Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 17, 2011

This week’s Resource Recommendation is Best Practices Are Stupid – 40 Ways to Out-Innovate the Competition by Stephen M. This is a book about creativity and innovation. And this is a book about organizational change. It is mostly about examining sacred cows (i.e.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JULY 18, 2021

When we think about innovation, we often think of the big home-run idea – the kind books are written about and dreams are made of. We get starry-eyed at the prospect – and then discouraged that we aren’t creative enough and could never be that innovative. But what if we thought about innovation differently? What […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

JULY 30, 2012

During a recent guest conversation for members of our Remarkable Leadership Learning System, creativity expert Josh Linkner said “an idea is a like a spark.” I’m sure that isn’t the first time I’ve heard that metaphor, but it struck me in a new way. Like you, I’ve experienced sparks, and while they can inadvertently start [.].

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Kevin Eikenberry

JULY 19, 2022

Micromanagement scrunches initiative Micromanagement reduces trust Micromanagement dampens innovation. No one likes it. But why is it such a problem? Micromanagement promotes compliance. Any of these reasons is enough for us to stop micromanaging. But let’s think now about us as the leader. How does it hurt us beyond all […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 14, 2012

By Oren Klaff I love the way the book opens – with a pitch. Here it is: Here’s the “big idea” in 76 words: There is a fundamental disconnect between the way we pitch anything and the way it is received by our audience. As a result, at the crucial moment, when it is most [.].

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Kevin Eikenberry

JULY 31, 2014

Creativity Innovation Leadership Learning' I thought giving you an answer here might be helpful, because I’ve been asked a similar question many times in workshops over the years, including again recently. Here is the basic version of the question. How can […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

JUNE 30, 2014

Communication Creativity Leadership Leadership Communication Learning independence innovation trust' But actually I am wishing that all of you (regardless of the country that issued […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

APRIL 27, 2014

Books Creativity Innovation Leadership Learning Solving Problems' This isn’t really a new idea – Peters and Waterman made the idea of “skunkworks” famous in their book In Search of Excellence back in 1983. Yet the concept […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

MAY 4, 2014

Books Innovation Leadership Learning Apollo Program marketing PR' This book tells us that story – an important part of the Moon program not yet ever explored in this way. Take two marketing and PR professionals with a passion for the history […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

JUNE 30, 2014

Communication & Interpersonal Skills Leadership & Supervisory Skills Personal & Professional Development independence innovation trust' The post Five Ways Leaders Can Declare Their Independence appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

Innovation Leadership Learning Manage Projects Personal Development Quotations Solving Problems opportunity Stephen Covey' Because it is important, because it connects to the one from last week, and because we all need to be reminded of it. “Effective people are not problem-minded; they are opportunity- minded. ” - […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 30, 2013

Creativity Empowerment Innovation Leadership Learning Personal Development Quotations James Joyce mistakes quotation' And I’ve come to believe that the way we view and how we respond to them plays a huge role in our attitude, approach, and results in life. What am I talking […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

JUNE 24, 2013

Creativity Leadership Learning experience innovation new ideas' These are of course important skills for leaders to possess – both for them personally and to support the creative ideas of the rest of their team. Think about it this way – as leaders, we are trying [.].

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Kevin Eikenberry

APRIL 26, 2013

Change Change Leadership Innovation Leadership Learning Quotations Solving Problems flexibility Idea security William O. Even a basic understanding of history would tell you that he presided during times of significant change. In fact, in the role of a Supreme Court Justice at any time in history would force a [.].

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Kevin Eikenberry

MARCH 15, 2018

She is the author of several books, including her latest, The Regenerative Business, which shifts our way of working so that we see innovation, financial gain, and customer loyalty while building human capacity. Carol Sanford challenges they way we think about leadership and best practices. She tasks leaders […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 13, 2015

It’s often the biggest barrier to innovation, causing a major halt to project momentum and success. But what if I told you there was a way around this? Check out the solution in the video below! “The lack of money is never the reason to abandon a project; in fact, it might be what you […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

JUNE 8, 2017

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 […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 5, 2010

Paul shared a string of fabulous ideas and techniques to help everyone be more effective at both problem solving and innovation. He said that when striving for innovation, leaders should think like venture capitalists. Consider these five action steps: Look for lots of innovative ideas in your area of need.

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 17, 2016

Leadership training focuses on a variety of skills; communication, influencing change, coaching, building teams, stimulating collaboration and innovation, attaining goals and much more. Building these skills is important; which is one reason why so much time and money is invested in these efforts.

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Kevin Eikenberry

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

Leadership & Supervisory Skills innovation inquiry questions' The post A More Beautiful Question: the Power of Inquiry to Spark Breakthrough Ideas appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

You’ll learn why innovation in leadership is […]. Most know Maynard for his amazing performances as the leading front man of Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer, but he also owns (and runs) his own winery, Caduceus, in Arizona.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 4, 2015

His most recent book, The Innovators, has been on the best seller list his year. By Walter Isaacson Walter Issacson is an accomplished biographer – he’s written bestselling and acclaimed books about Einstein, Kissinger, Ben Franklin and Steve Jobs. He’s also been the CEO of CNN and the Editor of Time Magazine. Knowing all of […].

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 11, 2010

They look for innovative approaches (like the Remarkable Leadership Learning System ). Many approaches are taken. They buy books (like Remarkable Leadership ). They send people to external training workshops (like Bud to Boss or Leadership Training Camp). They develop internal training programs. -R

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 22, 2011

I can’t remember the contents of the article, but I remember the headline of “Obliterate, don’t innovate&#. Tagged as: Boeing , future flight , NASA { 4 comments… read them below or add one } Thabo Hermanus January 23, 2011 at 7:59 am Kevin, this really pushes the boundaries and the pictures are awesome.

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 25, 2010

Radical Management, though not succinctly defined by the author, is an approach to leadership and management that leads to greater job satisfaction, higher productivity, client delight and continuous innovation. The book’s subtitle accurately describes, as it should, what you can expect from this great read.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 15, 2010

– A Complementary Live Q&A Session Next post: Best of Blogs Winner Why I Blog Tag Cloud Popular Posts Recent Comments 360 assessment attitude change choice coaching confidence corporate leadership decisions executive leadership expectations feedback goals innovative leadership inspiration leadership leadership activities leadership activity leadership (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Regards Marisi Tambunan Reply Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: The Latent Power of a Cliche Next post: Six Ways to Overcome Your Biggest Attitude Challenge Why I Blog Tag Cloud Popular Posts Recent Comments 360 assessment attitude change choice coaching confidence corporate leadership decisions executive leadership expectations feedback (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

Tagged as: from bud to boss Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Two Books to Better Organizational Results Why I Blog Tag Cloud Popular Posts Recent Comments 360 assessment attitude change choice coaching confidence corporate leadership decisions executive leadership expectations feedback goals innovative leadership inspiration leadership leadership (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Tagged as: attitude , gratitude , thanksgiving Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Developing Your Leadership Cojones – a Guest Post by Dan McCarthy Next post: How to Get Lazy People to Work Why I Blog Tag Cloud Popular Posts Recent Comments 360 assessment attitude change choice coaching confidence corporate leadership decisions executive (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 3, 2010

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe What a Leader Can Learn From 20 Cents Postage Due by Kevin Eikenberry on December 3, 2010 in Collaboration , Innovation , Leadership , Video I received a package in the mail this week. With 20 cents postage due on the envelope.

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 18, 2010

He is also a syndicated columnist and contributing editor on topics of leadership and innovation, his theories and practices having been taught at many of the nation’s top business schools. Myatt has been recognized as one of the world’s top 25 leadership experts , and is acclaimed for his contributions to the field of leadership.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 6, 2010

Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Finding Your Bigness Balance: Seven Ways to Properly Set the Size of Your Goals Next post: Leaders as Super Heroes – a Guest Post from Becky Robinson Why I Blog Tag Cloud Popular Posts Recent Comments 360 assessment attitude change choice coaching confidence corporate leadership decisions executive (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

Tagged as: professional development , selling Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Seven Ways to Be More Comfortable and Confident When Receiving Feedback Next post: The Latent Power of a Cliche Why I Blog Tag Cloud Popular Posts Recent Comments 360 assessment attitude change choice coaching confidence corporate leadership decisions executive (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 16, 2010

Tagged as: Dan McCarthy , Mike Myatt , Steve Roesler Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Best of Leadership Blogs 2010 – Coming to a Close Next post: Making Decisions to Make You Most Productive Why I Blog Tag Cloud Popular Posts Recent Comments 360 assessment attitude change choice coaching confidence corporate leadership decisions executive (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

Tagged as: career success , leadership development , power , professional development , selling Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Three Ways to Effectively Show Your Gratitude Next post: When People Don’t Know.

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 23, 2010

Tagged as: vision Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Five Reasons Why Every Leader is a Salesperson Next post: Leadership Lagniappe Why I Blog Tag Cloud Popular Posts Recent Comments 360 assessment attitude change choice coaching confidence corporate leadership decisions executive leadership expectations feedback goals innovative leadership (..)

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