A strong strategy can fall apart fast if the intent behind it is unclear. This episode walks through how to recognize the intent gap, how to close it, and why it derails even good teams. I share a moment where strategy was not the issue at all and what happened once the intent was reset. You will learn how to bring people back to the why before you ask them to execute the how.

A strong strategy can fall apart fast if the intent behind it is unclear. This episode walks through how to recognize the intent gap, how to close it, and why it derails even good teams. I share a moment where strategy was not the issue at all and what happened once the intent was reset. You will learn how to bring people back to the why before you ask them to execute the how.

A strong strategy can fall apart fast if the intent behind it is unclear. This episode walks through how to recognize the intent gap, how to close it, and why it derails even good teams. I share a moment where strategy was not the issue at all and what happened once the intent was reset. You will learn how to bring people back to the why before you ask them to execute the how.

When Strategy Fails Fix the Intent Gap First

People, Process, Progress explores the lessons we learn from the people and places that shape our lives. Hosted by Kevin Pannell, a transplant who has grown to love the New River Valley and Appalachia, the show blends personal reflections with conversations from people across the region and beyond.

Each episode follows a simple rhythm
People: the stories and experiences that mattered
Process: what helped them move through challenge
Progress: what changed and what others can learn from it

You will hear from first responders, small business owners, athletes, parents, veterans, teachers, and everyday neighbors. Some episodes share Kevin’s reflections from the mountains, the mats, or the moments that tested him. Others feature guests who talk about the lessons life handed them and the steady growth that followed.

Real people, honest stories, clear takeaways.
Progress made one steady lesson at a time.

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People, Process, Progress explores the lessons we learn from the people and places that shape our lives. Hosted by Kevin Pannell, a transplant who has grown to love the New River Valley and Appalachia, the show blends personal reflections with conversations from people across the region and beyond. Each episode follows a simple rhythm People: the stories and experiences that mattered Process: what helped them move through challenge Progress: what changed and what others can learn from it You will hear from first responders, small business owners, athletes, parents, veterans, teachers, and everyday neighbors. Some episodes share Kevin’s reflections from the mountains, the mats, or the moments that tested him. Others feature guests who talk about the lessons life handed them and the steady growth that followed. Real people, honest stories, clear takeaways. Progress made one steady lesson at a time.

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