The Remarkable Leadership Podcast

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 valu...

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 r...

Are organizations simply machines—structured, rigid, and predictable? Or could they be something more? In this episode, Kevin Eikenberry challenges the traditional mechanistic view of organizations and introduces a more dynamic perspective: organizations as living organisms . 🌱 Discover how shifting this mindset can help you lead more effectively in a rapidly changing world. Kevin explores: ✔️ Th...

The workplace is evolving faster than ever—are businesses keeping up? In this episode of The Evolving Workplace , Wayne Turmel explores five key trends that will impact organizations in the next five years. AI, remote work policies, hiring struggles, and office real estate—what does it all mean for the future of work? Key Takeaways: The growing influence of AI in the workplace How automation is re...

How can leaders effectively work with and lead people who are different from them? Kevin welcomes Kelly McDonald to explore the challenges and benefits of leading diverse teams and how embracing different perspectives can drive better business outcomes. She explains why the term "diversity" has become a challenge in workplaces and offers practical strategies for leaders to navigate workplace diffe...

Are you always searching for the right answer? As leaders, we are often taught to look for definitive answers, but what if the best approach isn't about being right, but being flexible? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry challenges the idea that there's always a single correct answer. Instead, he encourages leaders to focus on good, possible, or even the best available choices—espe...

What will the workplace look like in the next five years? In this episode of The Evolving Workplace , Wayne Turmel breaks down five major technology trends shaping the future of work. From AI-powered collaboration tools to cybersecurity risks in hybrid work, these innovations will impact remote work, leadership, and digital transformation. What You'll Learn: Why AI & automation are here to stay—an...

What comes first: the customer or the employee? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Stephan Meier to explore why putting workers first isn't just good ethics—it's good business. Stephan highlights how engaged, motivated employees directly impact company success. Drawing from his background in behavioral economics, he breaks down four key motivators for workers: purpose (shoot for the moon), auto...

Confidence in uncertainty—how do we achieve it? In this episode of The Remarkable Leadership Podcast , Kevin Eikenberry shares practical strategies to help you build confidence, even when facing uncertainty. You'll learn why acknowledging uncertainty can actually boost confidence, how to gather insights from others, and why making "clothes decisions" instead of "tattoo decisions" can help you move...

In this special edition of The Evolving Workplace series, Wayne Turmel explores the three dominant work models that have emerged in the post-pandemic world: fully remote, fully in-office, and hybrid work. While the debate continues over which model is best, Wayne takes an objective look at the pros, cons, and realities of each approach. From cost savings and productivity in remote-first organizati...

What does it take to succeed as a leader in today's fast-paced world of high growth? Kevin welcomes back Patrick Thean to discuss the practices leaders need to succeed in high-growth environments. Patrick emphasizes the importance of self-improvement, with practices like staying curious and continuously leveling up to avoid becoming a bottleneck for your team or organization. He explains how leade...

Uncertainty is everywhere. It can create stress, hinder decision-making, and stop forward progress. But what if uncertainty wasn't all bad? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the truth about uncertainty—both its challenges and its benefits. Discover how uncertainty can actually enhance learning, build social connections, encourage creativity, and strengthen flexibility. Pl...

Remote work didn't just appear overnight—it's been evolving for decades! In this debut episode of  The Evolving Workplace  series, Wayne Turmel takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of remote work. From the early days of landlines and fax machines to the game-changing introduction of laptops and video conferencing, he explores how technology, corporate culture, and even a few unexp...

How can leaders navigate the complexities of polarization and build trust in an age of outrage? Kevin sits down with Karthik Ramanna to discuss strategies for effective leadership in a world marked by heightened emotion, distrust, and division. Karthik shares his five-part framework for navigating outrage, which includes turning down the temperature, building trust, scoping organizational response...

Did you know that context makes you smarter? In this episode of Remarkable TV , Kevin Eikenberry shares how understanding context helps you make better decisions and become a more effective leader. Learn three powerful ways to improve your context-awareness: 1️⃣ Ask for different perspectives – Expanding your view can lead to better decisions. 2️⃣ Recognize when "It depends" applies – What follows...

Are you subsidizing your business success at the cost of your own well-being? Andy Brown defines this as emotional overdraft and just like a financial overdraft, these behaviors might work in the short term but become unsustainable and costly over time. Andy explains to Kevin that while this behavior is common, it can lead to stress, burnout, and reduced personal and professional effectiveness. An...

This is a special bonus episode from Long-Distance Worklife where Wayne Turmel is joined by leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry to discuss the future of leadership, workplace flexibility, and the key insights from Kevin's latest book,  Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence . They explore why leadership must evolve in response to an ever-changing work environment, how le...

Are leadership styles truly helpful, or do they limit our potential? 🤔 In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin Eikenberry explores the power and the pitfalls of leadership styles. Using a surprising analogy—his antique toy tractor—Kevin explains how leadership models simplify complex ideas but can also box us in if we rely on them too much. 📖 Want to learn how to lead with more flexibility? Grab...

What does it mean to think flexibly? In this episode of Remarkable TV , Kevin Eikenberry explores the concept of flexible thinking and how it can help leaders navigate uncertainty with confidence. Kevin explains the difference between either/or thinking and both/and thinking, emphasizing why flexibility in thought is crucial in today's complex world. He also provides insights from his new book, Fl...

What does it mean to empower your team to make good decisions? Chris Seifert tells Kevin that empowerment is more than a buzzword, it requires leaders to build both the competence and confidence of their team. Chris shares his decision-making framework designed to address two critical organizational issues: poor root cause analysis and ineffective decision-making in complex environments. Through r...

Imagine a workplace where your skills – not your job title – define your value. What if the way we've understood work for decades is about to be completely transformed? In this episode, Kevin is joined by Ravin Jesuthasan to discuss how the rise of skills-based organizations is reshaping work, talent management, and leadership. Ravin shares a case for why organizations must move beyond traditional...

Would you rather be flexible or consistent as a leader? In this episode of Remarkable TV, Kevin explores the advantages of both and reveals how effective leaders can strike the right balance. Learn why flexibility aids resilience and change while consistency builds trust and stability. Discover practical advice you can apply today. Don't forget to grab Kevin's new book,  Flexible Leadership , for...

How can you turn the challenges of disruption into opportunities for growth and innovation? Terence Mauri joins Kevin to discuss how leaders can transform uncertainty into opportunity and thrive in a rapidly changing world. Terence believes leaders need to shift their mindset and embrace curiosity, unlearn outdated practices, and foster cultures of agility and innovation. He also shares his  DARE...

Kevin Eikenberry dives into the dynamic duo of intention and action. Learn why these two forces are powerful individually but unstoppable when combined. Discover how to harness their synergy to drive change, build momentum, and achieve better results in your leadership journey. 📖 Key Takeaways:  - Why action is the catalyst for all change and movement. -The pitfalls of intention without action an...

Are you prepared to embrace a future defined by proximity? Rob Wolcott and Kaihan Krippendorff say we are in the digital age which is fundamentally different from the industrial age. They join Kevin to discuss the concept of proximity equals zero (P=0) – the compression of value closer to moments of demand - and how this is changing the way we work and live. They share how proximity connects with...