Building Relationship Currency with Ravi Rajani
From The Remarkable Leadership Podcast by The Kevin Eikenberry Group
April 8, 2026 · 38 min
About this episode
Kevin Eikenberry discusses the concept of 'relationship currency' with guest Ravi Rajani, focusing on building trust and influence through effective communication.
How can leaders build stronger relationships that lead to greater trust, influence, and results? In this episode, Kevin talks with Ravi Rajani about the idea of "relationship currency" and why success in leadership and business ultimately comes down to how effectively we communicate and connect with others. Ravi explains that relationship currency is created when two people engage in a meaningful value exchange focused on helping the other person achieve their goals without self-interest. Their discussion explores the importance of shaping our internal story, recognizing how the labels and identities we give ourselves influence our behavior and conversations. Ravi also reframes charisma as a natural ability we all possess: the capacity to make others feel significant in our presence. He shares practical tools such as giving authentic, specific compliments and asking story-worthy questions that deepen connection. They also examine the role of influence as a positive force for change and the three C's of trust—connection, character, and competence. Ravi's Story: Ravi Rajani is the author of Relationship Currency: Five Communication Habits for Limitless Influence and Business…
People in this episode
Host: Kevin Eikenberry
Guest: Ravi Rajani
Topics covered
- relationship building
- trust
- influence
- communication
- leadership
- charisma
Keywords
- relationship currency
- trust
- influence
- communication
- leadership
- charisma
- value exchange
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Relationship Currency: Five Communication Habits for Limitless Influence and Business Success
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