Overview:
On this episode of The Daniel Kelley Podcast, Daniel sits down with Joshua Weir—husband, father of seven (soon to be eight!), and co-owner of Transform Construction, a Columbus-based general contracting business Joshua has built since 2002. But behind the numbers and the business accolades lies a truly remarkable story of radical faith and transformation.
Joshua opens up about his unconventional beginnings, from being born to a 15-year-old mother and growing up between hippie communes and divided households in Phoenix and Columbus, all the way to navigating childhood trauma and the impact it had on his life. He dives deep into hard-earned lessons from running a business through the challenges of debt, growth pains, and the financial crash of 2008—all while balancing roles as a pastor, entrepreneur, and father.
In this candid and insightful conversation, Joshua and Daniel explore the reality of overcoming adversity, the misunderstood nature of success, what it truly means to persevere, and how to stay anchored through the toughest seasons of life. If you’re looking for a raw, honest take on faith, business, family, and personal growth, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
Time-Stamped Overview
00:00 Mentorship and Friendship Dynamics
05:23 Generational Patterns of Infidelity
06:39 "Uncovering Trauma After 30 Years"
10:16 "Reflecting on Therapy's Importance"
15:53 Post-College Family and Financial Struggles
16:23 Trusting the Process
21:25 Wave of Unexpected Emotions
24:55 "Pain is Relative"
26:10 Youthful Ambition and Reflection
30:38 Endurance: Pain as a Teacher
34:50 "System Change and Challenges"
35:44 Debt-Free Project Focus
40:19 Embracing Pressure and Perseverance
43:32 "Seeking Guidance for Ambition"
48:10 "Unresolved Issues Affect Life Satisfaction"
50:52 "Pursue Virtue for Happiness"
54:55 "Post-College Pressure Concerns"
57:18 "Wavering Entrepreneurial Journey"
01:00:05 Podcast Farewell and Updates
Resources
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Joshua's email: joshua@transformgc.com
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