The Remarkable Leadership Podcast
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.
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Mastering the Art of Questions with Dave Reynolds
09/10/2025
Mastering the Art of Questions with Dave Reynolds
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: 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 , 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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Dave Reynolds by Dan Martell by Richard Koch Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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Does the Seasoning Make the Meal? - Thoughts from Kevin
09/08/2025
Does the Seasoning Make the Meal? - Thoughts from Kevin
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. Want more growth opportunities? Join us at Virtual LeaderCon, September 22–25. It’s free, and you’ll gain access to world-class leadership experts and practical insights you can apply immediately. Register here: 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: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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 Power of Mattering with Zach Mercurio
09/03/2025
The Power of Mattering with Zach Mercurio
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Zach Mercurio by James Bridle Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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The Power of Conflict - Thoughts from Kevin
09/02/2025
The Power of Conflict - Thoughts from Kevin
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? 👉 Want more on this topic? Join Kevin for his upcoming conversation with Dana Kass at Virtual LeaderCon—a free online event packed with leadership insights. Register here: Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. 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: ➡️ BOOK: Check out my latest book, The Long-Distance Teammate: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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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Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants with Jennifer Moss
08/27/2025
Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants with Jennifer Moss
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Jennifer Moss by Amy Griffin Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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Why Buy-In is Just the Start - Thoughts from Kevin
08/25/2025
Why Buy-In is Just the Start - Thoughts from Kevin
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: 👉 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: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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 to Deliver Bad News – and Get Away With it! with Mahesh Guruswamy
08/20/2025
How to Deliver Bad News – and Get Away With it! with Mahesh Guruswamy
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 . 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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Mahesh Guruswamy by Ronald A. Heifetz and Marty Linsky by Stephen King Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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Are You a Curious Expert? - Thoughts from Kevin
08/18/2025
Are You a Curious Expert? - Thoughts from Kevin
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 👉 Learn more about the Remarkable Learning Masterclass here: 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: ➡️ BOOK: Check out my latest book, The Long-Distance Teammate: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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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Maximizing Influence with Dave Durand
08/13/2025
Maximizing Influence with Dave Durand
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 . He is a 9-figure founder, keynote speaker, bestselling author, award-winning CEO of, and Executive Chairman of. 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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Dave Durand by Aristotle by Daniel Kahneman Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple:
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Putting on Your Learning Glasses - Thoughts from Kevin
08/11/2025
Putting on Your Learning Glasses - Thoughts from Kevin
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. 👉 Learn more: Take your growth to the next level with the Remarkable Learning Masterclass: 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: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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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Building and Leading High Performance and Championship Teams with Chantal Vallée
08/06/2025
Building and Leading High Performance and Championship Teams with Chantal Vallée
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Chantal Vallée and Dr. Gordon Bloom by Dr. Joe Dispenza Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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Do You Believe You Can Learn? | Thoughts from Kevin
08/04/2025
Do You Believe You Can Learn? | Thoughts from Kevin
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: - Why believing you can learn is more important than you think - How school experience can mislead our self-perception - How to tap into past learning wins for future growth - Why persistence is a key part of learning mastery 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: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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. Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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The Science of Leadership with Margaret Moore and Jeffrey Hull
07/31/2025
The Science of Leadership with Margaret Moore and Jeffrey Hull
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Jeffrey Hull and Margaret Moore by Jack J. Bauer by Mark Epstein M.D by Mark Epstein by Scott Barry Kaufman PhD by Percival Everett Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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Creating a Better Model of Working with Steve Cadigan
07/30/2025
Creating a Better Model of Working with Steve Cadigan
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: 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 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 . He has also written for and ., will soon be writing for Business Insider, and frequently appears on and to talk about the evolving nature of work, talent management, the Big Resignation, and successful leadership. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Steve Cadigan by Liz Moore Like this? Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below.
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Building Your Leadership Muscles - Thoughts from Kevin
07/29/2025
Building Your Leadership Muscles - Thoughts from Kevin
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. 🔗 Subscribe to our free newsletter: 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: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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. Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple:
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The Character Skills of Great Leaders with Meredith Bell
07/23/2025
The Character Skills of Great Leaders with Meredith Bell
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Dennis Coates by Neville Goddard Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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Cultivating Audacity with Anne Marie Anderson
07/23/2025
Cultivating Audacity with Anne Marie Anderson
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Anne Marie Anderson by Laura Gassner Otting by Susan Jeffers by Henna Pryor Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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Getting Back on Track - Thoughts from Kevin
07/21/2025
Getting Back on Track - Thoughts from Kevin
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? 📥 Subscribe to my free weekly leadership newsletter: 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: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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 Five Imposter Identities with Aoife O’Brien
07/17/2025
The Five Imposter Identities with Aoife O’Brien
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Russ Harris by Kevin Eikenberry Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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How Great Leaders Succeed Through Preparation with Matthew Mitchell
07/16/2025
How Great Leaders Succeed Through Preparation with Matthew Mitchell
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 . 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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Matthew Mitchell by Beth Pride by Andrew Roberts Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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How Leaders Are Like Alarm Clocks - Thoughts from Kevin
07/14/2025
How Leaders Are Like Alarm Clocks - Thoughts from Kevin
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 with your suggestion! 📩 Sign up for Kevin’s free weekly leadership newsletter “Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential” at: 👉 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: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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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Four Keys to Unleashing Your Team’s Potential with Phillip B. Wilson
07/10/2025
Four Keys to Unleashing Your Team’s Potential with Phillip B. Wilson
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Phillip B. Wilson by Mark O'Donnell, Angela Kalemis, Mark Stanley by Alex Goldfayn by Bo Burlingham Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability with Michael Timms
07/09/2025
How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability with Michael Timms
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: 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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Michael Timms by Susan Eisenhower Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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Who Do You Admire? - Thoughts from Kevin
07/07/2025
Who Do You Admire? - Thoughts from Kevin
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. Subscribe to our free newsletter: You’ll get practical leadership tips and personal growth insights delivered every Tuesday. 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: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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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Five Mindsets to Lead Well with Paula Davis
07/02/2025
Five Mindsets to Lead Well with Paula Davis
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Paula Davis by Paula Davis by Jan-Emmanuel De Neve and George Ward Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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Why Specific Wins
06/30/2025
Why Specific Wins
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. Learn more about our offerings: ➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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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Why Trust Matters More Now Than Ever with David Horsager
06/25/2025
Why Trust Matters More Now Than Ever with David Horsager
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by David Horsager by Michael Easter by Horst Schulze by John Mark Comer Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple:
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How to Lead People Not Like You with Stephanie Chung
06/18/2025
How to Lead People Not Like You with Stephanie Chung
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Stephanie Chung by Tracey Newell by Thomas Nelson (Author), John C. Maxwell Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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Playing the Long Game: Why Great Leaders Think Long-Term - Thoughts from Kevin
06/16/2025
Playing the Long Game: Why Great Leaders Think Long-Term - Thoughts from Kevin
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: 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: ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: 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. Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below.
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The Psychology of Leadership with Sébastien Page
06/11/2025
The Psychology of Leadership with Sébastien Page
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. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations by Sébastien Page by Lionel Barber by Tae Kim Like this? Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we’d be thrilled if you’d let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. for posting a review. Review on Apple: Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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