Where plans either turn into progress or stall out. If there’s one universal frustration for leaders, it’s this: > “We’re smart people. Why can’t we get this done?” Patrick Lencioni’s models help explain why execution often breaks down: Working Genius: good ideas get stuck in the Activation stage (Galvanizing & Discernment) or the Implementation stage (Enablement & Tenacity). The Advantage: teams drift without a clear thematic goal or weekly cadence to keep it alive. Five Dysfunctions: without accountability, deadlines slip and results suffer. 👉 This category is for sharing where execution stalls, and how to get momentum back. 🔹 First Question for You Think of one initiative in your organization right now: - Where is it stuck — Ideation, Activation, or Implementation? - What’s the smallest next step that would get it moving again? Post it here. Chances are, someone else has wrestled with the same bottleneck and can offer a tool, a cadence, or a script that works. Let’s turn frustration into finished work — together.

Where trust is established, talent is developed, and culture is built. When it comes to leadership, most of our challenges don’t start with strategy or markets. They start with people: A teammate who’s brilliant but not humble. A leader who avoids healthy conflict, so problems go underground. A team burning out because too many are stuck working in their Working Frustrations instead of their Geniuses. Patrick Lencioni’s models remind us: The Five Dysfunctions show where trust and accountability crack. The Ideal Team Player points to the 3 virtues (Humble, Hungry, Smart) we need to hire and coach for. Working Genius gives us language to explain why someone thrives—or struggles—in their role. 👉 This category is where we bring those threads together. 🔹 First Question for You - What’s the most persistent people challenge you’re facing right now? - Is it about trust? - Is it about teammates who aren’t Hungry, Humble, or Smart enough? - Or is it about someone miscast in the wrong kind of work? Drop your thoughts below. Be specific enough that others can weigh in, but keep it safe: no company names, no personal callouts. Let’s use this space to turn isolation into clarity, and clarity into action.

Most leaders think the biggest threat to their team is lack of effort. The truth? It’s misalignment. Here’s what I mean: Meetings go in circles because the wrong types of people are leading them. Projects stall because ownership is given to someone without the right genius for that role. Frustration builds, good people leave… and leaders blame “burnout.” 💡 Here’s the shift: Every person has a Working Genius — areas where they gain energy and strength. And they also have Working Frustrations — areas that drain them. 👉 When a team member spends more than 20–30% of their time in frustration zones, output tanks. So here’s your quick action step for this week: 1. Write down the top 5 responsibilities of each direct report. 2. Ask yourself: Do these tasks align with their natural strengths? Or are they stuck in frustration zones? 3. If you find a misalignment, swap ownership or restructure. You’ll see immediate relief. 🔥 Pro tip: High-performing teams aren’t built by working harder — they’re built by aligning strengths with roles. This is the first step toward creating what I call the Apex Advantage: ✅ Higher retention ✅ Faster execution ✅ A team that actually loves Monday morning Drop a comment 👇 — What percentage of your time is spent in your genius vs. your frustration?

You’ve just joined a community built to help leaders like you turn dysfunction into high performance — fast. Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Proven frameworks from Patrick Lencioni (5 Dysfunctions, Working Genius, The Advantage). ✅ Practical tools to align, activate, and accelerate your team. ✅ A space to connect with leaders who care about results without burnout. 🔥 Start here (your first action step): 1. Drop a quick intro post — share your role, team size, and the #1 leadership challenge you face right now. 2. Download your free Working Genius resource (exclusive to facilitators like me). 3. Check the “Pinned Resources” section — I’ve organized the best starting tools there. ⚡ Why this matters: When you engage, you’ll not only grow faster but also attract opportunities inside this network. We’re building a hub for serious leaders who want to stand out. Let’s get down to business. — Justin