John has built a career designing high performance training spaces and helping athletes, executives, and high achievers raise their standards. We talk about the mindset shift from sports to business, why preparation builds confidence, and why being a great teammate starts with doing your job. This conversation goes deep into discipline, leadership, and the standards it takes to win in any arena.

This is a great interview with former Boston College football player turned elite gym designer, trainer, and founder of The Cave.

If you are an athlete, coach, parent, or someone building something big, you will take a lot from this one.

What we cover in this episode:

• John's Boston College football journey and the lessons that carried into life after sports

• The high school grind and why most people end up with regrets

• The athlete mindset that translates into business and entrepreneurship

• Why standards matter and how to stop lowering the bar

• Confidence, fear, and the power of preparation

• Creating training environments where people feel safe and perform at their best

• The Cave, John's private gym concept built for elite performance and elite vibes

• Pattern recognition, problem solving, and building value for life

About John Damon:
John Damon is a gym designer and performance focused trainer who has designed gyms from 1,000 to 150,000 square feet. He is the founder of The Cave, a private training space built on intentional design, high standards, and a world class experience.

Connect with John Damon:

Website: https://johndamon.com/
Instagram: @johnddamon