Founder and advisor Shawn Johnston opens up about the realities of entrepreneurship—from what pushed him to build his own business to the hard lessons he learned leading “by habit” before shifting to leadership by design. He shares how building systems transformed his company’s scalability and profitability, and why clarity is the key to removing bottlenecks and empowering teams.

Shawn also dives into the personal side of leadership, discussing how ADHD hyperfocus can be both a powerful driver and a risk for burnout, and the strategies he’s developed to manage load, find balance, and lead more intentionally.

Whether you’re building a business, leading a team, or navigating work with a neurodiverse brain, this conversation is full of practical takeaways on how to grow with purpose and sustainability.