<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Carey Lohrenz, a former U.S. Navy F-14 Tomcat fighter pilot, shares insights on how leaders can stay focused and excel.She emphasizes the importance of pursuing excellence, effective planning, and understanding one's 'span of control.'Key points from the episode include processing conference experiences into action, using reminder systems, and conducting debriefs.Understanding top priorities, debriefing for learning, and involving a 'red team' in planning are highlighted as essential practices for leaders.Debriefing after successful events is crucial for continuous learning and improvement.Leaders should lead debriefs by example, focus on goal-oriented planning, and utilize checklists effectively for mental load reduction.Involving a 'red team' to review plans can identify vulnerabilities and enhance preparedness.Carey's insights provide valuable strategies for leaders to enhance focus and performance.The conversation with Jason Jaggard offers practical tools for leaders across various situations.