Great leaders don’t get it right every time. They get better over time. In this episode, I explore how moments of misalignment can become powerful turning points, and why real leadership growth starts with refocusing your aim, not carrying shame.

I reflect on the true meaning of “missing the mark,” a phrase rooted in the language of archery. Most leaders don’t wake up trying to make poor decisions. We lead with good intentions, but distraction, pressure, and misplaced focus can pull our aim off center. When that happens, the solution is to refocus on the target.

I share lessons drawn from leadership, faith, and even the trail why looking at what you want to avoid often leads you straight into it. Strong leaders learn to set their eyes on what matters most: purpose, identity, truth, wisdom, culture, and stewardship. These anchors help leaders adjust their aim and move forward with clarity.

Learn how realigning your focus can help you lead with clarity, conviction, and renewed purpose. Watch this episode of The Guidelight.

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Jason Trent is the founder of Guidelight Legacy Advisors, where he helps business owners prepare for, execute, and transition through the sale of their life’s work. With over 25 years of experience as an owner, operator, and advisor, Jason understands that an exit is never just a transaction—it is a defining leadership moment that affects identity, family, culture, and legacy. Unlike traditional M&A firms that focus solely on valuation and close, Guidelight Legacy Advisors works upstream, helping owners build transferable businesses and downstream, helping them navigate the personal and strategic realities of life after exit. Through his advisory work and The Guidelight Podcast, Jason equips leaders to move from success to significance with clarity, conviction, and purpose.

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