179. Jumpstart Your Workplace Culture, with Eric Stone

Truth, Lies, and Work is an award-winning psychology podcast from the HubSpot Podcast Network, hosted by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott. 🎙 Meet This Week’s Guest: Eric Stone Leadership is broken in many workplaces. Eric Stone has spent almost 30 years figuring out what actually works. A former Regional Vice President at Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Eric built and led high-performing teams across the U.S., managing thousands of employees and navigating leadership in one of the most customer-obsessed, competitive, and fast-paced industries. But unlike many corporate leaders, Eric’s focus wasn’t just on hitting targets—it was about creating workplace cultures where employees thrived. Now, as an author, speaker, and consultant, he’s helping businesses build leadership systems that actually work—without the toxic nonsense. 💡 Key Takeaways from Eric Stone ✅ Why most leadership advice is outdated – Leaders are still being trained for workplaces that don’t exist anymore. Eric shares what’s changed and how to lead effectively in 2025 and beyond. ✅ Fear in the workplace isn’t always bad – Used correctly, a healthy level of fear can drive performance. But when does it cross the line into toxic leadership? ✅ How to bridge generational divides – From Boomers to Gen Z, today’s workplace spans multiple generations. Eric explains how to adapt leadership styles to bring out the best in everyone. ✅ The biggest mistake leaders make with remote work – Why mandating RTO (return to office) might backfire, and how to balance flexibility with accountability. ✅ How to create a culture people actually want to work in – Forget ping-pong tables and free snacks—Eric breaks down what really builds engagement and keeps top talent from leaving. 📌 Where to Learn More 📖 More about Eric: https://clearpathventures.com/ 📖 Buy Eric's Book: https://clearpathventures.com/ 💼 Follow Eric on LinkedIn: Eric Stone Want to support the podcast? Mention us on LinkedIn! Just post something like: "Just listened to Truth, Lies & Work with Eric Stone—game-changing insights on leadership!" 🎧 What’s Next? 📅 Next Tuesday: Our This Week in Work episode with the biggest workplace news stories, a spicy hot take, and our world-famous Workplace Surgery, where Leanne answers your toughest work dilemmas. 📢 Subscribe now so you don’t miss it! General Support with Mental Health and Well-being If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful. Mind website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/ If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please do consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email [email protected] (Rest of World) Connect with Al and Leanne Join the Conversation on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truthlieswork/ Connect with Al on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisalelliott/ Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetleanne Email: [email protected] Book a Call with Al & Leanne: https://savvycal.com/meetleanne/chat