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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Why Leaders Must Put Thoughts Into Words
<p >Have you ever had an idea that felt perfectly clear in your head… until you tried explaining it?</p> <p >Suddenly someone asks a question, and the idea that seemed so solid starts to fall apart.</p> <p >In this episode, I explore a simple but powerful idea: thoughts are fuzzy, words bring clarity.</p> <p >When we put our thoughts into words—whether spoken or written—we begin to see them more clearly. That clarity helps us communicate better, strengthen relationships, and lead more effectively.</p> <p >I share why this happens and offer practical examples you can use im...
The Emotional Intelligence Advantage with Amy Jacobson
<p>Why is emotional intelligence no longer optional for leaders facing change and challenging conversations? Amy Jacobson joins Kevin to discuss what emotional intelligence really is and why it matters more than ever. They explore emotional intelligence as a skill, not an identity, emphasizing that EQ shows up in the how and why behind our decisions and behaviors. Amy shares a common misconception about emotional intelligence, clarifying that it isn't about avoiding conflict, being agreeable, or maintaining constant positivity, but about understanding emotions, regulating responses, and choosing actions that move people and outcomes forward. Amy also introduces relatable metaphors, such...
Are You Thinking Enough? - Remarkable TV
<p >Are you thinking enough?</p> <p >In a world filled with constant notifications, endless meetings, and nonstop busyness, deep thinking has become rare. But leadership isn't built on reacting — it's built on thoughtful decisions.</p> <p >If you want better results, stronger influence, and smarter choices, you must protect time to think.</p> <p >In this episode, I'll share:</p> <p >Why modern work works against real thinking</p> <p >How automatic habits limit better leadership decisions</p> <p >What leaders should actually be thinking about</p> <p >How thinking sets you apart professionally</p> <p >3 practical ways to sc...
The Octopus Organization with Phil Le-Brun
<p>How can organizations become more adaptable in a world of constant change? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Phil Le-Brun to explore why traditional change efforts often fail and what companies should do to succeed in today's complex environment. Phil introduces the metaphor of the octopus organization, a model for agility and continuous learning. He contrasts it with the outdated tin man approach that views people as interchangeable parts in a machine. Kevin and Phil discuss the difference between complicated and complex systems, emphasizing why leaders must move beyond linear plans and embrace learning as the path to...
Are You Trying to Develop Yourself on Your Own? - Thoughts from Kevin
<p >Are you trying to develop yourself on your own?</p> <p >Let's be clear:<br /> There is no such thing as a self-made leader.</p> <p >Leadership can be lonely — but you can't develop as a leader alone.</p> <p >In this episode of Remarkable TV, I talk about:</p> <p >✔️ Why trying to "figure it out yourself" slows your growth<br /> ✔️ Why leadership development is a team sport<br /> ✔️ How to find your people<br /> ✔️ How to create a development process<br /> ✔️ Why feedback from your team matters more than you think<br /> ✔️ What organizations must do to support their leaders</p>...
Reducing Meeting Fatigue (in 20 Minutes or Less)
<p>Are meetings burning out your team? In the final episode of this five-part series, Kevin and workplace culture expert Jennifer Moss examine how meeting overload drives burnout and reduces productivity. Data shows a 252% increase in Microsoft Teams meetings since 2019 and the rise of "pajama hours," when employees feel compelled to catch up on work during off-hours. Jennifer explains why video calls exhaust us more than we realize and why phone calls might be your secret weapon against fatigue. They share practical strategies: conduct a calendar audit, convert some meetings to asynchronous formats, and invite people only when they're truly...
Leading in the Project Economy with Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez
<p>What if projects weren't just part of work but how work gets done in your organization? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez to discuss the project economy and why treating projects as "side work" is no longer an option for leaders. Antonio challenges traditional hierarchies and operational mindsets, making the case that today's value creation, innovation, and transformation happen primarily through projects. He also explains why mindset matters more than tools and why project leaders must think like entrepreneurs who own outcomes, fight for value, and bring problems into the open rather than hide them. Kevin...
Are You Delegating Work or Developing People? - Thoughts from Kevin
<p >Most leaders are told, "You need to delegate."</p> <p >And that's true — if you delegate correctly.</p> <p >But here's the real question I want you to consider:</p> <p >Are you delegating work… or developing people?</p> <p >In this episode of Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, I challenge the common view of delegation as simply a time-management tactic. Done poorly, delegation is just handing off tasks. Done well, it becomes one of the most powerful tools you have to develop others.</p> <p >In this episode, I'll walk you through:</p> <p >The critical diff...
Better Hybrid Habits (in 20 Minutes or Less)
<p>How can leaders build better workplace culture by rethinking hybrid work? In this fourth episode of the culture mini-series, Kevin and Jennifer Moss look at how hybrid work habits are quietly shaping workplace culture in ways that undermine both people and performance, often without leaders realizing it. They argue that treating in-office and remote days identically is a missed opportunity and that leaders should design distinct expectations for each work context. They discuss why many employees feel frustrated by return-to-office mandates when the work itself hasn't changed, and how this disconnect erodes trust and motivation. The conversation highlights a...
Surrender to Lead with Jessica Kriegel
<p>What if the secret to effective leadership isn't control, but surrender? In this episode, Kevin speaks with Jessica Kriegel, who redefines surrender as a courageous choice: releasing the illusion of control and focusing on what leaders can influence: the experiences they create for their teams. Their conversation explores the delusion of control in hierarchical organizations, the pitfalls of over-management, and why leadership driven by fear and micromanagement is both unsustainable and self-limiting. Jessica also shares her S.H.I.F.T. framework, a practical model for transforming leadership mindsets. The key insight? Surrendering doesn't mean giving up; it means...
