Vision Without Execution Is Useless (Pat Lencioni Explains)
From Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew by Shawn Johnson + Andrew East
April 2, 2026 · 1h 4m
About this episode
Pat Lencioni discusses the balance between visionaries and doers in achieving progress in work and life.
Everyone tends to fall into one of two patterns: thinking or doing. In this conversation, Pat Lencioni explores the tension between visionaries and doers and why some people generate ideas but struggle to act, while others execute but lack direction. More importantly, he breaks down why real progress requires both. This isn’t just about business, but it’s about how we all approach work, goals, and life. Why do we get stuck even when we know what to do? And what actually helps us move forward? We hope you enjoy this one with Pat Lencioni and make sure to check out his books! Take the Working Genius assessment and use code “COUPLETHINGS” for 20% off:https://www.workinggenius.com https://www.tablegroup.com/books/?srsltid=AfmBOoq_hAIT4OVa4oGBoXJHizwaLBpo1AsOUUpZoqb64_xYdXSSvKRT (00:00:00) meet pat (00:01:30) how the working genius has changed the way we see ourselves and what they mean (00:08:13) what are the different “genius” (00:18:30) couples navigating their genius (00:23:00) it’s okay to suck at something (00:24:55) being comfortable with the uncomfortable (00:28:30) how the working genius can be applied so quickly (00:30:20) are there patterns with the working genius and…
People in this episode
Hosts: Shawn Johnson, Andrew East
Guest: Pat Lencioni
Topics covered
- vision
- execution
- personal development
- business
- goals
- self-awareness
Keywords
- vision
- execution
- Working Genius
- goals
- business
- self-awareness
- confidence
- humility
Sponsors
Working Genius
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Working Genius, Table Group
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