Interview: Make One Thing Happen Podcast
Podcast Episode Description: Mental health is something that nobody wants to really talk about yet everyone deals with it in some shape or form. It's currently one of the biggest crises in our society that easily gets brushed aside. Prioritizing, destigmatizing and making mental health practices simple & relatable is part of CJ Johnson's mission in life and exactly what he's doing with his first book, The Maguire Method. We sit down to explore his simple framework that starts with asking better questions, and we talk about how community, travel, heartbreak, and more all play an important role in the journey to mental wealth.
CJ is an award-winning storyteller, content creator, and media strategist that collaborates with GQ, Forbes, Adweek, Huffington Post, ESPN, and more. As the former co-founder of a top ad agency – J&J, CJ is considered one of the leading global minds on the creator economy, social media marketing, brand strategy, and cultural trends. He has successfully supported hundreds of small businesses to Fortune 500 companies around the globe. CJ currently serves as a Cancer Research Institute Advocate, Walmart Civic Engagement Consultant, Adweek Creator, Google Next-Gen Tech Policy Leader, and an Impact Venture Partner at the Founder Institute, the world's largest pre-seed startup accelerator.
Some key moments from this episode:
bonding over the growth that can come from heartbreak & solo travel
why personal & professional development are really the same damn thing
how crucial supportive community is to your mental & success in life
exploring his simple framework for a journey of self-discovery
explaining why 80's babies are the most important generation in humanity
