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 ...
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How Leaders Deceive Themselves and How to Overcome It with Victoria Trammel
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Have you ever considered that your best intentions as a leader can lead to self-deception and undermine your effectiveness? Kevin speaks with Victoria Trammel about how self-deception ties to our identity as leaders. Self-deception leads to what an inward mindset—an excessive and unhealthy self-focus that leads us to see ourselves and others in alt…
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How to Stop Interrupting: Practical Tips for Better Listening - Thoughts from Kevin
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Interrupting—it’s a habit many of us have and struggle to break. In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry shares practical strategies to help you stop interrupting and become a better listener. Whether you're leading a team, building relationships, or just trying to improve your communication skills, these tips will help you listen more effectively and av…
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Are you confident in your strategy or just following a plan? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Seth Godin, and they examine the difference between strategy and tactics, the importance of addressing choices, and why leaders should embrace uncertainty to stay relevant. Seth emphasizes that strategy is not just a step-by-step plan but a philosophy o…
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Five Ways to be a Better Listener - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin Eikenberry shares five powerful tips to help you become a better listener. From being more curious to minimizing distractions, these practical insights can enhance your relationships and leadership abilities. Watch, subscribe, and start listening better today! For more on leading remote teams, check out Kevin's book 'The Long Distance Leader:…
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Building a Better Business By Thinking Outside the Box with Erin Wade
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How do you create an amazing place to work? Is it the mac & cheese? Kevin chats with Erin Wade, founder of the wildly successful Homeroom restaurant, which specializes in one thing: mac and cheese. Erin shares the personal journey that led her from being an unhappy corporate lawyer to building a thriving business that values culture, autonomy, and …
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Hearing Isn't Listening - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin Eikenberry dives into the crucial difference between hearing and truly listening. While hearing might seem like enough, effective listening goes beyond just capturing words—it involves active engagement, body language, and genuine attention. Kevin shares personal insights and practical tips to help you improve your listening skills, enhance y…
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Discover "The Long-Distance Leader" on Audible
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We have some exciting news to share with our podcast listeners! The second edition of The Long-Distance Leader is now available as an audiobook. Perfect for leaders managing remote teams, this edition provides valuable insights to boost your confidence and effectiveness in leading from afar. Why Listen to "The Long-Distance Leader"? If you lead a r…
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The Viking Code – Learning from Norwegian Success with Anders Indset
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What can modern leaders learn from the ancient Viking spirit to drive success and collective progress? Kevin sits down with Anders Indset, and they explore the interplay between Norway’s collective culture and the rise of world-class individual performers. Anders shares his insights into the "Viking Code," a life philosophy centered around progress…
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Listening Takes More Than Your Ears - Remarkable TV
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Did you know that great listening requires more than just your ears? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explains how listening is a full-body experience that helps you stay engaged, understand better, and be more present. Discover the key benefits of multi-sensory listening and why it's essential for effective communication, especia…
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Time-Tested Prescriptions for Better Leadership with Willie Pietersen
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How can leaders ensure that their organizations not only survive but thrive in a changing world? Kevin sits down with Willie Pietersen about the importance of self-leadership, strategic direction, and interpersonal skills, framing them as the three essential domains of effective leadership. Willie explains that true leadership begins with self-awar…
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Six Reasons We Don't Listen - Thoughts from Kevin
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Why don’t we listen as well as we should? Distractions, lack of interest, and even our habits can prevent us from being effective listeners. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares six common reasons why we fail to listen—and what we can do about it. Whether you’re leading a team remotely, in a hybrid environment, or in person, im…
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The Journey of Leadership with Hans-Werner Kaas
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How can leaders evolve from simply managing tasks to inspiring their teams? Hans-Werner Kaas suggests it takes more than technical expertise. He joins Kevin to discuss what it means to lead from the inside out, understanding yourself first to effectively lead others. He highlights the importance of human-centric leadership, emphasizing the need for…
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Six Reasons to Listen More Carefully - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin Eikenberry explains six compelling reasons why we should all listen more carefully. These reasons range from improving our communication to building stronger relationships and trust. Listening is more than just hearing words; it's a key skill for becoming a better leader and human being. Whether you are leading a team remotely or in person, l…
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How AI Can Help You Create a SuperIntelligent Enterprise with Nada Sanders
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What does it take to build a superintelligent enterprise? Dr. Nada Sanders shares insights from her latest research on what it means to create a superintelligent organization. Contrary to popular belief, it's not about only relying on advanced technology. Instead, the combination of AI and human judgment drives success. Nada and Kevin discuss Kaspa…
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Why I Can't Teach You to Listen - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin Eikenberry shares why he believes listening isn't something that can be taught. While most of us know how to listen, it's our habits and intentions that make the difference. Discover why listening is more about conscious practice than learning new skills and how you can become a better listener by changing your habits. 📧 Sign up for our free …
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Relationship Building is Business Building with Mo Bunnell
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We know relationships, personal and professional, are important. How do we add value to who and what you know? Kevin sits down with Mo Bunnell, to discuss how focusing on relationships can positively impact both personal and professional growth. He highlights how business development and leadership are deeply intertwined with fostering strong relat…
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The Best Thing to Borrow - Thoughts from Kevin
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We're diving into an insightful and practical topic—the best thing you can borrow. It’s not a tool, money, or even a book—it’s someone else’s belief in you. Whether you’re struggling with confidence, procrastination, or simply need a boost to persevere, borrowing someone else's belief can make all the difference. In this episode, Kevin explains why…
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The Five Talents That Really Matter with Barry Conchie & Sarah Dalton
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What are the core talents that truly distinguish high-performing leaders from the rest? Kevin welcomes Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton to the issue of ineffective leadership. Barry and Sarah explore the essential leadership talents scientifically identified through extensive research involving over 60,000 leaders. They emphasize the importance of se…
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The Most Important Learning Question - Thoughts from Kevin
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In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry shares the most important learning question every leader must ask—'Now what?' Learn how to reflect and take action to improve your leadership and personal growth. Order The Long-Distance Leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/LDL My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a hu…
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How Agile Conversations Can Transform Your Culture with Douglas Squirrel
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Are your conversations holding back your team’s potential? Douglas Squirrel shares with Kevin shares how improving conversations within teams can drastically enhance trust, reduce fear, and align business goals. Squirrel delves into the concept of "Agile Conversations," a term inspired by the agile methodology in software development but applicable…
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Why You Should Embrace Struggle - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin Eikenberry explains why you should embrace struggle rather than avoid it. Struggles are natural and inevitable, but they also offer powerful lessons, perspective, and opportunities to grow as a leader. Kevin shares insights on how you can leverage struggles to become a better leader and build resilience. Whether you're leading a remote team o…
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Making Stress Work For You to Achieve Your Goals with Dr. Steven Stein
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Can stress be a partner in achieving our goals? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Dr. Steven Stein, a world-renowned clinical psychologist and expert in emotional intelligence, to explore the concept of hardiness. The discussion centers on the three C's of hardiness: Commitment, Control, and Challenge, and how these factors help individuals and…
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Four Rules for Remote Leadership - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin Eikenberry shares four timeless rules for effective remote leadership, drawn from the updated second edition of The Long-Distance Leader. Whether you lead a fully remote or hybrid team, these principles will help you adapt and succeed in a virtual work environment. Long-Distance Leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/LDL My name is Kevin Eikenbe…
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The Power of Embracing Life’s Difficult Journeys with Payam Zamani
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What if the challenges you've faced are the key to unlocking your leadership potential? Kevin sits down with Payam Zamani to discuss the cyclical nature of peaks and valleys in our lives. Payam highlights the value of challenges and how they prepare individuals for greater achievements. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining hope and the need …
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Overcoming Email Overwhelm - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin Eikenberry shares practical strategies to help you overcome email overload and improve your productivity. Discover how sending fewer emails, crafting shorter messages, and even picking up the phone can reduce the stress of managing your inbox. Learn more about leadership at a distance in the second edition of "The Long-Distance Leader." Long-…
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Redefining Change Management With Mindy Vail
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Do you think change is a potential threat or a potential adventure? Mindy Vail joins Kevin to discuss how a shift in mindset can redefine change management and leadership. Mindy emphasizes the importance of a humanistic approach to change management that prioritizes empathy, communication, and collaboration. She shares the significance of self-awar…
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Two Things You Must Have to Build Strong Relationships - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin Eikenberry shares the two essential factors you need to build strong relationships—whether at work or in your personal life. Strong relationships are crucial for effective leadership, and even more so when working remotely. Kevin explains how relatedness and interaction are the keys to creating those strong connections and offers practical ti…
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Being a Mentally Strong Leader with Scott Mautz
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How can we develop habits to build mental strength? Scott Mautz joins Kevin to discuss how leaders can develop habits to regulate their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors productively, especially during adversity. He introduces the concept of mental strength as a leadership superpower, highlighting that it involves more than just resilience or grit.…
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Three Ways to Build Trust Remotely - Thoughts from Kevin
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Building trust within remote teams is crucial yet challenging. In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares three powerful strategies—plus a bonus tip—that you can use to build and strengthen trust, even when working at a distance. Whether you’re leading a fully remote team or just working with colleagues you rarely see in person, thes…
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Saving Human Ability in the Age of Intelligent Machines with Matt Beane
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How can we preserve and enhance human skills in an era dominated by AI and intelligent machines? Matt Beane joins Kevin to discuss how we can continue learning and be productive at the same time. While viewing surgical operating rooms, Matt observed that integrating intelligent technologies affects skill development, particularly the novice-expert …
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Three Tips to Make Your Presentation Points Memorable
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Are your presentations impactful, or do they fade from memory as soon as the meeting ends? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry shares three powerful tips to ensure your presentation points stick with your audience long after the presentation is over. Whether you're speaking to a small team or a large audience, these strategies will h…
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The Illusion of Innovation with Elliott Parker
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What if the innovation you believe in is just an illusion? Elliott Parker joins Kevin to discuss the reasons why companies often struggle with innovation, highlighting the "capitalist dilemma" where we prioritize short-term financial capital. Elliott compares modern corporations to wildfire management in the Western United States, to explain how op…
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Discover five essential tips to prepare for your presentations effectively. Join Kevin Eikenberry as he shares practical advice to help you feel more confident and deliver impactful presentations. Whether you have a presentation today or in the future, these tips will ensure you're ready to succeed. Don't miss out—watch now and subscribe for more l…
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Creating an Unstoppable Mindset with Alden Mills
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How do you develop an unstoppable mindset? Kevin speaks with Alden Mills, who shares the importance of struggle and resilience in achieving success. He discusses the 3 mindset obstacles, which include starting, failing, and tiring. Kevin and Alden discuss his concept of the "focus funnel," which channels thoughts into impactful action, and the exer…
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Seven Deadly Presentation Sins - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin discusses the "Seven Deadly Presentation Sins" that can undermine your effectiveness as a presenter. Whether you're speaking in person or virtually, these tips will help you avoid common pitfalls and deliver your message with confidence and clarity. 📘 Pre-order your copy of "The Long Distance Leader" (Second Edition): https://KevinEikenberry.…
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Stumbling Towards Inclusion with Priya Nalkur
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How can leaders embrace inclusion effectively in their leadership journey? Priya Nalkur joins Kevin to discuss the power of inclusive leadership, exploring its intrapersonal and interpersonal dimensions. Discover how discomfort can lead to growth and why lowering the waterline in conversations is key. She also touches on psychological safety and it…
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Two Things to Never Do in Your Presentation - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin Eikenberry shares two crucial things to never do in your presentations. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or just starting out, avoiding these common mistakes will make your presentations more engaging and effective. Preorder Kevin's new book: https://kevineikenberry.com/flexible My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I’m here to help you reach your…
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The Unconquerable Leader with Nathan Tanner
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Three Ways to Close Your Presentation Strong - Thoughts from Kevin
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Kevin Eikenberry shares three powerful strategies to ensure you close your presentations on a strong note. Whether you love presenting or can't wait for it to be over, these tips will help you leave a lasting impact on your audience. Key Takeaways: Remind Them of the Why: Highlight the personal benefits for your audience. Summarize Key Points: Reca…
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How One Bad Leader Can Poison Your Company with Sean Lemson
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Have you ever considered that toxic behaviors might be affecting your leadership and organization? Sean Lemson suggests this isn’t about mal intent, but a poisonous leader can trigger disengagement, frustration, and turnover — sometimes in slow motion, so an organization is caught unaware. Sean joins Kevin to talk about toxic leadership, exploring …
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Five Ways to Start Your Presentation Strong - Thoughts from Kevin
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In this episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry shares five powerful ways to start your presentation strong. Learn why the opening of your presentation is crucial and how to capture your audience's attention and build interest from the very beginning. Whether you're a seasoned presenter or new to public speaking, these tips w…
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Negotiation Techniques for Any Business Situation with Chip Massey and Adele Gambardella
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The Simplest Presentation Format - Thoughts from Kevin
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In this episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry breaks down the simplest presentation format that has stood the test of time. Learn how Aristotle’s timeless structure of Introduction, Body, and Conclusion can transform your presentations. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just starting out, these tips will help you plan, p…
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Mastering the Art of Being All In with Lisa Danels
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What does it mean to work in a system? One decision impacts many. Lisa Danels joins Kevin to discuss the interconnected world of mindful leadership. She shares a framework for being 'all in,' which includes integrating the head, heart, and gut, knowing oneself, connecting with others, and co-creation. Lisa also highlights trust, intuition, and powe…
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Building Slides Isn't Preparation - Thoughts from Kevin
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In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin Eikenberry addresses a common misconception in presentation preparation: that building slides equals being prepared. He emphasizes that creating slides is just a small part of the preparation process and explains the essential elements that contribute to a successful pres…
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Your Most Important Leadership Number with Lee Benson
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What are you doing to strengthen your communities or your organizations? Kevin sits down with Lee Benson to discuss the concept of value creation and how leaders can identify their most important number to drive results. Benson introduces the MIND methodology, which stands for Most Important Number and Drivers which helps organizations focus on key…
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What You Must Know Before You Present - Thoughts from Kevin
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Presenting effectively is a crucial skill for leaders, whether you're speaking to a small team or a large audience. In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry delves into the key elements you need to understand before you present, focusing on how to craft your presentation to achieve your most desired response from the audience. Key Points: Understanding yo…
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The Seven Leadership Mind Leaps with Steve Dennis
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If the world has changed so much, why have we changed so little? Steve Dennis joins Kevin to discuss seven key leadership mind leaps necessary for effective transformation. These include 1. Crush Your Ego, 2. Wake up, 3. Special, Not Big, 4. Start with Wow, 5. Think Radically, 6. Safe is Risky, and 7. Faster, Faster, Go, Go, Go. From personal exper…
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The Journey to Building Trust and Leading Teams with Scott De Long
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How can leaders build trust and effectively lead their teams? Dr. Scott De Long joins Kevin to discuss the power of trust in leadership. If you don’t have trust, you don’t have a team. Scott introduces his "circle of trust" methodology to build trust faster and deeper. This includes starting with respect, listening to understand, sharing from exper…
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How Personally Do I Take Things? - Thoughts from Kevin
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Welcome to another episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast! In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry poses a thought-provoking question: "How personally do I take things?" Join Kevin as he delves into the effects of taking things personally and shares practical strategies to help you handle such situations more effectively. Whether you're a leader or…
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