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Why Don't Leaders DELIVER?
$366 B
is spent annually on corporate training,
yet only 12% of employees applynew skills. Meanwhile, 57% of employeesquit because of their boss, and everydeparture costs companies 50–200% of thatperson’s salary in replacement and ramp-upcosts
32%
of U.S. workers are engaged,
yet companies that embraced distributed decision-making and empowerment scored 20–30percentage points higher on engagement metrics. The problem? Engagement scores often fail to translate into sustained performance
90%
Research and consulting experience show that roughly 90% of leaders default to one of two flawed modes:
• Consensus Mode (collaborative but paralyzed—lots of meetings, little action)
• Founder Mode (decisive but unsustainable—short-term wins that burn out people and results)
About the Authors of DELIVER
Stories From DELIVER
Preview of Deliver with Author Jared Jones
How One Team Delivered the Impossible in 122 Days
While most organizations drown in meetings and motion, one team outside Memphis built the world’s most powerful AI computer—in just 122 days. Their story, featured in the new book Deliver, exposes the epidemic of busyness that keeps companies stuck and reveals a new way forward. Deliver uncovers the data, the mindset, and the operating system behind leaders who stop talking about movement—and start generating it.
Preview of Deliver with Author Russ Hill
The False Choice That’s Breaking Your Leaders: Founder Mode vs. Consensus Mode
Most leaders default to one of two broken approaches: the “steroid leader” who drives results through command-and-control, or the “consensus leader” who builds harmony but stalls progress. In Deliver, we reveal a third path—used by exceptional leaders who consistently deliver results and develop capable teams around them. Based on two decades of real-world executive work, Deliver documents the simple leader operating system behind sustainable success and exposes what’s really causing the fog across today’s org charts.
What Readers Learn Reading DELIVER
Inside Deliver, you’ll discover LeaderOS™, the practical, simple, and powerful framework taught in the Lead In 30 program and used by 1000s of leaders around the world.
Learn the LeaderOS in DELIVER
Takeaway #1
Clarity
Clarity creates shared understanding and focus around the outcomes that matter most, eliminating confusion and enabling distributed decision-making without chaos.
Takeaway #2
Alignment
Alignment transforms awareness into ownership, building genuine commitment instead of compliance through structured processes that unite diverse perspectives behind common goals.
Takeaway #3
Movement
Movement turns plans into progress through disciplined rhythms of execution that sustain results, even when circumstances change.
Resounding Praise for DELIVER
It’s been over three decades since we first published the New York Times bestseller, The Oz Principle, and began witnessing the extraordinary results leaders and organizations achieve when they commit to building a Culture of Accountability. Since then, millions have engaged with our framework to achieve the outcomes that matter most.
Not long after graduate school, I realized success didn’t come from being the smartest in the room—it came from surrounding yourself with the smartest people and creating an environment where they could unleash their potential. That’s exactly what we did when we brought on Tanner Corbridge, Jared Jones, and Russ Hill. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of watching them take the principles we introduced to thousands of organizations and apply them at the highest levels, advising executives at some of the world’s most prestigious companies.
This book is the powerful result of that experience. It builds on the principles we first introduced, but it does more: it provides a timely, relevant, and actionable guide with one clear objective—delivering results!
In my work with leaders across the globe, I observed that the best created space for others to step into. Wisely, we created space for Jared, Russ, and Tanner, and they filled it exceptionally well! They are my friends, and they have my deepest respect! As you absorb their insights and experience their work, I am confident that your teams and organization will rise to new levels of performance - and Deliver, over and over again!
Not long after graduate school, I realized success didn’t come from being the smartest in the room—it came from surrounding yourself with the smartest people and creating an environment where they could unleash their potential. That’s exactly what we did when we brought on Tanner Corbridge, Jared Jones, and Russ Hill. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of watching them take the principles we introduced to thousands of organizations and apply them at the highest levels, advising executives at some of the world’s most prestigious companies.
This book is the powerful result of that experience. It builds on the principles we first introduced, but it does more: it provides a timely, relevant, and actionable guide with one clear objective—delivering results!
In my work with leaders across the globe, I observed that the best created space for others to step into. Wisely, we created space for Jared, Russ, and Tanner, and they filled it exceptionally well! They are my friends, and they have my deepest respect! As you absorb their insights and experience their work, I am confident that your teams and organization will rise to new levels of performance - and Deliver, over and over again!
– Tom Smith
Co-Founder of Partners In Leadership
Co-Author of The Oz Principle
Co-Author of The Oz Principle
Our mission in support of our customer is core to our foundation as a company. When you design, build, and sustain aircraft that protect freedom and liberty around the world, you have to deliver! I came to know the authors of this book about 15 years ago - long before I assumed leadership of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics and the 35,000 professionals and artisans who build and maintain F-16s, F-22s, F-35s, C-130s, C-5s, U-2s, and the next generation of aircraft at Skunkworks. They helped me to focus on three core leadership tenets of Clarity, Alignment, and Movement that an organization must have in order to be successful. Those became our rallying cry in our effort to meet our commitments. There are so many leadership skills that are important, but none of them matter if your teams don’t deliver results. The authors of this book have helped us do just that and become friends and trusted colleagues along the way."
– Greg Ulmer
President - Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
When your team develops critical medications, you can’t waste time talking about abstract leadership ideas or putting your managers through training that doesn’t move the needle. For almost a decade, I’ve invited the authors of this book into my executive team meetings on a quarterly basis and put them in front of our mid-level managers because what they teach affects performance.
I believe deeply in transparent leadership that treats people as adults, empowering them to make decisions while creating a culture that demands performance for our shareholders, patients, and team members. I’ve read this book. I can’t recommend it more enthusiastically because the concepts in it aren’t new to me. They’re proven. If you’re a manager who wants to scale your career and impact, you should not just read this book but study it.
I believe deeply in transparent leadership that treats people as adults, empowering them to make decisions while creating a culture that demands performance for our shareholders, patients, and team members. I’ve read this book. I can’t recommend it more enthusiastically because the concepts in it aren’t new to me. They’re proven. If you’re a manager who wants to scale your career and impact, you should not just read this book but study it.
– Chris Fox
Executive Vice President – U.S. Commercial
Teva Pharmaceuticals
Teva Pharmaceuticals
As Chief People Officer for two global organizations, Brinker International, parent company of Chili’s Grill & Bar, and Ryan, LLC, a leading tax consulting and services firm, I’ve experienced firsthand the transformative power of creating Clarity, Alignment, and Movement. In this book, the authors masterfully guide you through creating Team Key Results. Once you discover this approach, you’ll wonder how you ever led teams without it. Simple, yet often underutilized, this approach is essential for leaders aiming to drive alignment and movement.
Whether leading thousands across diverse regions or a small local team, consistency is critical, yet variability in results can quickly undermine success. The way to ensure a consistent, sustainable product or service begins with clear results. This book brilliantly unpacks the art of creating that clarity, offering practical, field-tested tools to equip any leader’s toolbox for success. Penned by three cherished long-time friends, its pages reflect their deep expertise and commitment to helping others realize their greatest potential, personally, professionally, and organizationally. As the author of eight books myself, I wholeheartedly endorse their work; it’s a game-changer you will want to dive into.
Whether leading thousands across diverse regions or a small local team, consistency is critical, yet variability in results can quickly undermine success. The way to ensure a consistent, sustainable product or service begins with clear results. This book brilliantly unpacks the art of creating that clarity, offering practical, field-tested tools to equip any leader’s toolbox for success. Penned by three cherished long-time friends, its pages reflect their deep expertise and commitment to helping others realize their greatest potential, personally, professionally, and organizationally. As the author of eight books myself, I wholeheartedly endorse their work; it’s a game-changer you will want to dive into.
– Dr. Tony Bridwell
Former Chief People Officer, Brinker International & Ryan, LLC
Chief Talent Officer for The Encompass Group
Chief Talent Officer for The Encompass Group
In the world of healthcare, you don't have time for abstract theories; you need to deliver for people who need help now. What makes Deliver so impactful is that it cuts through the noise. It outlines the essential skills needed to lead a team where clarity and alignment are absolutely critical. This book makes you think differently, and its application is so clear you can immediately put the principles into practice to drive simple, effective action.
It’s a must-read for any leader in a high-stakes environment. I know the authors, and I’ve seen the impact of the concepts you’re about to read on real-life teams dealing with real-world problems as we’ve implemented them for the last several years across our leadership teams. I strongly recommend you not only read this book but implement what it advocates if you want to Deliver.
It’s a must-read for any leader in a high-stakes environment. I know the authors, and I’ve seen the impact of the concepts you’re about to read on real-life teams dealing with real-world problems as we’ve implemented them for the last several years across our leadership teams. I strongly recommend you not only read this book but implement what it advocates if you want to Deliver.
– Eva Borden
Chief Product Officer, Cigna
I’ve applied the principles taught in this book at different points throughout my career to help teams achieve new levels of performance. What continues to be remarkable is their unfailing consistency. You reach a point where you shouldn't be surprised anymore because they keep working, time after time.
Yet, when I was faced with the challenge of forging a single, unified team out of 20,000 people from 100 different sites around the globe, each with its own legacy culture, there was a moment when I wondered if the task was simply too large. But I stayed disciplined and applied these simple, foundational concepts to break down those silos and unify the team. Once again, they proved their value. We have more work to do, but because of this framework, I know we are on the right path. I highly recommend reading this book and applying its contents.
Yet, when I was faced with the challenge of forging a single, unified team out of 20,000 people from 100 different sites around the globe, each with its own legacy culture, there was a moment when I wondered if the task was simply too large. But I stayed disciplined and applied these simple, foundational concepts to break down those silos and unify the team. Once again, they proved their value. We have more work to do, but because of this framework, I know we are on the right path. I highly recommend reading this book and applying its contents.
– Jon Rambeau
President, Integrated Mission Systems
L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies
We operate more than 120 distribution centers in multiple countries. Our leaders are running a significant portion of the supply chain for products in all kinds of categories. When we first invited the authors of this book into our executive team meetings, we immediately saw the power of the core concepts you’re about to discover in this book.
We immediately decided we needed to expand the exposure of the LeaderOS framework to all of our people leaders. That was several years ago. We’ve now had time to see the impact of what’s in this book on performance. It’s why I’m endorsing the concepts so strongly. The Leader Operating System is the foundation of leaders who Deliver!
We immediately decided we needed to expand the exposure of the LeaderOS framework to all of our people leaders. That was several years ago. We’ve now had time to see the impact of what’s in this book on performance. It’s why I’m endorsing the concepts so strongly. The Leader Operating System is the foundation of leaders who Deliver!
– Tony Ventry
VP, Chief Human Resources Officer
Veritiv
Veritiv
Our cooperative represents more than 1,600 family farms united by a commitment to produce the highest quality organic food. Like many cooperatives, we faced dynamic challenges from idealistic beginnings to the need for reinvention in response to shifting market conditions.
We mobilized our senior leadership team to do exactly what the title of the book challenges us all to do: Deliver!
We partnered with the firm founded by the authors of this book to focus our leaders on creating Clarity, Alignment, and Movement. We are living proof these concepts work. Together, we’ve achieved record-breaking performance for our organization. It all started by focusing on what you’re about to read on the pages of this book!
We mobilized our senior leadership team to do exactly what the title of the book challenges us all to do: Deliver!
We partnered with the firm founded by the authors of this book to focus our leaders on creating Clarity, Alignment, and Movement. We are living proof these concepts work. Together, we’ve achieved record-breaking performance for our organization. It all started by focusing on what you’re about to read on the pages of this book!
– Shawna Nelson
CEO
Organic Valley
Organic Valley
Deliver completely reframes the conversation by shifting the leadership development focus from 'soft skills' to tangible 'impact.' It’s a simple, relatable approach that just works. When I shared the Leader Operating System framework taught in this book with a room full of HR leaders across our hospital system of nearly 20,000 employees, their reaction was universal and immediate: a resounding 'Yes! We need this!’ We’ve taken the concepts in this book to thousands of our leaders because it impacts organization outcomes!
– Carole Bennett, PhD
VP of Sutter University
Sutter Healthcare
Sutter Healthcare
With years of experience in leadership and training, I've seen countless leadership models come and go. What sets this book apart is its inspiration and practicality for leaders. Deliver encourages leaders to think differently, act decisively, and create lasting change – all in ways that are simple and relevant for a multi-generational workforce.
When paired with the Lead In 30 training, the impact of these efforts can be transformational. My advice: read the book, and then seriously consider working with Lone Rock to ignite powerful changes in how you and your teams deliver results.
When paired with the Lead In 30 training, the impact of these efforts can be transformational. My advice: read the book, and then seriously consider working with Lone Rock to ignite powerful changes in how you and your teams deliver results.
– A. Dixon
SVP, HR and Training and Development
Kumon North America, Inc.
Kumon North America, Inc.
In the trucking business, the word 'deliver' is literal and figurative. It’s all about delivering. For our leaders, applying the tools taught by Lone Rock around Clarity, Alignment, and Movement aren't just buzzwords from a business book; they're what keep our wheels turning. We’ve brought these ideas to life in our company, and they have totally changed our conversations and teamwork for the better. It's helped everyone, from our office staff to our drivers and warehouse workers, get focused and driving in the same direction.
We have partnered with Lone Rock for years now, and their Lead In 30 training course has become a cornerstone of our leadership development because it is built for the real world. These concepts are an invaluable tool for any leader who is focused on execution and delivering results.
We have partnered with Lone Rock for years now, and their Lead In 30 training course has become a cornerstone of our leadership development because it is built for the real world. These concepts are an invaluable tool for any leader who is focused on execution and delivering results.
– Brian Walder
Former President, Current Chairman
Nu-Way Transportation
Nu-Way Transportation
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Leaders at these Organizations DELIVER
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Are You a Leader Who Delivers?
Every leader operates from a natural default mode—a pattern that shapes how you make decisions, align teams, and drive results. In Deliver: Why Some Leaders Do and Most Don’t, we call these two tendencies Founder Mode and Consensus Mode.
This quick, 5-minute assessment reveals which mode you lean toward most often and how it influences your team’s performance. It’s not about judgment—it’s about awareness. Understanding your default mode is the first step toward transcending it and leading like a true Third Leader.
What You’ll Learn
- Whether you naturally operate in Founder Mode (control, clarity, speed) or Consensus Mode (collaboration, inclusion, harmony).
- How your default style shapes team culture, decision-making, and accountability.
- Why balancing both modes isn’t the answer—and how to move beyond them using LeaderOS™, the system introduced in Deliver and the Lead In 30 program.
- A personalized snapshot of your leadership tendencies, so you can start delivering results that last.
How It Works
- For each paired statement, choose the one that best reflects how you naturally lead.
- You must select one option per pair—even if neither feels perfect.
- Your results will identify your dominant leadership mode and level of preference (strong, general, or slight).
Take the free assessment now and see what kind of leader you really are.
Ready to DELIVER?
