Welcome to Hacks and Hobbies! In today’s episode, we dive deep into the future of leadership with our special guest, Charley Johnson. Charley brings over 20 years of business experience, seven years leading the Pay It Forward Foundation, and a decade of spiritual mentorship to the table.
Together, we explore what it means to be a Chief Consciousness Officer and why this role is becoming essential in the modern workplace. Charley shares how true transformation in organizations starts with expanding awareness—not just at the executive level, but throughout the entire company.
We discuss the power of presence, the importance of bridging corporate, nonprofit, and personal growth, and how consciousness can unlock new levels of creativity, connection, and fulfillment. If you’re ready to rethink leadership and discover practical steps to build a more conscious culture, you won’t want to miss this episode.
Stay tuned as we challenge old paradigms and uncover the next evolution in business and life!Where to reach Our Guest
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjconsciousness/3 Hacks to take away
- The future of leadership requires expanding awareness throughout organizations, not just at the executive level—introducing the need for a Chief Consciousness Officer to help embed consciousness into company culture.
- True transformation in business comes from bridging corporate, nonprofit, and personal development, and recognizing that consciousness is the foundation for creativity, connection, and fulfillment.
- Practical steps to build a more conscious culture include being fully present in interactions, questioning old paradigms, and making awareness and neutrality central to leadership and daily operations.
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Junaid Ahmed is a multi-passionate creator, storyteller, and home studio architect who believes your voice can change your world. As the host of Hacks and Hobbies, he dives deep into the journeys of people turning passion into purpose — from garage inventors to global entrepreneurs.
The podcast began as a simple idea: record honest conversations about side projects, creativity, and the hustle behind the scenes. Years later, it’s become a movement — showcasing the real, raw, and inspiring stories of everyday innovators.
Whether he’s building pro-level studios or geeking out over podcast gear, Junaid’s mission is clear: help people show up with confidence, clarity, and character.
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