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June 9, 2025 36 mins

In this transformative episode of the Elevate Media Podcast, host Chris Anderson sits down with Charley Johnson, former President of the Pay It Forward Foundation and now a trailblazer in a new executive role: Chief Consciousness Officer. Charley shares his unique journey from building a multimillion-dollar business to being forced into a deeper awareness that reshaped how he sees leadership, conflict, and purpose in business. This conversation blends tactical wisdom with a grounded approach to consciousness in the workplace and life.

Main Topics Covered:

  • From corporate leadership to awakening: How a fear of flying changed Charley’s life path
  • The origin and role of a Chief Consciousness Officer in modern business
  • Why traditional wellness programs fall short in truly shifting company culture
  • The difference between neutrality and passive leadership in times of division
  • How religion, stoicism, and spirituality often point to the same source of truth
  • Why clarity, not more knowledge, is the secret to better leadership and decision-making
  • The metaphor of the pinhole in the fence: expanding awareness to see more clearly
  • How entrepreneurs and solo business owners can tap into consciousness for growth
  • Why division over politics, religion, and ideology is hurting teams and progress
  • Understanding consciousness as the foundation of business, leadership, and life

 


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