Leadership Unlocked: The Operating System Every Executive Leader Needs to Delegate Effectively & Foster Accountability So You Can Stop Managing Alone and Start Leading a Team Again Most Goals Fail—But Not With This One Shift in Planning | Lani Jones - E44
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Jan 21, 2026 In a thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Lani Jones, a clinical psychologist and executive coach, discusses how leaders can effectively design their success. She argues that many goals fail due to a lack of meaningful planning and emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s values. Lani introduces a framework that prioritizes clarity, which involves examining distractions and prioritizing self-commitment. She encourages leaders to visualize their future success and shape daily habits that foster extraordinary outcomes. Tune in for practical insights on accountability and self-leadership!
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Start With Where, Why, What
- Start goal work with the where, the why, and the what before the how.
- Clarify direction and meaning to make tactics sustainable and impactful.
Trail Etiquette Reveals Core Values
- Lani shares a pet peeve about trail etiquette to reveal values of empathy and respect.
- She uses small examples to help clients uncover deeper values shaping behavior.
Distraction Quietly Kills Ambition
- Distraction is the biggest killer of dreams and sustained success.
- Uncover your core values to defend against small, persistent distractions.