In this powerful episode of The Ownership Game, host Gary Montalvo sits down with transformational coach, leadership consultant, and entrepreneur Jevon Wooden. From facing possible prison time at 17 to serving in the military and later building a thriving leadership consulting business, Jevon’s story is one of resilience, introspection, and purpose-driven action.
Jevon shares how self-awareness, reflection, and intentional practice can transform your life and leadership. He delves into the lessons learned through adversity, the importance of empathetic leadership, and why failing forward with intention is key to growth. If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure of your next step, this episode will inspire you to take full ownership of your choices and future.
In this episode, we discuss:
Chapters
00:00 The Turning Point: A Journey of Reflection
03:03 From Struggles to Strength: Embracing Leadership
05:54 Finding Purpose: The Military Experience
09:05 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship: A New Path
11:50 The Challenges of Starting a Business
14:47 Learning from Failure: The Entrepreneurial Journey
26:40 The Importance of Intentionality in Business
29:25 Staying Grounded in Service
31:32 Empathetic Leadership: A New Perspective
34:36 Finding Your Passion Through Service
36:55 The Courage to Reflect and Change
39:57 The Ongoing Journey of Self-Discovery
42:32 Feedback as a Tool for Growth
46:40 Practicing Leadership and Personal Growth
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Connect with Jevon:
Website: https://brightmindcg.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/jevon.wooden
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jevonspeaks
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jevonwooden
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