Eric Ries, entrepreneur, author, and creator of the Lean Startup, joins Inspire Greatness to share his leadership journey and practical strategies for building teams that thrive over the long term. Hosted by Matt Tenney, this episode highlights how leaders can inspire greatness by designing organizations built for purpose, learning, and sustained impact.

From reshaping how modern companies innovate to launching mission‑driven ventures like the Long‑Term Stock Exchange, Eric Ries brings a rare blend of credibility and candor to this conversation. He reveals the pivotal moments that pushed him to rethink how organizations define success—and how leaders can keep teams aligned even under intense short‑term pressure.

In this episode, Eric offers practical, actionable methods for inspiring greatness in others, including embedding long‑term mission into daily operations. You’ll hear stories that challenge conventional thinking, spark new ideas, and equip you with tools you can apply immediately. Matt Tenney guides the discussion with thoughtful questions that illuminate both the personal and professional sides of Eric’s leadership philosophy.

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