The Remarkable Leadership Podcast

A coaching conversation starts with you and your intention. How will you try to be helpful in your interactions with others so they walk away feeling inspired or leaning a new perspective? Gregg Thompson, author of The Master Coach, and President of Bluepoint Leadership, joins Kevin to discuss coaching as a discipline and the impact on performance and career acceleration. In this episode, Kevin and Gregg: Define a coaching culture The role of coaching on performance management Core dimensions of coaching Book Recommendations and Resources: Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box by The Arbinger Institute Website LinkedIn Twitter Facebook

Jim Kerr, one of today's foremost thinkers on organizational design and culture transformation, joins Kevin to talk about culture creation in your organization and how leaders at all levels can use stories to engage and create buy-in. He also shares some insights from his latest book, It's Good to Be King. Jim focuses on the fundamentals of steady of responsible leadership and the importance of these lessons as you continue your leadership journey.

Regardless of your leadership status, you should treat your role as if your job to make other people successful. Jacob Morgan didn't always feel he has those type of managers and as a result decided to look at the workplace from the people to the infrastructure. In his latest book, The Employee Experience Advantage, Morgan analyzes over 250 global organizations to determine how to create an organization where people genuinely want, not need to show up to work. Kevin and Jacob delve into employee experiences and what we need to look for in the future.

The Entrepreneur's Book of Actions breaks down actions leaders/entrepreneurs can take to make small daily changes for a big impact. Rhett Power, award-winning entrepreneur (Wild Creations), consultant, speaker and author joins Kevin to talk about his book and his leadership journey. He shares insights on working without capital and how to persevere through the not so great times.

Former mathematics professor turned author, Robert Pool, joins Kevin to discuss what you can do to truly improve a skill set. Whether it's an instrument, a sport, or how to be a more effective leader to be better requires purposeful practice. The only way to progress is learning about what you are doing wrong and what the "best" are doing right.

Leaders invest in relationships and continue to evolve to remain relevant to that relationship. David Nour thought leader on the topic of business relationships for more than 25 years joins Kevin to discuss his latest book, Co-Create: How Your Business Will Profit from Innovative and Strategic Collaboration. Co-creation means finding the common goal, sharing the same vision and working together through your strategic relationship to achieve the next big thing.

When it comes to leading an organization or a team, you need to be relevant. Thomas Barta, former McKinsey partner and senior marketer chats with Kevin about his recent book, The 12 Powers of a Marketing Leader. Thomas and his co-author, Patrick Barwise, conducted the largest ever global study of marketing leadership to answer the question: what makes an effective and successful marketing leader? This discussion and lessons learned can be applied regardless of your role in an organization.

If you want to raise your leadership profile, you need to be concise and intentional about your career. In other words, what is your strategy to make sure you are at the table and voicing your opinion. In this episode, Sue Ritchie, a leadership coach from the UK, joins Kevin to look at how stretching your comfort zone can help you take important steps in your leadership journey.

What are you working on? This is a question leaders and potential leaders are asked all the time. Simple enough and your answer needs to show connection. Today Kevin is joined by Dianna Booher. Dianna is the author of 47 books and Founder of Booher Consultants, a communication training firm, and then more recently founder of Booher Research Institute. They discuss aspects of strategic communication, leadership, connection and humor in the workplace.

Leaders are coaches. They ask the right questions and they deliver messages with empathy. Lolly Daskal, founder of Lead from Within and the most inspiring person in the world according to the Huffington Post, shares with Kevin her thoughts on coaching and how it can be used to empower and engage people to reach their potential.

Today David Burkus joins Kevin to discuss his latest book, Under New Management, which challenges traditional workplace policiesand proves that they are dated or simply not working — and reveals what does. David is also an associate professor of management at Oral Roberts University and speaks to the new generation of employees, aka Millennials.

Organizations that grow focus on focus. This allows them to prioritize and allows them to say "no". Join Kevin and Dr. Alison Eyring, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Organisation Solutions, as they discuss growth philosophy in both work and sport. Alison, a trained organizational psychologist, helps us understand performance, our capacity, and competence in roles. In addition, she has lived in Asia for the past 20 years and brings us a different cultural perspective.

Mark Deterding, founder and principal of Triune Leadership Services, works with organizations and individuals to create a culture of servant leadership. In this episode, Kevin and Mark discuss how high performing leaders continue to assess each individual and build energy accordingly. They also look at emerging leaders and how they can enter the role with humility.

Leadership is all about behavior. In this episode, Angie Morgan and Kevin discuss the leadership development journey. Angie is founder of Lead Star and served as a Captain in the United States Marine Corps and emphasizes that you can't wait until you (or your employees) are in a leadership role before introducing leadership concepts. When people learn leadership, they spark.

It's great to have goals and they will most likely fail without execution, according to Stephen Lynch. Stephen is the Head of Strategy and Consulting at RESULTS.com, a business productivity software platform. Stephen and Kevin discuss key elements for successful execution and how to find that "bigness balance". Stephen also advises on how to create a core value statement, which can help lead to accountability.

Can an introvert be an effective leader? Most definitely, according to Jennifer Kahnweiler, global speaker and bestselling author known as the "Champion of Introverts." Jennifer and Kevin discuss both introverts and extroverts, how we all fall on the scale somewhere, and how we can work with our opposite.

Does a leader need to know all the answers and tell others what to do? Bob Tiede, the brain child behind leadingwithquestions.com, would argue that there is value in that and leaders (and their teams) are more successful when one leads with questions. Kevin and Bob discuss how to strengthen your skills to lead by asking

Howard Behar led Starbuck's domestic business as President of North America, and he became the founding President of Starbucks International opening the very first store outside of North America in Japan. He is also the author of It's Not About the Coffee and The Magic Cup. Today he joins Kevin to chat about servant leadership, growing your organization and finding joy in it all. He suggests that performance matters in all aspects of our lives and influence does not come from power but form serving other people

Per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Millennials will be the largest generation in the workforce by the end of 2015. They bring a different bias and experience to the workplace and new ideas to relationships. Dan Negroni, founder of Launchbox and author of Chasing Relevance, discusses how to relate with our colleagues and bridge that generation gap and improve employee engagement.

Great work has both impact and meaning, per Michael Bungay Stanier. Michael is the author of The Coaching Habit and Do More Great Work. He is also the founder and Senior Partner of Box of Crayons, a company that helps organizations all over the world do less Good Work and more Great Work. Michael and Kevin discuss the concept and core attributes of great work. Further, how a leader needs to be a catalyst for their team and ways to move the team towards more great work.

"I love to see people impacted by a great experience", says Chip Bell, a renowned keynote speaker and the author of several best-selling books. In this episode, Kevin and Chip discuss some differences between customer service and innovative service. Further, how you can move from just value added to value unique and create a story for your customers to tell.

Leadership is an ongoing process and great leaders continue to learn because they are curious. They don't necessarily learn from their experiences but by reflecting on their experiences. Kevin and Wally Bock discuss learning goals, relationships, and why to "not be the event." Wally learned leadership as a U. S. Marine, an executive in a multi-national corporation, and as the owner of a small business focused on improving leadership for his clients.

"You've got moxie, kid". We hear it in the moves but what does it mean? Join Kevin and John Baldoni, author of MOXIE: The Secret of Bold and Gusty Leadership (among other books), as they discuss gumption, guts and the resilience to pursue. Leaders need to be open to the learning process and not ashamed of defeat. The question is what are you going to do next? How do you take those lessons and bring you team together to thrive? If you don't have self-doubt, you may be delusional.

Leadership is leadership, according to Major General David Bassett, Program Executive Officer for Ground Combat Systems. In today's episode, Major General Bassett shares insight to leading and managing high visibility and high dollar programs. He challenges us to understand our role within the organization and recognize that if we have to use our title/position to get what we want we haven't properly instilled the values of the organization.

Leadership is not charging the hill; that is authority. Leadership comes before that. Jon Knokey, former NCAA quarterback, businessman, and author of Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of American Leadership, shares leadership lessons from Teddy Roosevelt. Learn about 'work at the center' and how Roosevelt looked at the big picture and positioned himself and America for leadership. In this episode, you'll learn: Authenticity and leadership. Creating clarity in your work. Journey of leadership. Additional Leadership Resources Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of American Leadership Making of American Leadership Jon's Book Recommendations Travels with Carley by John Steinbeck and Don Quixote by Miguel De Cervantes Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader Sign up for our free video training series, 20 Days to Remarkable Leadership. Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.

Show Notes: There is more to vision than the end result; you need to be clear of the purpose. Jesse Lyn Stoner, founder of the Seapoint Center for Collaborative Leadership and international best-selling author of Full Steam Ahead! Unleash the Power of Vision, co-authored with Ken Blanchard, shares her research and personal journey to understanding leadership vision.

For over 30 years, Arbinger has dedicated themselves to researching and exploring the power of mindset and understanding human motivation. In this episode, Jim Ferrell explains the difference between inward and outward mindset and shares some of their research on how the mindset we choose can ultimately determine our success as leaders. He'll share resources to help determine your mindset as well as how to manage and lead those who are different from you. In this episode, you'll discover: The difference between an inward and outward mindset. How your choice of mindset can fundamentally affect your life and your success in life. Simple tools to help you assess your (or your team's) mindset. How to manage different mindsets within your team and organization. Additional Leadership Resources Jim's Book Recommendations And There Was Light by Jacques Lusseyran Take the Mindset Audit and Arbinger Leadership Assessment. Get our free report: The Secrets of Becoming a Remarkable Leader Sign up for our free video training series, 20 Days to Remarkable Leadership. Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.

Like most companies, the Dwyer Group has an official mission statement and vision; however, unlike most companies, they also have a Code of Values that each employee is urged to know and follow by heart. (Associates even carry a Code of Values card so that they think about them at all times!) In this episode, Dina Dwyer-Owens talks about how putting company culture and values front and center translated to massive success, growing a small, one brand business into a national success with 11 service-based organizations with more than 2,500 franchises in 11 countries.

Leading during a time of change often comes with much resistance, which brings many challenges to move forward. If you're struggling with leading change, join change advisor, speaker, and author, Rick Maurer as he reveals his change model, the "Energy Bar," which allows leaders to get a better understanding of employees' resistance of change and how to turn opposition into support.

If you're interested in leadership, this is one episode you CANNOT afford to miss! Join Mitch Daniels, president of Purdue University and former governor of Indiana, as he discusses what it takes to be ranked in Fortune Magazine's Top 50 World Leaders.

We're all living in the "Age of Overload," in which everyone deals with the epidemic of "busyness," but what can we do about it? Join Juliet Funt, owner and founder of WhiteSpace at Work, as she offers constructive advice and tips to become more productive and successful in both your work and home life.

Want better business results and success? Then today's episode is one you won't want to miss! Join Bruce Bolger, "Mr. Engagement," and Managing Director of EEA,the Enterprise Engagement Alliance, as we discuss what REAL engagement means, and how fostering proactive involvement with others will get you on the fast track to sustainable success!

In today's not-to-be-missed episode, Doug Conant, founder of Conant Leadership, former CEO and President of Campbell Soup, and best-selling author, turns leadership on its head, by asserting that daily interruptions leaders face are actually the moments that hold the greatest opportunity for effective leadership. Whether you're new to the leadership game or a seasoned champion, this is one episode you cannot miss!

How can leaders generate loyalty, turn enemies into allies and allies into devoted followers? Sometimes we must go back in order to move forward. Join Phillip Barlag, an executive director of leadership consulting firm, World 50, and author of "The Leadership Genius of Julius Caesar," as he shows us how Caesar's life and career lessons highlight the qualities needed for any leader to increase collaboration, camaraderie and success!

Are you encouraging engagement in your workplace? In today's episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, co-founder of E Pluribus Partners and author of "Fired Up or Burned Out: How to Reignite Your Team's Passion, Creativity and Productivity," Michael Stallard discusses the leader's role in employee engagement, why culture is ESSENTIAL to the workplace, and how you can create engaging connections with your employees, regardless if your role in the workplace. Join us for this "engaging" discussion that might just change your thinking about employee engagement!

Are you the best-kept secret in your organization? What does it take to be recognized as an emerging leader? In today's episode of the Remarkable Leadership podcast, CEO of Women's Leadership Coaching, Inc., Inc., founding editor of Be Leaderly, and author of the upcoming book, "She's Got Clout: How to Become A Rising Woman of Influence," Jo Miller offers innovative tips and techniques that every up-and-coming leader needs to be successful and influential in any organization!"

Do you feel like it's an everyday battle just to accomplish anything on your to-do list? You aren't alone! In today's episode, we explore productivity and it's role in today's non-stop culture with author, productivity trainer, and the developer of the acclaimed Empowered Productivity™ System, Maura Thomas.

Want to know the secret to success? Today's guest, Jim Butler, owner of multiple multi-million dollar enterprises and best-selling author of "The System is the Secret," knows a thing or two about what it takes to be successful in business. In today's episode of the Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Jim shows us why systematic thinking and processes are essential for success in both leadership and business. If you're looking for best practices to create success in your own life, this episode is one your won't want to miss!

Strong communities help people support one another, share their passions, and achieve big goals. And they don't magically occur; they can be purposefully cultivated, whether they're in a company, a faith institution or among friends and enthusiasts. In today's episode, executive consultant and author of his new book, "The Art of Community: 7 Principles for Belonging," Charles Vogl lays out seven time-tested principles for growing enduring, effective and connected communities.

What makes an exceptional leader so great, and how can we become better leaders for those we lead? In this episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, best-selling author and founder of The Extreme Leadership Institute, Steve Farber, joins us to examine what true leadership means, as well as what we as leaders should strive to do to make both ourselves and those we lead become better in the long run.

What does it take to lead a remote team? Is it really more challenging than managing in-house? Today's guest, author and co-founder of The Remote Leadership Institute, Wayne Turmel, sheds some light on the unique aspects of leading remotely, and offers insightful tips on how you can successfully handle the challenges that remote leaders face daily. Today's episode is definitely not one you want to miss, regardless of your leadership situation!

What do wine and rock 'n' roll have in common with leadership, you may ask? Turns out, everything, for today's guest, Maynard James Keenan. Most known for his Grammy-winning music and as front man of Tool, A Perfect Circle, and his "musical cabaret", Puscifer, Keenan also owns and runs his own winery, Caduceus, in Arizona. A prime example of how creativity, innovation, and resilience make up a large part of being a successful leader, this is one podcast episode that can't be missed! In this episode, you'll discover: How positive reinforcement -- either through behaviors or actions -- impacts others towards a path to success. Why resilience and a hard-working ethic matters, regardless of your occupation. The difference between creative and utilitarian processes, and why they should go hand-in-hand. Additional Leadership Resources Velvetslippersclub.com Puscifer.com Caduceus.org Toolband.com Aperfectcircle.com The book Maynard is reading, The Hero with 1000 Faces by Joseph Campbell. Sign up for our free video training series, 20 Days to Remarkable Leadership. Get your free copy of my inspiring e-book, 101 Ways to Unleash Your Potential.

Why are some brands and people more captivating and memorable than others? In a distracted, overcrowded world, how do some leaders break through the noise to influence behavior, beliefs, and buying decisions? In today's episode of The Remarkable Leadership podcast, I'm joined by world-class branding expert, researcher, and bestselling author, of "Fascinate: Your 7 Triggers to Persuasion and Captivation," Sally Hogshead, as we explore the "Fascination Advantage," and its application in entrepreneurship and leadership. If you've ever wondered how the world sees YOU, you won't want to miss this exciting episode, as we learn how measuring our fascination factors can help us become better leaders.

What do football and leadership have to do with each other? Turns out, there are many parallels between the two, as discussed in today's Remarkable Leadership episode. Join the conversation with Bryan Neale, co-host of The Advanced Selling Podcast, sales consultant/trainer and NFL official, as we discuss the similarities between sales and football. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit Remarkablepodcast.com for updates, and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.

Are you overwhelmed trying to balance work and family life in our fast-paced culture? For today's working woman it can seem downright impossible to keep things running productively, but in today's episode, author and founder of WeavingInfluences.com, Becky Robinson, and I discuss the keys to creating an effective, successful organization built around communication, community, and core values. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates, and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.

Do you work in the education sector? Are you seeking new ways to lead, regardless of your role? Join the conversation as Head of Schools for Hoosier Academies in Indiana, Dr. Byron Ernest, and I discuss developing a culture of leadership excellence in the education sector. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates, and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.

Are you managing disengaged, unmotivated employees and don't know how to get them back in the game and on the road to success? In today's episode of The Remarkable Leadership podcast, we delve into the science of motivation with Susan Fowler, researcher and author of the best-seller, Why Motivating People Doesn't Work...and What Does. You'll learn why, as a leader, you can't motivate ANYONE, as well as what you CAN do in order to guide your team to increased engagement, productivity, and success! Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates, and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.

Are you new to the leadership game? Looking for innovative ways to mentor and coach those you lead? In today's episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we join Bill Gentry, author, as well as teacher and researcher at the Center of Creative Leadership, to examine what leaders, particularly first-time managers, can do to be successful in their work and life, as well as ways to avoid (the all too common) derailment. We also discuss why new leaders must "flip the script" and focus on developing and coaching those they lead for overall success. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates, and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.

Are you looking for new ways to become the leader that others will WANT to follow? In today's episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we discuss the theory of Followership with Cory Bouck, Regional Business Director for the Asia-Pacific Region at Johnsonville Sausage. As a former U.S. Naval Officer as well as two-term city councilman, Cory's leadership experience in the government and civic arena has taught him the importance of Followership. If you're searching for success, you won't want to miss this engaging and thought-provoking discussion. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates or join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.

Do you believe leadership is truly about affecting people's lives? In today's episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, we dive into a discussion about entrepreneurship and leadership with Mel Abraham. Mel is the author of the #1 Bestseller, The Entrepreneur's Solution, and one of the most sought after entrepreneurial mentors in the world. He believes the entrepreneurial way of life is a "new frontier" and a paradigm shift that will change our world. Join us for a conversation about leaders, entrepreneurs and people on a mission to live a life of fulfillment. Looking for more leadership learning and resources? Visit www.remarkablepodcast.com for updates and join our LinkedIn Group of like-minded leaders.