Putting People First with Eric Lenard at Johnson & Johnson
In this episode of the Fisher Leadership Initiative Podcast, Eric Lenard, VP of Global Services Finance at Johnson & Johnson, speaks with Jen Knox Shanahan about how courageous leadership means staying true to your values, embracing risk, and leading with empathy. He reflects on his own growth, the importance of celebrating people as well as results, and how a culture of learning and psychological safety empowers teams to lead boldly.
Guest, Eric Lenard:
“You know, when you think about how people feel included or feel like they belong in an organization, I think a big piece of that is how we celebrate. And I think we’re very good at celebrating results, but we’re not always good at celebrating people. And so, I’ve tried to be very intentional about celebrating the people that deliver the results, not just the outcome...it can be as simple as recognizing effort in a meeting or taking the time to personally thank someone for their contribution — even if the project didn’t land perfectly. It’s about showing that you see them and value what they brought to the table. That kind of recognition goes a long way in building trust and engagement.”
Eric Lenard is Vice President, Global Services Finance at Johnson & Johnson, the world’s most comprehensive health care company. He is responsible for global accounting, payroll, and compliance operations and execution along with enterprise and employee financial services for Johnson & Johnson’s businesses across all sectors and regions with an organization of 2,500+ employees around the globe.
