Sobriety, Startups, and Showing Up with Aug11 Founder Johnathan Person

From addiction to entrepreneurship, Johnathan Person’s story is a powerful reminder that rock bottom can be the beginning of something great. As the founder of Aug11, Johnny joins Michael to talk about getting sober, rebuilding his life, and building a purpose-driven apparel brand from the ground up.

He shares the habits that keep him on track (like his signature 5 by 5 routine), what time in jail taught him, and how he’s learned to lead with discipline, intention, and heart.

Today, the two explore:

Johnny’s journey through sobriety, recovery, and resilience

Why skipping workouts doesn’t mean losing momentum

Johnny’s morning and evening rituals: yes, including the 5x5

The vision behind building Aug11

Learning when to delegate and trust your team

If you're into real talk, routines that actually work, and how to stay grounded while chasing big goals—this one's for you. And, if you really loved today’s show, we’d love it if you’d share it with a friend. Until next week, Kreatures–peace!

TIMESTAMPS::

0:55 Johnny’s journey through sobriety, recovery, and resilience

14:54 Why skipping workouts doesn’t mean losing momentum

24:22 Johnny’s morning and evening rituals

32:20 The vision behind building Aug11

38:12 Learning when to delegate and trust your team

47:46 How Kreatures of Habit stands out from Michael’s other ventures