Ep 39 - Leading with Clarity When the Plan Falls Apart

When everything goes according to plan, leadership is easy. But when the plan falls apart? That’s when real leadership shows up.

In this episode of Leadership for Life and Business, I break down one of the most important tools a leader can use in chaos: Leader’s Intent — a simple framework that keeps teams aligned when circumstances shift, resources fail, or the unexpected hits.

Leader’s Intent answers three questions:
1️⃣ Purpose — Why this mission matters
2️⃣ Key Tasks — What must be accomplished
3️⃣ End State — What success looks like when it’s done

I share a story from deployment where a mission went sideways fast — and how one clear line of intent kept the entire team moving with confidence despite the chaos. Then we bring it into everyday leadership: project teams, business decisions, sports, and even family life.

You’ll learn how clarity beats control, why too many instructions create dependency, and how intent gives your people the ability to adapt, decide, and lead — even when you’re not in the room.

If you want to create teams that think, act, and execute with confidence (especially under pressure), this episode will give you the framework to make it happen.

Listen now to learn how to lead with clarity when the plan falls apart and keep your team aligned no matter what comes your way.