From Architect to Leadership Strategist: The Journey Behind Create Grow Lead

Scott Jancy didn’t set out to be a leadership strategist. His journey began as an architect—someone trained to see how spaces, people, and purpose align to create something greater than the sum of their parts. It was during this time that Scott learned a foundational truth: context is everything. The right environment has the power to transform even the simplest idea into something extraordinary.

But when Scott transitioned from designing buildings to navigating the complexities of organizations, he discovered something deeper: the principles of architecture applied to leadership, too. Great leaders, like great architects, don’t just act—they design environments where ideas flourish, teams align, and growth becomes inevitable.

The Bottom-Up Perspective on Leadership

Scott’s leadership journey was anything but traditional. Leading small, often remote teams with little guidance, he learned by doing—through trial, error, and real-world problem-solving. He saw firsthand how great ideas were overlooked because they didn’t align with the context, and how rigid systems, overthinking, and micromanagement stifled progress.

These experiences shaped Scott’s belief in a simpler, more dynamic approach to leadership—one that prioritizes context, creativity, and empowerment. Along the way, he uncovered a few universal truths:

• Great ideas are everywhere, but too often dismissed.

• Alignment between people, goals, and purpose is the missing link in most organizations.

• Leadership isn’t reserved for the few; it’s accessible to everyone.

Scott challenges the idea that leadership is defined by titles or hierarchy. For him, leadership is about influence, action, and purpose. With the right tools to understand their context and align their actions, anyone can lead, regardless of their role or position.

The Spark of Create Grow Lead

From these experiences, the Create Grow Lead (CGL) framework emerged. Scott developed it as a way to simplify leadership, not add to its complexity. It distills leadership into three actionable strengths:

• Create: Turn ideas into opportunities and challenges into solutions.

• Grow: Build resilience, align actions with goals, and sustain progress.

• Lead: Inspire others, execute with clarity, and drive meaningful impact.

CGL wasn’t designed to be just another leadership tool—it’s a new way of thinking about leadership. By breaking down complexity and focusing on what matters, it empowers individuals to lead with purpose, clarity, and creativity in any environment.

A Vision for the Future of Leadership

Scott believes the traditional rules of leadership no longer apply in today’s rapidly evolving workplaces. Hierarchies are giving way to networks. Success is defined by how well leaders can adapt to their context, align their teams, and create environments where innovation thrives.

With CGL, Scott is showing people that leadership isn’t about authority—it’s about unlocking potential. It’s about helping leaders, at any level, simplify their approach, act with purpose, and create meaningful impact in a connected world.

From architect to strategist, Scott’s journey has taught him that great leadership isn’t built on control—it’s built on context, clarity, and creation. Most importantly, it’s built on the belief that everyone has the potential to lead when they have the right tools and mindset.