In this conversation, Josh Kosnick shares his journey from a successful career in financial advising to facing unexpected adversity. He discusses the importance of mental toughness, human development in business, and the need for effective systems and processes. The conversation emphasizes the significance of building long-term relationships, the power of forgiveness, and the necessity of setting boundaries. Josh also highlights the importance of being intentional in our actions and how we can control our responses to life's challenges.

Takeaways

Adversity is a universal experience that can lead to growth.

Mental toughness is essential in overcoming challenges.

Human development is crucial for effective leadership.

Systems and processes are necessary for business scalability.

Building long-term relationships is more valuable than transactional interactions.

Forgiveness is a powerful tool for personal peace.

Setting boundaries is essential for healthy relationships.

Intentionality in our actions can transform our interactions.

We must control what we can control in our lives.

Life happens for us, not to us, and we can learn from every experience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Background

00:59 Overcoming Adversity and Finding Hope

09:28 The Impact of Leadership on Others

15:04 The Main Challenges for Business Owners

21:20 Hitting Ceilings and Overcoming Limitations

22:37 Navigating Complexity in Business Growth

24:48 Building Genuine and Long-Term Relationships

27:41 Progressing People and Fighting Inflation

35:37 Forgiveness, Boundaries, and Personal Growth

45:55 Self-Care and Being the Best Version of Yourself