bring your best self every day? Amy Jen Su is the author of The Leader You Want to Be: Five Essential Principles for Bringing Out Your Best Self—Every Day. She joins Kevin to discuss both the principles that bring out our best and the pitfalls that trap us. If we get caught up in “doing” and let the demands of life take over before we can connect to ourselves, we not only impact our best self but our team and our culture.
In this episode, Amy discusses the 1. Four pitfalls of doing. 2. Five principles to bring out your best self.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Leader You Want to Be: Five Essential Principles for Bringing Out Your Best Self--Every Day by Amy Jen Su + Tribal Leadership: Leveraging Natural Groups to Build a Thriving Organization by Dave Logan + The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld * Learn more about The Leader You Want to Be. * Learn more about Paravis Partners. * Learn more about our workshop, Coaching with Confidence. * Improve your leadership in just 13 days with our video series 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Related Podcast Episodes: + Learning to Lead with Ron Williams. + Flourishing as a Leader and Coach with Lisa Zigarmi. + Never Stop Learning with Bradley Staats. + The Leader Habit with Martin Lanik. + The Power of Deliberate Practice with Robert Pool.
I’m excited to announce The Encore Video Series – a special series that I will be releasing here that addresses these unanswered questions. These questions are some of the most common obstacles we face when it comes to successfully developing leaders in our organization, and I’ll be providing practical and actionable advice in each episode.
In today’s episode, I am answering this question:
“Can 1 hour per month change my leadership future?”
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I’m excited to announce The Encore Video Series – a special series that I will be releasing here that addresses these unanswered questions. These questions are some of the most common obstacles we face when it comes to successfully developing leaders in our organization, and I’ll be providing practical and actionable advice in each episode.
In today’s episode, I am answering this question:
“How do I gain confidence in my leadership role?”
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According to Micah Rowland, success starts with your people. As COO of Fountain, a software company that sources, screens, and onboards workers, Micah is a builder of teams, processes, and people. He joins Kevin to discuss hiring and retaining talent. To get the best from your team, they need to feel secure and understand failure is OK (provided you learn from it). Micah discusses the need for clear criteria for position descriptions and processes to hire. You want to make sure you are comparing apples to apples. The magic to leadership is changing the resources to benefit not only the employee but the organization.
In this episode, Micah shares 1. Mistakes in the hiring process. 2. Role of assessments. 3. Advice to attract and retain talent.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Sources of the Self: The Making of the Modern Identity by Charles Taylor * Follow Micah Rowland and Fountain on: Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. * Related Podcast Episodes: + Getting - and Keeping - the Right People with Caroline Stokes. + How to Be a Talent Magnet with Mark Miller. + Connecting Your Company Culture with Your Brand with Denise Lee Yohn. + The Leader's Role in Employee Engagement with Michael Lee Stallard. * Learn more about Fountain. * Learn more about our workshop, From Manager to Remarkable Leader. * Improve your leadership in just 13 days with our video series 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership.
I’m excited to announce The Encore Video Series – a special series that I will be releasing here that addresses these unanswered questions. These questions are some of the most common obstacles we face when it comes to successfully developing leaders in our organization, and I’ll be providing practical and actionable advice in each episode.
In today’s episode, I am answering this question:
“How Do I Get Executive Buy-In for My Leadership Initiatives?”
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I’m excited to announce The Encore Video Series – a special series that I will be releasing here on the podcast and that addresses these unanswered questions. These questions are some of the most common obstacles we face when it comes to successfully developing leaders in our organization, and I’ll be providing practical and actionable advice in each episode.
In today’s episode, I am answering this question:
“How do you measure the impact of leadership development initiatives?”
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How do you show up for work? For home? Anese Cavanaugh believes we have the choice of how we show up, so we have the power. She is the creator of the IEP Method® (Intentional Energetic Presence®), and author of CONTAGIOUS CULTURE: Show Up, Set the Tone, and Intentionally Create an Organization That Thrives. Anese and Kevin talk about the leadership assets that are as important if not more so than the “hard skills.” These include intentions, energy, presence, self-care, and service mindset. When you have awareness of your leadership presence, you increase your credibility and the power to influence others.
In this episode, Anese discusses 1. IEP Method®. 2. Why we are contagious. 3. Self-care.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Contagious You: Unlock Your Power to Influence, Lead, and Create the Impact You Want by Anese Cavanaugh + I Am That by Nisargadatta Maharaj (Author), Translated by Maurice Frydman (Author), Sudhakar S. Dikshit (Editor) * Related Podcast Episodes: + Learning Leadership with Jim Kouzes. + Doing Great Work with Michael Bungay Stanier. + Leading While Living Your Life with Sue Ritchie. + Leadership From the Inside Out with Kevin Cashman. + How to be Great at Work with Morten Hansen. * Learn more about Anese Cavanaugh. * Learn more about The IEP Method® (Intentional Energetic Presence®). * Improve your leadership in just 13 days with our video series 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership.
I’m excited to announce The Encore Video Series – a special series that I will be releasing here on the podcast and that addresses these unanswered questions. These questions are some of the most common obstacles we face when it comes to successfully developing leaders in our organization, and I’ll be providing practical and actionable advice in each episode.
In today’s episode, I am answering this question:
“How do I teach and learn mindset?”
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Last week, over 500 leaders in organizations all around the world joined me for my webinar titled, Why It Takes More Than Skills to Be a Remarkable Leader. And at the end of the webinar, we had a lot of great questions that we were unable to get to before our time ran out.
But…as everyone knows, the encore is the best part.
And that’s why I’m excited to announce The Encore Video Series – a special series that I will be releasing here on the blog and that addresses these unanswered questions. These questions are some of the most common obstacles we face when it comes to successfully developing leaders in our organization, and I’ll be providing practical and actionable advice in each video.
In today’s video, I am answering this question:
“What do I do if there are conflicting mindsets on my team?”
It all comes down to influence. Check out the video to learn more.
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Sometimes, it’s all about reframing your perspective. Kevin is joined by Ron Williams, former Chairman and CEO of Aetna Inc. and author of Learning to Lead: The Journey to Leading Yourself, Leading Others, and Leading an Organization. Not only do they discuss decision-making and problem-solving, but Ron also shares practical examples of how you can help your team reform and reframe problems for success. Not only will you be able to build skills, but you can also change the culture of your organization. Leadership is about self-awareness and asking how you can lead yourself to get to where you want to go.
In this episode, Ron shares thoughts and strategies around 1. Reframing problems. 2. Decision-making and facts. 3. Two up and two down.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Learning to Lead: the Journey to Leading Yourself, Leading Others and Leading an Organization by Ron Williams + Churchill: Walking with Destiny by Andrew Roberts * Related Podcast Episodes: + Mission-Driven Leadership with Mark Bertolini. + Stategic Thinking for Leaders with Rich Horwath. + The CEO Next Door with Elena Botelho. + Leading the Dollar General Way with Cal Turner, Jr.. + Making Better Decisions with Mike Whitaker. * Learn more about Ron Williams. * Improve your leadership in just 13 days with our video series 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership.
As leaders, we are faced with many scary situations – having difficult conversations, firing someone, making a tough decision…the list goes on and on.
And in today’s episode, I am going to share one simple technique to help you overcome any scary or difficult situation that you might find yourself in.
Tweet it out: What are you scared of today? Remember that action is the cure for fear. @KevinEikenberry
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Despite some opinions, you can find joy at work. After all, your team is working together to accomplish a common goal and when you succeed you should feel happy. Melanie Katzman joins Kevin to take away the excuses that we can feel good and do our best at work. Melanie is a clinical psychologist and author of Connect First – 52 Simple Ways to Ignite Success, Meaning, and Joy at Work. She has structured these simple, actionable ideas moving from respect to leveraging your impact to connect you to your organization to your community. By creating bonds, you enhance productivity and impact just more than the bottom line.
In this episode, Melanie shares examples of ways to connect including 1. The importance of “got it.” 2. The value of sitting back. 3. Why we should eat together.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Connect First: 52 Simple Ways to Ignite Success, Meaning, and Joy at Work by Melanie Katzman + Einstein's Business: Engaging Soul, Imagination, and Excellence in the Workplace Edited by Dawson Church * Related Podcast Episodes: + Day One Leadership with Drew Dudley. + Leading with Joy with Richard Sheridan. + How to Be Great at Work with Morten Hansen. + The Power of Deliberate Practice with Robert Pool. * Learn more about Katzman Consulting. * Connect with Melanie Katzman on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
It is an age-old question that I have been asked hundreds of times. Are leaders made or born?
I'll give you my answer, my rationale, and why it matters to you!
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Today’s episode is the result of a challenge that I issued earlier this year – asking viewers to give me a word, any word, that I would then tie back to leadership.
And today, I am comparing leadership and airplanes.
Tweet it out: Leaders, like airplanes, need maintenance and constant care to operate at peak effectiveness. Are you taking care of yourself as a leader? @KevinEikenberry
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Whether you care to admit it, you have struggled. Whether it be school, in a relationship, or professionally. It is these challenges we face and how we overcome them that define who we are and offer perspective. Kevin sits down with Bobby Herrera, co-founder and CEO of the Populus Group and author of The Gift of Struggle: Life-Changing Lessons About Leading. Bobby understands that struggle precedes our transformation. That still does not make the struggle any easier. Bobby and Kevin discuss how we reframe the way we think about struggle and use to help us lead. He shares stories from his leadership journey and challenges us to share our stories (regardless of our level) to give our team the why; to connect. Now you all can figure out the how together.
In this episode, Bobby discusses: 1. Struggle. 2. Getting to the culture you want. 3. Importance of coaches and mentors. 4. A leader’s role in development.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Gift of Struggle by Bobby Herrera + Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari * Leading with Joy with Richard Sheridann. * Mission-Driven Leadership with Mark Bertolini. * Leading the Dollar General Way with Cal Turner, Jr.. * Leading with Clarity with Brad Deuster. * Helping People Change with Melvin Smith. * Learn more about Bobby Herrera. * Connect with Bobby Herrera on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
In this episode I'm talking about the relationship between power and leadership - and no politics!
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We held our family reunion this year at my farm in Michigan, and like many of the events in my life this summer (and always), there are many leadership lessons that I took away. Learn more in this episode.
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Data shows that by 2030, 75% of the workforce will be made up of individuals born between 1981-1996. We often refer to this generation as Millennials and they are often described as lazy and entitled. Chris Tuff is the author of The Millennial Whisperer: The Practical, Profit-Focused Playbook for Working With and Motivating the World’s Largest Generation. He joins Kevin to discuss how this workforce is not different from previous generations, however because of their experiences, like when they were introduced to technology, they are requiring change. Leaders need to use millennials to become better equipped for the future; to make those changes that will lead to the future success of the organization.
In this episode, Chris shares 1. Importance of stereotyping a generation. 2. The 70/30 rule. 3. Advice to keep millennials engaged at work
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Millennial Whisperer: The Practical, Profit-Focused Playbook for Working With and Motivating the World's Largest Generation by Chris Tuff + The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah + 48 Days to the Work You Love: Preparing for the New Normal by Dan Miller * Turning Culture into Competitive Advantage with Jeff Grimshaw. * How to Be a Talent Magnet with Mark Miller. * Learn more about The Millennial Whisperer. * Connect with Chris Tuff on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. * Learn more about DISC Personality Testing * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
I've been writing about leadership, coaching leaders, and leading for a long time. Maybe it makes sense to step back to the fundamentals. What is leadership anyway? I'll answer that and any other questions you have.
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In a daily email that I send, I asked everyone to send me their favorite ice cream flavors. And I learned A LOT about ice cream – particularly that there are lots of flavors, people LOVE ice cream and they are very particular about what and why they like it. But I also learned a lot about relationships and leadership from this very simple exercise.
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If you lead a department, a team, or a person (or family), you have probably had a coaching moment. Kevin is joined by Melvin Smith, co-author of Helping People Change: Coaching with Compassion for Lifelong Learning and Growth. Often, we coach to fix something or fill a learning gap. When we coach for compliance, however, we trigger a physiological response that leads to defensiveness and our feedback works against us. Melvin believes we need to start with the person and find out what they want to do/be. We want to trigger a positive physiological response, which opens people up to more creative thinking and sustainable change.
In this episode, Melvin discusses 1. Coaching vs. helping. 2. Emotional attractors. 3. Personal vision statements and balance sheets.
Remarkable Dialogue Ask yourself: Are you coaching for compliance or with compassion?
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Helping People Change: Coaching with Compassion for Lifelong Learning and Growth by Melvin Smith + The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho + Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City by Matthew Desmond + Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts by Brené Brown * The Feedback Revolution with Margie Mauldin. * A Future Lens on Leadership with Bob Johansen. * The Master Coach with Gregg Thompson. * Flourishing as a Leader and Coach with Lisa Zigarmi. * Learn more about Case Western Reserve University's Coaching Research Laboratory. * Follow the Weatherhead School on Twitter and Facebook. * Join their Helping People Change Facebook Group * Connect with Melvin Smith on LinkedIn * Learn more about Coaching with Confidence Workshop * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Join me as we explore leadership lessons from my John Deere lawn tractor. I'll answer questions too.
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Something I’ve noticed over the years is that the word “fine” has an interesting connotation in our lives. It’s often used as a “conversation stopper” – a way to indicate that it’s good enough. But the question really needs to be:
Is fine always a good thing?
Is fine good enough?
In today’s episode, I am going to give you tips to help you deal with “fine” in your leadership role, your workplace, your relationships and your life.
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If you are looking to recruit the best talent for your organization, you need to address the big issues in your organization. Caroline Stokes is the founder of FORWARD, an executive headhunting and executive coaching company and the author of Elephants Before Unicorns: Emotionally Intelligent HR Strategies to Save Your Company. She realized that just helping companies hire someone to fill a position was not enough. We need to remember the human element and she helps individuals and organizations adapt through emotional intelligence. Caroline suggests hiring should be thought of as a process, not just an event. She shares with Kevin her thoughts on authenticity about your brand and the importance of real and difficult conversations (not just make an impression) to recruit and retain the people who will make your organization successful.
In this episode, Caroline talks about 1. Recruiters. 2. Employer brand. 3. Fake unicorns.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Elephants Before Unicorn by Caroline Stokes + Lost by Gregory Maguire * Exposing Lies about Work with Ashley Goodall. * Building a Peak Performance Organization with Chris McGoff. * How to Be a Talent Magnet with Mark Miller. * Connecting Your Company Culture with Your Brand with Denise Lee Yohn. * The System is the Secret with Jim Butler. * Learn more about FORWARD. * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
A viewer from Brazil challenged me to connect leadership and a can of Coke - so that is what I am doing. Join me, learn something, be inspired, ask questions, and maybe even add to the Leadership/Coke connections!
We all have habits in our lives. And while many habits are great and have valuable purposes, some habits are…not so great.
But first, before we define what is and what isn’t a bad habit in our lives, we need to start at the beginning and define what really is a bad habit?
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Less than 20% of employees believe their managers understand what they do day-to-day. Given this, how do managers become more impactful with their team? Jaime Roca is Senior Vice President at Gartner, managing the global Research & Advisory team, and is the co-author The Connector Manager: Why Some Leaders Build Exceptional Talent - and Others Don't. He and his colleagues surveyed over 9000 managers and employees to find out what the best managers do to coach and develop talent in today’s environment. Jaime shares with Kevin the types (or approaches) to coaching and what they found to be most and least effective.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Connector Manager: Why Some Leaders Build Exceptional Talent by Jaime Roca + Prediction Machines: The Simple Economics of Artificial Intelligence by Ajay Agrawal, Joshua Gans, Avi Goldfarb * The Connectors Advantage with Michelle Tillis Lederman. * Beautiful Questions with Warren Berger. * The Feedback Revolution with Margie Mauldin. * The Master Coach with Gregg Thompson. * Leading with Questions with Bob Tiede. * Learn more about Connector Manager. * For interactive tools and insights, visit gartner.com/connector-manager. * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
I'm talking about the word manager - and all the baggage associated with it - and why that all matters to manager - and leaders.
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As a “farm kid”, I’ve had a lot of experience with weeds – working hard to eliminate them so that we can grow the crops we needed on our farm. And I’ve spent my fair share of pulling them as an adult both at my house and still at the farm.
And while I can’t quite say that I’ve ever thought of weeds when I think about leadership, but thanks to another challenge from one of you, our viewers, today I am drawing lessons from a garden weed for leaders.
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Disruption, do you need it in your business? According to Charlene Li, what you do need is to acknowledge your customers are changing and you need to be thinking about your future. Charlene is the New York Times bestselling author of six books, including her newest release, The Disruption Mindset: Why Some Businesses Transform While Others Fail as well as co-author of the critically acclaimed book, Groundswell. She sits down with Kevin to talk about real disruption. It’s not about “blowing things up”, but about creating a real change. You need a passion to serve your future customer. And it’s not easy, in fact, the “process” can be incredibly difficult. It’s important to remember the “why” and move people to act and see themselves as leaders.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Disruption Mindset: Why Some Organizations Transform While Others Fail by Charlene Li + The Truths We Hold: An American Journey by Kamala Harris + Shortest Way Home: One Mayor's Challenge and a Model for America's Future by Pete Buttigieg * Leading Through Disruption with Tony Hunter. * Creating Radical Outcomes with Juliana Stancampiano. * A Future Lens on Leadership with Bob Johansen. * Learning Leadership with Jim Kouzes. * Learn more about Charlene Li. * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
We'll explore what is called the Galatea Effect, why it is so powerful, and how it can help us all improve.
Several years ago, I went through a phase of using fountain pens. So when one of our viewers challenged me to find leadership lessons from a fountain pen, I was more than happy to oblige.
In this episode, I have five valuable leadership lessons from this every day object.
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Leaders are always transmitting signals, whether they are intentional or not. Teams take cues from their leaders to create a culture and your culture can give you a competitive advantage. Jeff Grimshaw works to align people with their strategy and is the co-author of Five Frequencies: Leadership Signals that Turn Culture into Competitive Advantage. With over 20 years of research, Jeff and his colleagues found leaders create a culture through their words and actions (their signals) on Five Frequencies. Jeff discusses these frequencies and gives examples to turn the culture you have into the culture you need.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Five Frequencies: Leadership Signals that Turn Culture into Competitive Advantage by Jeff Grimshaw + Scaling Leadership: Building Organizational Capability and Capacity to Create Outcomes that Matter Most by Robert J. Anderson and William A. Adams * Scaling Leadership with Robert J. Anderson. * Creating Culture – Lessons from Chick-fil-a with Steve Robinson. * Creating a Culture of Hospitality with Cameron Mitchell. * The Power of Corporate Culture with Chris Dyer. * Culture and Values with Joe Tye. * Learn more about Five Frequencies. * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Are you a leader who gets frustrated when people don't reach their performance goals?
Do you wish people would "just do their jobs?"
Do you have that "one person" that you wish would just "get it?"
Come join me for this episode and you might get an idea that will change your results and the results of your team forever.
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This week, I am continuing to answer the challenges that our viewers have given me – asking me to derive leadership lessons from everyday, random objects. And today is especially appropriate given that it’s almost the end of summer:
Check out this episode for four ways that we can connect a swimming pool and leaders!
In this world of constant change, leaders are challenged with uncertainty. Brad Deutser recognized the struggle of leading through ambiguity and founded Deutser, a consulting firm that helps organizations and their leaders achieve clarity, and the Deutser Clarity Institute, a think tank, idea accelerator, and learning lab. Brad is also the author of Leading Clarity: The Breakthrough Strategy to Unleash People, Profit and Performance. Brad joins Kevin to discuss expectations, for both leaders and their people. When leaders have clarity and can share, they are able to provide a space for their employees to achieve great results. However, Brad cautions us to look for masqueraders of clarity. We believe things, like policies, help make things clear and really leave gaps in expectations.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Leading Clarity: The Breakthrough Strategy to Unleash People, Profit and Performance by Brad Deutser + Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein + Walk The Talk…And Get The Results You Want by Eric Harvey and Al Lucia + Oh, the Places You’ll Go! by Dr. Seuss + They Call Me Coach by John Wooden * A Future Lens on Leadership with Bob Johansen. * Lead Like Caesar with Phillip Barlag. * Learn more about Deutser. * The Deutser Clarity Institute. * Connect with Brad on his website or Twitter. * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
As many of us are either wrapping up our summers or have already wrapped it, I thought it would be fun to share a few leadership lessons that I learned from my summer vacation.
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Not only is it a messy world, but we also have blind spots to some of the chaos surrounding us. So how do we move past the mess to success? Scott Jeffrey Miller joins Kevin to discuss vulnerability, self-awareness, and feedback. Scott has spent 23 years with FranklinCovey and serves as the executive vice president of thought leadership. In addition, he is the author of Management Mess to Leadership Success: 30 Challenges To Become The Leader You Would Follow. The book is divided into challenges that leaders can apply to change the way they lead and produce greater results. The big takeaway is Scott believes that vulnerability is a new leadership competency. Leaders don’t need to have all the answers, however, they do need to know when to be confident, like in times of change or crisis.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Management Mess to Leadership Success by Scott Jeffrey Miller + How Will You Measure Your Life? by Clayton M. Christensen, James Allworth, Karen Dillon + Multipliers, Revised and Updated: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter by Liz Wiseman * Leading in a Changing World with Dr. Jeffrey Hull. * The Leader Habit with Martin Lanik. * Learn more about Management Mess. * FranklinCovey. * Connect with Scott on LinkedIn or Twitter. * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Your answer to this question is critical to your success as a leader. Join me and I will explain why.
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When I think of Independence Day, I think about a lot more than just hot dogs and fireworks. Mostly, I think about values, and I think about the incredibly hard work that our forefathers did many years ago – work that was based on a shared set of values.
So today I have four questions for leaders to consider when thinking about the values that are important to them.
Learn more and sign up for our free video series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership.
Steve Robinson was integral to the Chick-fil-A marketing team for 34 years. He was there for the beginning of the brand we know today, including the Eat Mor Chikin campaign and the decision to stay closed on Sundays. Steve joins Kevin to discuss his new book, Covert Cows and Chick-fil-A: How Faith, Cows, and Chicken Built an Iconic Brand. He shares stories and examples that demonstrate the culture at Chick-fil-A. Steve acknowledges that the company wasn’t an overnight success and leadership was motivated by making an impact. The culture was not a bunch of words on paper, but the values and priorities of the organization and the trust in all the employees to empower them to grow the business.
Additional Resources:
- Buy the Book
- Seven Men: And the Secret of Their Greatness by Eric Metaxas
- Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy by Eric Metaxas
- Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit by Charles R. Swindoll
- Steve Robinson Consulting
If you want to lead most successfully you must know your answers to the questions I'm sharing on this Facebook Live. Come join me, consider the questions - and ask any questions you have.
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Today’s episode is the fourth in a series where I connect weird or unusual items to leadership – all of these items are suggestions from our friends on our social media channels. You can catch up on previous episodes in your favorite podcast app, but in the meantime, check out this week’s episode and find out how leaders can learn from…a salad fork.
From this episode:
- Leadership Lessons from a Pogo Stick
- Leadership Lessons from a Pencil
- What an Apple Can Teach Us About Leadership
What are you sacrificing for your career? Does this lead to greater success? Janelle Bruland joins Kevin to discuss her book The Success Lie: 5 Simple Truths to Overcome Overwhelm and Achieve Peace of Mind. Janelle challenges leaders to become more aware. They need to determine if they are on automatic pilot, in both business and their personal life. All of us can recognize we are succeeding and where we need help. To be truly successful you need to be intentional about your values and priorities.
In this episode, Janelle discusses:
- The Success Lie
- Ideas to move past the overwhelming.
- Benefits of calming your mind.
Resources:
- The Success Lie: 5 Simple Truths to Overcome Overwhelm and Achieve Peace of Mind
- The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact
- Choose to Win with Tom Ziglar
- Never Stop Learning with Bradley Staats
- The Power of Deliberate Practice with Robert Pool
- The Success Lie Website
- Learn about Legacy Leader
- Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership.
- Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Talking about the starting point for all leaders - regardless of how long or where you lead. https://KevinEikenberry.com/Way
Today we're talking about what an apple can teach us about leadership.
You'll learn:
- Apples carry a legacy.
- Apples are nutritious.
- Apples are attractive.
- Apples have strengths and weaknesses.
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A sponsor is different than a mentor. A sponsor believes in your value, advocates for you, and allows you to take risks and has your back if you fail. Kevin sits down with Sylvia Hewlett, author of THE SPONSOR EFFECT: How to be a Better Leader by Investing in Others. They talk about the differences between a sponsor and a mentor. Sylvia also shares real-life examples of the sponsor/protégé relationship. She stresses that this isn’t a one-way relationship. Data shows that leaders who become a sponsor are more likely to receive a promotion.
In this episode, Sylvia shares:
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Her definition of a sponsor.
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A 7 step process to becoming a sponsor.
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Advice on how to identify your own sponsor.
Additional Leadership Resources
- The Sponsor Effect: How to Be a Better Leader by Investing in Others
- Brotopia: Breaking Up the Boys' Club of Silicon Valley by Emily Chang
- Learn more about Sylvia
Related Episodes
- The Connectors Advantage with Michelle Tillis Ledermen
- Managing Talent Risk with Steve Trautman
Today’s episode is the second in a series where I will connect weird or unusual items to leadership. And these items are coming from the challenge that I put out on our social media channels – asking our viewers to submit their suggestions for these items. So catch up on last week’s episode and then check out this week where I will talk about the leadership lessons that we can glean from… a pencil! And believe it or not, I’ve made four connections between the two!
Picture a conference or a large meet and greet situation. How do you feel? Some of us are excited about all the new people we will meet. Others of us, let’s just say a root canal sounds like a good alternative. Devora Zack is the author of Networking for People Who Hate to Network. She joins Kevin to look at real networking. It really is about building mutually beneficial connections and we all have a different way of getting there; whether we identify as an introvert or an extrovert. Devora suggests we find our primary temperament and let that work for us, rather than against us and customize the networking to our advantage.
Check out this week's episode where I will compare and contrast the leadership lessons from… a pogo stick!
Tom Ziglar joins Kevin to talk about his new book Choose to Win: Transform Your Life, One Simple Choice at a Time, and yes, the name sounds familiar. Tom is the son of Zig Ziglar and joined his dad’s company in the warehouse, to sales, to management, and then on to leadership. Tom is proud of his dad’s legacy and carries on the Ziglar philosophy, “You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want.” In his latest book, he builds upon those lessons and discusses how we can find our “why” make simple choices in our lives to build better habits, leading to greater success.
Dr. Jeffrey Hull believes there is a need for new leadership agility. Varying demographics, working across cultures and where folks are located have changed the way leaders need to approach their team to get the best out of them. Dr. Hull is the Director of Education & Business Development at the Institute of Coaching, a Harvard Medical School Affiliate and the author of FLEX: The Art and Science of Leadership in a Changing World". Based on his experiences and other research, Jeffrey shares with Kevin 6 elements leaders need to have success in their organizations.
If you’re like most, when you think of “mashup”, you think of music. And while this is one way to look at mashup, today we are looking at it as it relates to creativity and leadership. And we’ll start by using this definition of mashup:
Mashup: a mixture of disparate elements.
Although he has baseball roots, Pat Williams is a basketball Hall of Famer and currently serves as co-founder and senior vice president of the Orlando Magic (NBA). Pat is also the author of over 100 books and sits down with Kevin to discuss his most recent book highlighting the leadership secrets of the United States Military Academy at West Point in Character Carved in Stone: The 12 Core Virtues of West Point That Build Leaders and Produce Success. Pat talks about the inspiration for the book and focuses on character leaders and what it means. He tells stories about the virtues and links them to West Point graduates.
Studies show 70% of the workplace is disengaged, costing $500 billion of lost productivity? Do you find these results surprising? Drew Tarvin is a self-proclaimed “Humor Engineer” and believes we should move beyond how to do a job to ow to enjoy a job for better results (more impact on the bottom line). So, should work/can work be fun? Drew joins Kevin to discuss his book, Humor That Works: The Missing Skill for Success and Happiness at Work. Drew shares that it’s not about the jokes or wisecracks; it’s about looking at the job in a new and energizing way. He reverse-engineers the skill of humor in a way that you can use as a tool for better results.
Have you ever noticed that how closely you look at something determines what you see?
As leaders, it’s really important that we look closely so that we can really understand what’s going on in our team, in our organization and in our jobs. Check out this episode to learn more about what I mean.
The workplace is changing; it’s the technology, it’s the location, it’s the diversity of the people. So, if we know the workplace is changing, we need to be thinking about how we change our leadership. Ty Bennett is an author and founder of Leadership Inc. Today he sits down with Kevin to discuss his most recent book, Partnership Is the New Leadership. Ty believes that we can no longer rely on leading from a place of authority or title. By showing up as a partner with our team, they will show up for you. This means a direct result to the bottom line. Ty shares his thoughts about the balance between care and candor and looks at commitment.
Today’s mindset is different. Today everyone is good or the online reviews would drive them out of business. So, it’s not enough to have quality, care, or compassion. Your competitive advantage will be how you deliver your product better, faster, or more convenient. David Avrin is the author of Why Customers Leave (and how to win them back). David and Kevin discuss the book and how it illuminates some of the blind spots we have in how we work with customers. Leaders miss some things and there are unintentional consequences. They need to step back and ask some hard questions from the customers perspective.
When you take on a new leadership role, it is both exciting and a bit scary. There are new responsibilities and your relationships with colleagues’ changes, especially if you have been promoted within. Today Kevin is joined by Naphtali Hoff, President of Impactful Coaching & Consulting and author of Becoming the New Boss. They discuss everything related to that new leadership role. From those crucial first months to finding a mentor to building relationships. Naphtali shares mistakes and ways to make that transition.
We spend most of our lives trying to learn and know as much as we can. It’s ingrained in us that the more we know, the better off we are.
And while there’s no question that knowledge truly is power, sometimes…as leaders…there is danger in expertise.
I’ll explain three dangers that we all must be aware of in order to be more successful.
There are events in our lives that shape us. Events that make us think and re-think the way we do things. Mark Bertolini is no exception. Mark is the former chairman and CEO of Aetna and author of Mission-Driven Leadership: My Journey as a Radical Capitalist. He sits down with Kevin to share his stories; a child diagnosed with cancer, which made him a consumer of the health care industry and a ski accident, which forced him to ask for “help”. These events changed his perspective and he realized that maybe an iron-handed fist was not the best way to conduct business. Mark shares his lessons of empathy and talks about the progressive elimination of failure – not perfection. You need to continually get better and find not only ways but encourage, your folks to take care of each other and the mission of the company.
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Have you ever downplayed a compliment? Tried to pass it off or re-direct the conversation when you’ve been given one?
Today I am pointing out some very valuable leadership lessons from a compliment (and the response to this compliment) that I recently overheard. I’ll also give you a very simple 3-step process to help you receive compliments better in the future.
If we rely on algorithms and technology to make us more efficient, our own skills atrophy. Kevin sits down with Edward Tenner, author of Our Own Devices, Why Things Bite Back, and most recently The Efficiency Paradox: What Big Data Can’t Do. As a historian of sorts, Edward tries to understand where we are today and asks the questions we need to think about the future. In The Efficiency Paradox, Edward looks at our technology boom and the downside of a good thing. Although our access to information and big data leads us to perform at higher and faster levels, can we be sure we are going in the right direction? Edward believes we need to find balance or we might not find the benefits of technology or we lost the benefits of human nature.
Why gossip and worry start and how to deal with it as a leader. (You can learn more about this at https://kevineikenberry.com/way)
Communication is hard.
I know, it’s likely not a surprise to you. And it’s certainly no surprise to us – communication is consistently one of the biggest challenges that we hear about from leaders.
And in this episode, I am going to help you (and your team) be a better communicator by raising the communication bar with five simple tips.
There is a big difference between satisfaction with a product/service/organization and loyalty. Loyalty shows an emotional commitment. When someone is loyal, they promote for you. Sandy Rogers co-author of Leading Loyalty: Cracking the Code to Customer Devotion and the leader of FranklinCovey's Loyalty Practice. He chats with Kevin about the book and although much has been written about loyalty, this book provides simple, applicable principles, practices and a proven process for earning loyalty from your customers and colleagues and all the important people in your life. There isn’t just one thing. It’s all about listening for the real story, taking responsibility for the real job and following up. We need to move beyond process and empower our people to show empathy. Boosting external and internal loyalty will have an impact on your bottom line.
How are you different than you were six months ago? Let's talk about that question and give you a better answer six months from now.
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Have you ever been disappointed? Frustrated? Maybe even annoyed?
And then maybe you said (rather cynically), “Well, what did you expect?”
It’s probably unlikely that there are many of us who can say we haven’t asked this question once or twice in our lives… So in today’s episode, I’m sharing a much more valuable and productive question that you can be asking.
Studies show that 92% of people trust referrals and you are four times more likely to buy from someone who was referred. This makes sense to Michelle Tillis Lederman, author of The Connector's Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow Your Influence and Impact. In her early career, she realized that relationships are critical to your success, health, and happiness. However, this isn’t all about the warm fuzzies. Connectors have a certain way of thinking and acting that enables stronger connections. Building that skill can get us to faster, easier, and better. Michelle shares with Kevin that when leaders focus on building connections, relationships and loyalty with their teams, they impact the bottom line.
In this episode, Michelle discusses 1. Levels of connectors. 2. The introvert edge. 3. The trust mindset.
Additional Resources:
- FREE GIFT Link: http://michelletillislederman.com/giftpack/
- Book Bonuses: www.TheConnectorsAdvantage.com
- Website: http://www.michelletillislederman.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichelleTillisLederman
- LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/communicationexpertspeaker
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/mtlederman
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtlederman/
- YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/MichelleLederman
I'm talking about a critical choice leaders must make, one that many never even consider. Compliance or commitment?
Which do you have, and which do you want? Let's talk about what they are and why one is the best choice!
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A few months ago, I was fortunate enough to record a video course with some great people at LinkedIn Learning. And while the process that I go through each week here on Remarkable TV has grown and improved significantly over the years, my time at LinkedIn Learning was quite different. For one, it was a truly professional studio and I had an actual Producer who was with me throughout the process.
And my Producer had three little words that she repeated many times throughout the day that entirely changed my outlook, my mindset and ultimately my results.
These three words were small but can have significant impact on you and your team.
John Rossman is a former Amazon executive, who launched and scaled the Marketplace business, which now accounts for more than 50 percent of all units sold at Amazon.com. In his current role, he is often asked “How did Amazon do this?” or “Why did Amazon do it this way?” As such he decided to write, Think Like Amazon: 50 ½ Ideas to Become a Digital Leader. John and Kevin discuss the book and he draws upon his experience at Amazon to show you how you can think differently about business and leadership to move your organization forward. John expands on a few ideas in the book, including the fact that the question is just as, if not more important, than the solution.
Additional Resources:
Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John Carreyrou https://amzn.to/2HVRoc1
The Spy and the Traitor: The Greatest Espionage Story of the Cold War by Ben Macintyre https://amzn.to/2I6H9B6
I'm talking today about a foundational leadership development principle, but one people miss, forget, or falsely assume is covered. Learn more about The Journey to Remarkable Leadership: https://KevinEikenberry.com/way
Every day, more leaders are becoming remote leaders – whether it was intentional and planned or simply a fact of circumstance where they started working one day a work from home which lead to another which lead to another…
The question isn’t whether this is happening or not, it’s what are we doing to prepare these leaders?
Leading remotely is different and when we take the time to prepare ourselves and our remote leaders, we will all be more successful.
Learn more and download a free chapter of our book, The Long-Distance Leader, here.
Kevin Kruse really didn’t think much about leadership in his business ventures until he realized his failures were a result of not thinking about leadership. Kevin is the author of Great Leaders Have No Rules: Contrarian Leadership Principles to Transform Your Team and Business and serves as Founder & CEO of LEADx, an online learning platform that provides free leadership development. He sits down with Kevin to discuss some of the leadership lessons we’ve been taught and how they work against us. Kevin looks at rules, feedback and transparency and how they work in relationships and building your best team.
In this episode, Kevin looks at some contrarian leadership principles like 1. No rules. 2. No Smartphones. 3. Crowd your calendar.
I'm talking about criticism, and the role it plays (or doesn't) for us as leaders and coaches. To register for our free master class Video series The Journey to Remarkable Leadership, go to: http://KevinEikenberry.com/way
While I’m not an accountant and you likely aren’t either, I am using an accounting term today to help us understand the value in our workplace culture.
To do your best work, you need to know why organizationally and globally. Ashley Goodall is energized by thinking about the challenges of how we all do better work together. Ashley is the co-author of 9 Lies About Work with Marcus Buckingham. He and Kevin discuss some of these “lies” and why they may be uncomfortable. The theme throughout the lies is the context. When we spend too much time focusing on the system or the process, we lose the context. The meaning of our work should be evident and let your folks focus on the how.
In this episode, Ashley shares his thoughts about the following lies: 1. Cascading goals. 2. People need feedback. 3. Leadership is a thing.
Additional Leadership Resources Book Recommendations:
- Margaret Thatcher: At Her Zenith: In London, Washington and Moscow (Authorized Biography of Margaret Thatcher) by Charles Moore
- Margaret Thatcher: The Authorized Biography: Volume I: From Grantham to the Falklands by Charles Moore
Learn more about Ashley Goodall.
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Today I am talking about a lesson I learned in reading a quote from the Theologian John Henry Newman:
“Nothing would be done at all if a person waited until he/she could do it so well that no one could find fault with it.”
And here’s the reality – someone will ALWAYS find fault in one thing or another. But that’s not all bad. What is bad is when we frame it as “fault” and not “feedback for improvement”.
We need to stop waiting and start doing.
David Benjamin believes we are seeing a shift in the workplace from scarcity to abundance. Leaders need to tap into their people and use them differently and better. David is the co-author of Cracking Complexity and joins Kevin to discuss not only the disruption of technology in business but how leaders can approach complexity. David talks about problem-solving and creating purposeful collisions to get everyone on the same page. If there isn’t a common language, you won’t find common ground.
In this episode David 1. Distinguishes simple, complicated and complex problems. 2. Discusses the s-curve model and how to think about it. 3. Shares how to create a collision course.
This is a question that I get asked a lot and I think in order to answer this question, you have to understand the answer to another question first:
How do you define friend?
So think about this a little bit and then “join me”on the video to answer the original question about friends and leadership.
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What does education need to do to produce people who can contribute at work and are successful? Danny Iny, the author of Leveraged Learning, chats with Kevin about that topic and what that means for leaders and teams today. Danny believes we are shifting from a “just in case” mindset to learning to a “just in time” mindset. The pace of change is rapid and to stay relevant, we need to continue to learn in bite-sized chunks. As leaders, we need to recognize we are working from a lagging scorecard and need to go in and learn, develop our team, and move forward.
You likely have a program of some sort when new employees join your organization – most call it onboarding – but do you have the same process for NEW supervisors?
These onboarding processes are so valuable for new employees, but they can also have value for new supervisors. Everything that leaders do has a ripple in the organization, so it’s even more important to set new leaders up for success in the beginning, when it matters most.
In today’s episode, I’ll share tips for using the ideas of onboarding specifically as they relate to your new supervisors and leaders.
Learn more about and sign up for our free leadership series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, here.
When you talk to Tony Hunter about his journey, he will tell you it’s all about the people. Not just the people who believed in him but his mentors and his amazing team and talented colleagues. Tony is the former CEO and Publisher of the Chicago Tribune. He was offered the job in September 2008 and they filed for bankruptcy in December 2008. Needless to say, his tenure was filled with disruption. Tony and Kevin talk about leadership during changing times and how you need to slow down to speed up. He has been fortunate to look back at his career and recognize that you are either disrupted or a disruptor. In either case, you want your team to be in alignment and own the plan before moving to action.
Today is the last in my series on “unusual” collections for leaders and I’m sticking with the theme of something that you might never consider as something that you can actually collect:
GRATITUDE
And while this “collection” is unusual, when you start collecting it, I think you will find that your life will be more interesting and have more meaning and you will have less stress and more happiness. And who doesn’t want that?
Most organizations jump right in with the design of a product/content…often missing the WHY. Kevin sits down with Juliana Stancampiano, CEO of Oxygen and author of Radical Outcomes: How to Create Extraordinary Teams that Get Tangible Results. Kevin and Juliana discuss education in the workplace. They believe that in order to achieve great results, you need to move beyond information overload and focus on the business outcomes. It’s about creating a culture of learning and thinking about the content as an experience.
We are continuing in our series of episodes about collections and today’s episode is about collecting memories.
I’ll talk about WHY we should collect memories and HOW to do it better and more often.
Leadership can be defined at multiple levels and can be scaled up and down. Bob Anderson is the co-author of Mastering Leadership and his new book, Scaling Leadership. He joins Kevin to talk about the research and findings which led to the latest book. Using a database of senior leaders providing 360-degree written feedback to fellow senior leaders, he and Bill Anderson look at the qualitative data. They look at the descriptions leaders use to define effective leadership and create a leadership framework. Using the lessons learned, an individual can develop their leadership at scale in their organization to improve performance.
We are continuing in our series of episodes about collections and today’s collection topic is one that I can almost bet you have never thought of collecting: relationships.
And yet, as a leader, when you do this and do it right, I can almost guarantee that you will see your success skyrocket.
There are mistakes and there is epic failure. Warwick Fairfax identifies with the latter and joins Kevin to discuss leadership and moving beyond failure. Warwick is a leadership advisor and founded Crucible Leadership from his own experience of “one of the most spectacular business failures in the history of his home nation of Australia.” First and foremost, start with forgiveness either of yourself or someone else. Examine your true self, not negative or positive, but who you really are. What are your strengths? What is your passion? Use this reflection to recognize, learn from and move forward. When leading your team, believe in your vision and create buy-in.
We are in the middle of a series of episodes about collections. And if you haven’t noticed yet, some of these collections are of “things” that you might not have thought of collecting. In fact, most of them aren’t anything that you can put on a shelf or in a room of your house.
Today’s episode is no different as I’m revealing the value in collecting questions as well as an easy process and tips for helping you to collect them.
There are more new managers in the workplace than veterans. You must start somewhere. Julie Zhuo is the VP of Product Design at Facebook and the author of THE MAKING OF A MANAGER: What To Do When Everyone Looks to You. Julie found herself as a new manager years ago and after the celebration ended, she realized she wasn’t 100% sure what she was doing. She joins Kevin to discuss the transition to new leadership. There are opportunities to coach your new leader and opportunities for you to grow if you find yourself in that position. It starts with conversations and willingness to build relationships, even if it is uncomfortable.
In this episode, Julie talks about 1. Coaching for new leaders. 2. Advice for better one-on-ones. 3. Managing yourself.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Paper Menagerie and Other Stories by Ken Liu + Ogilvy on Advertising by David Ogilvy * Learn more about Julie Zhuo. * Buy Julie's book, The Making of a Manager. * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
This is the third episode in a series on “collections”.
Now to the casual observer, a series on collections might seem an odd choice for a leadership blog. But trust me, it’s not. Because we aren’t talking about things that take up space on a shelf or that you put in a display case. We are talking about collections that will change your leadership life. And in this episode, we’re collecting IDEAS.
Many organizations are not thinking of how their culture can move them forward. Not only do you need to think about how to create your culture, but you also need to own it. Eric Stutzman is a co-author of The Culture Question: How to Create a Workplace Where People Like to Work. The book includes survey feedback from over 2,400 leaders and employees. Kevin and Eric talk about some of these findings, such as there is a direct correlation between leaders communicating with purpose AND in meaningful ways and people feeling like they have a great workplace. In order to create meaningful work, there need to be intentional conversations about progress. Further, how and when a leader should respond to conflict.
Today I’m talking again about collections but this collection won’t take up a single inch of space in your house or office and yet could be one of the most “valuable” things you can collect.
Hospitable leadership is about creating an environment where you lead more effectively because you are leading with authenticity. Terry A. Smith has served as lead pastor of The Life Christian Church (TLCC) for twenty-seven years. He is also the author of The Hospitable Leader. Terry is passionate about challenging, developing, and encouraging leaders, whether they know they are leaders or not. Kevin and Terry discuss the idea of being welcoming and how our communication becomes more effective when we find commonality and listen before moving straight to the message.
Hospitable leadership is about creating an environment where you lead more effectively because you are leading with authenticity. Terry A. Smith has served as lead pastor of The Life Christian Church (TLCC) for twenty-seven years. He is also the author of The Hospitable Leader. Terry is passionate about challenging, developing, and encouraging leaders, whether they know they are leaders or not. Kevin and Terry discuss the idea of being welcoming and how our communication becomes more effective when we find commonality and listen before moving straight to the message.
You may or may not know, but I am a collector of antique tractors – yes, the real, life-sized tractors that you’d find on a farm.
And while this is a fun fact, I mention it today for more reasons than that. I am talking today about collectors because I have some observations on collectors and why it matters to you as a leader.
The operating system that worked on the factory floors 100 years ago does not work today, yet we still try to manage from that perspective. Aaron Dignan is looking at the way we work and turning it on its head to do better. Aaron is the founder of The Ready and author of his latest book, Brave New Work: Are You Ready to Reinvent your Organization? Aaron and Kevin discuss building teams that learn and recognizing the complexity of human nature. We need our folks to be making more decisions and they need to do that with a purpose. Once we can start with how we are connected and can truly answer what is holding us back.
In this episode, Aaron talks about 1. The Future of Work. 2. Fractal purpose. 3. SLAM Teams.
Additional Resources
- Team Human by Douglas Rushkoff
- https://bravenewwork.com/
- https://theready.com/
Most of us look in a mirror every day – and sometimes more than once! But I’m not talking about looking in a mirror in this regard.
In this episode, I am advocating for a mirror as it relates to our leadership and I’m asking a few questions to help you understand what you’ll see when you look in this mirror and what you can do with what you’ll see.
Leaders at all levels in an organization manage most business risks daily. Steve Trautman joins Kevin to talk about how you can manage talent risk, which is critical in today’s employment environment. Steve is the author of Do You Have WHO It Takes: Managing Talent Risk in a High Stakes Technical Workforce. He and Kevin talk about ideas for every level of an organization (including the corporate board) to manage talent risk with hard data. He debunks some common talent myths and feedback to encourage the right types of learning in the workplace.
In this episode, Steve 1. Defines talent risk. 2. Shares common talent myths. 3. Discussed the cost of not managing talent risk.
Additional Resources:
- Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande
- Learn more about Steve Trautman
It seems only appropriate that today, at the start of a new year, I talk about habits.
And I’m starting with a question for you to think about to help you ensure that your habits are serving you as best as they can.
Hunter Harrison was a four-time CEO in the railroad business, turning around each organization he ran. During his tenure with multiple companies, he wanted his employees to think like a leader and owner. Kevin sits down with Howard Green, author of Railroader: The Unfiltered Genius and Controversy of Four-Time CEO Hunter Harris. Howard is a former broadcast journalist with more than 14,000 interviews and wrote Hunter’s personal biography based on conversations with Harrison over several years. He shares insights into Hunter’s leadership style and the moments that set him apart as CEO.
Additional Links:
| http://www.howardgreen.com/ | | https://twitter.com/howardgreennews | | https://www.linkedin.com/in/hgreen1/?originalSubdomain=ca | | Amazon bookpage: https://www.amazon.com/Railroader-Unfiltered-Controversy-Four-Time-Harrison/dp/1989025048/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= |
I’ve gone to a lot of “life events” and experiences and there’s one thing that I see people doing over and over again that not only makes me sad, but also gets in the way of making memories.
I’ll give you several tips to help you lock in and make memories that last for years to come.
Have you ever hoped for a root canal appointment (insert another unpleasant task) to get you out of a meeting? Elise Keith is the founder and Meeting Maven for Lucid Meetings. In short, she is looking for the best ways to make it easy for people to enjoy meetings that get work done. She joins Kevin to discuss her book, Where the Action Is: The Meetings That Make or Break Your Organization. She believes that when you change the meeting, you change everything else. Elise emphasizes that the whole point of a meeting is to gather people for a purpose and shares different meeting types to help us get to the why.
In this episode, Elise touches on 1. Successful meetings. 2. Agendas and desired outcomes. 3. Meeting operating systems.
| When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel H. Pink https://amzn.to/2RkAtAX | | https://www.lucidmeetings.com/ | | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisekeith/ | | Twitter: https://twitter.com/lucidmeetings |
We all make lots of mistakes in communication. But there is one in particular that has the biggest negative impact on our communication success.
I’m sharing four simple questions that you can ask to help avoid this most common communication mistake in the episode today.
- Learn more and sign up for our FREE video leadership program, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership, here.
Competence is a valued professional trait. But it's not enough to be competent, you must share your competence, so your words do make a difference. They can help you steer perception, as we form impressions with little actual knowledge. Dr. Jack Nasher is a business psychologist, negotiator and author of Convinced!: How to Prove Your Competence & Win People Over. As a side, he also performs as a mentalist at the world-renowned Magic Castle in Hollywood. He joins Kevin to discuss expectation management and competence framing, among other things to help shape how others see you.
In this episode, Jack talks about 1. Real and perceived competence. 2. The role of Status. 2. Likeability and leadership.
| The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined by Steven Pinker https://amzn.to/2P7MB6v | | https://jacknasher.com/en/home-2/ | | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacknasher/?originalSubdomain=de |
This episode is in response to your direct feedback when I asked viewers in a previous episode to send in requests for topics that they wanted me to discuss.
So today, I’m sharing how you can share meaningful and positive reinforcement, including WHY you should provide this to your team.
Fred Halstead is an executive coach and author of Leadership Skills that Inspire Incredible Results. He sits down with Kevin to talk about the little things, like listening and asking questions, you can do to be a more effective leader. Although he mentions these are little things, this does not mean they are easy, and you must be intentional. Fred discusses that interrupting, with a purpose, invites the other purpose to explore their thinking. The more you can listen and ask questions, the more they are going to trust and respect you.
In this episode, Fred shares
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Inhibitors to thinking.
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The power of questions.
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The importance of acknowledgment.
Additional Resources:
Unshakable Hope: Building Our Lives on the Promises of God by Max Lucado - https://amzn.to/2U1Jbpt
Last week was our 250th episode of Remarkable TV and while I was filming that episode, I got to thinking about the power of small steps.
In today’s episode, I am going to share my observations in what I’ve learned about this very powerful idea.
The best organizations are not just employing players, they are building something bigger. Their leaders are intentionally creating a culture and continuing to drive and maintain that culture. Kevin sits down with Michael Lombardi, most recently on the coaching staff for Bill Belichick in the New England Patriots' front office, after thirty years working for the San Francisco 49ers, the Oakland Raiders, and the Cleveland Browns (where he was general manager for two years). He shares his thoughts about what makes football organizations tick at the championship level in his book, Gridiron Genius. Although the book focuses on the business of the NFL, Kevin and Michael discuss leadership principles, applicable everywhere. As a leader, you need to understand why you are in that position and help your people visualize success.
In this episode, Michael discusses 1. False duality. 2. Qualities of great coaches.
Robert A. Caro's The Years of Lyndon Johnson Set: The Path to Power; Means of Ascent; Master of the Senate; The Passage of Power https://amzn.to/2zisu0s
When Pride Still Mattered : A Life Of Vince Lombardi by David Maraniss https://amzn.to/2R0wPw8
prh.com/gridirongenius
twitter: @mlombardiNFL
This is the 250th episode of Remarkable TV so it only seems appropriate that we use our journey in getting here to talk about the power of process improvement.
In this episode, I’ll share one of the biggest reasons for our success in launching this video series as well as three simple ideas you can use to help process improvement in your life and in your organization.
Asking questions does more for us than just getting an “answer”. Questions can help our decision-making, creativity and innovation and build relationships. Kevin sits down with Warren Berger, author of The Book of Beautiful Questions. Warren is a questionologist and encourages leaders to value the question and take ownership of our questions. Further, you cannot stop with just the “why” The cycle of questions moves you to the “what if” and “how”. They need to ambitious and actionable.
There are more than a few reasons for additional stress during the holiday season… Family, giving gifts, finances, over-commitment…the list goes on…
So today, I’m giving two simple stress relievers to help you de-stress and relax as we head into the busy holiday season.
Tom Murry spent 17 years as the CEO of Calvin Klein and facilitated the brand’s growth from 2.8 billion to $8 billion. Tom joins Kevin to talk about teamwork. Tom believes his success came from surrounding himself with talented folks. Further, he knows to be effective you need to enjoy your work and enjoy your team.
Today’s episode is the fourth in my series based on a talk that I gave to a group of sixth, seventh and eighth graders.
During the talk, we discussed several of the ideas in the new culture that they are creating at the school. They call it GRIT. And this week, I am focusing on the final letter, T, which stands for Trust.
As we kick off 2019, Kevin steps back and reflects on 2018. His guests included a billionaire, Super Bowl winner, NFL Cheerleader, multiple best-selling authors including Seth Godin, Jeffrey Gittomer and Tom Peters who measure in millions of book sales. He shares some general observations from the interviews, as well as those “nuggets” he has applied in both his personal and professional life.
Let us know what you have learned. What is your “Now What”?
| Here is a list of the episodes Kevin mentioned. | | The Power of Vulnerability with Jeff Manchester | | Is it Marketing or Leadership? with Seth Godin | | Building a Peak Performance Organization with Chris McGoff | | It All Matters with Paul Cummings | | How to Be Great at Work with Morten Hansen | | What Leaders Must Know About Positioning with Andy Cunningham | | Winning! With Gary Brackett | | Leader Types in the White House with Cash Keahey | | How to Be a Talen Magnet with Mark Miller | | Managing Up with Mary Abbajay | | Creating a Culture of Hospitality with Cameron Mitchell |
Today’s episode is the third in my series based on a talk that I gave to a group of sixth, seventh and eighth graders.
During the talk, we discussed several of the ideas in the new culture that they are creating at the school. They call it GRIT. And this week, I am focusing on the third letter, I, which stands for Intellectual Curiosity.
Kevin sits down and recaps the 10 most downloaded podcasts of 2018 (as of 10 December). He not only provides background about the episode, he shares what you can expect to learn.
Today’s episode is the second in a series that is based on a recent talk that I gave to a group of sixth, seventh and eighth graders.
During the talk, we discussed several of the ideas in the new culture that they are creating at the school. They call it GRIT. And this week, I am focusing on the second letter, R, which stands for Resilient.
Dr. James Kelley believes there are defining events that cause a fundamental shift in the way leaders (and all of us) do things. This is a crucible moment. James is the author of Crucible's Gift: 5 Lessons from Authentic Leaders Who Thrive in Adversity. For the book, he interviewed over 140 executives from around the world to learn how leaders transform their leadership style after moments of difficulty. James and Kevin dig deeper into adversity, learning, and how these moments cause us to be a better version of ourselves.
I recently spoke to a group of sixth, seventh and eighth graders on their first day of school about the ideas in the new culture that they are creating at the school.
They call it GRIT. And this week, I am focusing on the first letter, G, which stands for Gratitude.
And in today’s episode, I’m sharing the benefits for gratitude and some easy tips to help you show more gratitude.
What difference does JOY make in the workplace and how can you find JOY in leading others? Richard Sheridan joins Kevin to discuss how a joyful culture can bring about business results. He is the CEO and co-founder of Menlo Innovations and author of Joy, Inc.: How We Built a Workplace People Love and his latest book, Chief Joy Officer: How Great Leaders Elevate Human Energy and Eliminate Fear. Richard recognizes that leadership occurs at every level within an organization and challenges us to become a better version each day. Further, the people we are leading need to know we are real and we support their growth through our vulnerability.
Richard also says that if you are in the Ann Arbor area and want a tour, just reach out.
I often find myself talking about decision-making in my conversations in training workshops and this question usually comes up:
What’s the best way to make decisions in a group, and specifically, what should my role as a leader be?
And to answer this question, I’m going to describe a decision making trade-off that must be considered and weighed before doing anything else.
Sixty-two percent of CEO’s are worried that their employees do not have the skills they need for the company to be successful moving forward. Learning is no a longer a nice to have, it builds a competitive advantage. So how do we have the conversations about skills needed and empower employees to build these skills? Kevin is joined by Kelly Palmer the Chief Learning and Talent Officer at Degreed and co-author of The Expertise Economy. They discuss the rapid changes within workplaces and the paradigm shift needed to make learning proactive to re-skill and upskill the workforce.
In this episode, Kelly:
1. Defines an expertise economy.
2. Shares case studies of organizations closing the learning gap.
3. Outlines the idea of skills quotient.
Resources:
- The End of Average by Todd Rose https://amzn.to/2OG4hH9
- The 100-Year Life: Living and Working in an Age of Longevity by Lynda Gratton, Andrew Scott https://amzn.to/2DiKQCT
- https://www.expertiseeconomy.com/
- https://www.degreed.com
Have you ever had an experience where once you’ve shared an idea that was in your head with another person or group of people and as soon as this idea “out in the open”, there are way more questions than you ever anticipated and suddenly your once-very-clear idea is a bit fuzzier than before?
Yeah, me too.
That’s why in today’s episode, I’m going to talk about the power in WRITING IT DOWN. And yes, I mean with an actual pen or pencil and paper.
Leadership is all about the Golden Rule. Treat others as you would want to be treated. Cameron Mitchell started his career washing dishes for beer money. He had an epiphany one crazy night and graduated from the Culinary Institute of America when he was 22 years old and has developed 18 different restaurant concepts, including Mitchell’s Fish Market. Today Cameron Mitchell Restaurants remains independent and privately held recognizing over $300 million in combined annual revenue from its food service operations consisting of 60 restaurants. Cameron and Kevin discuss his new book, Yes the Answer! What is the Question?: How Faith In People and a Culture Of Hospitality Built A Modern American Restaurant Company. They delve into whether the customer is always right and how your culture and values are what hold folks accountable.
In this episode, I’m talking about a pervasive “B” word in our society that is getting in the way of our success and our results.
And I’m building a case against this word and giving you five reasons why we need to banish it from our vocabulary.
One face to face conversation is more successful than 34 back and forth e-mails, yet we constantly on our “devices”. Dan Scawbel is a New York Times bestselling author, partner, and research director at Future Workplace, and the and the founder of both Millennial Branding and WorkplaceTrends.com. His latest book is Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in the Age of Isolation. Dan and Kevin talk about how we need to use technology as a bridge to human interaction, not a barrier. People want to bring their full selves to the workplace and Dan explains how a more socially connected workforce saves money long-term.
Seth Godin wants to be ahead of the curve. He believes his role is to notice things and share so individuals can change the culture. Seth is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, blogger, and in the Marketing Hall of Fame. He joins Kevin to discuss marketing, leadership, and thoughts from his most recent book This is Marketing. He believes this is all about doing work that matters for people who care. We need the guts to state our goal and the generosity to share it. Regardless of where we are, we can speak up and make change happen.
Most organizations are trying to grow and change, yet don’t build their leadership to grow and change. You need to know what you need to do to make your team successful and that might not be what you did yesterday. Dr. John Hillen is a leadership and strategy professor in the School of Business at George Mason University and the co-author of What Happens Now? Reinvent Yourself as a Leader Before Your Business Outruns You. John and Kevin talk about the importance of not letting the growth of an organization outgrow your leadership skills. Leaders will stall, and the failure is not recognizing that you need to reinvent yourself and reinvest in new skills, behaviors, and mindsets for a changed organization and higher level of performance.
I recently recorded a podcast with Seth Godin, a really smart and prolific blogger, and in our conversation, I asked him about the discipline it takes him to write a blog post every single day.
Before answering my question, he re-framed it for me, saying that he didn’t like to think of it in terms of discipline but rather intention.
His words have had me thinking ever since.
Intention versus Discipline – this is such an important distinction. So important that in today’s episode, I am taking a deeper dive into this idea and giving you some quick tips and ideas to help you re-frame how you’re distinguishing between the two and how you can decide to be more intentional.
A recent study showed that 2/3 of US workers are disengaged and that number is close to 80% worldwide. This may be, in part, because we are living in a ½ virtual and a ½ face-to-face world. Nick Morgan is a communication coach and author. Nick and Kevin talk about his most recent book, Can You Hear Me? How to connect with people in a virtual world. Body language is important for communication, so what happens when you are working with folks around the globe? Nick explains that communication is an emotional exchange and delves into why online connections are fragile.
Jeffrey Gitomer is the King of Sales and New York Times bestselling author. In his latest book, Truthful Living, Jeffrey compiled, edited and annotated the lectures of Napoleon Hill. He joins Kevin to talk about his access to original course notes and why he thinks Hill’s lessons are more bankable today than they were 100 years ago. He shares Hill’s foundational wisdom and challenges us to think about what we aren’t doing.
In this episode, I am really practicing what I preach by being personally vulnerable and sharing some valuable lessons that leaders can learn when they open themselves up to others and are truly vulnerable.
Legendary service drives business. Legendary service is CONSISTENTLY delivering so your customers come back; both internal and external. Kevin sits down with Vicki Halsey, co- author of Legendary Service Legendary Service: The Key Is to Care, with Ken Blanchard and Kathy Cuff, to discuss connecting with each other to do our best possible work. She challenges us to listen to understand and ask ourselves what a 9 or 10 rating looks like for our customer. You have the power to serve at the highest level.
Despite all our “friends”, “followers” and “users”, we are feeling more isolated than ever. Radha Agrawal calls this “community confusion,” Radha is the author of BELONG: Find Your People, Create Community, and Live a More Connected Life. She chats with Kevin about leadership, gentle self-awareness and community. She believes leaders need to cultivate their personal communities beyond business. When leaders find support, they create connections (both personal and within their teams), which studies show are our key to happiness, fulfillment, and success.
When most people think about “balance”, they think about it in relation to work and life: work/life balance. And while I am going to discuss this in this episode, it’s not where I am going to start. Instead, I’m starting with a bicycle analogy.
Less than ½ of organizations say they have a consistent understanding of what strategy is and have a common language for it. Today Kevin and bestselling author on strategy Rich Horwath, most recently of STRATEGYMAN VS. THE ANTI-STRATEGY SQUAD, chat about how leaders can build their team's strategic capabilities. He believes that many managers are not maximizing the potential in their organization because they are not looking at insights. Everyone can think strategically, and we need to use this power to impact the bottom line.
Understanding your point of view is a launching point to becoming more emotionally intelligent, thereby building better relationships. Guy Harris is part of the Kevin Eikenberry team as a coach and master trainer and co-author of From Bud to Boss. Prior to becoming a trainer and coach, Guy served as a Nuclear Engineering Officer in the U.S. Navy Submarine Force. What he came to discover was that all his technical training did not prepare him to deal with humans. People were more complex than submarines AND if he wanted to make a greater impact he needed to work with others. He joins Kevin, in part, to discuss team building, relationships, and personality testing. Tests, such as DISC, should be used as a tool to build self-awareness, which is a stepping stone to becoming a better leader.
I’ve found that almost all of the successful people that I know, have met or even have read about have at least this one thing in common:
They have a positive perspective.
And while this can mean that they are sometimes optimists, it isn’t necessarily the same thing.
There are 10 positive emotions and when you express them, you open your mind to greater learning and better relationships. Scientifically, positive emotion expands our mental capabilities. Lisa Zigarmi is an organizational psychologist and leadership coach working with Fortune 500 companies and author of #Positivity at Work. Lisa and Kevin discuss positive psychology, esp. as it related to leadership. Leaders can create a culture for their people to flourish by simply helping them find meaning in their work as it relates to their team, their division, and the organization. She feels that emotion needs to be legitimized in the workplace and leaders need to make space for people to express emotion. When we forbid feelings, we see only part of the picture. Leaving them out of decision-making, judgment and interaction is not only impossible, but it’s also imprudent. Discrediting feelings in business blocks access to growth, meaning making and sustainable results.
Chris Dyer is the founder of G2 and the author of The Power of Company Culture. He joins Kevin to discuss lessons learned on his path to founding his own company. Chris has spent years researching what drives profits and productivity in a variety of corporations. He recognized that many leaders were intentional about NOT doing certain things. You need to know your limitations (and ask for help) and leverage your strengths.
It is my personal belief and a major organizational philosophy of ours that you cannot be a successful leader over a long period of time without having an OTHERS Focus.
And when I use this term, the topic often turns to Servant Leadership – are they one and the same?
Check out today’s episode to find out what Servant Leadership really means and how your focus can truly change your results and your life.
Five generations are in the workplace today and 40% of Americans have a boss younger than they are. What does this all mean for those of us closer to retirement? What are you going to do in the second stage of your career? Chip Conley is the author of Wisdom @ Work: The Making of a Modern Elder and Airbnb Strategic Advisor for Hospitality and Leadership. Chip and Kevin discuss a fast-changing workplace due to technology and the youth of today have the benefit of being “digital natives”. With that said, wisdom can be shared. Throughout the rapid change, we still remember that the need to understand humans is timeless. Chip tells us what it means to be a modern elder and capitalize on the qualities gained through experience, like good judgment and emotional intelligence.
Culture. Is it the current buzzword? How important is it to your organization? Karen Jaw-Madson is the principal of Co.-Design of Work Experience and author of Culture Your Culture: Innovating Experiences @Work. She was frustrated by all the talk surrounding the importance of culture yet found that most organizations did not have an intentional process to create their culture. She shares with Kevin the journey to create the book and how she purposely did not want it filled with case studies. She explains the Design of Work Experience and through this framework leaders, teams, and employees across the board can create a culture to fit their context.
I am sharing a lesson today from one of my favorite books by Og Mandino, The Greatest Miracle in the World.
In this great book, there is an incredibly powerful sentence that all leaders can learn from:
Use wisely your power of choice.
Listen to this episode to learn how you can use this power to be more effective and more successful.
Goals and goal setting. Much has been written about this topic; from importance to how to write the tasks and action items. Biagio ‘Bill’ Sciacca is the author of Goals Book: Embracing Personal Responsibility in an Age of Entitlement. Biagio not only does consulting, he has taught at the university level since 1982, and, recently, took a full-time academic post at Penn State University, where he lectures in Micro and Macro Economics, Marketing, Leadership, Strategic Management and Interpersonal Skills in Business. His first attempt at the book resulted in a lot of blank pages, where the reader was supposed to fill in their goals. He realized that this might not be helpful and takes a different approach to goal setting and encourages us to think about habit formation.
In my company, I allow my employees to choose their own job title.
I of course, did the same. And I know that I did a pretty decent job when I picked mine because when I tell people what it is, I almost always get comments on it.
But this video isn’t about my title, well not entirely. It’s about one very important word in my title…
POTENTIAL
And in this episode, I have two very important questions that leaders need to ask about potential in order to get great results.
All too often it’s the organizational norms that are preventing the company and it's people from growing. Change is rapid and relying on best practices or the playbook can be dangerous for the company and your career. Geoff Tuff is the co-author of DETONATE: Why—And How—Corporations Must Blow Up Best Practices (And Bring a Beginner’s Mind) to Survive. Geoff and Kevin discuss the DETONATE mindset, some typical best practices and why they need to be disrupted for next-generation thinking. Further, leaders at all levels need to look at what drives human behavior because that is where the change happens.
While the title of this post might have you thinking about the HVAC in your home, let me assure you that’s not what this is about.
In today’s episode, I’m talking about the filters that you see the world through as a leader – what they are and then how to change them.
Drew Dudley believes we should consciously create moments of leadership. He is the founder of Day One Leadership and author of This Is Day One: A Practical Guide To Leadership That Matters. Drew joins Kevin to talk about leadership and personal growth. We need to celebrate moments of compassion and generosity every day; not just look at leadership in blocks of time. Regardless of your role, leadership moments happen all the time and begin at the same place for everyone, Day One.
Our lives are busy – both at work and at home – and it’s easy to live in reality but not always easy to actually “see” what your reality is.
And as leaders, this is a really important distinction.
In today’s episode, I’m asking three questions to help leaders “see” their reality so that they can be more successful.
Don’t start with the problem. Think about your vision and where you want to go. Steve Shallenberger shared results of his research into what sets apart high achieving individuals in Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders. That research also led him to discover that most organizations did not have an approach to solving problems. Most leaders want their employees to bring solutions instead of problems, yet there is no process. This led him to co-write The Transformation Challenge. Steve shares stories and examples of his proprietary Six-Step Process to transform any challenge or problem.
As listeners of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, he is offering a quick start guide to help walk you through the process. You can e-mail Steve at Steve@BecomingYourBest.com and mention this podcast.
Every week for the last several years, my remote team has shared a weekly report with updates and pertinent information for the other teammates. And while this report has changed over the years, there is one component that has been consistent:
What have you learned this week?
And last week, I shared a very valuable lesson in my report that will help all leaders: When I read more, I think better.
There is absolutely no doubt that there is a connection between being a reader and being a more effective leader. So today, I’m asking you about your reading habits…
Donna Hicks, author of Leading with Dignity: How to Create a Culture That Brings Out the Best in People joins Kevin to discuss the role of dignity in leadership, relationships, and negotiations. Donna was at the table at many conflict discussions, including Israel/Palestine and Northern Ireland. What she found was that there was another conversation at the table that was non-verbal and emotional. She shares with Kevin that few of us understand the role dignity plays in leadership and when we don’t respect dignity, there are trust and conflict issues. Leaders need to walk the talk and we all need to understand how vulnerable we are.
As this releases on July 3rd, people in the U.S. might be thinking about freedom as we prepare to celebrate Independence Day. But independence doesn’t only apply in early July. Leaders can and should be thinking about independence and what it means in their teams and at work.
Feedback is as a skill that helps people get better. Margie Mauldin found that she was either a cheerleader or silent and wasn’t good at providing feedback, in part because she didn’t understand the elements of effective feedback. Through research, observation and interviews she created the Feedback Revolution: Building Relationships & Boosting Results. This book was desinged to enhance your skill set in an enjoyable, inviting and above all, practical way. At the end of the day, you want your people to improve and they want to improve. Margie shares her thoughts about ending the negative stigma associated with feedback and truly make it a tool.
In these Remarkable TV episodes, I answer questions; you ask questions; we consider questions; there are a lot of questions.
In this episode, I am proposing a question that all leaders need to ask themselves.
Long-term success is dependent on continuous learning, yet we often find that we get in our own way. Dr. Bradley Staats, author of Never Stop Learning: Stay Relevant, Reinvent Yourself, and Thrive, joins Kevin to discuss dynamic learning, both personally and organizationally. Brad describes not only a framework to help you become more effective as a lifelong learner, he discusses how you can help your team continue to learn. You must create the space for questions and thought-sharing. Further, he outlines an exercise you can do to continue to open yourself up and learn
While we’re here…
We really ought to…
Before you know it…
We’ve all been on projects or task forces or teams where scope creep completely derails our initial plans, our progress and our success.
And as leaders, scope creep WILL happen unless we are truly intentional in addressing it beforehand.
Check out this episode for tips on handling the inevitable scope creep in your organization
You have the choice to take your career seriously. Mary Abbajay is the author of Managing UP and joins Kevin to discuss how leaders, at any level, can develop strategies so you win and your boss can win. Managing Up is not about sucking up. Managing Up is about relationships, leadership, and followership. Mary shares information about different boss types and real-world examples to bridge the gap and collaborate.
In this episode, we dive further into lessons I mentioned in a previous video: setting clear and mutually understood expectations.
Tom Peters is known for many things, including being one of today’s greatest business minds. His first book, In Search of Excellence: Lessons from America’s Best-Run Companies (with Robert Waterman) was published in 1982 and may be considered the beginning of business books. Today he joins Kevin to share stories from his journey over the past 36 years and how we can use that information today. Further, he discusses his latest book, The Excellence Dividend: Meeting the Tech Tide with Work That Wows and Jobs That Last. AI is everywhere and Tom suggests that nothing will beat a dedicated workforce and a commitment to high-quality service or products.
In this episode, Tom shares his thoughts about 1. The tech tsunami. 2. Relationships.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Score Takes Care of Itself: My Philosophy of Leadership by Bill Walsh with Steve Jamison and Craig Walsh + War in 140 Characters: How Social Media Is Reshaping Conflict in the Twenty-First Century by David Patrikarakos * Learn more about Tom Peters. * Learn more about The Excellence Dividend. * Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Through research, assessments, interviews, and personal experience Elena Botelho and Kim Powell found that there are 4 behaviors successful CEO’s and leaders exhibit and share their work in a New York Times bestseller entitled The CEO Next Door: The 4 Behaviors That Transform Ordinary People into World-Class Leaders. Elena joins Kevin to discuss the behaviors and some of the myths about organizational leaders. For example, leaders are willing to make a decision and thereby willing to make mistakes. These are secrets of professional success that you can use at any stage of your career.
Chris McGoff states that darkness is not the opposite of light but is the absence of light and just waiting for the light. As such, any person can stand up a peak performance culture. He is the author of “Match in the Root Cellar: How You Can Spark a Peak Performance Culture”. This book is unique in that it is broken into two parts. The first is the story of a CEO and her team—all based on real people— and how together they achieved a peak performance culture at their company despite the odds. The second part is a straightforward guide to reference for quick answers when developing your company’s culture. Chris and Kevin discuss culture in organizations and what we will and won’t tolerate.
Reflection is an important part of moving forward. Host Kevin Eikenberry is in the guest seat today to ‘reflect’ on two years of podcasts. He shares information for want-to-be podcasters, technology challenges (we’ve all had them) and guests he would like to have. Further, he touches on the evolution of his questions and segments, and the action items he has taken from the past 100+ guests.
Kevin’s book recommendation for this episode is to go back to any previous guest and read what they are reading.
In June my newest book, The Long-Distance Leader: Rules for Remarkable Remote Leadership, was released!
And to celebrate this occasion, in this episode, I am sharing some of my best ideas from the book for leaders (or future leaders) of remote teams.
Research shows us that creativity is not for a select few. 40% of the population has the same creative potential. So, who becomes the next big tech genius, author, producer…? Allen Gannett, author of The Creative Curve: How To Develop the Right Idea, At the Right Time, shares the truth about creative success. Allen explains the mechanics of what he calls the “the creative curve” – the point of optimal tension between what is familiar and what is new. Creative people don’t just consume content, they are deliberate.
As a bonus, Allen shares some tips if you find yourself on The Wheel of Fortune.
Cash Keahey works with new and emerging leaders and is often asked what personality types make the best leaders? It’s a difficult question at best and he didn’t have the data to provide a solid answer. So, he took his interest in politics and studied successful presidents based on the assessments of 120 presidential historian-experts and accompanying analyses and authored Eight Leader Types in the White House: Discover and Leverage Your Oval Office Leadership Style. Cash used the Myers-Briggs/Jungian personality theory to develop his leadership types. We all demonstrate these styles depending on our view of the world and we evolve. He suggests we find our leadership type and jump to that presidential chapter in the book to learn more about our strengths and blind spots.
I am starting this episode with a very important question for leaders.
Commitment or compliance: WHICH do you want?
And your answer to that question will make all the difference to which you will actually get. Check out the video to learn more.
Statistics show that we spend more time with the people we work with than we do with our family. Todd Palmer, CEO of Extraordinary Advisors and author of The Job Search Process: Find & Land a Great Job in 6 Weeks or Less, discusses servant leadership and taking care of those that take care of you. He tells Kevin that there are fewer people working than 40 years ago, yet not enough people for jobs. Leaders need to be thinking about their talent search and the opportunities their companies offer. Todd also offers a bonus to listeners of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast
In leadership, there are a couple of types of problems or challenges: there are skill problems and there are habit problems.
And in today’s episode, I am sharing some ideas with you that will help you to address the habit problem of how to listen more and listen better.
Early in his career, Carter Cast sat in a tough meeting with his supervisor and learned a hard truth about himself. He says it derailed him for a time and then led to the research to understand what impeded the career progress of talented people. Carter is very candid with Kevin about that meeting and shares his research and about his book, The Right (and Wrong) Stuff: How Brilliant Careers are Made. Carter believes we must understand our own vulnerabilities to work around or manage them, so we don’t sabotage our future.
It’s inevitable that there will be “silos” in organizations – groups that operate individually and separately from the rest of the organization. And unfortunately, this can often lead to the “Them vs. Us” syndrome.
And as leaders, we need to be breaking down barriers between project teams, groups and departments so that we can be more inclusive and therefore more successful.
In today’s episode, I am giving you five pieces of advice to help you and your organization be more inclusive.
You are not alone if you are feeling overwhelmed by the changing workplace. Not only do we have more generations working side by side, we also have colleagues working a time zone away. Wayne Turmel, Kevin’s co-author of The Long-Distance Leader, joins Kevin to dig deeper into the book and share his thoughts about remote leadership. Results from their research suggested that 60% of managers feel like they don’t know what they are doing when it comes to remote working. Yes, the work is getting done and at what cost? Because we can’t rely on real-time, face-to-face communication when people work from home or the other side of the world, leaders need to change how they think, act and communicate
When we do something with intention, it’s something that is on purpose, planned and conscious.
And intentional leaders are simply better leaders.
So today, I’m giving you four things that you can do right away to be more intentional starting today.
Leadership is about behaviors. Martin Lanik a Ph.D. in industrial/organizational psychology and author of The Leader Habit had an a-ha moment years ago after he read a study that said more money was being spent on leadership development, yet there was less confidence in leading. As a scientist, he researched 800 leaders to come up with 22 core leadership skills and the micro-behaviors that leaders possess. In the Leader Habit, Martin shares 5-minute exercises that can turn anyone into an effective leader
While I mention Performance Reviews in the title of this podcast and throughout the audio many times, that is NOT my biggest focus today.
Today, I am talking about coaching and giving four specific pieces of advice to help you focus more on the coaching and less on the performance review.
Former CEO of Dollar General and now author, Cal Turner Jr., joins Kevin to talk about the family business. His father and grandfather founded Dollar General and his new book, My Father's Business: The Small-Town Values That Built Dollar General into a Billion-Dollar Company. chronicles how the small-town values with which he was raised helped him guide Dollar General from family enterprise to national powerhouse. A solid family relationship is vital to the success of a family company, especially during challenging times. However, Cal would also argue that relationships and serving others are the basis for any organization.
Trust is the foundation of some extremely important business issues. From retention to employee engagement to Customer satisfaction and productivity - you likely won't be satisfied with any of these unless there is trust.
And in order to have more trust in the workplace, we have to understand a few things about it. Check out today's episode to learn how you can foster more trust in your own workplace.
Kelly Roach believes you need to start from where you are. She is the host of the top-rated podcast Unstoppable Success Radio, CEO of Kelly Roach Coaching, and author of Unstoppable: 9 Principles For Unlimited Success In Business & Life. These principles are lessons learned from the trenches and from industry leaders and came about to help find the balance between financial success with freedom and flexibility.
Too many leaders get caught up in the power. I’m certain that you’ve met at least one or two, maybe even worked for one…
“It’s my way or the highway.”
Sound familiar?
And while it’s not always that strong, there are many subtle ways that we as leaders focus on the power of leadership.
Check out today’s episode for some easy-to-implement advice for focusing on the influence rather than the power.
Research has shown that the same receptors fire in our brain when people are introduced to changes in social systems (like organizational change) as when we are in pain. It’s no wonder that 65% of business fail at organizational change. Barbara Trautein, Ph.D. joins Kevin to discuss change intelligence. She recognized we have tools to manage change and tools to develop leaders. She also realized that we were missing the tools to develop change leadership. She is the author of the best-selling book Change Intelligence: Use the Power of CQ to Lead Change that Sticks and originator of the CQ System for Developing Change Intelligent Leaders and Organizations.
At the end of last year I wrote a blog post titled, Eight Ways to Be a Better Leader in 2018.
And in today’s video, I am focusing on just one of those ways, specifically: More Productivity Less Place.
From The Episode:
- Read the blog post here.
- Get free resources and order your copy of The Long-Distance Leader here.
Mark Miller is the Vice President of High Performance Leadership at Chick-fil-A Inc. or “The Chicken”, as he affectionately refers to it. He is also a best selling author, by accident according to Mark, and joins Kevin to discuss top talent. He recently released Talent Magnet: How To Attract And Keep The Best People. In discussions with organizational leaders, Mark found that finding and keeping good people had become the number one issue. Through not only qualitative data, but based on extensive research Mark conducted with Aon, he discovered that what keeps and attracts top talent is different than what attracts and keeps typical talent.
In this episode, Mark disusses 1. The difference between talent and top talent. 2. Three things top talent want. 3 Social media in leadership.
Don’t worry – today’s episode has nothing to do with running and really nothing to do with sports!
What I’m talking about today is helping leaders break barriers – their own and those of their team.
From This Episode:
- Learn more about and listen to episodes from The Remarkable Leadership Podcast here.
Not all mistakes are created equal. Skip Prichard is the President & CEO of OCLC, a global nonprofit computer library service and research organization. He is also the author of The Book of Mistakes: 9 Secrets to Creating a Successful Future. Through observation and research, Skip shares stories of mistakes we make that limit our potential. You have the choice to decide how you reach and where you want to go.
In this episode, Skip focuses on 1. Standing out vs. blending in. 2. Surrounding yourself with the right (or wrong) people.
If you have kids or if you were ever a kid (and I'm guessing you can answer at least one of these affirmatively??), you have asked or been asked this question before:
What did you learn today?
And while this is a very valid question, as you'll notice in the title of this blog post, it's not the question I am talking about in the video.
Instead of a REVIEW question, I am talking about a PREVIEW question.
From This Episode:
- Learn more and sign up for the 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership video series here.
- Sign up to receive emails about new Remarkable TV episodes here.
Gary Brackett went from an undrafted free agent to football captain and Superbowl champion. Post football, he is a community leader and entrepreneur. How did someone 5’10” and 230 pounds get to these positions? He played from the neck up and joins Kevin to talk about consistency and repetition. Lessons he learned on the playing field transfer to his role as the owner of Brackett Restaurant Group and founder of The Impact Foundation. He shares the importance of continuing to read, learn, train and invest in yourself to make your next “quarter” better.
The commercials during the Super Bowl have become just as popular as the actual sporting event itself, and this year, there was one that was even more popular and memorable for The Kevin Eikenberry Group.
And...it provided some valuable leadership lessons for me, my team and really all leaders.
From This Episode:
- Watch the Pringles commercial here.
- Learn more and listen to the Remarkable Leadership podcast here.
Leading and learning are hooked together; not surprising or new information. Kay Peterson, founder of the Institute for Experiential Learning and co-author of How You Learn is How You Live joins Kevin to discuss how we can increase our capability to learn from the experiences throughout our lives. Kay talks about learning styles and how they can be applied to not only be a more effective learner, but also a more effective leader.
In this episode, Kay:
- Defines experiential learning.
- Discusses the learning cycle and learning styles.
- Shares her thoughts on learning flexibility.
Today I’m using a metaphor with boiling water that provides concrete and easy tips to help leaders remain calm and collected so that they can better communicate with and lead their team.
From The Episode:
- Watch last week’s episode, Before the Benefit of the Doubt, here.
- Subscribe to receive email notifications about new Remarkable TV episodes here.
Focus will get you to average. Top performers not only focus but obsess over a few things according to Morten Hansen. Morten is the author of Great at Work: How Top Performers Do Less, Work Better, and Achieve More and joins Kevin to discuss his research on the practices of top leaders. Based on data collected from surveys, case studies and a few years of statistical analysis, Morten defines practices of top performers (including a practice that was surprising). These can be applied by any leader looking to maximize their time and performance.
In this episode, Morten shares:
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7 Practices of top leaders.
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Rules and sins of collaboration.
Additional Resources:
When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Dan Pink http://amzn.to/2FVftLZ
https://www.mortenhansen.com/
Despite our best intentions, it’s sometimes hard NOT to assume or misinterpret someone’s intentions or jump to the negative.
And while we all know that giving someone the benefit of the doubt or assuming the positive is the correct answer to the situation, it’s also hard to make this complete jump from negative to positive.
Today, I’m presenting an alternative – an alternative with four major bonuses that will help you be more successful as a leader and as a person.
From This Episode:
- Learn more and sign up for 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership here.
Organizational culture is almost becoming cliché. Yet, culture is vital to both employee and customer experiences. Brand expert Denise Lee Yohn and author of Fusion: How Integrating Brand and Culture Powers the World’s Greatest Companies shares insight to building a culture unique to you and aligning that culture with your brand. You need to connect the internal view (what it’s like to work here) with the external view (how people see you).
In this episode, Kevin and Denise discuss 1. Lessons to create fusion at any level. 2. Brand types. 3. Artifacts and rituals.
Having a highly committed team takes investment and time. And achieving this valuable objective requires one thing to happen first.
Check out this episode to find out the secret to a more committed team.
From This Episode:
- Read the original blog post, Eight Ways to Be a Better Employee in 2018, here.
- Watch previous episodes here.
- Sign up to for the 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership video series here.
The height of your team’s performance is directly related to the depth of connection among its members. Jeff Manchester, co-author of THE POWER OF VULNERABILITY: How to Create a Team of Leaders by Shifting INward, discusses vulnerability in the workplace. To see greater results, we need to develop a culture that builds in confidentiality.
In this episode, learn about 1. INpowerment vs. Empowerment. 2. Vulnerability in the workplace. 3. Role of a leader to create deeper connections.
Today we're talking about complacency. Unfortunately, it's all too easy to become complacent in some area of our lives. And I've heard more than one leader say, "I've let myself slip and become complacent."
So today, I'm giving us solutions.
Check out this episode for five specific tips to help you combat complacency, to have more learning and be more productive and successful.
From This Episode:
- Read the original blog post, Eight Ways to Be a Better Employee in 2018, here.
- Watch previous episodes here.
- Sign up to receive an email when we release a new Remarkable TV episode here.
- Learn more and listen to The Remarkable Leadership Podcast here.
Managing people is complex, amazing and messy. Carol Sanford challenges they way we think about leadership and best practices. She is the author of several books, including her latest, The Regenerative Business, which shifts our way of working so that we see innovation, financial gain, and customer loyalty while building human capacity. She tasks leaders to questions build educational infrastructure to focus on reflection.
In this episode, Carol discusses 1. Promise beyond ableness. 2. Toxic best practices (and the instead).
While the title of this post is about taking ownership, in truth, it's about accountability.
And accountability starts with ownership.
If we want to model the right behavior for our teams, it starts with us. In this episode, I'm asking a series of question to help us think about how we are behaving and how we can help to set the right example for our team.
From This Episode:
- Read the original blog post, Eight Ways to Be a Better Employee in 2018, here.
- Watch previous episodes here.
- Sign up to receive an email when we release a new Remarkable TV episode here.
How can we leverage differences to achieve our business goals? The idea of diversity has been around for years and we need to move beyond that to succeed. Jane Hyun, author of Flex: The New Playbook for Managing Across Differences, discusses cultural fluency to navigate across groups. This is vital today as we have seen shifts in not only the demographics of our workforce (i.e. Millennials) but with our investors, vendors, suppliers…
In this episode, find out about 1. Cultural fluency. 2. Flexing. 3. Power distance.
We are all busy. Ask five people how they’ve been and I can almost guarantee that you will hear more than once, “I’ve been busy.” In fact, the idea of “busyness” has almost become a badge of honor.
But the whole idea behind busy is it’s all about activity. We’re doing a bunch of stuff, a bunch of tasks. But what are we really accomplishing?
We need to shift our focus from ACTIVITY to ACCOMPLISHMENTS.
From This Episode:
- Read the original blog post, Eight Ways to Be a Better Employee in 2018, here.
- Watch previous episodes here.
- Sign up to receive an email when we release a new Remarkable TV episode here.
How do we use moments of stress to create something better? Ama Marston is co-author (with her mom) of Type R: Transformative Resilience for Thriving in a Turbulent World. She joins Kevin to discuss challenges; personal, professional, and global and skills you need to hone to bounce back. Type-R’s look to turn challenges into opportunities and find ways to grow from experiences.
In this episode, learn about:
- Resilience vs. transformative resilience.
- Type-R skill sets.
- How leaders can nurture Type-R skills.
- Global implications.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Still Life by Louise Penny + Everybody Matters: My Life Giving Voice by Mary Robinson + The Unnatural World: The Race to Remake Civilization in Earth's Newest Age by David Biello * Learn more about Type-R Resilience. * Follow Ama Marston on Twitter. * Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Respect in the workplace (and unfortunately, lack thereof) is a hot topic in the media today. And it’s an extremely important one for leaders.
I’m focusing on the importance of not just being more respectful but also less judgmental – what this means to us as leaders and employees and how we can do it more successfully.
From This Episode:
- Read the original blog post, Eight Ways to Be a Better Employee in 2018, here.
- Listen to and subscribe to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast here.
Paul Cummings, the author of It All Matters: 125 Strategies to Achieve Maximum Confidence, Clarity, Certainty, and Creativity, joins Kevin to talk about the power of a single decision and shares insights into some of the strategies to achieve the 4 C’s. To keep your team from getting stuck in the rut of average, you should move along the continuum from teaching to coaching to mentoring.
In this episode, find out about
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The importance of mindset for a leader.
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How leaders can create a mindset for their teams.
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Commitment to discipline.
No one will argue that they want to work for a selfish or ego-maniacal boss. That’s pretty basic. And…in order to ensure that we aren’t being selfish and that we are being selfless, we need to be more aware of our behavior and how it’s perceived.
So today, I’m giving you simple tips for how to be more aware, more others-focused and therefore more successful overall.
From This Episode:
- Read the original blog post, Eight Ways to Be a Better Employee in 2018, here.
- Watch the other two episodes in this series: Step Away From Your Computer and Be More Focused.
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Leading from a distance can seem difficult, yet it is still about leadership, and the principles of leadership haven’t changed—they are principles. In this episode, Kevin is in the visitor’s seat to talk about the opportunities and challenges with leading a remote team. He gives us a preview into The Long-Distance Leader, scheduled for a June 2018 release and shares some takeaways we can implement today.
In this episode, learn more about 1. Nuances of remote leadership. 2. The importance of trust and communication. 3. Challenges of remote working.
There is no question about the value that technology has brought to our lives - both personally and professionally. It allows us to do infinitely more than we have ever been able to before. AND...there are times when we need to step away and have personal, live, real communication.
Check out today's episode for easy tips on how leaving technology behind can improve your relationships and your results.
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Does your forecasted future provoke an insight that leads to action? Bob Johansen is a distinguished fellow with the Institute for the Future and author or co-author of ten books. Bob’s latest book, The New Leadership Literacies, moves beyond skills and looks at new leadership literacies that will be needed to survive in a VUCA world. He joins Kevin to discuss a futurist view of how companies should think about leadership.
This is the beginning of an 8-part series designed to help you be a better employee and therefore a better leader.
And today we’ll dig deeper into how to be more focused and less distracted.
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Andy Cunningham knows that positioning is more than just a marketing term, it is the formulation of a business strategy. Andy is the author of Get to Aha! Discover Your Positioning DNA and Dominate Your Competition and shares the framework she uses to transform markets and industries. Regardless of your title within the organization, you need to understand your company’s DNA to create alignment and clarity within your team.
Statistics show we are moving to more video interactions, both personal (social media) and professional (remote working). Vern Oakley, author of LEADERSHIP IN FOCUS: Bringing Out Your Best On Camera and veteran filmmaker, joins Kevin to discuss and provide advice to leaders so that they express their authenticity on camera. This is a skill any leader needs to embrace and learn so they can inspire and influence without the immediate feedback.
You don’t need to be a special person to be a high-stakes leader; we all have those qualities. Further, these qualities can be strengthened in those who want to reach their leadership potential. Constance Dierickx specializes in working with organizations in high-stakes transitions (such as mergers and acquisitions) and is the author of High-Stakes Leadership: Leading Through Crisis with Courage, Judgment, and Fortitude. She joins Kevin to talk about these core leadership qualities.
Patty McCord challenges the notion of “best practices” and believes they make teams complacent and can turn a workplace toxic. In this episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Patty shares with Kevin that these were her frustrations, which led to the book, Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility. Patty discusses what she learned as the COO of the Culture at Netflix and believes people come to work with a desire to make an impact. You don’t need to empower employees, they should already have power.
Karyn Schoenbart, author of Mom B.A. joins Kevin to share some practical advice from the trenches of the workplace. Whether you are just joining a team or whether you are leading a team, we all could use a bit of motherly advice to continue to build our careers. Karyn shares tips on questions people are afraid to ask or don’t even recognize they should ask.
Anyone with a new paradigm is initially seen as a heretic. They challenge our routine. Cort Dial, author of Heretics to Heroes: A Memoir on Modern Leadership, joins Kevin to discuss that new ideas are uncomfortable and often lead to progress. There are heretics in every organization and if you find yourself in that role you cannot bulldoze your way through. You need to nurture relationships, have conversations, and build enrollment
Engineers and space aficionados, as well as leaders, this episode is for you. Paul Hill spent 25 years in NASA’s Mission Control, learning and living the values he now evangelizes. He is the author of Leadership from the Mission Control Room to the Boardroom and joins Kevin to discuss rocket science, learning from the past, and management. He offers an insider’s perspective on the leadership values and culture that have been critical for NASA’s “impossible” wins.
In this episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we get the chance to boost our trivia knowledge with a history lesson. Dr. Howard Markel, the author of The Kelloggs The Battling Brothers of Battle Creek, joins Kevin to discuss the story of the Kellogg brothers; their relationship and the building of an empire. Dr. John Harvey Kellogg was the big brother and one of America’s most beloved physicians. In his time, he was a best-selling author, lecturer, health-magazine publisher; and founder of the famed Battle Creek Sanitarium. His youngest brother, Will, who worked with him became the founder of the Battle Creek Toasted Corn Flake Company, which revolutionized the mass production of food and what we eat for breakfast. Their dynamic and strained relationship help us identify different leadership strengths (and weaknesses) and dependence on each other for success.
As Nate Regier mentions, Google conflict and it will autofill with mediation and resolution. This puts conflict in a negative light and what would happen if we looked at it as the creation of something new? Nate, a clinical Psychologist, expert in social-emotional intelligence and leadership, and author joins Kevin to discuss how accountability, compassion and apologies play a role in conflict.
Talking points: compassionate accountability, the compassion cycle, the role of a leader in team conflict, and how to apologize.
Aaron Walker started his first business at 18 and selling to a Fortune 500 company nine short years later. Having a strong desire for personal development has kept Aaron in a weekly mastermind group for more than a decade with Dave Ramsey, Dan Miller, Ken Abraham and seven other notable Nashvillians. Aaron joins Kevin to discuss not only his new book, View From The Top, but to share examples of leading with a growth mindset. His philosophy is that an effective leader encourages others to get what they want.
What is the secret formula for success and happiness? Mike Whitaker, author of The Decision Makeover: An Intentional Approach to Living the Life You Want joins Kevin to discuss how our decisions, and we need to take ownership, can impact and shape our professional and personal lives. Mike offers insight into the types of decisions we make and the importance of connecting goal setting to our decision-making process.
Loyalist teams are 40 times more productive and less than 15% of all teams are true loyalist teams. Linda Adams and Rebecca Teasdale, co-authors of The Loyalist Team, join Kevin to discuss the research that led to their book and learn some of predictable, repeatable traits the best teams in the world share. Leaders need to create an environment where you can raise the “real” issues and move your mission forward.
Gallup says 51% of the workforce is not engaged. Jeff McManus joins Kevin to discuss how you get your people on board and excited. Jeff is the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi and the author of Growing Weeders Into Leaders. He shares his experience of managing a multi-million-dollar landscaping beautification implementation project with minimal resources. He knew that growing the mindset of his team would be critical to results.
The art of a good story. It is interactive and uses words and actions to engage the listener and encourage imagination. Sandy Coletta is the former President of Kent Hospital and Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of a Care New England. She joins Kevin to talk about her leadership journey and how it lead to her new book, The Owl Approach to Storytelling: Lead with Your Life. She suggests that we all have roles/positions in our organizations and stories need to come from the heart. Leaders should leaders open themselves up to using their own life stories to enhance employee engagement and achieve organizational goals.
In this episode, learn about:
- Storytelling in leadership.
- How to find the right stories.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + The Outlander Series by Diana Gabaldon + Whack-a-Mole: The Price We Pay For Expecting Perfection by David Marx + Dave's Subs: A Novel Story About Workplace Accountability by David Marx * Learn more about The Owl Approach to Storytelling: Lead with Your Life * Follow Sandy Coletta on: LinkedIn and Facebook. * Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Your leadership path should be a journey of purpose; the intersection of your gifts and how those gifts can serve others. Kevin Cashman, best-selling author, global thought leader and CEO Coach, joins Kevin to discuss growth; both personal and leadership. He also offers insight into the 3rd Edition of Leadership From the Inside Out, originally published 20 years ago. In today’s world, so-called soft skills no longer can be dismissed as “nice-to-haves.” His research shows they are foundational for high performance and enduring value creation.
We all dream big and yet we keep adding things to our to-do list keeping us from those dreams. Further, we boast about checking 20 tasks off our list by 8:30 AM, yet did you ask yourself if that task really needed to be done? Lisa Bodell, founder, and CEO of futurethink and author of Why Simple Wins, joins Kevin to chat about simplicity in organizations. Lisa goes over questions we can ask to help define simplicity and what can leaders do to recognize the activities that suck time and those that create value.
The dreaded presentation. The word may cause you to feel some anxiety because you are the presenter or you because you are in the audience. Today, Joey Asher, author and coach, talks about going beyond the presentation. Leaders at all levels need to give more than just the data. Their audience, their listeners, their employees, need the story behind the data to make a real connection.
In this episode, Joey discusses 1. The importance of presentation skills to leaders. 2. Fundamental principles to enhancing presentations. 3. The impact of Q&A.
Goals and vision are important to organizational growth and if we cannot connect with our employees do they work? Cortney McDermott, author of Change Starts Within You and former CEO, helps us understand that people come to change in a variety of ways. Leaders need to come from a place of a strong shared vision and move people to their genius.
In this episode, Kevin and Cortney discuss:
- Miserably successful and authenticity.
- Change and leadership.
- Sustainability and problem-solving.
Website: www.cortinc.com
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/cortneymcdermott
Facebook: @cortneymcdermott
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Culture, values, and ownership are words organizations use every day. Do you really know what they mean for, your team, and your organization? Kevin and Joe Tye, author and CEO and Head Coach of Values Coach, discuss corporate culture. Joe challenges us to think about corporate values and define your culture in 6 words. These need to be intentional and unique to create the workplace you want.
Improvement is not linear. We get better and we hit a plateau. Further, it becomes difficult to find the resources to help us get better. Mark Sanborn, president of Sanborn & Associates, Inc., an idea studio dedicated to developing leaders in business and in life and author joins Kevin to discuss potential and results. His latest book, The Potential Principle, focuses on closing the gap between how good you are now and how good you can be.
In this episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Victor Prince and Kevin take you on a journey along the Camino Way. The Camino de Santiago is a series of ancient trails across Spain. This was once a spiritual route and now often used by hiking enthusiasts, Victor spent a month hiking the trail as he had the time and the desire. He did not expect to write a book about his adventure and yet the trail gave him time to focus on the 7 values pilgrims are asked to follow while on the trail and how those values can help in work and life off the Camino.
Brian Buffini, the author of The Emigrant Edge – How to Make It Big in America and trainer, came to America at 19 looking for a tan. An accident and medical bills provided him an opportunity to live the American Dream, for which he is grateful. Today he runs a multi-million dollar company where all the employees hold each other accountable for the core values. Kevin and Brian discuss learning, gratitude and the importance of self-leadership.
How many times have you heard, “there is a schmuck in my office”? Maybe, you have made that comment yourself. In this episode, Kevin is joined by Dr. Jody Foster. Dr. Foster is the author of The Schmuck in My Office and a clinical psychiatrist whose practice includes corporate development that provides support and evaluation services to executives. She shares her thoughts on recognizing, understanding and managing disruptive behaviors in the workplace.
In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Foster discuss:In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Foster discuss:
- Examples of difficult personality types.
- Coaching teams to deal with disruptive behavior.
- What happens when you are the schmuck.
Additional Leadership ResourcesAdditional Leadership Resources Book Recommendations: + Hatchet by Gary Paulsen + Saving Zasha by Randi Barrow * Learn more about The Schmuck in My Office*. * Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Leaders need to step forward to champion the human spirit. Margaret Wheatley, author of nine books, from the classic Leadership and the New Science to her newest book, released, in June 2017, Who Do We Choose To Be? Facing Reality, Claiming Leadership, Restoring Sanity shares her perspective on behaviors in leadership. As society changes, as our world grows closer through technology, we need our leaders to focus on generosity, patience, and compassion.
In this episode, Margaret talks about:
- Islands of Sanity.
- The importance of Listening.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Magicians of the Gods by Graham Hancock + Fingerprints of the Gods by Graham Hancock * Learn more about Margaret Wheatley. * Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Author of Influenced Redefined and Yes You Can! Everything You Need from A to Z to Influence Others to Take Action, Stacey Hanke joins Kevin to discuss the importance of consistency Monday to Monday®. Influence is a choice we make and you need to reflect on your daily actions and communication.
In this episode, Stacey:
- Redefines influence.
- Provides advice to public speaking.
- Gives examples of prepared feedback.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Real Leadership: 9 Simple Practices for Leading and Living with Purpose by John Addison * Learn more about Stacey Hanke. * Follow Stacey on: Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. * Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
What started as a simple article about the greatest sports teams turned into a more meaningful look at how to evaluate greatness and leadership. It also took Sam Walker 12 years and 300 pages to define criteria, research teams, and publish The Captain Class. Regardless of whether you consider yourself a sports fan, Sam and Kevin discuss leadership principles across the board. Sam also provides some tips or ideas on how to find the leader in your room.
Additional Leadership Resources
- Book Recommendations:
- Principles of Race Driving by Ayrton Senna
- Learn more about Sam Walker.
- Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader
- Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership.
- Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
We are all tasked with growing our organization, regardless of our title or role. Robert Glazer, author of Performance Partnerships: The Checkered Past, Changing Present and Exciting Future of Affiliate Marketing joins Kevin to discuss how affiliate marketing can be a strategy to growth. The concepts can be used at a high level with your brand or in the middle of your organization to standardize business development. It’s about creating relationships with customers and clients.
Book Recommendations and Resources:
- Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
- Acceleration Partners
- Friday Forward
- Performance Partnerships
- Follow Robert Glazer on: Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
- Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader
- Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership.
- Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Company culture has become a bit of a buzzword and your culture does impact the bottom line. Today, Kevin is joined by Kris Boesch, CEO and founder of Choose People and author of Culture Works: How to Create Happiness in the Workplace. Kris shares her thoughts about culture and research surrounding why they chose to measure happiness. She also provides some real-world examples and ideas on how to shift your culture.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- How the bottom line is tied to happiness in the workplace.
- How the $100 tool can create impact.
- Organizational triangle.
Additional Leadership Resources * Book Recommendations: + Tools of the Titans by Tim Ferriss + Culture Works: How to Create Happiness in the Workplace * Learn more about Kris Boesch * Follow Kris Boesch on: Twitter and LinkedIn. * Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader * Sign up for our free video training series, 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Leadership lessons surround us. Often, these are born out of conflict and/or crisis. Steven Howard, 18-time author, chat with Kevin about his latest book Leadership Lessons from the Volkswagen Saga, a story of deliberate corporate deception that has impacted the automaker’s car brands, leadership structure, etc. They discuss cultures within organizations and consequences around said cultures; intended or not. Further, Steve also speaks to cross-cultural organizations, having lived ½ his life overseas. As leaders, we need to be sure to understand the differences of our counterparts.
In this episode, find out about:
- Lessons from the Volkswagen Saga.
- Cross-cultural leadership.
- Insights to authorship.
A coaching conversation starts with you and your intention. How will you try to be helpful in your interactions with others so they walk away feeling inspired or leaning a new perspective? Gregg Thompson, author of The Master Coach, and President of Bluepoint Leadership, joins Kevin to discuss coaching as a discipline and the impact on performance and career acceleration.
In this episode, Kevin and Gregg:
- Define a coaching culture
- The role of coaching on performance management
- Core dimensions of coaching
Book Recommendations and Resources:
- Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box by The Arbinger Institute
- Website
Jim Kerr, one of today’s foremost thinkers on organizational design and culture transformation, joins Kevin to talk about culture creation in your organization and how leaders at all levels can use stories to engage and create buy-in. He also shares some insights from his latest book, It’s Good to Be King. Jim focuses on the fundamentals of steady of responsible leadership and the importance of these lessons as you continue your leadership journey.
Regardless of your leadership status, you should treat your role as if your job to make other people successful. Jacob Morgan didn’t always feel he has those type of managers and as a result decided to look at the workplace from the people to the infrastructure. In his latest book, The Employee Experience Advantage, Morgan analyzes over 250 global organizations to determine how to create an organization where people genuinely want, not need to show up to work. Kevin and Jacob delve into employee experiences and what we need to look for in the future.
The Entrepreneur’s Book of Actions breaks down actions leaders/entrepreneurs can take to make small daily changes for a big impact. Rhett Power, award-winning entrepreneur (Wild Creations), consultant, speaker and author joins Kevin to talk about his book and his leadership journey. He shares insights on working without capital and how to persevere through the not so great times.
Former mathematics professor turned author, Robert Pool, joins Kevin to discuss what you can do to truly improve a skill set. Whether it’s an instrument, a sport, or how to be a more effective leader to be better requires purposeful practice. The only way to progress is learning about what you are doing wrong and what the “best” are doing right.
Leaders invest in relationships and continue to evolve to remain relevant to that relationship. David Nour thought leader on the topic of business relationships for more than 25 years joins Kevin to discuss his latest book, Co-Create: How Your Business Will Profit from Innovative and Strategic Collaboration. Co-creation means finding the common goal, sharing the same vision and working together through your strategic relationship to achieve the next big thing.
When it comes to leading an organization or a team, you need to be relevant. Thomas Barta, former McKinsey partner and senior marketer chats with Kevin about his recent book, The 12 Powers of a Marketing Leader. Thomas and his co-author, Patrick Barwise, conducted the largest ever global study of marketing leadership to answer the question: what makes an effective and successful marketing leader? This discussion and lessons learned can be applied regardless of your role in an organization.
If you want to raise your leadership profile, you need to be concise and intentional about your career. In other words, what is your strategy to make sure you are at the table and voicing your opinion. In this episode, Sue Ritchie, a leadership coach from the UK, joins Kevin to look at how stretching your comfort zone can help you take important steps in your leadership journey.
What are you working on? This is a question leaders and potential leaders are asked all the time. Simple enough and your answer needs to show connection. Today Kevin is joined by Dianna Booher. Dianna is the author of 47 books and Founder of Booher Consultants, a communication training firm, and then more recently founder of Booher Research Institute. They discuss aspects of strategic communication, leadership, connection and humor in the workplace.
Leaders are coaches. They ask the right questions and they deliver messages with empathy. Lolly Daskal, founder of Lead from Within and the most inspiring person in the world according to the Huffington Post, shares with Kevin her thoughts on coaching and how it can be used to empower and engage people to reach their potential.
Today David Burkus joins Kevin to discuss his latest book, Under New Management, which challenges traditional workplace policiesand proves that they are dated or simply not working — and reveals what does. David is also an associate professor of management at Oral Roberts University and speaks to the new generation of employees, aka Millennials.
Organizations that grow focus on focus. This allows them to prioritize and allows them to say “no”. Join Kevin and Dr. Alison Eyring, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Organisation Solutions, as they discuss growth philosophy in both work and sport. Alison, a trained organizational psychologist, helps us understand performance, our capacity, and competence in roles. In addition, she has lived in Asia for the past 20 years and brings us a different cultural perspective.
Mark Deterding, founder and principal of Triune Leadership Services, works with organizations and individuals to create a culture of servant leadership. In this episode, Kevin and Mark discuss how high performing leaders continue to assess each individual and build energy accordingly. They also look at emerging leaders and how they can enter the role with humility.
Leadership is all about behavior. In this episode, Angie Morgan and Kevin discuss the leadership development journey. Angie is founder of Lead Star and served as a Captain in the United States Marine Corps and emphasizes that you can’t wait until you (or your employees) are in a leadership role before introducing leadership concepts. When people learn leadership, they spark.
It’s great to have goals and they will most likely fail without execution, according to Stephen Lynch. Stephen is the Head of Strategy and Consulting at RESULTS.com, a business productivity software platform. Stephen and Kevin discuss key elements for successful execution and how to find that “bigness balance”. Stephen also advises on how to create a core value statement, which can help lead to accountability.
Can an introvert be an effective leader? Most definitely, according to Jennifer Kahnweiler, global speaker and bestselling author known as the “Champion of Introverts." Jennifer and Kevin discuss both introverts and extroverts, how we all fall on the scale somewhere, and how we can work with our opposite.
Does a leader need to know all the answers and tell others what to do? Bob Tiede, the brain child behind leadingwithquestions.com, would argue that there is value in that and leaders (and their teams) are more successful when one leads with questions. Kevin and Bob discuss how to strengthen your skills to lead by asking
Howard Behar led Starbuck’s domestic business as President of North America, and he became the founding President of Starbucks International opening the very first store outside of North America in Japan. He is also the author of It’s Not About the Coffee and The Magic Cup. Today he joins Kevin to chat about servant leadership, growing your organization and finding joy in it all. He suggests that performance matters in all aspects of our lives and influence does not come from power but form serving other people
Per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Millennials will be the largest generation in the workforce by the end of 2015. They bring a different bias and experience to the workplace and new ideas to relationships. Dan Negroni, founder of Launchbox and author of Chasing Relevance, discusses how to relate with our colleagues and bridge that generation gap and improve employee engagement.
Great work has both impact and meaning, per Michael Bungay Stanier. Michael is the author of The Coaching Habit and Do More Great Work. He is also the founder and Senior Partner of Box of Crayons, a company that helps organizations all over the world do less Good Work and more Great Work. Michael and Kevin discuss the concept and core attributes of great work. Further, how a leader needs to be a catalyst for their team and ways to move the team towards more great work.
“I love to see people impacted by a great experience”, says Chip Bell, a renowned keynote speaker and the author of several best-selling books. In this episode, Kevin and Chip discuss some differences between customer service and innovative service. Further, how you can move from just value added to value unique and create a story for your customers to tell.
Leadership is an ongoing process and great leaders continue to learn because they are curious. They don’t necessarily learn from their experiences but by reflecting on their experiences. Kevin and Wally Bock discuss learning goals, relationships, and why to “not be the event.” Wally learned leadership as a U. S. Marine, an executive in a multi-national corporation, and as the owner of a small business focused on improving leadership for his clients.
“You’ve got moxie, kid”. We hear it in the moves but what does it mean? Join Kevin and John Baldoni, author of MOXIE: The Secret of Bold and Gusty Leadership (among other books), as they discuss gumption, guts and the resilience to pursue. Leaders need to be open to the learning process and not ashamed of defeat. The question is what are you going to do next? How do you take those lessons and bring you team together to thrive? If you don’t have self-doubt, you may be delusional.
Leadership is leadership, according to Major General David Bassett, Program Executive Officer for Ground Combat Systems. In today’s episode, Major General Bassett shares insight to leading and managing high visibility and high dollar programs. He challenges us to understand our role within the organization and recognize that if we have to use our title/position to get what we want we haven’t properly instilled the values of the organization.
Leadership is not charging the hill; that is authority. Leadership comes before that. Jon Knokey, former NCAA quarterback, businessman, and author of Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of American Leadership, shares leadership lessons from Teddy Roosevelt. Learn about ‘work at the center’ and how Roosevelt looked at the big picture and positioned himself and America for leadership.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Authenticity and leadership.
- Creating clarity in your work.
- Journey of leadership.
Additional Leadership Resources * Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of American Leadership * Making of American Leadership * Jon's Book Recommendations Travels with Carley by John Steinbeck and Don Quixote by Miguel De Cervantes * Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader * Sign up for our free video training series, 20 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Show Notes: There is more to vision than the end result; you need to be clear of the purpose. Jesse Lyn Stoner, founder of the Seapoint Center for Collaborative Leadership and international best-selling author of Full Steam Ahead! Unleash the Power of Vision, co-authored with Ken Blanchard, shares her research and personal journey to understanding leadership vision.
For over 30 years, Arbinger has dedicated themselves to researching and exploring the power of mindset and understanding human motivation. In this episode, Jim Ferrell explains the difference between inward and outward mindset and shares some of their research on how the mindset we choose can ultimately determine our success as leaders. He'll share resources to help determine your mindset as well as how to manage and lead those who are different from you.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- The difference between an inward and outward mindset.
- How your choice of mindset can fundamentally affect your life and your success in life.
- Simple tools to help you assess your (or your team's) mindset.
- How to manage different mindsets within your team and organization.
Additional Leadership Resources * Jim's Book Recommendations And There Was Light by Jacques Lusseyran * Take the Mindset Audit and Arbinger Leadership Assessment. * Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader * Sign up for our free video training series, 20 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Like most companies, the Dwyer Group has an official mission statement and vision; however, unlike most companies, they also have a Code of Values that each employee is urged to know and follow by heart. (Associates even carry a Code of Values card so that they think about them at all times!) In this episode, Dina Dwyer-Owens talks about how putting company culture and values front and center translated to massive success, growing a small, one brand business into a national success with 11 service-based organizations with more than 2,500 franchises in 11 countries.
Leading during a time of change often comes with much resistance, which brings many challenges to move forward. If you're struggling with leading change, join change advisor, speaker, and author, Rick Maurer as he reveals his change model, the "Energy Bar," which allows leaders to get a better understanding of employees' resistance of change and how to turn opposition into support.
If you're interested in leadership, this is one episode you CANNOT afford to miss! Join Mitch Daniels, president of Purdue University and former governor of Indiana, as he discusses what it takes to be ranked in Fortune Magazine's Top 50 World Leaders.
We're all living in the "Age of Overload," in which everyone deals with the epidemic of "busyness," but what can we do about it? Join Juliet Funt, owner and founder of WhiteSpace at Work, as she offers constructive advice and tips to become more productive and successful in both your work and home life.
Want better business results and success? Then today's episode is one you won't want to miss! Join Bruce Bolger, "Mr. Engagement," and Managing Director of EEA,the Enterprise Engagement Alliance, as we discuss what REAL engagement means, and how fostering proactive involvement with others will get you on the fast track to sustainable success!
In today's not-to-be-missed episode, Doug Conant, founder of Conant Leadership, former CEO and President of Campbell Soup, and best-selling author, turns leadership on its head, by asserting that daily interruptions leaders face are actually the moments that hold the greatest opportunity for effective leadership. Whether you're new to the leadership game or a seasoned champion, this is one episode you cannot miss!
How can leaders generate loyalty, turn enemies into allies and allies into devoted followers? Sometimes we must go back in order to move forward. Join Phillip Barlag, an executive director of leadership consulting firm, World 50, and author of "The Leadership Genius of Julius Caesar," as he shows us how Caesar's life and career lessons highlight the qualities needed for any leader to increase collaboration, camaraderie and success!
Are you encouraging engagement in your workplace? In today's episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, co-founder of E Pluribus Partners and author of "Fired Up or Burned Out: How to Reignite Your Team’s Passion, Creativity and Productivity," Michael Stallard discusses the leader's role in employee engagement, why culture is ESSENTIAL to the workplace, and how you can create engaging connections with your employees, regardless if your role in the workplace. Join us for this "engaging" discussion that might just change your thinking about employee engagement!
Are you the best-kept secret in your organization? What does it take to be recognized as an emerging leader? In today's episode of the Remarkable Leadership podcast, CEO of Women’s Leadership Coaching, Inc., Inc., founding editor of Be Leaderly, and author of the upcoming book, "She’s Got Clout: How to Become A Rising Woman of Influence," Jo Miller offers innovative tips and techniques that every up-and-coming leader needs to be successful and influential in any organization!"
Do you feel like it's an everyday battle just to accomplish anything on your to-do list? You aren't alone! In today's episode, we explore productivity and it's role in today's non-stop culture with author, productivity trainer, and the developer of the acclaimed Empowered Productivity™ System, Maura Thomas.
Want to know the secret to success? Today's guest, Jim Butler, owner of multiple multi-million dollar enterprises and best-selling author of "The System is the Secret," knows a thing or two about what it takes to be successful in business. In today's episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Jim shows us why systematic thinking and processes are essential for success in both leadership and business. If you're looking for best practices to create success in your own life, this episode is one your won't want to miss!
Strong communities help people support one another, share their passions, and achieve big goals. And they don't magically occur; they can be purposefully cultivated, whether they’re in a company, a faith institution or among friends and enthusiasts. In today's episode, executive consultant and author of his new book, "The Art of Community: 7 Principles for Belonging," Charles Vogl lays out seven time-tested principles for growing enduring, effective and connected communities.
What makes an exceptional leader so great, and how can we become better leaders for those we lead? In this episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, best-selling author and founder of The Extreme Leadership Institute, Steve Farber, joins us to examine what true leadership means, as well as what we as leaders should strive to do to make both ourselves and those we lead become better in the long run.
What does it take to lead a remote team? Is it really more challenging than managing in-house? Today's guest, author and co-founder of The Remote Leadership Institute, Wayne Turmel, sheds some light on the unique aspects of leading remotely, and offers insightful tips on how you can successfully handle the challenges that remote leaders face daily. Today's episode is definitely not one you want to miss, regardless of your leadership situation!
What do wine and rock 'n' roll have in common with leadership, you may ask? Turns out, everything, for today's guest, Maynard James Keenan. Most known for his Grammy-winning music and as front man of Tool, A Perfect Circle, and his "musical cabaret", Puscifer, Keenan also owns and runs his own winery, Caduceus, in Arizona. A prime example of how creativity, innovation, and resilience make up a large part of being a successful leader, this is one podcast episode that can't be missed!
In this episode, you'll discover:
- How positive reinforcement -- either through behaviors or actions -- impacts others towards a path to success.
- Why resilience and a hard-working ethic matters, regardless of your occupation.
- The difference between creative and utilitarian processes, and why they should go hand-in-hand.
Additional Leadership Resources * Velvetslippersclub.com * Puscifer.com * Caduceus.org * Toolband.com * Aperfectcircle.com * The book Maynard is reading, The Hero with 1000 Faces by Joseph Campbell. * Sign up for our free video training series, 20 Days to Remarkable Leadership. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.
Why are some brands and people more captivating and memorable than others? In a distracted, overcrowded world, how do some leaders break through the noise to influence behavior, beliefs, and buying decisions? In today’s episode of The Remarkable Leadership podcast, I'm joined by world-class branding expert, researcher, and bestselling author, of "Fascinate: Your 7 Triggers to Persuasion and Captivation," Sally Hogshead, as we explore the "Fascination Advantage," and its application in entrepreneurship and leadership. If you've ever wondered how the world sees YOU, you won't want to miss this exciting episode, as we learn how measuring our fascination factors can help us become better leaders.
What do football and leadership have to do with each other? Turns out, there are many parallels between the two, as discussed in today's Remarkable Leadership episode. Join the conversation with Bryan Neale, co-host of The Advanced Selling Podcast, sales consultant/trainer and NFL official, as we discuss the similarities between sales and football. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit Remarkablepodcast.com for updates, and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Are you overwhelmed trying to balance work and family life in our fast-paced culture? For today’s working woman it can seem downright impossible to keep things running productively, but in today’s episode, author and founder of WeavingInfluences.com, Becky Robinson, and I discuss the keys to creating an effective, successful organization built around communication, community, and core values. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates, and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Do you work in the education sector? Are you seeking new ways to lead, regardless of your role? Join the conversation as Head of Schools for Hoosier Academies in Indiana, Dr. Byron Ernest, and I discuss developing a culture of leadership excellence in the education sector. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates, and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Are you managing disengaged, unmotivated employees and don’t know how to get them back in the game and on the road to success? In today’s episode of The Remarkable Leadership podcast, we delve into the science of motivation with Susan Fowler, researcher and author of the best-seller, Why Motivating People Doesn’t Work...and What Does. You’ll learn why, as a leader, you can’t motivate ANYONE, as well as what you CAN do in order to guide your team to increased engagement, productivity, and success! Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates, and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Are you new to the leadership game? Looking for innovative ways to mentor and coach those you lead? In today’s episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we join Bill Gentry, author, as well as teacher and researcher at the Center of Creative Leadership, to examine what leaders, particularly first-time managers, can do to be successful in their work and life, as well as ways to avoid (the all too common) derailment. We also discuss why new leaders must “flip the script” and focus on developing and coaching those they lead for overall success. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates, and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Are you looking for new ways to become the leader that others will WANT to follow? In today’s episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we discuss the theory of Followership with Cory Bouck, Regional Business Director for the Asia-Pacific Region at Johnsonville Sausage. As a former U.S. Naval Officer as well as two-term city councilman, Cory’s leadership experience in the government and civic arena has taught him the importance of Followership. If you’re searching for success, you won’t want to miss this engaging and thought-provoking discussion. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates or join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Do you believe leadership is truly about affecting people’s lives? In today’s episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we dive into a discussion about entrepreneurship and leadership with Mel Abraham. Mel is the author of the #1 Bestseller, The Entrepreneur’s Solution, and one of the most sought after entrepreneurial mentors in the world. He believes the entrepreneurial way of life is a “new frontier” and a paradigm shift that will change our world. Join us for a conversation about leaders, entrepreneurs and people on a mission to live a life of fulfillment. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Do you remember the first time you jumped off a diving board into the pool? In today’s episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we take a journey with Bill Treasurer as he shares how learning to master the high dive was his first experience with true leadership. Bill is a bestselling author and former US High Diving Team Captain who now works as a consultant with leaders and teams around the world. Bill’s story of courage will inspire and uplift you. If you’ve ever wondered how to help lead your team to develop both confidence and competence, you will love our conversation. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates and click here to join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Are you looking for a defined process to support your team’s success? In today’s episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, I look to former Yahoo CSO Tim Sanders for his insights on “Dealstorming,” or a structured, scalable, repeatable process that can boost the cohesion of your team. Tim’s work is based on his vast experiences in B2B sales, along with interviews from more than 200 sales leaders in every key vertical. Join us for a discussion about sales, leadership and creating a solution that works for your team. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Are you interested in the topic of servant leadership? In today’s episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we focus on shifting a leader’s mindset from “getting” to “giving” in my conversation with Bob Burg. Bob is the author of The Go-Giver Leader, and is a bestselling author, speaker and longtime friend. Join our conversation today to learn the philosophy of a Go-Giver Leader… you may even be surprised to hear what we have to say about the phrase “servant leadership!” Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Are you looking for new ways to encourage real change in your organization? In today’s episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we jump into the world of project management with industry expert Lou Russell. Lou is the CEO/Queen of Russell Martin & Associates, and is an executive consultant, speaker and author. She is committed to helping companies grow by growing their people. Join us for a conversation about project management, leadership and strategies to encourage your team to be the best they can be in their work. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
How does love play into your work as a leader? In this episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, I examine the most powerful leadership model on the planet with guest Jon Gordon. Bestselling author of The Energy Bus, The No Complaining Rule and The Carpenter, Jon and his tips have been featured on The Today Show and CNN as well as numerous magazines and newspapers. Jon will challenge how you think about your role as a leader and help you examine how you approach your craft. Join us for a dynamic conversation about serving and leading those around you. Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Quote: "Love tough. Not tough love. Love must come first."
Resources:
- http://www.jongordon.com/solo-positiveu.html
In our inaugural episode, I’m talking with one of the industry’s greatest legends, Jim Kouzes. While he needs no introduction, Jim is a best-selling author, award-winning speaker and co-author of The Leadership Challenge. And according to the Wall Street Journal, he is one of the twelve best executive educators in the United States. If you’re eager to learn new techniques to maximize your leadership potential, his is an insightful and powerful conversation that you won’t want to miss.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- The five fundamentals of leadership
- Key lessons from Jim’s leadership journey
- The #1 thing leaders can do to more intentionally learn on a regular basis
Additional Leadership Resources * Learn more about Jim Kouzes and his books and resources here. * Sign up for our free video training series, 20 Days to Remarkable Leadership, here. * Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential, here.
Do you have a strategic vision with a long-term focus? In this episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we dive into the key skills leaders must have to have the greatest impact in my conversation with Dave Kerpen. Dave is the founder and CEO of Likeable Local, a social media software company serving thousands of small businesses. Dave is also a bestselling author, speaker and frequent guest of TV news shows, magazines and blogs around the world. Join us for a discussion about leadership skills you can’t live without. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.
Quote: The people are everything.
Resources:
- http://buyartofpeople.com