Author, Founder of The Clarity S.H.I.F.T. Method™ for Leadership Development, Facilitator, Mentor
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Who I Serve
I'm an author, visual artist, and lifelong entrepreneur who helps managing partners, tech company owners, professional services firms, and their key employees navigate burnout, stress, and lack of alignment.
These are real risks that cost organizations more than $300 billion a year. Beyond the financial cost is the value of people, which is your best investment.
I created the Clarity S.H.I.F.T. Method™ and my peer-to-peer mentoring programs. I offer a simple, powerful framework that helps individuals and teams find clarity, purpose, and prosperity in work and life.
Through my method, I help leaders, managers, and professionals:
Don’t lose your best people—or yourself. If you’re feeling stuck in the business of life, let’s discuss how to shift your best people into a higher gear.
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Benefits to Employers
- Reduced Turnover, Lower Costs
- Aligned, Purpose-Driven Culture
- Improved Collaboration and Trust
- Increased Productivity and Innovation
- Stronger Employer Brand
Employees who engage in values-based leadership development are more loyal and less likely to leave. Replacing an employee can cost 1.5–2x their annual salary—this program curbs that by cultivating deeper connection to purpose and team.
By anchoring leadership behaviors in the organization's values, vision, and mission, the program fosters a culture of clarity, accountability, and engagement—translating brand values into daily decisions and leadership behaviors.
Peer-to-peer mentoring builds trust, psychological safety, and communication across departments—dismantling silos and increasing cooperation.
Clarity around roles, values, and impact enables leaders to make more confident, aligned decisions and to coach their teams more effectively.
When employees feel seen, heard, and supported in their growth, they become brand ambassadors—boosting recruitment and retention organically.
Five Reasons to Engage Me to Facilitate and Mentor Your Emerging Leaders and Managers
Hundreds of other business owners and corporate leaders have trusted me to be an objective facilitator and mentor. Here’s a list of what people typically want when working with me:
- Real-World Wisdom, Not Theoretical Fluff
- Proven Frameworks That Drive Results
- Customized Experiences That Inspire Change
- Master Facilitator of Strategic Conversations
- Conscious Leadership That Elevates Culture
I bring decades of lived experience in leadership, entrepreneurship, and transformation, offering grounded, practical insights that work in high-stakes business environments.
My Clarity S.H.I.F.T. Method™ is simple, actionable, and designed to unlock the hidden potential in the next generation of leaders and managers.
I offer a peer-to-peer group programs and 1:1 mentoring that helps your top talent build a better network, improve communication skills, and tap into their hidden potential while improving retention.
I help professionals get unstuck fast, creating safe, honest spaces for breakthrough dialogue and aligned action.
My work is rooted in emotional intelligence, mindful communication, and values-based leadership, because culture is your strategy, and conscious leaders build thriving organizations.
Ready to improve retention, engagement, and productivity?
Book a Discovery Session
What Others Say About Working with Me
Harvey Mackay, a Seven-time New York Times best-selling author
“I’ve known Cliff Jones for many years, and I’ve seen him in action for myself. Cliff’s “hungry fighter” mindset and his deep desire to empower CEOs, business owners, and leaders are among the most inspiring I’ve ever seen. Cliff Jones is the real deal.”
Michael Knazur, Sr. Vice President, Byline Bank
" ... helped us improve in a few key ways, such as our strategic focus, team alignment, accountability, and driving top-line business results. I recommend Cliff and his team if you want to empower your people."
Greg Williams, The Master Negotiator, author, speaker, coach
“No matter how successful someone is, they’ve had people that have helped them become successful. Be it as a coach, a mentor, a consultant, a thought leader, or a visionary, Cliff Jones has led hordes of successful people to their promised land. How do I know that to be true? Because Cliff has given me insights that have allowed me to become more successful.”
💬 Amber Oquindo, Operations Manager
🟨 “Discovering Clifford Jones is like finding a hidden gem in the professional world! From the very first session, Clifford’s brilliance was undeniable. He’s not just a mentor; he's a visionary who redefined the way I view my business. With his extraordinary blend of enthusiasm, insight, and expertise, Clifford has been nothing short of a catalyst for my professional transformation.”
💬 Danna Evans, CEO, All Things EQ
🟦 “Cliff not only gave us direction but motivated staff to WANT TO move in that direction! I was astounded by what he could do and how authentic, caring, and genuine he was as he worked with us!”
💬 Tom Schneider, Fractional CFO
🟩 “Clifford nailed our business strategy and branding. His insights were spot-on, giving us a solid plan and a fresh, appealing market identity. Highly recommend!”