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What keeps organizations from getting the innovation they say they want? In this episode, Kevin talks with Lorraine Marchand about why innovation so often stalls inside teams and organizations, even when leaders claim it is a top priority. Lorraine explains that the real barrier is not a lack of ideas, but a culture that punishes failure instead of treating it as experimentation and learning. They discuss the gap between intention and action, the different types of organizational innovation mindsets, and the leadership practices that help create environments where people feel safe to contribute, test, and grow. Lorraine also shares the five principles that support sustainable innovation (culture, customer focus, chance, collaboration, and change), offering practical insight for leaders at the organization level and the individual level. Listen For 00:00 Why We Want Innovation But Don't Get It 02:57 The Big Idea Behind the Book 04:08 Why Innovation Breaks Down 07:00 The 4 Types of Organizations 12:02 What This Means for Team Leaders 14:09 Why Leaders Rush to Solutions 15:32 Creating Psychological Safety 19:07 The 5 C's of Innovation 23:27 The Truth About "Customer First" 26:27 The Role of Risk in Innovation 30:01 Final Advice on Taking Initiative 31:09 What Lorraine Is Reading 32:42 Where to Connect 33:31 The Most Important Question: Now What? 33:51 Closing Thoughts Lorraine's Story: Lorraine H. Marchand is the author of the new book No Fear No Failure: Five Principles for Sustaining Growth Through Innovation. She is an acclaimed consultant, author, and educator on innovation with extensive experience in new product development. She has cofounded several start-ups; held leadership positions at companies including Bristol-Myers Squibb, Covance/LabCorp, and IBM; and served as advisor to Johnson & Johnson and Hewlett Packard. Marchand is the author, with John Hanc, of The Innovation Mindset: Eight Essential Steps to Transform Any Industry. She serves on the boards of several privately held companies and the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Advisory Board at Columbia Business School, and she teaches at the Wharton School and Yeshiva University. https://www.lorrainemarchand.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorrainemarchand/ Looking to Develop Stronger Leaders? Want help developing the leaders in your organization? Reach out to explore how the Kevin Eikenberry Group can support your team at info@kevineikenberry.com. Book Recommendations No Fear, No Failure: Five Principles for Sustaining Growth Through Innovation by Lorraine Marchand and John Hanc The Innovation Mindset: Eight Essential Steps to Transform Any Industry by Lorraine Marchand and John Hanc Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado Perez Like this? The Innovation Stack with Jim McKelvey The Human Side of Innovation with Mauro Porcini Where Creativity Meets Innovation with Deepak Ohri 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. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! Use promo code: RLP 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. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes

Most organizations make the same mistake: They promote their best performers into leadership roles... and expect success. But it doesn't always work. In this episode, I share why high performers often struggle when they become leaders — and what you can do about it. You'll learn: ✔ Why performance ≠ leadership readiness ✔ The mindset shift new leaders must make ✔ How organizations can better support the transition ✔ What to do when the promotion doesn't work out The transition to leadership isn't a reward — it's a completely different job. And if we don't prepare people for that shift, we set them (and their teams) up to fail. Learn more about our Bud to Boss programs: https://kevineikenberry.com/bud-to-boss/ My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast. I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button. Learn more about our offerings: ➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/ Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry https://instagram.com/kevineikenberry https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage/ About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's). About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.

What does it take to create an ownership culture when most employees don't literally own the business? In this episode, Kevin talks with Greg Hawks about the mindset shifts leaders need to make to help people act like owners by bringing more of their heart, head, and hands to work. Greg explains how his framework of owners, renters, and vandals influences behavior and why leaders must pay close attention to the environments they create. He shares how organizations unintentionally produce renters by limiting contribution, tolerating toxic behaviors, and failing to help people see the bigger picture. They also discuss why the desire for responsibility is often driven by more than money, how leaders can broaden the circle, so people think beyond their own "room" in the house, and why shaping a culture of trust, contribution, and shared perspective is one of the most important responsibilities any leader has. Listen For 00:00 Why Ownership Mindset Matters (Beyond Financial Ownership) 00:38 Creating an Ownership Culture 02:54 The Big Idea: Why Acting Like an Owner Changes Everything 03:42 What "Ownership" Really Means at Work and in Life 05:20 The 3 Workplace Mindsets: Owners, Renters, Vandals 06:20 How Each Mindset Shows Up (Heart, Head, and Hands) 07:21 The Real Problem: Why Vandals Drive Disengagement 08:23 The Tipping Point Strategy: Reduce Vandals, Grow Owners 09:01 Should You Fix or Remove Toxic Employees? 10:11 Why Organizations Tolerate "Vandals" 12:08 Leadership Responsibility vs. Labeling People 14:05 How Leaders Accidentally Create "Renters" 14:35 The Power of Contribution in Building Ownership 16:32 "Reach for Responsibility" – The Key to Ownership 23:05 Breaking Silos: Widening Perspective Across Teams 28:03 Final Leadership Insight: Culture Shapes Everything Greg's Story: Greg Hawks is the author of Act Like an Owner: Five Unlocks for Creating Culture People Love and Results Leaders Need. He is a keynote speaker and corporate culture specialist who challenges leaders and teams to Act Like an Owner. For more than 25 years, he has partnered with organizations across the country to reshape culture, deepen trust, and activate ownership mindsets. Earlier in his career, Greg spent a decade as Executive Director of a nonprofit, leading teams through complex challenges and building environments where people contributed their best. That experience became the foundation for his work with companies of every size, from ESOPs and credit unions to Fortune 500 corporations and national associations. Known for his energetic presence, distinctive language, and practical strategies, Greg equips executives and employees alike to re-engage, increase accountability, and spark growth. https://www.greghawks.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghawks https://www.instagram.com/greghawks/?hl=en Looking to Develop Stronger Leaders? Want help developing the leaders in your organization? Reach out to explore how the Kevin Eikenberry Group can support your team. info@kevineikenberry.com Book Recommendations Act Like an Owner: Five Unlocks for Creating Culture People Love and Results Leaders Need by Greg Hawks Right Kind of Wrong: How the Best Teams Use Failure to Succeed by Amy C. Edmondson Like this? Compassionate Accountability with Nate Regier How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability with Michael Timms 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. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes 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. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group

Most people listen to podcasts… but never actually change anything because of them. Here's how to turn what you hear into real results. Podcasts can be one of the most powerful learning tools available—but only if you use them the right way. In this episode of Remarkable TV, I'm sharing 5 practical strategies to help you get more value from every podcast you listen to—so you don't just consume content, you actually apply it. If you want to grow as a leader (and a human being), this shift will make all the difference. In this video, you'll learn: Why your goal matters more than the podcast itself How to listen with an "application lens" A simple question that changes everything: Now what? How to turn ideas into immediate action My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast. I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button. Learn more about our offerings: ➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/ Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry https://instagram.com/kevineikenberry https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage/ About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's). About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.

Does the way you speak as a leader unlock your people's potential or hold it back? In this episode, Kevin and Jeremie Kubicek discuss what it means to be a voice-driven leader and why people development often gets crowded out by the demands of daily work. Jeremie explains that great leadership starts with a real commitment to development, not just delegation, and requires leaders to understand how each person is wired, how they learn, and where they are in their growth journey. Their discussion highlights the importance of meeting people where they are, using the developmental square to guide support through onboarding, immersion, engagement, and multiplication, and helping team members avoid the "pit of despair" that can derail progress. Jeremie's Story: Jeremie Kubicek is the author of Making Your Leadership Come Alive and The Peace Index, and co-author of The 100X Leader, 5 Voices, 5 Gears, The Communication Code, and the newly released The Voice-Driven Leader: How to Hear, Value, and Maximize Every Voice on Your Team with Steve Cockram. He is a globally recognized speaker and leadership expert dedicated to helping leaders multiply healthy influence and self-awareness. As the co-founder of GiANT Worldwide, he equips leaders and organizations to build cultures of trust, peace, and performance through practical systems of people development. https://www.giantworldwide.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiekubicek/ https://www.facebook.com/jeremiekubicek https://x.com/jeremiekubicek https://www.instagram.com/jeremiekubicek Looking to Develop Stronger Leaders? Want help developing the leaders in your organization? Reach out to explore how the Kevin Eikenberry Group can support your team at info@kevineikenberry.com. Book Recommendations The Voice-Driven Leader: How to Hear, Value, and Maximize Every Voice on Your Team by Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram Lead Like Ike: Ten Business Strategies from the CEO of D-Day by Geoff Loftus Like this? What it Means to be a 100x Leader with Jeremie Kubicek Improve Your Relationships One Conversation at a Time with Jeremie Kubicek Four Keys to Unleashing Your Team's Potential with Phillip B. Wilson Setting Explicit Expectations with R. Karl Hebenstreit 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. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group 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. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes

Most leaders think feedback starts with what they say. They're wrong. If you've ever given feedback and gotten resistance, hesitation, or no real change… this episode is for you. In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share a simple but powerful shift: Start with listening, not telling. You'll learn: Why feedback must be accepted before it can be used How asking the right question reduces resistance instantly The fastest way to turn feedback into a coaching conversation What to prepare before any feedback discussion This approach will help you create better conversations, stronger relationships, and more meaningful results. Want to go deeper? Check out the Giving Feedback Successfully Masterclass: https://remarkablemasterclass.com My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast. I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button. Learn more about our offerings: ➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/ Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry https://instagram.com/kevineikenberry https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage/ About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's). About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.

How can leaders create more clarity in uncertain times? In this episode, Kevin and Karl Hebenstreit discuss why clarity has become such a critical leadership need, especially in uncertain times, and why so many performance problems can be traced back to assumptions instead of explicit conversations. They talk about the danger of relying on the Golden Rule in leadership, the importance of moving toward the Platinum Rule by understanding how others want to be treated, and the reality that expectations must flow in every direction, not just from leader to team member. Karl shares practical insights on making one-on-ones more effective, keeping goals current as priorities change, and creating the consistency, communication, coaching, and compassion that build confidence and engagement. Listen For 00:00 Why clarity matters in leadership 01:49 Guest introduction Karl Hebenstreit 02:50 Why this topic is so timely 03:10 Clarity vs inclusivity in leadership 04:11 Clarity builds confidence 05:36 The big idea behind explicit expectations 05:54 The problem with the golden rule 06:40 Why expectations must be explicit 07:10 Expectations go both ways 09:02 The cost of unclear expectations 11:04 The platinum rule explained 12:22 Emotional intelligence and expectations 13:55 What if you cannot meet expectations 18:06 Why leaders struggle with expectations 20:26 Why one on ones matter 23:09 How to run effective one on ones 25:04 Why goals must be updated regularly 27:04 The seven Cs of expectations 31:57 Final leadership challenge Karl's Story: R. Karl Hebenstreit Ph.D., PCC, PHR is the author of the PenCraft Award-winning and international conference best-seller The How and Why: Taking Care of Business with the Enneagram (now in its third edition), the PenCraft Award and Readers' Favorite 5-Star Award-winning Nina and the Really, Really Tough Decision (available in English, Spanish, French, Greek, and Portuguese), and the Axiom Award-winning Explicit Expectations: The Essential Guide & Toolkit of Management Fundamentals. He has 25+ years of global experience in the biotechnology, healthcare, telecommunications, high-tech, pharmaceutical, and real estate services industries. He holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology from Alliant International University/California School of Professional Psychology, a MS in Human Resource Management from the Rutgers Graduate School of Management and Labor Relations, and a BA in Psychology, French, and Political Science from Rutgers College. Karl received his executive coaching training through Fielding Graduate University. He is an accredited Enneagram Teacher, an IEA Accredited Professional with Distinction, and is also certified in the Myers-Briggs Type Instrument (MBTI). http://www.performandfunction.com/ https://linkedin.com/in/rkarlhebenstreit Looking to Develop Stronger Leaders? Want help developing the leaders in your organization? Reach out to explore how the Kevin Eikenberry Group can support your team at info@kevineikenberry.com Book Recommendations Explicit Expectations: The Essential Guide & Toolkit of Management Fundamentals by R. Karl Hebenstreit Ph.D. The How and Why: Taking Care of Business with the Enneagram Nina and the Really, Really Tough Decision Like this? Making One-on-Ones More Effective (in 20 Minutes or Less) Transforming the Workplace with Purpose and Authenticity with Kelly Winegarden Hall Coaching Power with Luciana Núñez 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. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group 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. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes

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How can leaders build stronger relationships that lead to greater trust, influence, and results? In this episode, Kevin talks with Ravi Rajani about the idea of "relationship currency" and why success in leadership and business ultimately comes down to how effectively we communicate and connect with others. Ravi explains that relationship currency is created when two people engage in a meaningful value exchange focused on helping the other person achieve their goals without self-interest. Their discussion explores the importance of shaping our internal story, recognizing how the labels and identities we give ourselves influence our behavior and conversations. Ravi also reframes charisma as a natural ability we all possess: the capacity to make others feel significant in our presence. He shares practical tools such as giving authentic, specific compliments and asking story-worthy questions that deepen connection. They also examine the role of influence as a positive force for change and the three C's of trust—connection, character, and competence. Ravi's Story: Ravi Rajani is the author of Relationship Currency: Five Communication Habits for Limitless Influence and Business Success. He is an international keynote speaker, communication expert, and LinkedIn Learning instructor, with over 65,000 people having taken his courses on Conscious and Charismatic Communication. Recognized as one of the world's leading thought leaders in storytelling and communication, Ravi has worked with mission-driven leaders, teams, and organizations such as Oracle NetSuite, T-Mobile, and Sherwin-Williams. Over the years, Ravi has helped companies and people like this become masterful communicators, tell compelling stories, listen with intention and build meaningful relationships that amplify revenue growth and cultivate a culture of trust. Off stage or camera, Ravi lives just outside of London, UK, with his wife, son, daughter and furry little West Highland Terrier. http://www.theravirajani.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/theravirajani https://www.youtube.com/@theravirajani https://www.tiktok.com/@theravirajani https://www.instagram.com/theravirajani/ Looking to Develop Stronger Leaders? Want help developing the leaders in your organization? Reach out to explore how the Kevin Eikenberry Group can support your team at info@kevineikenberry.com Book Recommendations Relationship Currency: Five Communication Habits For Limitless Influence and Business Success by Ravi Rajani Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown Like this? Write to Influence with Carla Bass Improve Your Relationships One Conversation at a Time with Jeremie Kubicek Relationship Building is Business Building with Mo Bunnell 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. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes 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. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! Use promo code: RLP

Are you willing to ask for help? I've learned that asking for help isn't weakness—it's awareness. And as a leader, it can make all the difference in your results and your relationships. You've been there—I know I have. You're stuck. You know you could ask for help… but you don't. So the real question is: why? In this episode of Remarkable TV, I share why asking for help is one of the most important (and most overlooked) leadership habits—and what happens when we avoid it. Here's what I want you to think about: - Why asking for help is awareness, not weakness - The real cost of waiting too long to ask - How asking creates stronger connections and better results - Why, as leaders, we must model this behavior for others If we want more collaboration, better outcomes, and stronger teams, it starts with us being willing to ask. Join my free weekly newsletter: Unleashing Your Remarkable Potential https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletter My name is Kevin Eikenberry and I'm here to help you reach your goal as a leader and a human being with Remarkable TV and the Remarkable Leadership Podcast. I am also the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group. We provide speaking, training, consulting, and coaching services to organizations who believe in investing in their most valuable assets – their people. Whether we are leading a training workshop, speaking to a group, facilitating a planning meeting, consulting with a leadership team, helping with team building, writing or developing products, our vision will be clear in everything we do – We want to be Your Leadership Help Button. Learn more about our offerings: ➡️ FREE NEWSLETTERs: Sign up for any of our newsletters: https://kevineikenberry.com/newsletters ➡️ LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS: Sign up for any of our online workshops to help you become a better leader: https://kevineikenberry.com/store/?product_type=Workshops ➡️ SPEAKING: Learn more about our Speaking opportunities for your next event: https://kevineikenberry.com/how-we-can-help-speaking/ Connect with Kevin Eikenberry on Social Media: https://kevineikenberry.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry https://instagram.com/kevineikenberry https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage/ About Kevin Eikenberry: Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, a world expert on leadership development, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, popular blogger, husband and dad, a fan of Purdue athletics and antique tractors (especially John Deere's). About The Remarkable Leadership Podcast: The Remarkable Leadership Podcast with Kevin Eikenberry is dedicated to all things leadership. Twice a week Kevin shares his thoughts about leadership development and ideas to help you lead more confidently and make a bigger difference for those you lead. He also has weekly conversations with leadership experts discussing a wide range of topics including teamwork, organizational culture, facilitating change, personal and organizational development, human potential and more.