208: Build, Exit, Repeat: The Leader Behind the Legacy with Josh Kosnick
About this episode
Josh Kosnick discusses his journey of building and exiting businesses while navigating personal challenges and leadership lessons.
Josh Kosnick is a Bridge Builder—a leader forged through fire and guided by faith. As the founder of Kairos Coaching and an EOS Implementer, he empowers individuals and organizations to align vision with execution, transforming struggles into stepping stones toward fulfillment. With firsthand experience in building and exiting three successful businesses, Josh brings a unique perspective on creating sustainable value and long-term impact. Through his masterminds and mentorship, he inspires others to embrace their calling, overcome adversity, and build legacies rooted in authenticity, resilience, and generosity of spirit. Website: www.joshkosnick.com Episode Summary: In this episode of Heartbeat for Hire, Josh Kosnick shares his journey from being denied a raise at Best Buy to building, scaling, and exiting multiple businesses. He opens up about leading a 250-person financial services firm, navigating one of the most difficult seasons of his life after organizational betrayal and career loss, and how faith helped him rebuild his identity and purpose. Key Takeaways: - Success in business doesn't eliminate hardship; every growth story includes setbacks. - Your identity should never…
People in this episode
Host: Lyndsay Dowd
Guest: Josh Kosnick
Topics covered
- leadership
- business growth
- mental health
- entrepreneurship
- resilience
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Kairos Coaching, Best Buy, EOS
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