Founders Future

Leading with Intention: How J.J. Shawver Builds Unstoppable Teams

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In this episode of Founders, Future, host Elliott Boll sits down with J.J. Shawver founder of Always Developing Leader, to explore the transformative power of leadership mindset. J.J. shares how his background in business, coaching, and athletics shaped his approach to leadership, emphasizing the importance of breaking reactive patterns and fostering high-performance cultures.

They discuss the biggest misconceptions about entrepreneurship, the allure of strategy over mindset, and how true leadership transformation happens when leaders shift their thinking, communication, and energy. J.J. also highlights the role of AI in enhancing collaboration, decision-making, and organizational efficiency.

With a relentless focus on outcomes, J.J. explains how he’s scaling his impact without compromising depth, using deeply effective programs, coaching, and keynote speaking to drive tangible results. He leaves founders with a powerful piece of advice: Success isn’t about working harder—it’s about working with intention.