Ep 241: Charley-The Position of Chief Consciousness Officer
In Episode 241 of The Limitless Podcast, Nick Jonsson sits down with Charley Johnson, Chief Consciousness Officer, for a powerful and forward-thinking conversation about the future of leadership. Together, they explore what it truly means to lead with awareness, empathy, and emotional intelligence in today’s fast-evolving business world.
Charley introduces listeners to a new leadership frontier: the role of the Chief Consciousness Officer (CCO). This emerging position is dedicated to nurturing self-awareness, emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and deep human connection within organizations. Rather than focusing solely on performance metrics and short-term results, the CCO role prioritizes sustainable leadership rooted in purpose and presence.
As the world of work continues to change, Charley explains why traditional leadership models—built around control, productivity, and hierarchy—are beginning to show their limitations. Burnout, disengagement, and cultural misalignment are increasingly common. He argues that integrating consciousness into leadership isn’t just beneficial for individuals—it’s essential for long-term business success.
Throughout the episode, Charley shares how conscious leadership helps organizations:
Build stronger trust and collaboration
Improve decision-making through self-awareness
Foster inclusive, psychologically safe cultures
Drive innovation by empowering people to speak openly
Create sustainable performance without burnout
Nick and Charley also discuss how leaders can begin cultivating consciousness in their own roles—starting with self-reflection, emotional regulation, and intentional communication. Charley offers practical strategies for leaders who want to move beyond “business as usual” and build workplaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued.
The conversation dives into how emotional intelligence impacts everything from conflict resolution to team engagement and organizational resilience. Charley emphasizes that conscious leadership is not about being soft—it’s about being deeply aware, courageous, and accountable. When leaders operate from this space, they create environments where individuals can perform at their best without sacrificing their wellbeing.
This episode is a must-listen for:
Executives navigating cultural change
Founders building purpose-driven organizations
HR leaders shaping future-ready workplaces
Anyone interested in the evolution of leadership
Nick and Charley challenge listeners to rethink what leadership looks like in the modern era. By integrating consciousness into the boardroom, leaders don’t just drive better results—they create meaningful impact that lasts.
If you’re ready to lead with clarity, empathy, and intention, this conversation will leave you inspired to step into a more mindful, connected, and human-centered leadership style.
Contact Charley here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjconsciousness/
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