Unlocking Leadership Excellence: Storytelling, Resilience, and Culture with Alan Eagle

Welcome to this week's edition of our podcast series, where we delve into the minds of exceptional leaders and uncover their secrets to success. In this episode, we are thrilled to feature Alan Eagle, a renowned author, consultant, coach, and speaker who has spent over 16 years at Google, working in executive communications and sales. Alan is the co-author of groundbreaking books such as How Google Works, Trillion Dollar Coach, and Learned Excellence. He now dedicates his expertise to helping leaders craft and share their stories more effectively.

About the Guest: Alan Eagle Alan Eagle brings a wealth of knowledge from his extensive career in Silicon Valley, offering invaluable insights into leadership and culture building. His books have left a lasting impact on how organizations view leadership, particularly his work on Trillion Dollar Coach, which highlights the legendary leadership style of Bill Campbell. Alan's unique blend of storytelling, resilience, and leadership wisdom makes him a highly sought-after advisor and coach to individuals and organizations worldwide.

Episode Highlights: Lessons from Silicon Valley Leadership

In this insightful episode, host Jeff Lackey and Alan Eagle dive deep into the leadership principles that have shaped Alan's career. From navigating layoffs to working with startups, Alan shares his personal journey of resilience and growth. They discuss the lessons learned from Trillion Dollar Coach and Learned Excellence, focusing on creating strong organizational cultures and the critical role storytelling plays in leadership.

Key Takeaways from the Episode:

• Resilience is Key: Alan's personal experiences with being laid off three times taught him to view failure as an opportunity for growth. He emphasizes that pushing boundaries often leads to failure, but it's an essential part of achieving success.
• Cultural Excellence Drives Success: Alan underscores the importance of building a strong culture within organizations. Whether on an individual or corporate level, fostering a culture of excellence is vital for long-term success.
• Storytelling in Leadership: According to Alan, one of the most powerful tools a leader has is their personal story. It’s not just about communicating effectively, but also about using those stories to motivate and inspire teams, creating deeper trust and connection.

Notable Quotes from Alan Eagle:

• “The first thing about a coach is that I am loyal to you. My number one agenda is your success.”
• “If you're not failing, you're not trying.” – Alan Eagle, on the importance of taking risks and learning from failures.

Don't Miss This Episode! Alan Eagle’s insights into leadership, resilience, and culture offer valuable lessons for leaders and organizations alike. Tune in to hear more about his journey and actionable advice on how to become a more effective leader.