Empowering Through Routine

Joanne Lockwood is joined by tech entrepreneur Ed Johnson to explore how routine and structure can empower people at work and beyond. Drawing on his experience building a mentoring platform and launching a new social network focused on habits and goals, Ed unpacks why clear expectations and practical accountability help individuals and teams thrive.

They discuss what it takes to scale a software business without losing the human touch, including setting boundaries, managing client expectations, and building remote-first ways of working rooted in trust, honesty, and flexibility. The conversation also looks at mentoring relationships, the value of candid feedback, and how managers can balance autonomy with the clarity some people need to do their best work.

Joanne and Ed consider how AI is reshaping work and content creation, and where it can support productivity without replacing human connection. They close by reflecting on shifting demographics, the growth of solopreneurship, and why building sustainable routines matters as work and careers continue to evolve.