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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Creating Meaningful Work with Wes Adams and Tamara Myles
06/04/2025
Creating Meaningful Work with Wes Adams and Tamara Myles
What makes work meaningful, and how can leaders create that experience for their teams? Kevin is joined by Wes Adams and Tamara Myles, who state that their research shows nearly 50% of an employee's experience of meaning at work is tied to what their leaders do or fail to do. Meaningful work is the upstream factor that drives engagement, productivity, innovation, and the bottom-line results that organizations want. The conversation centers around the Three C’s of Meaningful Work: Community – Creating authentic connections and a sense of belonging among team members, even in remote or hybrid work environments. Contribution – Helping employees see the impact of their work and making clear connections between daily tasks and larger organizational goals. Challenge – Supporting team members as they grow, learn, and take on meaningful tasks, balancing stretch assignments with strong support. Listen For 00:00 Intro: Why Meaningful Work Matters 00:45 Welcome to the Remarkable Leadership Podcast 01:35 Sponsor: Flexible Leadership Book 02:30 Guest Introductions: Wes Adams and Tamara Myles 04:01 The Origin of the Book and Their Research 05:35 The Leader’s Role in Creating Meaning 06:13 Why Meaning is Crucial for Performance 07:50 Leaders as a Leverage Point for Meaning 08:50 The Three C’s of Meaningful Work 09:53 C1: Community – What It Is and Why It Matters 11:12 Building Community in Hybrid and Remote Work 12:12 Inside Scoop Practice for Deeper Connections 13:16 Home Base Teams: Dropbox’s Neighborhood Model 16:59 High Purpose vs Low Purpose Team Activities 18:22 Empowering Employees to Build Community 20:06 C2: Contribution – Driving Greater Impact 21:33 Purpose vs Meaning – Understanding the Difference 22:11 Calendly’s Mission: Saving Time as Meaning 23:03 Storytelling and Making Work Personal 24:12 Highlighting the Impact of Individual Roles 25:07 C3: Challenge – The Growth-Minded Definition 26:04 Balancing High Challenge with High Support 27:40 Everyday Examples of Meaningful Challenge 28:43 Why All 3 C’s Matter – Not Just Contribution 29:32 Immediate Leadership Action: Give Positive Feedback 30:51 Meaning Can Happen in Any Job, Every Day 31:24 Fun Question: What Do You Do for Fun 32:39 What Are You Reading 34:25 Where to Learn More: makeworkmeaningful.com 35:33 Final Thought: Now What Will You Do Wes Adams and Tamara Myles are the authors of Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee. Wes is the CEO of SV Consulting Group. He partners with Fortune 500s and scaling companies to develop high-impact leaders and design operating structures that support high-performing teams. He is also a positive psychology researcher at the University of Pennsylvania, where he studies the leadership practices and organizational structures that help employees thrive. Tamara Myles is an accomplished consultant, author, and international speaker with over two decades of experience helping leaders improve business performance. She is the author of The Secret to Peak Productivity, which introduced her proprietary Peak Productivity Pyramid framework. Tamara’s insights have been featured in leading publications such as Forbes, Fast Company, USA Today, and Business Insider. She has worked with clients such as Microsoft, KPMG, MassMutual, and Google. Tamara has a master’s degree in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she also serves as an instructor in the master’s program and a trainer for the world-renowned Penn Resilience Program. She is a professor in the Master of Science in Leadership program at Boston College, where she integrates cutting-edge research into practical applications for leadership and organizational success. She lives in Concord, Massachusetts. 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 Wes Adams and Tamara Myles by Beronda L. Montgomery by Ethan Kross 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 Many Meetings Are Too Many? - Thoughts from Kevin
06/02/2025
How Many Meetings Are Too Many? - Thoughts from Kevin
Are you drowning in meetings? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores a common leadership challenge: How many meetings are too many? The answer may not be a number—but a shift in mindset, purpose, and effectiveness. Discover: ✅ How to clarify your desired meeting outcome ✅ How to decide whether a meeting is truly necessary ✅ How to choose the right people for your meeting ✅ Tips to stay focused and finish strong ✅ Why meetings ARE part of your real work If you're tired of unproductive, time-wasting meetings, this episode is for you. Make your meetings more intentional, effective, and meaningful. 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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Fearless Authenticity with Jeanne Sparrow
05/28/2025
Fearless Authenticity with Jeanne Sparrow
How can you be authentic in a way that strengthens your leadership and personal success? Kevin sits down with Jeanne Sparrow to chat about what authenticity truly means, why it matters for leaders, and how you can live it out with courage and confidence. Jeanne explains that being authentic isn't simply about being yourself; it's about knowing yourself deeply, having the bravery to express it, and using it to advance your work and connect with others meaningfully. Kevin and Jeanne explore the relationship between authenticity and confidence, the role of leaders in creating environments where team members feel safe to be themselves, and the transformational power of understanding your value and values. Listen For 00:00 Introduction: What is authenticity? 02:02 Meet Jeanne Sparrow 03:38 Jeanne’s media career highlights 04:59 How Jeanne’s podcast led to her book 07:09 The “inside knowledge” of broadcasting 08:03 Why this is still a leadership book 08:40 Jeanne’s definition of authenticity 09:46 A powerful example of authenticity at work 12:46 Creating safety for authenticity 13:49 Why "fearless" authenticity matters 16:00 Jeanne’s junior high story 18:00 Her dad’s three truths about authenticity 20:08 The link between identity, value, and service 21:14 What does authenticity sound like? 23:08 Code-switching and being real 24:16 The foundation Live it Tell it Sell it 26:08 Authenticity and confidence 29:18 Clarity as the source of confidence 30:41 Authentic leaders give others permission 31:02 Why authenticity matters at the top 32:17 We don’t have time to be inauthentic 33:34 Jeanne on food, wine, and salsa dancing 33:39 What she’s reading Atomic Habits 35:05 Where to find Jeanne and her book 36:05 Kevin’s final question Now what? 36:45 Wrap-up and next week’s teaser Jeanne's Story: Jeanne Sparrow is the author of Fearless Authenticity: Lead Better, Sell More, and Speak Sensationally. She is a multi-hyphenate communicator. Her extensive repertoire includes hosting her own daily morning TV talk show for seven years, co-hosting daily radio shows with media giants Steve Harvey, George Wallace, and Doug Banks, and interviewing hundreds of Hollywood heavyweights. She now hosts a weekly radio show on V103, the top-ranked iHeart Radio station in Chicago, and hosts the “Fearless Authenticity with Jeanne Sparrow” podcast on the iHeart Podcast Network. She appears regularly on top-rated Chicago TV stations as a fill-in host and guest. She’s a long-time voiceover artist, doing hundreds of commercials for national brands, and an actor in commercials and on broadcast television, including Fox’s “Empire,” and NBC’s “Chicago Med, and Magnum P.I.” Jeanne has spoken to and consulted for many nonprofit organizations and corporations including: AES, Women in Insurance Leadership, AT&T, Guaranteed Rate, Ravinia, iHeartRadio, and Governors State University. She’s a respected faculty member at Northwestern University, teaching at the graduate level in the School of Communication 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 Jeanne Sparrow by James Clear 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:
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What Do You Celebrate? - Thoughts from Kevin
05/27/2025
What Do You Celebrate? - Thoughts from Kevin
We’re great at celebrating birthdays and personal milestones—but are we celebrating enough at work? In this episode, I explore why workplace celebrations matter and how we can make them more intentional and meaningful. I share questions you can ask yourself and your team to determine what’s worth celebrating and how to do it in a way that reinforces your culture, motivates your people, and aligns with your organizational goals. Whether you lead a remote team, a hybrid team, or a traditional office-based one, you'll walk away with ideas to bring more purposeful recognition and joy into your workplace—without forced fun or awkward moments. My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast. I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button. 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. 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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Win the Inside Game with Steve Magness
05/21/2025
Win the Inside Game with Steve Magness
Are you thriving or just surviving? Steve Magness joins Kevin to discuss how many of us operate in psychological survival mode far more often than we realize, treating everyday workplace challenges as threats rather than growth opportunities. They explore the psychological traps of modern stress responses, protective systems, and the impact of flattening our identities. They also cover accepting “messiness”, the balance between short-term comfort and long-term growth, redefining success, and why authenticity must go beyond performance to resonate. Listen For 00:00 Introduction to The Remarkable Leadership Podcast 01:33 Introducing Guest Steve Magness 02:25 Steve Magness' Background and New Book 03:15 Steve’s Journey from Running to Coaching 05:02 The Dangers of Win at All Costs Mentality 05:24 From Survival to Thriving The Purpose of the Book 06:09 The Modern Survival Mode Explained 07:14 The Four Protective Systems of the Brain 08:53 Why We Struggle to Accept and Learn 11:25 The Challenge of Moving Past Natural Responses 12:15 Leadership and Survival Mode in Everyday Life 13:07 Flattening the World Simplifying People and Ourselves 16:09 How Flattening Ourselves Makes Us Fragile 18:09 Accepting the Messiness of Who You Are 19:05 Resilience Through Embracing Complexity 21:24 Instagram vs Real Life Identity Example 22:15 Leadership Accountability and Avoiding Deflection 23:16 Real vs Performative Authenticity 24:40 Why Actions and Words Must Align for True Leadership 25:07 Authenticity vs Using It as an Excuse 26:13 Defining Thriving Autonomy Significance Belonging 28:02 Thriving at Work and Intrinsic Motivation 28:46 Advice for Leaders Start with Yourself 30:54 Learning to Lose and Resilience in Leadership 31:11 Steve’s Book Recommendation The Science of Storytelling 32:21 Final Thoughts and Steve’s Contact Info 34:00 Kevin’s Now What Call to Action 35:26 Closing Steve's Story: Steve Magness is the author of Win the Inside Game: How to Move from Surviving to Thriving and Free Yourself Up to Perform. He is a world-renowned performance expert as well as the bestselling author of Do Hard Things and The Science of Running, and coauthor of Peak Performance and The Passion Paradox. He is the co-host of the podcast, Farewell, and co-founder of The Growth Equation. He has written for The Atlantic, Runner’s World and Sports Illustrated, and he has been featured in The New Yorker, Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, NPR, and others. Magness has served as a performance coach and speaker for teams and individuals in the MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL, the US military, and numerous companies and organizations. He lives in Houston, Texas. Book Recommendations by Steve Magness by Steve Magness by Will Storr 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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What Leaders Can Learn from Trees
05/19/2025
What Leaders Can Learn from Trees
What can a tree teach you about being a better leader? More than you might think. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry draws powerful lessons from the natural world—specifically trees—to help you become a more stable, adaptable, and effective leader. Learn how to stay rooted in your values while remaining flexible in your approach to leadership challenges. 🌳 🌟 Key Takeaways: - The importance of being rooted in principles, values, and purpose - How flexibility in your leadership approach strengthens your effectiveness - Why true leadership is about balance: being both strong and adaptable 💬 Got a word you want Kevin to connect to leadership? Drop it in the comments or email us at [email protected]. If we use your word, you’ll get a free journal and a shoutout in a future episode! My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast. I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button. 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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Become the Manager You Want to Be with Sabina Nawaz
05/14/2025
Become the Manager You Want to Be with Sabina Nawaz
What if your well-intentioned leadership style is holding your team back? Kevin sits down with Sabina Nawaz to discuss the illusion of "bad bosses," the myth of singular authenticity, and the impact of pressure on leadership behaviors. Sabina introduces the idea that it’s pressure, not power, that corrupts and outlines the three primary pressure pitfalls leaders fall into: controlling, abdicating, and automating. They talk about why delegation often fails and how unexamined internal “hungers” sabotage our best efforts and intentions, as ell as how leaders can learn to shift their identity to better serve their teams. Listen For 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:37 Join the Community Live on Facebook/LinkedIn 01:28 About Flexible Leadership (Book Promo) 02:22 Meet Sabina Nawaz 03:04 Sabina’s Career Journey and Background 03:56 Becoming a “Bad Boss” After Parental Leave 05:49 Are There Really Bad Bosses? 06:48 Pressure vs. Power What Really Corrupts? 07:41 Myth of Singular Authenticity 09:08 Identity and the Limits of Authenticity 10:41 Promotion and the Danger of Strengths 11:44 The Power Gap in Leadership 13:01 Understanding the Impact of Your Authority 15:36 Pressure Pitfalls Overview 16:27 Pitfall 1 Unmet Hungers 17:43 The Trap of Needing Approval 18:40 Sole Provider Syndrome 20:22 Pitfall 2 Abdicating Responsibility 21:51 The Delegation Mistake Most Leaders Make 23:32 Abdication vs. True Delegation 24:01 Sabina’s Self-Diagnostic Questions 25:28 Avoiding the “Yeah, But” Trap 26:27 Communication Fault Lines Just Shut Up 27:56 The Power of Listening in Leadership 29:01 Every Action Has a Reaction 30:10 Sabina’s Personal Interests and Books She’s Reading 32:10 Where to Connect with Sabina and Get the Book 32:52 Final Leadership Challenge and Episode Wrap-Up Sabina's Story: Sabina Nawaz is the author of You’re the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need). She is an elite executive coach who advises C-level executives and teams at Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, nonprofits, and academic institutions around the world. Sabina routinely gives speeches each year and teaches faculty at Northeastern and Drexel Universities. During her fourteen-year tenure at Microsoft, she went from managing software development teams to leading the company’s executive development and succession planning efforts for over 11,000 managers and nearly a thousand executives, advising Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer directly. She has written for and been featured in Harvard Business Review, Wall Street Journal, and Forbes. 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 Sabina Nawaz by Ali Smith by Kaveh Akbar by Noam Wasserman 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 Patient Are You With Yourself? - Thoughts from Kevin
05/12/2025
How Patient Are You With Yourself? - Thoughts from Kevin
How patient are you with yourself? In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, I’m challenging you to reflect on an important leadership skill: giving yourself the same patience and grace you extend to others. We’ll explore: - What your self-talk says when things don’t go as planned - How to zoom out and gain perspective when you feel stuck - Why staying in the present moment builds patience and confidence - How building personal patience strengthens your leadership and reduces stress for you and your team Leadership is a journey, not a destination. These practical questions and insights will help you be kinder to yourself while still striving for excellence. My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast. I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button. 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. 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. Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free!
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How to Get What You Need From the People in Charge with Melody Wilding
05/07/2025
How to Get What You Need From the People in Charge with Melody Wilding
Do you know how to effectively communicate with someone in a higher position, such as your boss, a board, or anyone in a position of authority? Kevin welcomes Melody Wilding, who shares strategies and conversation frameworks to help professionals at all levels navigate complex relationships with their leaders. Melody and Kevin discuss the concept of “managing up”; not as sucking-up or people-pleasing, but to take ownership of your success by fostering productive and respectful relationships with those in charge. They also discuss the critical conversations outlined in her book and dive into three in particular: the boundaries conversation, the feedback conversation, and the styles conversation. Melody emphasizes the "triple win" philosophy, which focuses on finding solutions that benefit you, your boss, and the organization. She offers practical advice for leaders on how to facilitate managing up for their team members, such as asking, "What do you need from me?" Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:23 Guest Introduction: Melody Wilding 02:16 Welcome and Opening Question 03:05 The Psychology of Managing Up 04:11 Everyone Has a Boss 05:18 The “Why Isn’t My Boss in This Class?” Problem 06:08 Managing Up Isn’t About Excusing Bad Leadership 07:11 Managing Up Is for You 08:20 The 10 Conversations Framework 09:01 Boundaries Conversation 10:28 Setting Expectations and Clarifying Priorities 12:06 Creating Win-Win Outcomes 14:20 Feedback Conversation 16:25 Building Trust Through Positive Feedback 17:27 From Labels to Behavior: The ABC Model 19:33 Constructive Proposals, Not Complaints 20:28 Styles Conversation 22:49 It’s About Them, Not You 24:54 Avoiding Labels and Confirmation Bias 26:05 Meet the Needs of Your Boss 27:09 Ethical Visibility and Remote Work 28:37 Help Your Boss Help You 29:42 Make it Easier for People to Manage Up to You 30:38 One-on-Ones as Strategic Tools 32:14 The Leadership Book Question 33:12 What Do You Do for Fun 34:23 Learn More: ManagingUp.com 35:15 Final Thoughts: What Will You Do Melody's Story: Melody Wilding is the bestselling author of and . She is a licensed social worker with a master’s degree from Columbia University, a professor of human behavior at Hunter College in New York City, and a former emotions researcher at Rutgers University. For more than a decade, she’s helped top performers and leadership at the world’s most successful companies to communicate more clearly, prevent burnout, and transform complicated workplace dynamics into powerful alliances that impact the bottom line. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post, to name a few. She’s a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Company, and CNBC. 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 Melody Wilding by Melody Wilding by Anne-Laure Le Cunff by Dr. Emily Anhalt 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 Patient are You with Others? - Thoughts from Kevin
05/05/2025
How Patient are You with Others? - Thoughts from Kevin
How patient are you with others—especially as a leader? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores why patience is more than just a virtue—it’s a leadership skill that impacts trust, engagement, and your effectiveness as a coach. Kevin walks through the common triggers that test our patience (like stress, urgency, and mood), and he offers practical steps to help you respond more thoughtfully—even in high-pressure situations. Discover how understanding your own mindset can help you show more grace and build stronger, more productive relationships. 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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Bringing Values to Life at Work with Laura Hamill
04/30/2025
Bringing Values to Life at Work with Laura Hamill
What makes culture so powerful, and why do so many organizations get it wrong? Kevin sits down with organizational psychologist Laura Hamill to discuss the disconnect between the practice of culture and the science of culture. Laura defines culture not just as what’s visible on the surface, but as the underlying "collective set of reasons why" behaviors occur in organizations. She explains why leaders must bridge the gap between aspirational values and actual workplace experiences and introduces the concept of cultural betrayal. The discussion also covers the difference between culture and climate, the role of middle managers in operationalizing values, and how behaviors and norms shape what is truly valued in the workplace. Listen For 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 02:10 Guest Introduction: Laura Hamill 02:44 Opening Remarks and Book Background 03:10 Laura’s Journey to Studying Culture 04:46 Bridging Science and Practice in Culture 05:20 Why the Book is Called "The Power of Culture" 06:58 Leaders' Role in Culture and Power 09:15 Defining Culture 10:23 Culture vs. Climate 14:24 Real World Example of Cultural Disconnect 16:37 Aspirational vs. Actual Culture 20:24 Simple Culture Exercise for Teams 23:10 Cultural Betrayal and Its Impact 25:23 Leading Culture Change Over Time 28:08 Intentional Culture Circle and Behavior Focus 29:24 Role of Mid-Level Leaders in Culture 30:12 Frontline and Leadership Roles in Culture 31:01 What Laura Does for Fun 32:10 What Laura is Reading 33:01 How to Connect with Laura and Buy the Book 34:04 Final Reflections and Takeaways Laura's Story: Dr. Laura Hamill is the author of The Power of Culture: Bringing Values to Life at Work. She is an organizational psychologist and business leader, focusing on the intersection of science and HR. Laura is an expert on creating great places to work. Her research is centered around employee well-being, employee engagement, and organizational culture. She is the owner of Paris Phoenix Group, a consulting firm specializing in driving impactful research and outcomes. Laura was also a co-founder of Limeade, an employee experience software company, where she held the dual roles of Chief People Officer and Chief Science Officer. Laura earned her Ph.D. and M.S. in industrial/organizational psychology from Old Dominion University and a B.A. in psychology from the University of North Carolina. 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 Laura Hamill by Claudia Strauss and Naomi Quinn by Ronald A. Heifetz and Marty Linsky 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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Patience Can Be More Than Waiting - Thoughts from Kevin
04/28/2025
Patience Can Be More Than Waiting - Thoughts from Kevin
Kevin Eikenberry challenges the traditional notion of patience as merely waiting. Instead, he introduces the concept of proactive patience — a dynamic and intentional approach that involves movement, reflection, and growth even during periods of waiting. Kevin highlights the balance between slowing down without becoming passive and maintaining forward momentum without forcing outcomes. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision, trusting the process, and maintaining a long-term orientation, especially in uncertain times. This mindset shift helps leaders continue progressing toward their goals even when immediate results aren't visible. Key Takeaways Patience isn't passive: True patience involves intentional action, not just idle waiting. Proactive patience: Strike a balance between pausing and continuing to work toward your vision. Keep your goals in sight: Maintain focus on your long-term objectives even during pauses. Reflect and act: Use moments of waiting for thoughtful reflection that leads to deliberate action. Trust the process: Growth often includes plateaus and setbacks — stay committed to the journey. Think long-term: See waiting as a temporary moment within a larger path of progress. Flexible Leadership: Kevin ties these ideas to his new book, encouraging a mindset of "both/and" rather than "either/or." Resources Mentioned Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence Learn more and get your copy: 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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Cultivating Autonomy, Authority and Leadership in Every Role with Judith Katz and Fred Miller
04/23/2025
Cultivating Autonomy, Authority and Leadership in Every Role with Judith Katz and Fred Miller
Are you empowering others or unleashing agency? In this episode, Judith Katz and Fred Miller join Kevin to discuss the role of agency in the workplace. While autonomy and authority are often topics of discussion, agency — the ability for all individuals, regardless of their role or tenure, to possess power, influence, and a voice — is crucial for high-performance organizations. They explain how organizational cultures often "smother" this natural agency through excessive rules, approvals, and "checkers checking checkers," which leads to the slow implementation of even the best strategies. Judith and Fred highlight that organizations need to transition from control-based leadership to trust-based leadership. Listen For 00:08 Autonomy, Authority, and Agency Introduction 00:40 Join Future Episodes Live + Book Promo 01:31 Introducing Judith Katz and Fred Miller 02:15 Background of the Guests and Their Work 02:58 Focus on Their Book: The Power of Agency 03:43 Fred's Journey to Writing the Book 05:22 Constraints in Organizations Today 06:15 Speed vs. Bureaucracy and Motivation for the Book 07:03 Judith on Why the Book Matters Now 08:08 Uncovering Ideas and Talent in the Workplace 08:38 Defining Agency 10:02 Who Should Have Agency in Organizations 10:26 Agency vs. Empowerment 11:34 The Natural State of Human Agency 12:16 Smothering vs. Unleashing Agency 12:43 Empowerment as Bestowing vs. Agency as Unleashing 13:42 Is the Trend Toward or Away from Agency? 15:16 Organizational Culture Post-COVID 16:14 Importance of Being Physically Together Sometimes 17:21 Human Connection and In-Person Insights 18:17 Discretionary Energy Drives Great Organizations 18:53 Skills Needed for Practicing Agency 19:55 Trust, Experimentation, and Continuous Improvement 21:13 Ownership and Decision-Making in Action 22:16 Fear of Going Big in Organizational Culture 23:05 Leadership and Facilitation for Voice 24:14 Mindset Shift Needed for Agency 25:05 Fear, Control, and Trust in Talent 26:29 Talent Retention Through Agency 27:17 Disengagement and Side Gigs 28:03 Saying Yes as a Leadership Strategy 29:07 The Core of Agency in Action 29:34 What the Guests Do for Fun 30:41 What They’re Reading Now 32:09 Where to Find the Book and Connect 33:39 Final Thoughts and Call to Action 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 Frederick A. Miller and Judith H. Katz by Reed Hastings and Erin Meyer by Abraham Verghese Like this?
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Finding Safety in Uncertainty - Thoughts from Kevin
04/21/2025
Finding Safety in Uncertainty - Thoughts from Kevin
In times of uncertainty, many leaders freeze, worry, or retreat — but what if there was a better way? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the common reactions to uncertainty that hold us back, and he offers four proactive strategies to help you lead with confidence even when the path isn't clear. This episode draws directly from Kevin’s latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence, and offers immediately applicable tools to help you become a more adaptable and resilient leader. 🔍 Discover: - Why withdrawal, denial, and overthinking don’t serve you - Four powerful, action-oriented strategies to respond to uncertainty - How curiosity, learning, and experimentation can provide clarity - Why pattern recognition helps build leadership confidence 📖 Want a sneak peek of Kevin’s new book? Download a free chapter here: 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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Creating Human-Powered Leadership with Dr. Christie Smith
04/16/2025
Creating Human-Powered Leadership with Dr. Christie Smith
Are we in a modern renaissance? Kevin welcomes Dr. Christie Smith to discuss the major shifts impacting leadership today, including distributed teams, AI, workforce expectations, and global uncertainties. Dr. Smith introduces the concept of gray-collar workers, a growing segment of the workforce that combines blue- and white-collar roles and explains why traditional leadership models are no longer adequate. She also breaks down the Essential Leadership Flywheel, which advances beyond emotional intelligence to emotional maturity. This focuses on suspending self-interest, fostering curiosity, and genuinely understanding the context in which employees operate. Listen For 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 01:01 Kevin’s Book Flexible Leadership 01:56 Meet Dr. Christie Smith 03:06 The Journey Behind the Book 04:24 Early Influences and Advocacy 05:24 Why Now The Timing of the Book 07:19 Framing Leadership in a Complex World 08:20 Leadership is Hard 10:23 The Challenge of Polarization 12:33 A Modern Renaissance Hope and Opportunity 14:27 Leadership and the Human Centered Workplace 15:31 Centering Humans in the Digital Age 16:55 Defining Gray Collar Workers 19:05 Empowerment and Gray Collar Jobs 20:28 Four Human Needs in the Workplace 21:00 The Power of Agency in Leadership 22:15 From Emotional Intelligence to Emotional Maturity 24:24 Essential Leadership Flywheel 25:21 Suspending Self Interest as a Leader 26:22 Why Leadership Trust is Declining 28:02 Investing in People Drives Results 29:09 Contextual Competence A Modern Imperative 30:53 Flexibility Empathy and Humanity at Work 32:18 Rapid Fire Fun and Reading 34:30 Learn More About Christie and the Book 35:57 The Final Question Now What Christie's Story: Dr. Christie Smith is the co-author of Essential: How Distributed Teams, Generative AI, and Global Shifts Are Creating a New Human-Powered Leadership with Kelly Monahan. She has over 35 years of experience advising the C-Suite of Fortune 500 companies. She is the founder of The Humanity Studio™, a research and advisory institute dedicated to improving the way we live by revolutionizing the way we work. She has held global leadership positions at Deloitte, Apple, and Accenture as a highly respected expert in leadership, talent management, organizational design, workforce management, change management, and executive team performance. She is a highly sought-after speaker on business strategy, leadership and culture, DEI, people analytics, and the impact of workforce technologies and AI. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Harvard Business Review, to name a few. Christie received her doctorate in Clinical Social Work with a focus on leadership and culture from New York University. 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 Christie Smith and Kelly Monahan by Mel Robbins and Sawyer Robbins by Douglas Glenn Rohde by Adam Grant 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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When Different is Good - Thoughts from Kevin
04/14/2025
When Different is Good - Thoughts from Kevin
When is different actually better? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin shares a personal example of breaking from routine and explores how “different” can lead to growth, innovation, and new perspective. From comfort zones to habit loops, Kevin dives into the psychology of sameness — and offers compelling reasons why leaders need to occasionally disrupt their own patterns to stay flexible and fresh. This isn’t just about filming in a new location — it’s a metaphor for embracing change and stepping into the unknown. 💡 If you're looking for practical leadership insight in a world full of change, this episode is for you. 📘 Want more on this topic? Grab your copy of Flexible Leadership here: 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. Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! 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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Undoing Urgency with Ryan Matt Reynolds
04/09/2025
Undoing Urgency with Ryan Matt Reynolds
Does your calendar align with what you say matters most? Kevin sits down with Ryan Matt Reynolds, to talk about the impact of living in a constant state of urgency. He emphasizes the importance of identifying core values and intentionally aligning daily actions with those values. The conversation also covers the voluntary hardship of choosing challenging, growth-oriented tasks to build resilience for when things go wrong (and they will). They also discuss the practice of delegation and the difference between fleeting happiness and long-term joy. Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:59 Meet Ryan Matt Reynolds 03:30 The journey to writing Undoing Urgency 05:28 Why urgency is a universal issue 06:20 The deeper purpose behind the book 08:53 Why urgency matters to Ryan personally 10:03 The link between urgency and core values 12:05 Lessons learned through failure 13:24 Writing a legacy for future generations 14:07 From “busy” to what really matters 15:06 Hardships are part of life but what kind? 15:28 The concept of voluntary hardship 17:33 Voluntary hardship prepares us for the involuntary 19:29 Practical hardships in leadership and life 20:16 Delegation as a leadership turning point 21:10 Letting go to grow 23:49 Building a leadership team 25:43 Training your team to take ownership 27:19 Moving from technician to CEO 28:00 Joy vs happiness 29:40 Why joy comes from alignment with core values 31:13 Finding joy in the process not the destination 33:12 Teaching our kids and teams about joy 34:49 What Ryan does for fun 35:33 Intentional time for what matters 37:14 Your calendar is a truth teller 38:07 Urgency vs importance 39:16 Book recommendation: Never Enough by Andrew Wilkinson 40:51 Final thoughts on values joy and learning 44:44 Outro and reminder to subscribe Ryan's Story: is the author of Undoing Urgency: Reclaim Your Time for the Things That Matter Most, a strength and conditioning coach, and a former professional strongman. He is the founder, owner, and CEO of , one of the largest online strength and nutrition coaching companies in the world. With 25 years of experience in his industry, Reynolds’ focus is on redefining traditional personal training by creating connections in the online space and increasing access to professional coaches. 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 Ryan Matt Reynolds by Michael E. Gerber by Ben Horowitz by Andrew Wilkinson 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 Run Through the Tape? - Thoughts from Kevin
04/07/2025
Do You Run Through the Tape? - Thoughts from Kevin
Are you coasting toward your goals—or are you running through the tape? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the powerful metaphor of running through the tape, borrowed from the world of track and field, and applies it to leadership, goal-setting, and personal growth. Whether you're finishing a project, wrapping up a quarter, or achieving a milestone, how you finish matters. Kevin shares four compelling reasons why finishing strong isn't just good practice—it's essential for great leadership. 💡 Discover: What it really means to run through the tape Why leaders must finish strong to lead by example How this mindset prepares you for the next challenge And how to build lasting momentum in your leadership journey 📘 This episode is inspired by Kevin’s new book: Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Learn more: 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. 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 to Communicate More Effectively and Lead a Better Life with Michael Hoeppner
04/02/2025
How to Communicate More Effectively and Lead a Better Life with Michael Hoeppner
Have you ever wondered how the physical act of speaking can improve your communication? Kevin sits down with Michael Chad Hoeppner to discuss the physical nature of communication and exercises we can do to get better. Michael challenges our common assumptions about speaking, such as believing it’s purely a mental activity. Instead, he introduces the concept of embodied cognition, explaining how communication is a physical activity involving over 100 muscles and should be approached like athletic training. Michael shares the science behind thought suppression and why focusing on "not saying um" is counterproductive. He also talks about the Five Ps of vocal variety (Pace, Pitch, Pause, Power, Placement) and how they impact your message. Listen For 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:00 Meet Michael Hoeppner 04:00 The Journey to Communication Coaching 08:00 The Physical Side of Communication 12:00 Why Thought Suppression Doesn't Work 16:00 Tips for Reducing Filler Words 20:00 Exercises for Clear Communication 24:00 The Five P's of Vocal Variety 28:00 Managing Nerves When Speaking 32:00 Final Thoughts and Book Information 35:00 Closing Remarks Michael's Story: is the author of Don't Say Um: How to Communicate Effectively to Live a Better Life. He is an adjunct professor at Columbia Business School and the CEO and president of GK Training, a firm dedicated to giving individuals, companies, and organizations the communication skills necessary to reach their highest goals in work and life. As an individual speaking coach, his clients include Andrew Yang, Swiss Re, Xerox, The Boston Consulting Group, Pfizer, Columbia University Business School, NYU Law School, Macy’s, Special Olympics chairman Tim Shriver, and others. His expertise lies in every aspect of communication: public speaking, business development, executive presence, interpersonal agility, email skills, and speech writing. Hoeppner is one among the growing chorus of voices identifying the link between the physical aspects of spoken communication and broader issues of health and wellness. 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 Chad Hoeppner by Herman Melville 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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What Do You Do When You Reach a Milestone? - Thoughts from Kevin
03/31/2025
What Do You Do When You Reach a Milestone? - Thoughts from Kevin
Milestones aren’t just the end of a journey—they’re a powerful pause point. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares what leaders should do when they reach a milestone. Using the release of his new book Flexible Leadership as a backdrop, Kevin explores six powerful ways to maximize the impact of these moments: ✅ Acknowledge 🎉 Celebrate 🧠 Reflect 📚 Learn 🌄 Gain Perspective 🔥 Rededicate Whether you’re leading a team or managing your own goals, this episode will help you turn milestones into momentum. Want to become a more flexible, confident leader? Get a sample chapter and exclusive bonuses: 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. 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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Handing Over the Mic: Exploring Flexible Leadership with Julie Winkle Giulioni
03/26/2025
Handing Over the Mic: Exploring Flexible Leadership with Julie Winkle Giulioni
How can leaders navigate uncertainty without losing their heads? In this special episode, the tables are turned as Kevin hands over the mic to Julie Winkle Giulioni. They discuss Kevin’s new book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence, and explore how leaders can develop the mindset and skills needed to adapt in an ever-changing world. Kevin shares his thoughts on the importance of balancing flexibility with consistency, why uncertainty can be more stressful than fear, and how leaders can develop habits that support adaptability. Listen For 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:08 Guest Introduction: Julie Winkle Giulioni 03:35 Kevin Hands Over the Mic to Julie 04:04 Discussion on Kevin’s New Book: Flexible Leadership 06:08 Exploring Uncertainty and Its Impact on Leadership 09:23 Research on Uncertainty and Fear 13:15 Balancing Flexibility and Consistency in Leadership 17:14 The Role of Context in Leadership Flexibility 20:18 The Concept of Flexors in Leadership 25:00 Developing Leadership Habits for Flexibility 27:59 Practical Daily and Weekly Practices for Leaders 30:35 Leveraging Tools and Resources for Leadership Development 33:02 Final Advice for Leaders Embracing Flexibility 34:10 Closing Remarks and Call to Action 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 Beverly Kaye (Author), Julie Winkle Giulioni by Julie Winkle Giulioni Like this? Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! 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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Are You Talking Too Much? - Thoughts from Kevin
03/24/2025
Are You Talking Too Much? - Thoughts from Kevin
As a leader, talking is part of the job – whether it’s sharing information, making decisions, or answering questions. But how do you know if you're talking too much? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores why leaders tend to talk too much and shares three practical tips to help you strike the right balance between speaking and listening. Learn how talking less can help you build trust, encourage input from your team, and gain new perspectives. Plus, discover insights from Kevin’s new book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. 🔗 Get your copy of 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. Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! 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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Embracing Flexibility: A Chapter Reading from “Flexible Leadership”
03/20/2025
Embracing Flexibility: A Chapter Reading from “Flexible Leadership”
In this special episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry shares a powerful reading from his latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. As leaders, we constantly face change, unpredictability, and shifting challenges—so how can we stay effective? In this chapter, Kevin explores the critical role of contextual awareness in leadership and how understanding what has and hasn’t changed can improve decision-making. He shares practical strategies to help leaders adapt without losing sight of their core values and mission. Tune in to discover how flexibility is the key to navigating uncertainty and leading with confidence in today’s ever-evolving workplace. This Episode is brought to you by... is every leader’s guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. 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. Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! 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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Handing Over the Mic: Exploring Flexible Leadership with Jim Huling
03/19/2025
Handing Over the Mic: Exploring Flexible Leadership with Jim Huling
How can leaders embrace flexibility while staying true to their core values? In this special episode the tables are tuned as Kevin hands over the mic to renowned executive coach and leadership expert Jim Huling to talk about Kevin’s latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Jim takes on the role of interviewer, guiding Kevin through a thought-provoking discussion about the power of choice, the mindset shifts required for effective leadership, and the importance of adaptability in today’s crazy world. Kevin shares why leadership isn’t about finding the "right" answer, but rather the best answer for each situation. He also challenges the limitations of leadership labels; we cannot let them define how we lead. Additional Resources 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 Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, Jim Huling , Scott Thele, Beverly Walker 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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Is Transacting Business Enough? - Thoughts from Kevin
03/17/2025
Is Transacting Business Enough? - Thoughts from Kevin
Is transacting business enough for effective leadership? In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry explores the balance between transaction and interaction in leadership. Leaders often focus on tasks, decisions, and processes—but is that enough? Kevin introduces the Transaction-Interaction Flexor, a leadership principle from his latest book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Understanding when to transact and when to interact can make all the difference in building strong teams and driving results. 📖 Learn more about Flexible Leadership and get your copy here: 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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What Leaders Need to Know | The Evolving Workplace
03/13/2025
What Leaders Need to Know | The Evolving Workplace
In the final episode of The Evolving Workplace series, Wayne Turmel dives into the critical challenges facing today’s leaders. As workplaces continue to evolve, middle managers find themselves caught between organizational expectations and employee needs. Wayne unpacks five key trends shaping the future of work, from navigating AI’s impact to bridging generational divides and redefining professionalism in a hybrid world. He also highlights the importance of coaching at a distance, adapting leadership styles, and embracing flexibility in an ever-changing work environment. If you're leading a team—whether remote, hybrid, or in-person—this episode is packed with insights to help you stay ahead. Episode Highlights: 🔹 The role of middle managers in today’s evolving workplace 🔹 Why AI is both a tool and a challenge for leaders 🔹 How to bridge the generational divide in the workforce 🔹 Redefining professionalism in a hybrid world 🔹 Coaching and communication skills for remote and hybrid teams 🔹 The importance of flexibility in leadership 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! Listen For 00:00 Introduction to The Evolving Workplace Series 01:14 The Role of Middle Managers in a Changing World 03:08 AI in the Workplace: What Leaders Need to Know 06:14 Managing a Multigenerational Workforce 09:30 Redefining Professionalism in a Hybrid Environment 11:26 Coaching and Communication Skills for Remote Leaders 14:31 The Importance of Leadership Flexibility 17:07 Final Thoughts & Leadership Resources
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How to Thrive in a Distracted World with Jones Loflin
03/12/2025
How to Thrive in a Distracted World with Jones Loflin
Are you focused or merely busy? Jones Loflin sits down with Kevin to reveal the secret of focus, inspired by honeybees. Jones introduces six essential "permissions" that individuals must grant themselves and emphasizes their particular importance for leaders, who not only need to practice these permissions personally but also guide their team members to recognize and adopt them. These permissions include: The Permission to Prioritize – Bees prioritize maintaining the hive before making honey. How can we identify our most critical goals? The Permission to Plan – Similar to how bees prepare for changing conditions, how can we proactively set ourselves up for success? The Permission to Be Unavailable – Constant accessibility can hinder productivity. How can leaders create an environment conducive to deep work? The Permission to Recharge – Bees rest more than they work. What lessons can we draw from this behavior? The Permission to Change – Often, we stick to habits that are no longer beneficial. How can we embrace necessary changes? The Permission to Be Consistent – Although change is crucial, success frequently arises from disciplined, repeated actions. Listen For 0:00 Introduction 0:38 Podcast & Live Stream Info 1:01 Book Promotion 1:31 Guest Introduction 2:40 Jones Loflin’s Background & New Book 4:00 The Journey to the Book Focused as a Bee 5:07 The Inspiration Behind the Book 6:06 Writing with His Daughter 8:05 Why Busy is Crossed Out in the Title 9:45 The Most Dangerous Four Letter Word 12:14 The Six Permissions for Focus 14:12 Permission 1 Prioritize 16:25 A Tip for Prioritization 18:06 Permission 2 Plan 19:48 Why Leaders Need to Plan Beyond Work 20:57 Permission 3 Be Unavailable 22:53 How Bees Ignore Distractions 24:17 Permission 4 Recharge 25:39 Why Leaders Must Prioritize Their Own Wellbeing 25:58 Permission 5 Change 27:12 Permission 6 Be Consistent 29:41 Leadership Insights from the Book 31:38 Jones Loflin’s Personal Insights 32:56 What Jones is Currently Reading 34:03 Where to Find Jones and His Book 36:08 Closing Remarks Meet Jones Jones' Story: Jones Loflin is an accomplished author and coach. His books include Always Growing, Juggling Elephants, Getting The Blue Ribbon, Getting to It, and his latest book Focused as a Bee – Six Buzzworthy Strategies to Thrive in a Distracting World. Jones has made it his life’s work to deliver powerful ideas and practical solutions to help people make the best choices with their time. His client list includes Federal Express, Tractor Supply, and Choice Hotels as well as the United States military. Jones believes the key to success is being passionate about certain things in life, including family, spiritual beliefs, career and relationships. Jones lives in North Carolina with his wonderful wife Lisa. They have two perfect daughters and one really cool son-in-law. 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 Jones Loflin and Sydney Loflin by Alison Fragale PhD by Spencer Johnson by Jones Loflin and Todd Musig 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. Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! 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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Are You Stereotyping Yourself? - Thoughts from Kevin
03/10/2025
Are You Stereotyping Yourself? - Thoughts from Kevin
Are You Stereotyping Yourself? Have you ever thought about how you define yourself? Maybe you've said, "I'm bad at math" or "I'm an extrovert." But are those statements always true? In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry explores the concept of self-stereotyping—how we unconsciously put ourselves into boxes that limit our potential. By recognizing and challenging these self-imposed labels, we can unlock more flexibility and growth in our personal and professional lives. This episode is part of an ongoing series based on Kevin’s book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Learn how to break free from self-stereotypes and become a more adaptable leader. 🔹 Get your copy of Flexible Leadership 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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Five Mindsets Workers Need to Succeed | The Evolving Workplace
03/06/2025
Five Mindsets Workers Need to Succeed | The Evolving Workplace
The workplace is evolving faster than ever, and individual employees need to keep up—or risk being left behind. In this episode of The Evolving Workplace series, Wayne Turmel shares the five key mindsets that will help you thrive in today's shifting professional landscape. From AI literacy and adaptability to mastering communication and networking, these skills will help you stay relevant and valuable in any industry. Whether you're working remotely, in a hybrid setup, or fully in-office, these strategies will help you stand out and future-proof your career. Tune in to learn how to take control of your professional development and add real value to your employer. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Episode 5 of The Evolving Workplace 01:13 - The workplace is changing—how do we stay ahead? 02:07 - Why adding value to your employer is key 03:15 - Mindset #1: Get comfortable with technology & AI 06:14 - The reality of AI “hallucinations” (and why you must fact-check) 08:02 - Mindset #2: Cultivate adaptability & flexibility 10:07 - Mindset #3: Master communication skills (writing, speaking & virtual presence) 11:36 - Mindset #4: Build strong relationships & network effectively 14:12 - Mindset #5: Understand your employer & industry trends 16:20 - Resources for career growth & leadership 16:45 - What’s coming next in the final episode of The Evolving Workplace Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! 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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Rethinking Success with Adrian Kelly
03/05/2025
Rethinking Success with Adrian Kelly
What does success look like beyond the traditional indicators of achievement? In this episode, Kevin interviews Adrian Kelly to discuss the complexities of success, the common misconceptions about it, and how leaders can redefine success for themselves and their teams. Adrian emphasizes the importance of resilience, learning from failure, and the idea that success is often a collaborative effort rather than an individual one. Kevin and Adrian also examine the role of balance in leadership, the risks associated with groupthink, and the concept of viewing setbacks as opportunities for learning rather than failures. Listen For 00:00 Intro: What is Success? 00:34 Welcome to The Remarkable Leadership Podcast 01:22 Kevin’s Latest Book: Flexible Leadership 02:17 Introducing Adrian Kelly 03:28 Adrian’s Background: Law, Sports & Psychology 05:09 Growing Up in Ireland: Challenges & Motivation 08:08 Why Write The Success Complex? 10:14 Defining Success: A Subjective and Fleeting Concept 11:27 Success is a Team Sport 13:02 The Invisible Forces Holding Us Back 14:25 Self-Transcendence: The Highest Form of Success 16:08 Balance: The Key to Sustainable Success 17:45 How People Lose Their Way 18:43 Stress, Resilience & The Role of Recovery 20:33 Growth Through Challenge: Pushing Limits 22:47 The Danger of Groupthink & Surrounding Yourself with the Right People 23:37 Never Lose Again: The Power of Learning & Growth 27:27 Increasing Your Luck: How to Create Opportunities 31:46 Storytelling & The Power of Examples in the Book 32:42 What Does Adrian Do for Fun? 33:11 What is Adrian Reading? 34:34 Where to Connect with Adrian Kelly 35:30 Kevin’s Final Challenge: Taking Action 36:42 Closing & Next Week’s Episode Teaser Adrian's Story: Adrian Kelly is the author of The Success Complex: Ancient Wisdom, The Building Blocks of Life, and Your Path to Sustained Success. He is a recognized sports and performance coach, award-winning lawyer, and a sought-after guest speaker. He has lectured and been an external examiner at the Law Society of Ireland, where he is currently undertaking a master’s degree in psychology. Adrian is keenly interested in promoting sport and well-being and is the current Chairman of the multi-million euro and award-winning Peace Link Sport Complex Clones in Ireland. With a broad spectrum of sports coaching experience, from Senior Intercounty Ladies Gaelic Football to amateur baseball both domestically and internationally with the U18 Irish International Team at two European Championships, he also works closely with a number of high schools, pioneering the Dragon’s Den programs and competitions for students and overseeing a college scholarship program. A former solicitor, ranked at the top of the profession by Legal 500, Adrian’s entrepreneurial journey includes working with high net-worth individuals and cofounding a rapidly growing renewable energy company, where he played a crucial role from 2008 to 2018. Following this he has been active as a business advisor and coach, assisting over 100 companies with his team across both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. 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 Adrian Kelly by David Robert Grimes 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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